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8702 Old Hickory Trail

3130 Parkerville Rd

122 Country Bend

1717 Dynasty Dr

1731 Dynasty Cir

514 E Belt Line Rd
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447 Vincent St

720 Emberwood Dr

1114 Valley View Dr

1112 Valley View Dr

7826 Overridge Dr

202 W Cherry St

7207 Arborcrest Dr
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7326 Harold Walker Dr

3265 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Unit 103

3265 W Camp Wisdom Rd

427 Dawn Dr

1220 Mockingbird Ln

929 Vedral Pl

7704 Woodspan Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Desoto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desoto 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,673 | $1,450 | $2,500 |
| Desoto 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,146 | $1,550 | $5,500 |
| Desoto 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,549 | $1,650 | $3,500 |
| Desoto 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,434 | $2,225 | $6,000 |
| Desoto 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,092 | $3,035 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Available Desoto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Desoto, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Interlace in the Oak Cliff neighborhood priced from $672. Pacifica in the Oak Cliff neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Desoto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlace | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $672 |
| Pacifica | E1 | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Las Ventanas | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Exchange 7272 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Park at Cliff Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desoto, TX
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desoto area is the $1.24 price per square foot TH3 Model at West Virginia in the in the Redbird neighborhood starting from $1,420. The second greatest value Desoto apartment is the Lisburn Model at Wexford Townhomes starting at $1,595 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Redbird neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desoto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | TH3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Wexford Townhomes | Lisburn | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Vista Park Apartments | 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Providence on the Park Apartments | C2 - Windsor | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Greens of Hickory Trail | 2X2 TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Beckley Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Creekwood Place | Two Bed Two Bath 1054 Sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Mandalay Shoreside Apartments | S-E2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Waverly Apartments | 1st Mo. Rent FREE Move in Special! (OAC) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Desoto?
There are currently 112 Apartments for Rent in Desoto, TX with pricing that ranges from $820 to $20,369. There are also 205 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desoto ranging from $575 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Desoto?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desoto ranges from $575 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,288.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Desoto?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Desoto range from $1,330 to $4,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.
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