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McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2025

There are currently 1981 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in McKinney, TX neighborhoods that range in price from $850 to $8,131. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in McKinney with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Frisco1806$1,541$850
Downtown McKinney175$1,287$1,017

Largest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is found at Bell Tower Flats in the Village Park neighborhood and is 1,274 square feet priced from $2,235. Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments in the Twin Creeks neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,245 square feet and currently listed start at $1,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bell Tower FlatsA3A1,274 Sq Ft$2,235
Parkside at Craig Ranch ApartmentsRavine- Den1,245 Sq Ft$1,775
Heritage McKinney SquareLWM1,178 Sq Ft$2,475
Davis at the SquareA31,151 Sq Ft$2,225
The Jade at FriscoA91,072 Sq Ft$2,085
The Sylvan at Painted TreeAlder1,069 Sq Ft$1,726
Modera McKinney RidgeA091,055 Sq Ft$1,709
Cendana Craig RanchA61,032 Sq Ft$1,854
Overture Fairview 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesVibrato1,030 Sq Ft$1,899
Luminest ProsperA21,005 Sq Ft$1,874

Cheapest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is the A1 Model starting from $614 at Newsome Homes in the Timber Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable McKinney 1 Bedroom is the A2 Model at Redbud Trail Apartments starting at $947 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in McKinney is currently $1,598. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Newsome HomesA1$614
Redbud Trail ApartmentsA2$947
West Ridge Villas1 Bedroom - MKT$983
Lakes of EldoradoVista$1,017
Ashton Oaks ApartmentsAsh$1,025
Oaklyn Apartment HomesA1$1,039
Larkin Apartment HomesA1R$1,046
Woodlyn Apartment HomesA1$1,064
Trails at CreeksideA2$1,073
Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch ApartmentsA1$1,078

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McKinney Overview

In 2014 Money Magazine named McKinney, Texas the #1 place to live in the America. Located just north of Dallas, McKinney is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. With growth comes opportunities of which there is no shortage. McKinney combines historical downtown Texas with a forward-thinking mindset that includes booming business and educational opportunities.

Why live in McKinney, TX?

Although McKinney is located outside of Dallas, the city has a charm all it's own that distinguishes it as one of Texas' best cities. McKinney offers the perfect blend of nature, history, economic growth, and plenty of real estate across the entire city. If you're into city pride, then you'll find a broad range of activities, festivals, and annual events that bring everybody out to celebrate. Some of the most popular annual events include Arts in Bloom Art Festival, Oktoberfest, Scare on the Square during Halloween, and Bike the Bricks annual bicycle race.

Mckinney, TX
Population: 191,645

Ranked #131

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mckinney, TX

Ranked #21

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around McKinney, TX

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in McKinney with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in McKinney is at Newsome Homes listed at $614.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in McKinney is $1,598.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in McKinney is a 1,274 square feet unit starting from $2,235 at Bell Tower Flats.

What is the average size for McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in McKinney is currently 776 sq ft.

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