
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Dallas Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $500 (215 Rentals)
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3260 Bickers St

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Sophia+Loren

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The Dahlia

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Cal West

Villa Encanto

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The Milo Apartments

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Skyline Trinity

The Margaret at Riverfront

2800 Douglas Ave
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ZZZ - Lakeridge

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The Prescott

2805 Reagan St

1914 McBroom St

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Inwood on the Park

The Centennial

The Waverly Apartments

Providence Mockingbird

The Francesca
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Bel Air on Maple

Hampton Plaza at Kessler Park

5151 Vandelia St

4040 Brown St

Atlantic at Kessler Park

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Pike West Commerce

La Valencia

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Oaks Trinity

Eclipse Oak Lawn

8180 Lemmon Ave
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Archive

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The Ainsley

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Towne Square

Parea Oak Lawn

5225 Maple

27TwentySeven

4000 Hawthorne Avenue
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The Monroe

Meridian Medical District

SYNC at West Dallas

Parkford Oaks Apartments

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Atera Apartments

The Southwestern

2808 Throckmorton St

3310 Douglas Ave

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Kade

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Maple District Lofts
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West Dallas, Dallas, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Dallas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Dallas Studio Apartments | $1,453 | $740 | $5,211 |
| West Dallas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $623 | $6,635 |
| West Dallas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $740 | $10,000+ |
| West Dallas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,906 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| West Dallas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,426 | $5,389 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 215 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Dallas Neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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Cheapest Available West Dallas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Dallas area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Sophia+Loren priced from $740. Cal West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable West Dallas apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sophia+Loren | E2 Classic | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Cal West | E | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| The Dahlia | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Villa Encanto | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Milo Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pegasus Senior Villas | A2-40% | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| ZZZ - Lakeridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| The Prescott | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Bowser | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Inwood on the Park | EFF | Studio,1BA | $907 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Dallas, TX
As of March 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Dallas area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2B2.5B Model at 4950 Cedar Springs Rd in the in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value West Dallas apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - 60 AMI Model at Arlington Park Villas starting at $1,804 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Dallas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 4950 Cedar Springs Rd | 2B2.5B | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Arlington Park Villas | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom - 60 AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Maverick Oak Lawn Townhomes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| La Valencia | Provincial | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| ZZZ - Lakeridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Eclipse Oak Lawn | A-2 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Providence Mockingbird | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Pegasus Senior Villas | A2-40% | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Dahlia | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Sophia+Loren | E2 Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Texas and customized analysis for West Dallas. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Dallas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Dallas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Dallas is under $907.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Dallas?
The cheapest apartment in West Dallas is The Dahlia which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in West Dallas costs $12,847.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 244 regular apartments in West 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 West Dallas?
Cheap apartments in West Dallas have an average cost of $254 which is $12,593 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Dallas.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX
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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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According to the Dallas Regional Chamber, the DFW Metroplex is home to more than 70 accredited colleges and universities.

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Since 1990, I've lived my best life, built a rewarding career, and raised my family in the Dallas, Texas area.

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