Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Dallas, TX Under $1,200 (248 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Dallas as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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The Chase Apartments
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$1,195 - $1,865
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$1,195 - $1,865
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The Chase Apartments

4343 Rosemeade PkyDallas, TX 75287
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The Briscoe
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$1,174 - $3,014
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$1,174 - $3,014
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The Briscoe

12639 Coit RdDallas, TX 75251
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Estancia Hills
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$1,124 - $1,149
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Estancia Hills

11117 Lochwood BlvdDallas, TX 75218
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The Ainsley
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$1,096 - $1,847
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$1,096 - $1,847
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The Ainsley

2747 N Stemmons FwyDallas, TX 75207
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Inwood on the Park
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$1,045 - $1,990
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$1,045 - $1,990
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Inwood on the Park

5720 Forest Park RdDallas, TX 75235
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Timbers Apartment Homes
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$1,037 - $1,652
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$1,037 - $1,652
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Timbers Apartment Homes

3565 Timberglen RdDallas, TX 75287
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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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The Eagle at Lakewood
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$983 - $1,827
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$983 - $1,827
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$983 - $1,827
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The Eagle at Lakewood

7150 E Grand AveDallas, TX 75223
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Beyond Big D: The Ultimate Renter's Guide to 5 Key Cities in the DFW Area

Your complete guide to renting in the DFW suburbs. Learn about 5 cities near Dallas—from the affordability of Duncanville to the upscale living of Southlake—to choose where to call home.

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Nova Apartment Homes
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$962 - $1,625
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$962 - $1,625
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$962 - $1,625
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Nova Apartment Homes

9701-9727 Dale Crest DrDallas, TX 75220
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The 4-Step Checklist for Moving to Dallas: A Local Expert's Guide to Utilities, Licenses, and Housing

Your ultimate DFW Moving Guide: From finding the perfect Dallas neighborhood (Downtown, Oak Lawn, Casa View) to setting up utilities.

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Eleven600
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$925 - $1,309
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Eleven600

11600 Audelia RdDallas, TX 75243
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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The Ultimate DFW Commuter's Guide: Apartments Near Major Dallas Employers

Live your best life, DFW commuter. Find the best rental to shorten your commute with our guide to the top neighborhoods near major Dallas employers AT&T, Match Group, and Texas Instruments.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX

Learn about the best Dallas neighborhoods for student renters by our Dallas, TX Local Expert Tiffany Clark

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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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How do I begin? I've lived in Dallas for 35 years (as of 2025), and I love everything about this sprawling Metroplex. In my time here, I've raised a family, but before that, I was a college student, a young professional, a boss lady, and now, a semi-retired grandmother of one. Every era of my life, Dallas has been good TO me and FOR me. Thank you for the memories, Big D!

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Dallas Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Dallas?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Dallas is at Paragon Apartments listed at $595.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Dallas Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Dallas is $2,691.

What is the largest Short-term Dallas Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Dallas is a 9,041 square feet unit starting from $3,662 at 800 Lake Carolyn Pkwy.

What is the average size for Dallas Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Dallas is currently at 818 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.