
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, TX from $500 (62 Rentals)
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508 S Mesquite St

Las Palmas

Element Apartments

510 S Mesquite St

Rose Street Apartments

307 Rose St

Arlington Oaks Apartment Homes

Vintage Pads

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The Enclave At Arlington

214 Willis Ave, Unit 3

Sam Maverick Apartments

306 E Mitchell St

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313 Rose St

600 Grand Ave

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204 Hosack St

208 Hosack St

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811 S Mesquite St

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Zen

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Woodwind

Heatherway Apartments

The Dean

907 S Mesquite St

Belmont Estates

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Downtown Arlington, Dallas, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Arlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Arlington Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $574 | $2,872 |
| Downtown Arlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $734 | $5,336 |
| Downtown Arlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $620 | $9,123 |
| Downtown Arlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $650 | $2,016 |
| Downtown Arlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $845 | $560 | $8,323 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Arlington Neighborhood of Arlington, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Arlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Arlington area of Dallas, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at 101 Center priced from $599. Midtown Urban has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $659. Here are the most affordable Downtown Arlington apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Center | 4x4B | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Midtown Urban | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $659 |
| Las Palmas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| LIV+ Arlington | 3BR/3BA - The Outlaw | 3BR,3BA | $715 |
| 811 S Mesquite St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Element Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $734 |
| Rose Street Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Zen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Arlington Oaks Apartment Homes | Aspen (w/ Vaulted Ceiling) | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Vintage Pads | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Arlington, TX
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Arlington area is the $0.65 price per square foot 3BR/3BA - The Outlaw Model at LIV+ Arlington in the in the Central Arlington neighborhood starting from $715. The second greatest value Downtown Arlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Diamond Villa Townhomes starting at $1,300 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Entertainment District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIV+ Arlington | 3BR/3BA - The Outlaw | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Diamond Villa Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Midtown Urban | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Zen | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Maverick Place | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Crossroads at Arlington | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Linda Vista Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Element Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Across the Street | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 811 S Mesquite St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Arlington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Arlington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Arlington is under $819.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Arlington?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Arlington is 811 S Mesquite St which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Downtown Arlington costs $1,369.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 204 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Arlington?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Arlington have an average cost of $616 which is $753 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Arlington.
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