Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX from $300 (2,277 Rentals)

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Dallas, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dallas, TX

Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dallas, TX area range in price from $300 to $60,000 with an overall median price of $4,857. The three Dallas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Ennis at $975, Wheatley Place at $1,000, and Redbud at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dallas Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Ennis$1,650$9759
Wheatley Place$1,800$1,00030
Redbud$1,825$1,6507
Sylvan Heights West$1,845$9734
Highland Hills$1,850$96625
Echo Heights$1,900$89511
Oaks$1,900$1,5008
South Dallas Fairpark$1,925$85043
West Garland$1,950$1,7957
Redbird$1,975$92715

Cheapest Available Dallas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lavon Senior Villas in the West Garland neighborhood priced from $575. Silver Spring Forney in the Fox Hollow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dallas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lavon Senior VillasA11BR,1BA$575
Silver Spring ForneyPeriwinkle2BR,1BA$579
Harper ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$599
Iron LandingsA11BR,1BA$599
The BaxterA11BR,1BA$623
Harwell ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$624
Brioso PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$649
MuseE3Studio,1BA$668
InterlaceE11BR,1BA$672
2704 CDMXStudio E1Studio,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dallas area is the $1.11 price per square foot 4 Bed 3 Bath Model at 2500 Kimberly Ln in the in the Woodpark neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Dallas apartment is the 2x2 Model at Spanish Steps starting at $1,550 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dallas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2500 Kimberly Ln4 Bed 3 Bath4BR,3BA$1.11
Spanish Steps2x22BR,2BA$1.11
Bachon Townhomes3Bedroom2Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.03
Greystone2x12BR,1BA$1.00
West VirginiaTH2C2BR,2BA$1.09
Raleigh1x11BR,1BA$1.12
Silver Spring ForneyPeriwinkle2BR,1BA$0.68
Lavon Senior VillasA11BR,1BA$0.88
Harwell ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$0.99
Sunset VillaStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.12

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Dallas Overview

Dallas is a large modern city positioned in northern central Texas on the Trinity River. Though far from its only claim to fame, all Americans recognize it as the site of the JFK assassination. The Dallas Cowboys and Dallas cheerleaders are the stuff of American lore and the TV show Dallas was a long-time hit decades ago. Wealthy businessmen and women flock to Dallas, making it their home.

Why live in Dallas, TX?

This city is a virtual melting pot of culture and diversity making it a prime location to find your new home. It may not be renowned for a beautiful landscape, but it certainly has plenty of food and entertainment offerings. Suburbs are plentiful and fantastic options for apartments in Dallas are on par with many other large cities. There's plenty to see and do and a unique pride in living here.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dallas, TX

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Dallas, TX

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dallas Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dallas?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dallas is at Brioso Place listed at $649.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dallas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dallas Apartment is $575 at Lavon Senior Villas.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dallas Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dallas is starting from $579 at Silver Spring Forney.

What is the most affordable Dallas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dallas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Devon Park Apartments and starts from $978.

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