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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Chateau Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Apartments

1505 E Beltline RdCarrollton, TX 75006
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Meadows Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadows Apartments

1402 Fannidella DrCarrollton, TX 75006
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Old Town Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Old Town Place

1506 School RdCarrollton, TX 75006
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Metro at 1515
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Metro at 1515

1515 Metrocrest DrCarrollton, TX 75006
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Hillside Community
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Community

1020 Raleigh DrCarrollton, TX 75007
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Bella Vista
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista

1834 E Peters Colony RdCarrollton, TX 75007
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Hebron Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hebron Oaks

1930 E Hebron PkyCarrollton, TX 75007
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Peters Colony
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peters Colony

1810 E Peters Colony RdCarrollton, TX 75007
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Summit Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Park

1050 Park AveCarrollton, TX 75006
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Trinity Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trinity Crossing

2522 E Trinity Mills RdCarrollton, TX 75006
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Trinity Mills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trinity Mills

2750 E Trinity Mills RdCarrollton, TX 75006

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Carrollton, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carrollton, TX

Pricing Updated: 06/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Carrollton, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carrollton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Carrollton$12,940$914234

Cheapest Available Carrollton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carrollton, TX is a Studio unit found at Addison Apartments at the Park in the Parkview Villas neighborhood priced from $728. Keystone at Castle Hills in the Castle Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $759. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carrollton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Addison Apartments at the ParkStudio E1CTStudio,1BA$728
Keystone at Castle HillsA11BR,1BA$759
Keystone Falls Apartment HomesBrazos1BR,1BA$789
Eagle Creek ApartmentsA4P1BR,1BA$795
Sutton PlaceA1A The Oxford1BR,1BA$795
The HamptonsAndover - A21BR,1BA$799
TwentyFive25A21BR,1BA$799
Vail VillageEFF3 UG1BR,1BA$800
Veridian PlaceA11BR,1BA$846
The Retreat @ 3737Plan A1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carrollton, TX

As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carrollton area is the $1.44 price per square foot B2 Model at Windsor Westbridge in the in the Platinum Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,642. The second greatest value Carrollton apartment is the B1: 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Allure North Dallas starting at $1,566 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Far North Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carrollton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor WestbridgeB22BR,2BA$1.44
Allure North DallasB1: 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.45
Embry Apartment HomesGranbury2BR,2BA$1.32
Indian Creek ApartmentsSorrel2BR,1BA$1.41
Trinity Village ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$1.40
Villages of Royal LaneA11BR,1BA$1.30
TwentyFive25A31BR,1BA$1.47
Noel on the ParkwayA31BR,1BA$1.36
The Chase ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.29
Frankford Flats ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX

Learn about the best Dallas neighborhoods for student renters by our Dallas, TX Local Expert Tiffany Clark

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Carrollton Overview

Located in the northwest area of the Lone Star State, Carrollton apartments afford residents easy access to both the job market of Dallas as well as the college scene of Denton. A great place to raise a family as well as build a life, Carrollton is an ideal slice of Texas for those on the hunt for a new place to call home.

Why live in Carrollton, TX?

With the Texas job market ever-growing and the relative costs of living low, Carrollton makes an idea spot for consideration. The welcoming spirit of the Lone Star State is known the world over, and the big city amenities of nearby Dallas make Carrollton apartments a highly sought-after resource.

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Carrollton, TX

Ranked #7

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carrollton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Carrollton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carrollton is under $849.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carrollton?

The cheapest apartment in Carrollton is Keystone at Castle Hills which is listed at $759, while the average apartment in Carrollton costs $12,940.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carrollton?

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 10 regular apartments in Carrollton 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 Carrollton?

Cheap apartments in Carrollton have an average cost of $155 which is $12,785 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carrollton.

Expert Rental Resources

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