
Cheap Homes for Rent in Denton County, TX from $500 (203 Rentals)
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5540 N Colony Blvd

5540 N Colony Blvd

819 S Welch St

2418 W Prairie St

135 Springtree St

1311.5 Margie St

2309 Kendolph Dr

2113 Paxton Way

107 S Crawford St
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2526 W Prairie St, Unit 202

2526 W Prairie St, Unit 203

2526 W Prairie St, Unit 108

2526 W Prairie St, Unit 204

2526 W Prairie St, Unit 205

716 W Mulberry St, Unit Apt 4

2427 W Prairie St

2427 W Prairie St, Unit Apt 107

2427 W Prairie St

2427 W Prairie St
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900 N Austin St

1621 Blakely Pl

2113 Paxton Way

3821 Denridge Ln, Unit 2

1002 Gregg St, Unit CB

1009 Homestead Way

1955 Rivendell Ln

904 1/2 Denton Street Unit

904 1/2 Denton St

4301 Farm to Market Rd 720
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511 W Collins St

2036 Oak Grove Ln

27040 US-380

1107 N Locust St, Unit 3

4204 N Locust St

301 Amarillo St

1261 N Legacy Dr

909-911 S Welch St

903-905 S Welch St

1031 FM2931, Unit 816
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1108 N Elm St

12005 US-380

612 Londonderry Ln

3817 Denridge Ln

26850 US-380

2221 Stella St

107 Fry St

8171 E McKinney St

525 Fort Worth Dr

3055 Olympia Dr
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Denton County, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Denton County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denton County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,791 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| Denton County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,438 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| Denton County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,083 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Denton County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,077 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Denton County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,752 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Denton County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Denton County, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at Forum Denton in the Denton neighborhood priced from $499. 2520 W Prairie St in the Eaglechase neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Denton County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forum Denton | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $499 |
| 2520 W Prairie St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Denton North 1 | Italy | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Eagle Place Apartments | Studio - 410 SF | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Keystone Falls Apartment Homes | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $716 |
| Palladium Aubrey | B1 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $734 |
| 19Twenty Apartments | A1 – A7 | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| The Village Residences | Studio Move-in Special! 2 Months Free! | Studio,1BA | $792 |
| Haleigh Village Phase I & II | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Eagle Creek Apartments | A4P | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Denton County, TX
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Denton County area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at Sherman Crossing in the in the Denton neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Denton County apartment is the 4x4 Model at Park Place Denton starting at $609 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Denton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Denton County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Crossing | 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Park Place Denton | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.45 |
| Forum Denton | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 19Twenty Apartments | C1,C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Double Tree Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Pecan Creek on McKinney Apartments | C - Red Rose | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Denton Grove | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Struga Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Ridge at North Texas, The | 2x2 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Denton County
What type of rentals are currently available in Denton County?
There are currently 983 Apartments for Rent in Denton County, TX with pricing that ranges from $450 to $23,393. There are also 1598 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Denton County ranging from $525 to $22,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Denton County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Denton County ranges from $525 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,158.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Denton County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Denton County range from $479 to $15,025, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,425 to $17,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $450.
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