
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Denton Neighborhood of Denton, TX from $500 (199 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Denton area of Denton.


Renaissance Courts Apartments

The Cluster Apartments

Residences at the Union

Lone Star Apartments

2309 Kendolph Dr

The Village Residences

Cole Place

Holly Tree

The Crossing Apartments
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1408 Margie St

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The Loop

The Vine RG LLC

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1108 Neff St, Unit 3

Concrete Jungle Properties-DENTON

716 W Mulberry St, Unit 4

2427 W Prairie St

2427 W Prairie St

2427 W Prairie St
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Prairie Hollow Apartments

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Ridgecrest

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Bonnie Green Apartments

The Dominion Apartments

Struga Place

Centre Place Apartments

Canopy at South Lakes

Oak Meadows

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Wolf Ridge Apartments

University View Denton

Hampshire Apartments

2615 N Elm St

2006 W Hickory St

2427 W Prairie St, Unit Apt 107

Oaks of Denton

904 1/2 2nd St

Country Park

900 McCormick St, Unit #1
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1108 N Elm St

19Twenty Apartments

Square 9

1808-1808 Bolivar St

Camino Del Sol

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The Talon

Hollyhills Apartments

Pecan Grove Apartments

1115 Collier St
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Downtown Denton, Denton, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Denton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Denton Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $699 | $1,688 |
| Downtown Denton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $677 | $1,994 |
| Downtown Denton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $550 | $3,340 |
| Downtown Denton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $500 | $3,114 |
| Downtown Denton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $599 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 199 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Denton Neighborhood of Denton, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Denton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Denton area of Denton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Hudson at Pecan Creek priced from $505. Forum Denton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Downtown Denton apartments for rent in Denton, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson at Pecan Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $505 |
| Forum Denton | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Arbors of Denton | c1 | 3BR,2BA | $640 |
| Denton North 1 | Italy | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Lone Star Apartments | 1 Beroom - 464 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Residences at the Union | 0 bedroom 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| The Village Residences | EFF | Studio,1BA | $792 |
| Cole Place | 1 Bdrm | 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 Downtown Denton, TX
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Denton area is the $1.06 price per square foot Elm Model at The Veranda in the in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood starting from $1,683. The second greatest value Downtown Denton apartment is the 4x4 Model at Park Place Denton starting at $709 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Denton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Denton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Veranda | Elm | 4BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Park Place Denton | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| Forum Denton | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.56 |
| Denton Grove | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Struga Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Bent Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Vitae Residences | 1 Room of a 2 BR unit, 903 SQFT | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Lana | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Cluster Apartments | 1 Bedroom Townhome 740 sqft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Texas and customized analysis for Central Denton, TX. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Denton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Denton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Denton is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Denton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Denton is Hudson at Pecan Creek which is listed at $505, while the average apartment in Downtown Denton costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 528 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Denton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Denton have an average cost of $787 which is $1,213 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Denton.
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