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property at 8 Whetstone Ave

$1,350 - $1,800

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8 Whetstone Ave

McAllenTX78541
property at 9 N 56th St

$1,250

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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9 N 56th St

McAllenTX78573

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McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 22, 2026

There are currently 592 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over McAllen, TX that range in price from $416 to $2,225. Downtown McAllen, Northgate Crossing and Donna Weslaco Mercedes are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in McAllen with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown McAllen110$1,225$416
Northgate Crossing91$1,205$416
Donna Weslaco Mercedes88$1,225$880
Outer Mission Alton76$1,175$416
East McAllen70$1,220$539
Los Lagos58$1,175$539
Meadow Ridge56$1,200$416
Airport District20$1,235$559
Palmview South7$1,099$975
Las Placitas5$1,160$559

Largest Available McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in McAllen, TX is found at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX in the Meadow Ridge neighborhood and is 1,814 square feet priced from $1,500. Colgate Crossings has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,600 square feet and currently listed start at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in McAllen:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX3B2B1,814 Sq Ft$1,500
Colgate CrossingsNew Unit1,600 Sq Ft$1,700
Belterra at Tres LagosBahia1,485 Sq Ft$2,080
Vista De PalmasC21,425 Sq Ft$1,100
Taylor VillasThe Woodlands1,412 Sq Ft$1,950
Villas on WareAllegri1,378 Sq Ft$2,090
Hibiscus VillageD1,370 Sq Ft$1,127
The District Apartments & SPAB2051,356 Sq Ft$1,300
Villas De NolanaSumac1,320 Sq Ft$1,379
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsC5-30%1,273 Sq Ft$554

Cheapest Available McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 22, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in McAllen, TX is the 3BD Model starting from $539 at La Palmilla in the Los Lagos neighborhood. The second most affordable McAllen 3 Bedroom is the C5-30% Model at Avanti at Emerald Point Apartments starting at $554 in the East McAllen neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in McAllen is currently $1,260. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in McAllen:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
La Palmilla3BD$539
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsC5-30%$554
Padre De Vida ApartmentsC1$674
Bella VistaC2-50%$791
Edinburg Place Apartments3 Bedroom Sm$875
501 Jasmine VillasThree Bedroom One Bath$922
Winter Springs Mobile Home Community3 Beds, 2 Baths$950

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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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Ana • 1+ years in McAllen

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Tengo poco de estar residiendo en McAllen y me siento segura de manejar en mi vehículo por la ciudad es muy tranquilo y seguro

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom McAllen Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in McAllen with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in McAllen is at La Palmilla listed at $539.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom McAllen Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in McAllen is $1,260.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom McAllen Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in McAllen is a 1,814 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX.

What is the average size for McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in McAllen is currently 1,470 sq ft.

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