
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carrollton, TX from $300 (258 Rentals)
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The Ranch at Belt Line

18Eleven Frankford

Embry Apartment Homes

Villa Siena

1809-on-Cox

Country Square Apartments

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Meadows Apartments

The Holden

Greentree
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Arise Carrollton

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The Hudson

Fountains of Rosemeade

Edentree

Keystone at Castle Hills

Keller Oaks

Sevilla Condos

Brookbend

Switchyard
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Indian Creek Apartments

The Springs Of Indian Creek

Marbella Villas at Indian Creek

The Place at Briarcrest

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Ashford Apartments

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Residences at the Collection

EVIVA Trinity Mills Station

Union at Carrollton Square

Wind Dance
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The Tallows Apartments

Orchids of Carrollton

Wylder Square

Flats at Frankford Station

Frankford Station

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The Lochley

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LYV Broadway

Spicewood Crossing

Keller Springs Crossing

MAA Hebron
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Chateau Apartments

Old Town Place

Walnut Creek Apartments

Metro at 1515

Hebron Oaks

Hillside Community

Bella Vista

Peters Colony

Mansions at Sunset Ridge
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Carrollton, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carrollton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carrollton Studio Apartments | $1,310 | $699 | $2,286 |
| Cheap Carrollton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $706 | $7,650 |
| Cheap Carrollton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $988 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Carrollton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,425 | $9,248 |
| Cheap Carrollton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,996 | $2,709 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carrollton, TX
Pricing Updated: 07/20/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Carrollton | $1,823 | $914 | 208 |
Cheapest Available Carrollton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carrollton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Keystone Falls Apartment Homes in the Platinum Corridor neighborhood priced from $706. Addison Apartments at the Park in the Addison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $739. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carrollton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone Falls Apartment Homes | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $706 |
| Addison Apartments at the Park | Studio E1CT | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| Eagle Creek Apartments | A4P | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Vail Village | EFF3 UG | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Vincent | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Davenport Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Hamptons | Ashworth - A3 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Retreat @ 3737 | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| City Limits Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Timberglen Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carrollton, TX
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carrollton area is the $1.46 price per square foot Trinity Model at Keystone Falls Apartment Homes in the in the Platinum Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Carrollton apartment is the B1 Model at Noel on the Parkway starting at $1,353 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Preston Hollow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carrollton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone Falls Apartment Homes | Trinity | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Noel on the Parkway | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Bristol Apartment Living | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Place at Briarcrest | bc_B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Trinity Village Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Hunters Hill | Windhaven | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Villages of Royal Lane | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Spring Parc | A3CF | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cantera Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Willows on Rosemeade | 1 Bed 1 Bath - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $865.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carrollton?
The cheapest apartment in Carrollton is Keystone Falls Apartment Homes which is listed at $706, while the average apartment in Carrollton costs $1,823.
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 11 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 $227 which is $1,596 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carrollton.
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