
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX from $300 (2,210 Rentals)
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The Everly

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Vista Azul

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The Dahlia

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The Laney

The Landing at McCallum

4520 Columbia Ave

921 Ann Ave

Melville

BX5 Collection

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Dallas's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Dallas, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dallas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Dallas Studio Apartments | $1,542 | $675 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Dallas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $509 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Dallas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $743 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Dallas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,248 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Dallas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,387 | $1,015 | $10,000+ |
Dallas 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,528 | $3,075 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dallas, TX
Pricing Updated: 07/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Dallas, TX area range in price from $509 to $35,000 with an overall median price of $6,736. The three Dallas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Anderson Farms at $1,098, Meadowview at $1,098, and Scyene at $674. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dallas Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Anderson Farms | $1,174 | $1,098 | 22 |
Meadowview | $1,174 | $1,098 | 22 |
Scyene | $1,202 | $674 | 80 |
UTA | $1,208 | $614 | 164 |
College Town | $1,250 | $614 | 146 |
North Central Arlington | $1,253 | $614 | 153 |
Wesley Commons | $1,290 | $614 | 500 |
West Meadowbrook | $1,292 | $680 | 157 |
Riverway Estates | $1,325 | $674 | 183 |
Mitchell Boulevard | $1,367 | $695 | 197 |
Cheapest Available Dallas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dallas, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Northside Apartments in the Far North Dallas neighborhood priced from $436. The Emerson in the East Dallas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $623. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dallas apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Northside Apartments | 2x2 Enterprise - Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $436 |
The Emerson | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $623 |
Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
Harwell Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $654 |
The Everly | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $654 |
Muse | E3 | Studio,1BA | $668 |
The Baxter | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
2704 CDMX | Studio E1 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Tribeca on the Creek | S1 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
The Marquee | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dallas area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3Bedroom2Bathroom Model at Bachon Townhomes in the in the Woodbridge East neighborhood starting from $1,397. The second greatest value Dallas apartment is the TH2C Model at West Virginia starting at $1,247 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Redbird neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dallas apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bachon Townhomes | 3Bedroom2Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
West Virginia | TH2C | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Northside Apartments | 2x2 Enterprise - Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.44 |
Greystone | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Waverly Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Hickory Manor 62+ Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
Evergreen at Arbor Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
Prairie House | Oleson | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Serenity Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
The Marquee | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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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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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dallas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dallas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dallas is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dallas?
The cheapest apartment in Dallas is The Emerson which is listed at $623, while the average apartment in Dallas costs $6,736.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dallas?
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 21,646 regular apartments in Dallas 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 Dallas?
Cheap apartments in Dallas have an average cost of $403 which is $6,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dallas.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX
Written by: Tiffany Clark
Dallas is a vibrant, dynamic city that offers no shortage of opportunities and a high quality of living for young professionals, families, and retirees.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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