
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Denton, TX from $500 (186 Rentals)
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Westview Heights at Denton

Renaissance Courts Apartments

The Cluster Apartments

Cole Place

Lone Star Apartments

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Bonnie Green Apartments

Pecan Grove Apartments

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The Crossing Apartments
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Holly Tree

The Dominion Apartments

Residences at the Union

The Vine RG LLC

Oak Meadows

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1108 Neff St

Ridgecrest

Prairie Hollow Apartments

Paces Crossing

Canopy at South Lakes
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Westwind Apartments

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The Loop

16Ten

Woodhill Apartments

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1108 N Elm St

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The Talon

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Pecan Creek on McKinney Apartments

Quincy Court Apartments

The Woodlands of Denton

2405 Louise St

The Village Residences

Pebblebrook Parkside

Preserve at Pecan Creek

The Lodge at Pecan Creek
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Denton, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Denton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Denton Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $795 | $2,055 |
| Cheap Denton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $602 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Denton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $550 | $3,302 |
| Cheap Denton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $579 | $3,045 |
| Cheap Denton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $579 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Denton, TX
Pricing Updated: 03/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Denton, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Denton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Denton | $1,875 | $550 | 1129 |
| Rayzor Ranch | $2,449 | $579 | 329 |
| Uptown Denton | $2,449 | $579 | 549 |
Cheapest Available Denton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Denton, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at Ridge at North Texas, The in the Wheeler Ridge neighborhood priced from $579. Hudson at Pecan Creek in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $596. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Denton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge at North Texas, The | 4x2 Classic | 4BR,2BA | $579 |
| Hudson at Pecan Creek | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $596 |
| Forum Denton | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $629 |
| The Cluster Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Denton North 1 | Italy | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lone Star Apartments | 1 Beroom - 464 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Cole Place | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Dominion Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Crossing Apartments | 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Holly Tree | 1bd (Jr. Room) | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Denton, TX
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Denton area is the $0.42 price per square foot 1829 Lark Ln Model at 1829 Lark Ln, Unit 1829 lark ln in the in the Lewisville Flower Mound neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Denton apartment is the C1 3x1.5 Model at Forest Ridge Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Wheeler Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Denton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1829 Lark Ln, Unit 1829 lark ln | 1829 Lark Ln | 1BR,1BA | $0.42 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | C1 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Vintage Ranch | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Forum Denton | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.58 |
| 4275 Old Thomas Rd, Unit Pool House Apt | 4275 Old Thomas Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Struga Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Bent Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Vitae Residences | 1 Room of a 2 BR unit, 903 SQFT | 2BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Lana | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Bonnie Green Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Denton Overview
Considered a key part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, apartments in Denton offer convenience, an array of amenities and enough down-home Texas hospitality to last a lifetime. Bursting with truly unique shops and an eclectic, thriving arts scene, this sleepy college city is a great place to consider.
Why live in Denton, TX?
From the funky secondhand stores that line the downtown square to the almost constantly-evolving live music scene, Denton often gets tagged as 'little Austin' for its focus upon arts and entertainment. The consistent influx of young people for the area universities adds to a forward-thinking 'college town' vibe, making the city an exceptional place to live and work.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Denton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Denton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Denton is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Denton?
The cheapest apartment in Denton is The Cluster Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Denton costs $2,257.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Denton?
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 1,148 regular apartments in Denton 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 Denton?
Cheap apartments in Denton have an average cost of $804 which is $1,453 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Denton.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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