
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX Under $2,000 (50 Rentals)
Rental terms in McKinney as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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El Lago

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Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments

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Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments

Alma Hub 121

Orion McKinney Apartments

Larkin Apartment Homes

Ashton Oaks Apartments
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Magnolia Ranch

2650 S McDonald St, Unit 1307

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 331

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 374

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 226

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 326

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 241

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 217

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 310

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 239
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 3205

2650 S McDonald St, Unit 4217

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 345

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 458

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 158

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 212

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 257

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 319

7201 Henneman Way, Unit 252

3250 Hudson Crossing, Unit 838
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3250 Hudson Crossing, Unit 638

3250 Hudson Crossing, Unit 631

3250 Hudson Crossing, Unit 825

3250 Hudson Crossing, Unit 424

Gray Branch Apartments

Arise Craig Ranch

Treymore at McKinney

Townhomes at Princeton Meadows

VLux Stoneridge

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Cortland Allen Station
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Cortland North Plano

Estancia At Ridgeview Ranch

eaves Twin Creeks

Ranch At Ridgeview

Orion Prosper Apartments

9601 Custer Rd, Unit 512

9601 Custer Rd, Unit 1338

9601 Custer Rd, Unit 1328

2425 Central Expy, Unit 1206

2425 Central Expy, Unit 4303
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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 | $1,328 | $1,116 | $2,363 |
| McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $554 | $4,477 |
| McKinney 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,019 | $6,486 |
| McKinney 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $753 | $9,820 |
| McKinney 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,348 | $2,099 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term McKinney Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in McKinney?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in McKinney is at Magnolia Ranch listed at $999.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term McKinney Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in McKinney is $2,252.
What is the largest Short-term McKinney Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in McKinney is a 1,910 square feet unit starting from $1,116 at Orion McKinney Apartments.
What is the average size for McKinney Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in McKinney is currently at 602 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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