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McAllen, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McAllen, TX

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the McAllen, TX area range in price from $346 to $2,581 with an overall median price of $1,495. The three McAllen neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Las Placitas at $364, Sharyland Plantation at $364, and Abram Perezville at $690. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McAllen Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Las Placitas$882$36412
Sharyland Plantation$882$36412
Abram Perezville$1,100$6904
Palmview South$1,104$69010
West Sharyland$1,130$50335
Los Lagos$1,150$353186
La Homa$1,175$55016
East McAllen$1,277$346258
Airport District$1,300$364135
Donna Weslaco Mercedes$1,500$383164

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 $353. La Villa De Alton in the West Sharyland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $373. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McAllen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA11BR,1BA$353
La Villa De AltonA11BR,1BA$373
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsB42BR,2BA$444
501 Jasmine VillasThree Bedroom One Bath3BR,1BA$460
El Pueblo Dorado Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$650
Hibiscus Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$656
Vista De PalmasA11BR,1BA$669
612-620 E Hibiscus Ave1/11BR,1BA$675
Sunset Terrace Senior Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$692

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the McAllen area is the $0.69 price per square foot 1418 Nassau St Model at 1418 Nassau St, Unit 1 in the in the Northgate Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,100. 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.
1418 Nassau St, Unit 11418 Nassau St2BR,2.5BA$0.69
1814 E Iowa RdTownhouse Style Apartment2BR,2.5BA$0.75
Las Violetas Town Home Apartmentstownhome2BR,2.5BA$0.72
El Pueblo Dorado Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.73
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsB42BR,2BA$0.41
3728 W Faith Hill St, Unit Faith Hill #33728 W Faith Hill St2BR,2BA$0.74
Avanti WestB22BR,2BA$0.72
Avanti Legacy Emerald Point ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA11BR,1BA$0.47
La Villa De AltonA11BR,1BA$0.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about McAllen

What type of rentals are currently available in McAllen?

There are currently 1179 Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX with pricing that ranges from $351 to $2,581. There are also 847 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McAllen ranging from $550 to $9,000.

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 $550 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,578.

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 $503 to $2,225, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,875.

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.

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