
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Balch Springs, TX from $500 (62 Rentals)
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Forestwood

Stoneleigh on Cartwright

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Peachtree Senior Apartments

12714 Hilltop Dr

Glenshire Villas Apartments

Shepherd Lane Apartments

Enclave on Pioneer

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Ambassador Apartments

The Elinor on Elam

Timbers at Hickory Tree

Parmore Arcadia Trails

Crestshire Village

Woodside Flats

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Harwell Apartments

Sterlingshire

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Strawberry Hill Apartments

Aria Residences

Arroyo Vista Estates

Rio Estates Apartments

9563 Olde Towne Row

Meadowbrook

10500 Lake June Rd

8928-8928 Greenmound Ave

The Crossing at Clear Creek

St. Augustine Estate Apartments
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9503 Olde Towne Row

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Westlake Village

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Harper Apartments

Quail Oaks

Heatherwood

Brookside Village
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Maderas Apartments

2250 Aspen Dr

Casa Linda

Greenmound Duplexes

Crawford Park

Villas of Hickory Estates

El Rancho Apartments

2188 Aspen Dr

2219 Aspen Dr

Marshall
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Balch Springs, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balch Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Balch Springs Studio Apartments | $714 | $675 | $745 |
| Cheap Balch Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $601 | $1,345 |
| Cheap Balch Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $714 | $1,635 |
| Cheap Balch Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $819 | $2,075 |
| Cheap Balch Springs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,824 | $5,127 |
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Cheapest Available Balch Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Balch Springs, TX is a Studio unit found at Woodside Flats in the Highland Meadows neighborhood priced from $675. Holbrook Apartment Homes in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Balch Springs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Flats | E2 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Holbrook Apartment Homes | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Harwell Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $761 |
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Sterlingshire | Abby | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| Aria Residences | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | C | 3BR,2BA | $999 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balch Springs, TX
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Balch Springs area is the $1.28 price per square foot B1 Model at Meadowbrook in the in the Rose Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Balch Springs apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Artiga Apartment Homes starting at $1,477 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Scyene neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Balch Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowbrook | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Artiga Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Timbers at Hickory Tree | Two Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Harwell Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Marshall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Rio Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Arroyo Vista Estates | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sterlingshire | Abby | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Balch Springs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Balch Springs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Balch Springs is at Woodside Flats listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Balch Springs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Balch Springs Apartment is $695 at Woodside Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Balch Springs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Balch Springs is starting from $931 at Harper Apartments.
What is the most affordable Balch Springs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Balch Springs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sterlingshire and starts from $999.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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