Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Carrollton Neighborhood of Carrollton, TX from $600 (44 Rentals)

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LYV Broadway
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$1,323 - $2,355
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LYV Broadway

1415 S Broadway StCarrollton, TX 75006
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Lux on Main
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$1,414 - $2,586
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Lux on Main

1011 S Main StCarrollton, TX 75006
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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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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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Josey Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Josey Place Apartments

1845 N Josey LnCarrollton, TX 75006
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Country Club
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club

1705 Metrocrest DrCarrollton, TX 75006
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Pasadena Apartments
$1,153 - $1,823
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Pasadena Apartments

2706 Cookscreek PlFarmers Branch, TX 75234
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Mustang Station
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$1,409 - $3,155
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Mustang Station

2500 Pepperwood StFarmers Branch, TX 75234
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Aventura Cimarron
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$1,425 - $5,739
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Aventura Cimarron

101 Cimarron TrlIrving, TX 75063
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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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Villa Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Gardens

2730 Fyke RdFarmers Branch, TX 75234

Downtown Carrollton, Carrollton, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Carrollton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Carrollton area of Carrollton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Arise Carrollton priced from $999. The Holden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable Downtown Carrollton apartments for rent in Carrollton, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arise CarrolltonOne Bedroom 11BR,1BA$999
The HoldenA1 Traditional1BR,1BA$1,030
Greentree1 Bed, 1 Bath B (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1,038
The Ranch at Belt LineA2C1BR,1BA$1,075
Sevilla Condos1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,085
Pasadena ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,153
Cantera Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,193
Union at Carrollton SquareA1A1BR,1BA$1,245
The CanalOne Bedroom A1C1BR,1BA$1,252
Trails of Valley RanchA21BR,1BA$1,259

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Carrollton, TX

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Carrollton area is the $1.51 price per square foot C1 Model at Valley Trails Apartments in the in the Valley Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Downtown Carrollton apartment is the B1 Modern Model at The Holden starting at $1,380 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Carrollton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Carrollton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valley Trails ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.51
The HoldenB1 Modern2BR,1BA$1.59
The Place at Briarcrestbc_Q12BR,1BA$1.64
Metro at 15152 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.70
Trails of Valley RanchB12BR,1BA$1.77
1809-on-Cox2BR2BR,1BA$1.69
Cantera Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.68
Pasadena ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.74
Arise CarrolltonOne Bedroom 11BR,1BA$1.51
Greentree1 Bed, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1.79

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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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Carrollton, Carrollton, TX

Ranked #15

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Carrollton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Carrollton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Carrollton is under $1,259.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Carrollton?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Carrollton is Arise Carrollton which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Downtown Carrollton costs $13,294.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 Downtown Carrollton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.