
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Meadows Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $500 (59 Rentals)
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The Garrison

The Alista Apartments

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The Edison - Dallas, TX

The Azul Apartments

Melville

Lakeridge Heights

Sedona Ridge

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The Ellington
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Infinity on the Oaks

10028 Royal Ln, Unit 112

The Kendrick

Soho

The Laney

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The Emerson

Aero White Rock

Lavera at Lake Highlands

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Everwood Apartments
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The Hampton on Jupiter

Summer Hill Apartments

Sun Colony

The Trellis at Lake Highlands

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Summer Glen

Hilton Head

The Lookout

Oakwood Creek

10749 E NW Hwy

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Haven Lake Highlands
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8110 Skillman St

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Siegel Select Dallas

10028 Royal Ln, Unit G10611

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LENOX LAKE HIGHLANDS

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Shoreview Flats

7340 Skillman St

11350-11352 Quail Run St

8426 Towneship Ln

Rise at Highland Meadows

Villa Vista
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XNewport Landing

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Park on Whitehurst

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Highland Meadows, Dallas, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Meadows Studio Apartments | $1,032 | $718 | $1,742 |
| Highland Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,073 | $625 | $2,273 |
| Highland Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $895 | $2,753 |
| Highland Meadows 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $1,448 | $3,275 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Meadows Neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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Cheapest Available Highland Meadows Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Meadows area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Rise at Highland Meadows priced from $520. Meadows on Amanda Lane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Highland Meadows apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise at Highland Meadows | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $520 |
| Meadows on Amanda Lane | Kona | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Alista Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Garrison | A2 Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Ava Apartment Homes | E1 | Studio,1BA | $743 |
| The Azul Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Villa Vista | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Melville | E1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Sedona Ridge | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Lakeridge Heights | E1 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Meadows, TX
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Meadows area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at XNewport Landing in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Highland Meadows apartment is the B2 Model at Sun Colony starting at $1,350 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| XNewport Landing | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Sun Colony | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Meadows on Amanda Lane | Cove | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Trellis at Lake Highlands | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Edison - Dallas, TX | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Hilton Head | Hilton Head | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Ellington | A2 Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Villas at La Risa | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Villa Vista | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Laney | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Meadows Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Meadows?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Meadows is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Meadows?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Meadows is Rise at Highland Meadows which is listed at $520, while the average apartment in Highland Meadows costs $1,860.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Meadows?
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 29 regular apartments in Highland Meadows 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 Highland Meadows?
Cheap apartments in Highland Meadows have an average cost of $177 which is $1,683 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Meadows.
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