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10 S Ware Rd

McAllenTX78501
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7 N 11th St

McAllenTX78501
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Daffodil
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Daffodil

1300 E DaffodilMcAllen, TX 78501

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Legacy 2
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Legacy 2

413 N McColl RdMcAllen, TX 78501
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6802 N 56th Ln
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6802 N 56th Ln

6802 N 56th LnMcAllen, TX 78504
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525 N 20th St
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525 N 20th St

525 N 20th StMcAllen, TX 78501
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701 S 12th St
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701 S 12th St

701 S 12th StMcAllen, TX 78501
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2517 N 32nd St
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2517 N 32nd St

2517 N 32nd StMcAllen, TX 78501
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5912 Nightingale
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5912 Nightingale

5912 NightingaleMcAllen, TX 78504
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2800 N 30th St
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2800 N 30th St

2800 N 30th StMcAllen, TX 78501
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2311 W Iris Ave
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2311 W Iris Ave

2311 W Iris AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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McAllen, TX Local Guide

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McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 24, 2025

There are currently 407 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over McAllen, TX that range in price from $316 to $1,500. Downtown McAllen, East McAllen and Los Lagos are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in McAllen with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown McAllen140$999$316
East McAllen115$999$356
Los Lagos43$879$356
Northgate Crossing31$831$316
Airport District23$895$399
Meadow Ridge17$912$316
Outer Mission Alton17$911$316
Donna Weslaco Mercedes14$796$383
Abram Perezville2$887$850
Palmview South2$887$850

Largest Available McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McAllen, TX is found at Las Violetas Town Home Apartments in the Los Lagos neighborhood and is 940 square feet priced from $725. Encino in the East McAllen neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 930 square feet and currently listed start at $899. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in McAllen:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Las Violetas Town Home Apartmentstownhome940 Sq Ft$725
EncinoA2930 Sq Ft$899
Royal Oaks ApartmentsA1900 Sq Ft$850
Heritage Square1B890 Sq Ft$755
Peppertree1X1.5875 Sq Ft$819
2500 N McCollA1875 Sq Ft$1,159
La Sienna ApartmentsA3873 Sq Ft$944
Atrium PlaceVestibule863 Sq Ft$855

Cheapest Available McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McAllen, TX is the 1BD Model starting from $356 at La Palmilla in the Los Lagos neighborhood. The second most affordable McAllen 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at La Villa De Alton starting at $373 in the West Sharyland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in McAllen is currently $966. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in McAllen:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
La Palmilla1BD$356
La Villa De AltonA1$373
Hibiscus VillageB$379
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA1$380
Heritage Square1A$630
612-620 E Hibiscus Ave1/1$675
Sunset Terrace Senior Village1 Bedroom$692
Brentwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom$695
The Monark Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$700

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McAllen Overview

McAllen is an absolute treat to live in if you're looking for a combination of city and country lifestyle all in one place. Renting an apartment in McAllen can provide you with tons of opportunities to enjoy as the city is the 22nd-most populated city in the Lone Star State. McAllen is located in Hidalgo Country and is located right near the Rio Grande Valley. You can travel to the Gulf of Mexico fairly easily since it is only 70 miles away! Let's take a closer look at some incredible facts about McAllen, TX and why you should consider moving here next!

Why live in McAllen, TX?

Living in McAllen can provide you with lots of opportunities to experience the culture and a friendly community. There is a lot of Tejano influence in this growing town that is very welcoming to people that aren't from the area. Renting an apartment in this area is a perfect opportunity to live close enough to the incredible amenities that this Tejano town has to give. 

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Getting Around McAllen, TX

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom McAllen Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in McAllen with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in McAllen is at La Palmilla listed at $356.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom McAllen Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in McAllen is $966.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom McAllen Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in McAllen is a 940 square feet unit starting from $725 at Las Violetas Town Home Apartments.

What is the average size for McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in McAllen is currently 850 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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