1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX (188 Rentals)

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McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025

There are currently 2956 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in McKinney, TX neighborhoods that range in price from $581 to $4,541. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in McKinney with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Frisco2636$1,515$965
Downtown McKinney320$1,500$581

Largest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is found at Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments in the Twin Creeks neighborhood and is 1,852 square feet priced from $2,964. Heritage McKinney Square in the Timber Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,178 square feet and currently listed start at $2,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Parkside at Craig Ranch ApartmentsPrairie1,852 Sq Ft$2,964
Heritage McKinney SquareLWM1,178 Sq Ft$2,675
Bell Tower FlatsA2E1,175 Sq Ft$1,655
Davis at the SquareA31,119 Sq Ft$1,995
The Jade at FriscoA91,072 Sq Ft$2,007
The Sylvan at Painted TreeAlder1,069 Sq Ft$1,776
Modera McKinney RidgeA091,055 Sq Ft$1,659
Luminest ProsperA41,049 Sq Ft$1,884
Cendana Craig RanchA61,032 Sq Ft$1,854

Cheapest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is the A1 Model starting from $581 at 380 Villas in the Timber Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable McKinney 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Buffalo Run starting at $810 in the Forest Grove neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in McKinney is currently $1,518. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
380 VillasA1$581
Buffalo Run1 Bedroom 1 Bath$810
Magnolia RanchA1F$929
Redbud Trail ApartmentsA2$947
Gala at MelissaA1-50$972
Soho ParkwayAloe$992
Lakes of EldoradoVista$999
Larkin Apartment HomesA2R$1,015
Newsome HomesA1$1,020
The CortonaA1$1,026

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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 #20

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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 380 Villas listed at $581.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in McKinney is $1,518.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in McKinney is a 1,852 square feet unit starting from $2,964 at Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in McKinney is currently 980 sq ft.

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