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Avanti Legacy Valor Heights
125 Beaumont AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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Avanti at Emerald Point Apartments
3301 N Jackson RdMcAllen, TX 78501
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3101 N J StMcAllen, TX 78501
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1200 Nolana AveMcAllen, TX 78504
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1401 W Dove AveMcAllen, TX 78504
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1101 Dove AveMcAllen, TX 78504
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8301 N Ware RdMcAllen, TX 78504
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2500 W Maple AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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2410 W Hackberry AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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501 E Camellia AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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3801 N McColl RdMcAllen, TX 78501
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300 E Camellia AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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1001 E Redbud AveMcAllen, TX 78504
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Downtown McAllen, McAllen, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown McAllen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown McAllen Studio Apartments | $829 | $747 | $969 |
| Downtown McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $316 | $1,645 |
| Downtown McAllen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $369 | $2,000 |
| Downtown McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $416 | $2,175 |
| Downtown McAllen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $2,350 | $2,435 |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown McAllen Neighborhood of McAllen, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown McAllen Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown McAllen area of McAllen, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at 501 Jasmine Villas priced from $460. 612-620 E Hibiscus Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Downtown McAllen apartments for rent in McAllen, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 Jasmine Villas | Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $460 |
| 612-620 E Hibiscus Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Avanti Legacy Violet Parc | A1-50% | 1BR,1BA | $682 |
| Bella Vista | B2-50% | 2BR,2BA | $694 |
| Brentwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Monark Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Jackson Square | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Peppertree | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| Texan Ranch Apartments | Bunkhouses | Studio,1BA | $747 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown McAllen, TX
As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown McAllen area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3B2B Model at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX in the in the Meadow Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown McAllen apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at St. Antimo Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East McAllen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown McAllen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX | 3B2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| St. Antimo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Danubia | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| 2614 Primrose Ave, Unit 1 | 2614 Primrose Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 624 DFW Dr, Unit 0 | 624 DFW Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| 2708 Presidio Dr, Unit 2 | 2708 Presidio Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 617 DFW Dr, Unit Apt 4 | 617 DFW Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 505 Teague Ave, Unit 2 | 505 Teague Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 1200 Violet Ave, Unit A | 1200 Violet Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 4307 W La Guardia Ln, Unit 1 | 4307 W La Guardia Ln | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
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This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central McAllen. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Downtown McAllen Neighborhood in McAllen, TX
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59 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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50 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown McAllen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown McAllen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown McAllen is under $747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown McAllen?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown McAllen is 612-620 E Hibiscus Ave which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Downtown McAllen costs $2,405.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown McAllen?
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 18 regular apartments in Downtown McAllen 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 McAllen?
Cheap apartments in Downtown McAllen have an average cost of $148 which is $2,257 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown McAllen.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.