
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Town Neighborhood of Arlington, TX from $500 (34 Rentals)
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508 S Mesquite St, Unit B

510 S Mesquite St, Unit B

510 S Mesquite St

Vintage Pads

Rose Street Apartments

848 Mitchell

811 S Mesquite St
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313-319 Rose St

Linda Vista Apartments

Pinewoods Apartments

1505 W Lovers Ln

1730 Crestpoint Dr

Fielder Crossing

The Carriages

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Atrium Gardens At Fielder Road

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Zen
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307 E Mitchell St

Tuscany Square Apartments

1505 W Lovers Ln

1730 Crestpoint Dr

Sam Maverick Apartments

Woodwind Apartments

901 S Mesquite St

433 Matt Ln
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College Town, Arlington, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Town?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Town Studio Apartments | $1,126 | $574 | $1,459 |
| College Town 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $635 | $1,950 |
| College Town 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $825 | $3,438 |
| College Town 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,046 | $829 | $2,577 |
| College Town 4 Bedroom Apartments | $777 | $669 | $839 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Town Neighborhood of Arlington, TX.
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Cheapest Available College Town Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Town area of Dallas, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at Midtown Urban priced from $770. Vintage Pads has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $814. Here are the most affordable College Town apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Urban | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $770 |
| Vintage Pads | Studio | Studio,1BA | $814 |
| Rose Street Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Maverick Place | 4BR/4BA - Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $825 |
| Linda Vista Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Pinewoods Apartments | The Foxtail | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Zen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Fielder Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
| Sam Maverick Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Town, TX
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Town area is the $1.51 price per square foot B1 Model at Round Rock Townhomes in the in the Central Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,496. The second greatest value College Town apartment is the B1 Model at 404 Border Apartments starting at $1,535 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the UTA neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Town apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Rock Townhomes | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| 404 Border Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Midtown Urban | B1-R | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Carriages | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Linda Vista Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pinewoods Apartments | The Foxtail - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Across the Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Zen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 508 S Mesquite St, Unit B | 508 S Mesquite St | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Rose Street Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Town Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Town?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Town is at Vintage Pads listed at $814.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Town Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Town Apartment is $825 at Rose Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Town Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Town is starting from $825 at Rose Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable College Town Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College Town Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Midtown Urban and starts from $885.
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