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property at 3616 Harvey Dr W

$725

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3616 Harvey Dr W

McAllenTX78501
property at 1804 Oasis Dr

$725

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1804 Oasis Dr

MissionTX78572
property at 525 N 20th St

$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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525 N 20th St

McAllenTX78501

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property at 1426 E Rogers Rd

$775

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1426 E Rogers Rd, Unit 19

1426 E Rogers Rd
EdinburgTX78541

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property at 1105 W Stubbs St

$800

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1105 W Stubbs St, Unit 5

1105 W Stubbs St
EdinburgTX78539
property at 1219 W Carmen Ave

$800

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1219 W Carmen Ave, Unit 1

1219 W Carmen Ave
EdinburgTX78541
property at 2002 Angus St

$845

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$845
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2002 Angus St, Unit B

2002 Angus St
MissionTX78572

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 1802 S Kumquat St

$850

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1802 S Kumquat St, Unit B

1802 S Kumquat St
PharrTX78577
property at 1513 Orlando St

$850

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1513 Orlando St

EdinburgTX78541
property at 1308 N McColl Rd

$850

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1308 N McColl Rd

EdinburgTX78541

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McAllen, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McAllen, TX

Pricing Updated: 03/31/2026

Current apartment rentals in the McAllen, TX area range in price from $316 to $13,000 with an overall median price of $1,477. The three McAllen neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Doffing at $550, La Homa at $550, and Palmview South at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McAllen Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Doffing$750$5503
La Homa$1,122$55015
Palmview South$1,145$70024
Abram Perezville$1,150$9255
West Sharyland$1,150$69520
Las Placitas$1,178$39912
Sharyland Plantation$1,178$39912
Los Lagos$1,200$356222
Airport District$1,250$399181
East McAllen$1,250$356382

Cheapest Available McAllen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in McAllen, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at La Stella Independent Senior Living in the Los Lagos neighborhood priced from $380. La Villa De Alton in the West Sharyland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $473. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McAllen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA31BR,2BA$380
La Villa De AltonC13BR,2BA$473
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsC43BR,2BA$516
Heritage Square1A1BR,1BA$630
El Jardin Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$650
Bella VistaB2-50%2BR,2BA$682
Brentwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Greenpoint Urban LivingEfficiency1BR,1BA$700
Palms Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX

As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the McAllen area is the $0.83 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at St. Antimo Apartments in the in the East McAllen neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value McAllen apartment is the Townhouse Style Apartment Model at 1814 E Iowa Rd starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Los Lagos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McAllen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
St. Antimo ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
1814 E Iowa RdTownhouse Style Apartment2BR,2.5BA$0.75
Danubia2X1.52BR,1.5BA$0.77
La Villa De AltonC13BR,2BA$0.41
4408 N 24th Ln, Unit # 34408 N 24th Ln2BR,2BA$0.83
1514 Acme Ln1514 Acme Ln2BR,2BA$0.82
Texas Homeco @ Mesquite RidgeTwo bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
2009 Upland Dr, Unit 12009 Upland Dr2BR,2BA$0.85
Las Violetas Town Home Apartmentstownhome1BR,1BA$0.77
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA31BR,2BA$0.58

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions about McAllen

What type of rentals are currently available in McAllen?

There are currently 1033 Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX with pricing that ranges from $316 to $13,000. There are also 731 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McAllen ranging from $700 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McAllen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McAllen ranges from $700 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,790.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McAllen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McAllen range from $504 to $13,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $825 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,340.

Expert Rental Resources

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.