
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilshire Heights Neighborhood of Dallas, TX from $1,000 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Wilshire Heights area of Dallas.


5 Mockingbird Apartments

5749 Vickery Blvd

Turtle Dove 1

5919 Velasco Ave

Live Oaks at the Branch

Belclaire
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6151 E Mockingbird Ln

5718 Penrose Ave, Unit D, Unit D

5837 Velasco Ave

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Teak at the Branch

4512 Amesbury Dr, Unit C, Unit C

Ash at the Branch

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The Standard

Marquita Court

5750 Marquita Ave

Alexan Lower Greenville

Arrive on University

5841 Palo Pinto

5717 McCommas Blvd
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5746 Vickery Blvd

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5757 Martel Ave

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6112 Llano Ave

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5740 Martel Ave, Unit B3, Unit B3
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5835 Sandhurst Ln

4816 Amesbury Dr
Wilshire Heights, Dallas, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilshire Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Heights Studio Apartments | $1,319 | $1,040 | $1,684 |
| Wilshire Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,050 | $5,215 |
| Wilshire Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $1,350 | $5,841 |
| Wilshire Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $2,934 | $3,935 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Wilshire Heights Neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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Cheapest Available Wilshire Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilshire Heights area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Lakewood Plaza priced from $1,040. 5 Mockingbird Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,043. Here are the most affordable Wilshire Heights apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Plaza | 0 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| 5 Mockingbird Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $1,043 |
| Turtle Dove 1 | A12 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| 5919 Velasco Ave | C | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Belclaire | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Live Oaks at the Branch | A3 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Teak at the Branch | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Ash at the Branch | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Cedar at the Branch | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilshire Heights, TX
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilshire Heights area is the $2.35 price per square foot A9 Classic Model at Live Oaks at the Branch in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Wilshire Heights apartment is the B1 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Turtle Dove 1 starting at $1,384 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilshire Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Oaks at the Branch | A9 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Turtle Dove 1 | B1 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Arrive on University | Motivate | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 5718 Penrose Ave, Unit D | 5718 Penrose Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 5919 Velasco Ave | C | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Ash at the Branch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| The Standard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Teak at the Branch | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 5 Mockingbird Apartments | E | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
| Lakewood Plaza | 0 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilshire Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilshire Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilshire Heights is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilshire Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Wilshire Heights is Turtle Dove 1 which is listed at $1,124, while the average apartment in Wilshire Heights costs $2,959.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilshire Heights?
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 74 regular apartments in Wilshire Heights 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 Wilshire Heights?
Cheap apartments in Wilshire Heights have an average cost of $509 which is $2,450 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilshire Heights.
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