
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, TX from $500 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Arlington area of Arlington.


The Mirage

508 S Mesquite St

510 S Mesquite St, Unit B

Rose Street Apartments

WATERDANCE
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848 Mitchell

811 S Mesquite St

313-319 Rose St

Parkside Arlington

Linda Vista Apartments

Pinewoods Apartments

313 Rose St
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307 E Mitchell St

901 S Mesquite St
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Central Arlington, Arlington, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Arlington Studio Apartments | $1,082 | $574 | $1,459 |
| Central Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,015 | $629 | $1,569 |
| Central Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $825 | $2,600 |
| Central Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $859 | $2,577 |
| Central Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $759 | $669 | $839 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, TX.
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Cheapest Available Central Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Arlington area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Mirage priced from $629. Rose Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Central Arlington apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mirage | AP | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
| Rose Street Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Maverick Place | 4BR/4BA - Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $825 |
| Palace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Casa Hills at Collins Park | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Parkside Arlington | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Jerry | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Mitchell Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Linda Vista Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Arlington, TX
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Arlington area is the $1.31 price per square foot B1 Model at RIVERBEND in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,296. The second greatest value Central Arlington apartment is the B1 Model at Round Rock Townhomes starting at $1,516 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Central Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERBEND | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Round Rock Townhomes | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Pinewoods Apartments | The Foxtail - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Linda Vista Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Jerry | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Parkside Arlington | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Across the Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Zen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Palace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 508 S Mesquite St, Unit B | 508 S Mesquite St | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Arlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Arlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Arlington is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in Central Arlington is The Mirage which is listed at $629, while the average apartment in Central Arlington costs $1,665.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Arlington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 50 regular apartments in Central Arlington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Arlington?
Cheap apartments in Central Arlington have an average cost of $627 which is $1,038 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Arlington.
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