
Cheap New Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX from $600 (52 Rentals)
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West Ridge Villas

Alma Hub 121

Luxia Craig Ranch

McKinney Square Apartments

Heritage McKinney Square

Bexley at WestRidge

Cyan Craig Ranch Apartments

Ascend at McKinney North
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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McKinney Pointe

The Bridge at McKinney

Collin Square

Venue Craig Ranch

Jefferson North Ranch

The Sylvan at Painted Tree

Mera Craig Ranch 55+ Active Adult

McKinney Terrace
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Jefferson Verdant

The Dalton

Parkside at Craig Ranch

Post Oak Apartments

The Adley Craig Ranch Apartments
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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McKinney Village

Twin Creeks Crossing

Whitewing Flats

FarmHouse121

Ascend Celina Hills

The Waldon

Alexan Melissa
Dallas's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Atlas Bluewood Apartments

Prose Stoneridge

Alta at The Farm

Sorrel Fairview

Watterscape Urban Residential

Landing at Willow Grove

Larkspur at Twin Creeks

Magnolia on the Green

Alta Magnolia

Residences at Fairview Town Center

VLux Stoneridge

The Jade at Frisco

Theo Allen Gateway
McKinney, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McKinney?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
McKinney Studio Apartments | $1,435 | $952 | $2,440 |
McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $983 | $4,612 |
McKinney 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $714 | $6,107 |
McKinney 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,703 | $1,348 | $8,017 |
McKinney 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $1,795 | $9,283 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McKinney Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McKinney?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McKinney is under $1,059.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McKinney?
The cheapest apartment in McKinney is Newsome Homes which is listed at $614, while the average apartment in McKinney costs $6,453.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McKinney?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in McKinney that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in McKinney?
Cheap apartments in McKinney have an average cost of $118 which is $6,335 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McKinney.
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX
Written by: Tiffany Clark
Dallas is a vibrant, dynamic city that offers no shortage of opportunities and a high quality of living for young professionals, families, and retirees.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.