Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington, TX from $500 (298 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Tides at Eastchase in the East Fort Worth neighborhood priced from $679. Lofton Place in the East Fort Worth neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tides at EastchaseA11BR,1BA$679
Lofton PlaceA11BR,1BA$695
Chula Vista Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$699
The MadeleineA11BR,1BA$745
ChaparralA11BR,1BA$750
Crest CentreportC1BR,1BA$759
Centreport Landing ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$760
The JonesS1Studio,1BA$774
Crest OasisB1BR,1BA$779
The SherryAries1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, TX

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at El Paso on the Park in the in the Enterprise Zone neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the C1R Model at Apex Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the East Fort Worth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
El Paso on the Park2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Apex ApartmentsC1R3BR,1.5BA$1.13
Trinity TraceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Gala at Oak CrestTwo bedroom patio 602BR,1BA$1.18
Midtown Urban2x22BR,2BA$1.07
Amelia ParcOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Elliot WindsprintA11BR,1BA$1.23
Tides at EastchaseA31BR,1BA$1.24
ChaparralA11BR,1BA$1.08
Lofton PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.16

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Arlington Overview

Considered a part of the thriving Mid-Cities region of Texas, Arlington apartments have grown in demand with each passing year. Offering easy access to the excitement and job markets of both Dallas and Fort Worth, this north Texas hot spot is well worth considering if you are planning a move.

Why live in Arlington, TX?

Offering convenience and affordability, Arlington apartments make a great alternative to the higher prices and crowded atmosphere of nearby Fort Worth or Dallas. Still close enough to make an easy commute to the job markets of those larger cities, apartments in Arlington boast the smaller city feel that so many Texas residents crave.

Arlington, TX
Population: 398,112

Ranked #48

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arlington, TX

Ranked #8

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Arlington, TX

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at The Jones listed at $774.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $679 at Tides at Eastchase.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $825 at Chaparral.

What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 101 Center and starts from $949.

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