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1608 Norma Ln

201 Gastel Cir

3206 Hill Crest Dr

1740 E 12th St

2504 N 31st Ln

3616 Harvey Dr W
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1811 Perkins Ave

1522 N Dunlap Ave, Unit REAR

2003 Villa Linda Ave

1613 Terrace Dr

101 Harness Dr

606 San Antonio Ave

1811 Perkins Ave

1002 W Hayes Ave

1304 Breezy Dr

1201 W Carmen Ave

1114 Tori Ln
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407 N Lotto Ln

2205 Kimberly Ln

3705 Joby St

704 Thompson Rd

717 Tropical Cir Dr E

511 Lotto Ln

511 Lotto Ln

819 Walnut Ave

2100 N Paradise Dr

716 Quail Ave

3903 Tinsley Ave
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2020 Aruba Dr

4770 N Mayberry Rd

4109 N 24th Ln

623 S Dfw Dr

4105 N 24th Ln

1514 Quitaca Dr

3905 S Radisson Ave

2719 Fort Brown Ave
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804 N Taylor Rd

3001 Diamondhead Ave

2402 Tahiti Dr

503 W Park Ave

503 W Park Ave

2916 N 32nd St

1105 W Stubbs St

1105 W Stubbs St

3911 Valeria St

5600 Nightingale Ave

709 Robin Ave
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McAllen, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in McAllen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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McAllen 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,276 | $600 | $10,000+ |
McAllen 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,791 | $800 | $5,000 |
McAllen 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,494 | $1,400 | $6,500 |
McAllen 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,297 | $2,200 | $6,000 |
McAllen 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $5,000 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McAllen, TX
Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the McAllen, TX area range in price from $346 to $10,251 with an overall median price of $1,489. The three McAllen neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Las Placitas at $364, Sharyland Plantation at $364, and Abram Perezville at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McAllen Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Las Placitas | $889 | $364 | 12 |
Sharyland Plantation | $889 | $364 | 12 |
Abram Perezville | $937 | $850 | 3 |
Palmview South | $937 | $850 | 3 |
West Sharyland | $1,125 | $875 | 14 |
Los Lagos | $1,150 | $353 | 192 |
Airport District | $1,249 | $364 | 134 |
East McAllen | $1,250 | $346 | 403 |
La Homa | $1,300 | $450 | 10 |
Donna Weslaco Mercedes | $1,500 | $383 | 193 |
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 Outer Mission Alton 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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La Stella Independent Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $353 |
La Villa De Alton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $373 |
501 Jasmine Villas | Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $460 |
Heritage Square | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
Hibiscus Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
Vista De Palmas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
612-620 E Hibiscus Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Sunset Terrace Senior Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
The Monark Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the McAllen area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2X2.5 Model at Danubia in the in the Northgate Crossing neighborhood starting from $969. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Danubia | 2X2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.81 |
1814 E Iowa Rd | Townhouse Style Apartment | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
Las Violetas Town Home Apartments | townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.72 |
1514 Acme Ln, Unit Acme A | 1514 Acme Ln | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
3728 W Faith Hill St, Unit Faith Hill #3 | 3728 W Faith Hill St | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
Avanti Legacy Emerald Point Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
El Pueblo Dorado Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
La Stella Independent Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.47 |
La Villa De Alton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about McAllen
What type of rentals are currently available in McAllen?
There are currently 1193 Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX with pricing that ranges from $346 to $10,251. There are also 849 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McAllen ranging from $400 to $33,000.
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 $400 to $33,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,697.
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 $472 to $2,255, 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 $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,350.
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