
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cambridge Neighborhood of McKinney, TX from $900 (55 Rentals)
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Ashton Oaks Apartments

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Cambridge, McKinney, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $937 | $2,212 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $955 | $3,015 |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $1,142 | $3,799 |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,386 | $1,323 | $4,401 |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,589 | $2,390 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cambridge Neighborhood of McKinney, TX.
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Cheapest Available Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cambridge area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments priced from $941. Ashton Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $955. Here are the most affordable Cambridge apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments | Cascade | Studio,1BA | $941 |
| Ashton Oaks Apartments | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Orion McKinney Apartments | Zenith w/ Carport Included | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| MAA Stonebridge Ranch | The Mesa | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Soho Parkway | Aloe | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Saxon Woods | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| The Jade at Frisco | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, TX
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $1.57 price per square foot C1UG Model at The Adley Craig Ranch Apartments in the in the Village Park neighborhood starting from $2,411. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the D1 Model at The Independence starting at $1,882 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the McKinney Greens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Adley Craig Ranch Apartments | C1UG | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Independence | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Atlantic McKinney Ranch | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Skyway Villas | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| MAA Times Square | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Aspire Mckinney Ranch | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Soho Parkway | Amyris | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| El Lago | 1 Bed 1 Bath 857 SqFt (757 Net) | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Best Local Schools in Cambridge, Mckinney, TX
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas including Cambridge, McKinney, and the greater Dallas area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cambridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cambridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cambridge is under $1,080.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cambridge?
The cheapest apartment in Cambridge is Ashton Oaks Apartments which is listed at $955, while the average apartment in Cambridge costs $14,278.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cambridge?
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 50 regular apartments in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Cheap apartments in Cambridge have an average cost of $148 which is $14,130 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cambridge.
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