Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX from $300 (2,281 Rentals)

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The Garrison
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$613 - $1,290
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The Garrison

9911 Whitehurst DrDallas, TX 75243
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The Linden Apartments
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$700 - $1,450
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$700 - $1,450

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The Linden Apartments

12121 Audelia RdDallas, TX 75243
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The Ellington
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$725 - $1,248
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$725 - $1,248

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The Ellington

9850 Whitehurst DrDallas, TX 75243
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The Nora
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$726 - $1,400
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$726 - $1,400

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$726 - $1,400
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The Nora

6950 N Stemmons FwyDallas, TX 75247
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The Eagle at Lakewood
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$735 - $2,121
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$735 - $2,121

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The Eagle at Lakewood

7150 E Grand AveDallas, TX 75223
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Bernard
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$740 - $1,315
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Bernard

11991 Audelia RdDallas, TX 75243
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The Everly
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$742 - $1,349
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The Everly

9350 Skillman StDallas, TX 75243
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dallas, TX

Pricing Updated: 08/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dallas, TX area range in price from $300 to $54,900 with an overall median price of $2,503. The three Dallas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Ennis at $1,200, Lake Point at $1,320, and Country Forest at $1,350. 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$1,200$1,0505
Lake Point$1,320$99513
Country Forest$1,350$73553
Entertainment District$1,350$1,0008
Woodbridge$1,372$73548
Mitchell Boulevard$1,375$1,3002
Whispering Hills$1,425$73547
Enterprise Zone$1,495$70051
Eastland$1,547$1,3952
Carter Riverside$1,572$1,2755

Cheapest Available Dallas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Northside at the Woodlands in the Garland neighborhood priced from $135. Rise at Highland Meadows in the East Dallas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $520. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dallas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northside at the WoodlandsA21BR,1BA$135
Rise at Highland MeadowsA1 Classic1BR,1BA$520
Costa Bella Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$595
Paragon ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$595
Magnolia TraceA11BR,1BA$596
Lavon1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$596
Meadows on Amanda LaneKona1BR,1BA$625
The BonnieA11BR,1BA$650
SolanaE1Studio,1BA$665
MuseA11BR,1BA$669

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX

As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dallas area is the $0.47 price per square foot 1200 Plaza Way Model at 1200 Plaza Way, Unit 1200 Plaza in the in the Richardson neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Dallas apartment is the C2 Model at Reese Court Villas starting at $1,777 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the South 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.
1200 Plaza Way, Unit 1200 Plaza1200 Plaza Way1BR,1.5BA$0.47
Reese Court VillasC22BR,2BA$1.07
Madison Point4 Bed/2 Bath4BR,2BA$0.66
Mandalay Shoreside ApartmentsS-E22BR,2BA$1.07
Park Highlands2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.06
VILLA VALENCIATownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.03
5521 Columbia Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.05
MarshallA11BR,1BA$1.09
Costa Bella Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.09
The BonnieA11BR,1BA$1.08

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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.

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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 Paragon Apartments listed at $595.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dallas Apartment is $135 at Northside at the Woodlands.

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 $717 at Madison Point.

What is the most affordable Dallas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dallas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madison Point and starts from $819.

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