Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dallas Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $628 (127 Rentals)

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Ambrose
$1,076 - $2,451
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Ambrose

2901 Indiana StDallas, TX 75226
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$1,125 - $1,650

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948 Corinth St

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555 Ross
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$1,187 - $2,461
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555 Ross

1777 N Record StDallas, TX 75202
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Cityscape Star
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$1,243 - $2,494
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Cityscape Star

1812 Hickory StDallas, TX 75215
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Oaks Trinity
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$1,288 - $2,499
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Oaks Trinity

333 E Greenbriar LnDallas, TX 75203
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Trend Design District
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$1,340 - $4,607
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Trend Design District

1531 Inspiration DrDallas, TX 75207
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Oak & Ellum
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$1,340 - $3,347
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Oak & Ellum

2627 Live Oak StDallas, TX 75204
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Downtown Dallas, Dallas, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Dallas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Dallas area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at South Side Flats priced from $999. Marquis on Gaston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,117. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dallas apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Side FlatsA11BR,1BA$999
Marquis on Gaston0AStudio,1BA$1,117
Grand Estates at Kessler ParkThe Commerce1BR,1BA$1,129
Skyline Farmers MarketA11BR,1BA$1,185
555 RossE1180Studio,1BA$1,187
Gateway East at the Arts DistrictThe Allen1BR,1BA$1,198
Marquis at Texas Street1A1BR,1BA$1,198
ICON at Ross01S1Studio,1BA$1,215
The Marcus0 bedrooms 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,221
Macallan on RossS1Studio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dallas, TX

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dallas area is the $1.66 price per square foot c29 Model at South Side on Lamar in the in the Downtown Dallas neighborhood starting from $3,684. The second greatest value Downtown Dallas apartment is the C1 Model at 1512 Seegar starting at $2,904 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Dallas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Side on Lamarc292BR,2BA$1.66
1512 SeegarC13BR,3.5BA$1.51
Digit 1919DC22BR,2BA$1.88
1704 S Akard LLC2/12BR,1BA$1.62
LTV Tower Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.77
Arrive West End1 Bed 1 Bath Washer Dryer F1BR,1BA$1.84
Skyline Farmers MarketE2Studio ,1BA$1.89
Grand Estates at Kessler ParkThe Park1BR,1BA$1.80
Eleven10 at Farmers Market ApartmentsEA-2Studio ,1BA$1.92
Marquis at Texas Street1A1BR,1BA$1.92

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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas, including Dallas. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Dallas Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Dallas?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Dallas is under $1,225.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Dallas?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Dallas is South Side Flats which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Downtown Dallas costs $2,062.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 47 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Dallas?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Dallas have an average cost of $134 which is $1,928 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Dallas.

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