Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

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property at 2502 Live Oak St

$1,275 - $2,649

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2502 Live Oak St

DallasTX75204
property at 1010 Allen St

$1,295 - $1,995

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1010 Allen St

DallasTX75204

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property at 1200 Main St

$1,650 - $2,700

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1200 Main St

DallasTX75202
property at 1122 Jackson St

$1,650 - $2,400

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1122 Jackson St

DallasTX75202

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property at 1200 Main St

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 1

1200 Main St, Unit #1004

1200 Main St
DallasTX75202

City Center, Dallas, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Manor House Apartments priced from $1,125. The Galbraith has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,153. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manor House ApartmentsGriffinStudio,1BA$1,125
The GalbraithE4-60%Studio,1BA$1,153
Marquis on Gaston1A1BR,1BA$1,156

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, TX

As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $1.77 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at LTV Tower Apartments in the in the Downtown Dallas neighborhood starting from $2,405. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the B08 Model at The Drakestone starting at $2,467 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Downtown Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LTV Tower Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.77
The DrakestoneB082BR,2BA$1.85
Interurban BuildingB22BR,2BA$1.81
Arrive West EndLa Grange1BR,1BA$2.04
Harvest LoftsPearl (Mixed Income Housing)1BR,1BA$1.92
South Side FlatsA11BR,1BA$1.77
AmbroseThe Inwood1BR,1BA$1.90
Eleven10 at Farmers Market ApartmentsEA-2Studio ,1BA$2.00
Marquis at Texas Street1A1BR,1BA$1.85
Skyline Farmers MarketE1Studio ,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
City Center, Dallas, TX

Ranked #44

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about City Center

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?

There are currently 129 Apartments for Rent in City Center, TX with pricing that ranges from $965 to $21,345. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,245 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,245 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,006.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in City Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in City Center range from $1,680 to $21,345, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $19,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,243 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,317.

Expert Rental Resources

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