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Newsome Homes
1450 Amscott StMcKinney, TX 75069
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown McKinney Neighborhood of McKinney, TX from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Ashton Oaks Apartments
2003 Skyline DrMcKinney, TX 75071
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The Rustic of McKinney
2700 N Brook DrMcKinney, TX 75070
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Brixton McKinney Apartments
600 S Graves StMcKinney, TX 75069
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Magnolia Ranch
3191 Medical Center DrMcKinney, TX 75069
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$1,052 - $2,7041 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 5
1701 at Eldorado
1701 Park Central DrMcKinney, TX 75069
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Woodlyn
123 Wilson Creek BlvdMcKinney, TX 75069
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Oaklyn
1600 Heritage DrMcKinney, TX 75069
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Larkin Apartment Homes
2301 W White AveMcKinney, TX 75071
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The Gables of McKinney
1500 W Eldorado PkyMcKinney, TX 75069
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Stonegate Apartments
2521 Wolford StMcKinney, TX 75071
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Kinwood Apartments
3300 N McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75071
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Mason Apartment Homes
1300 Eldorado PkyMcKinney, TX 75069
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Lakes of Eldorado
1400 Eldorado PkyMcKinney, TX 75069
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$1,194 - $1,9271 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 27
El Lago
3400 Craig DrMcKinney, TX 75070
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Heritage McKinney Square
300 N McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
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Tuscany at Wilson Creek
451 Wilson Creek BlvdMcKinney, TX 75069
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Mill Stream Apartments
2300 Wilmeth RdMcKinney, TX 75071
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McKinney Terrace
1703 Rockhill RdMcKinney, TX 75069
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Merano Apartments
1570 Heritage DrMcKinney, TX 75069
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Country Lane Seniors McKinney
2401 Country View LnMcKinney, TX 75069
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The Dalton
3549 Medical Center DrMcKinney, TX 75069
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The Patios of McKinney
1904 W White AveMcKinney, TX 75069
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SkywayVillas
2000 Skyline DrMcKinney, TX 75071
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Elevate at Skyline Townhomes
1999 Skyline DrMcKinney, TX 75071
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1311 N Morris St, Unit 1311 N Morris
1311 N Morris StMcKinney, TX 75069
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Regency Park Residences
2770 N Brook DrMcKinney, TX 75070
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 3205
2650 S McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
605 Wilcox St
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 1307
2650 S McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 4321
2650 S McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 4101
2650 S McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.
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2650 S McDonald St, Unit 3208
2650 S McDonald StMcKinney, TX 75069
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601 Drexel Street Units 1-8 (McKinney 15)
601 Drexel StMcKinney, TX 75069
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Davis at the Square
260 E Davis StMcKinney, TX 75069
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Arbors Off The Square
500 W Lamar StMcKinney, TX 75069
703 N Tennessee St
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122 Lemongrass Dr
PrincetonTX75407
136 Honeysuckle St
PrincetonTX75407
122 Lemongrass Dr
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Downtown McKinney, McKinney, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown McKinney?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown McKinney Studio Apartments | $1,365 | $1,195 | $1,775 |
| Downtown McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $915 | $2,160 |
| Downtown McKinney 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $1,197 | $3,250 |
| Downtown McKinney 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,465 | $2,345 |
| Downtown McKinney 4 Bedroom Apartments | $20,438 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown McKinney Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown McKinney area of McKinney, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Newsome Homes priced from $640. 601 Drexel Street Units 1-8 (McKinney 15) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown McKinney apartments for rent in McKinney, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Newsome Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
| 601 Drexel Street Units 1-8 (McKinney 15) | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Ashton Oaks Apartments | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Brixton McKinney Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Woodlyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,067 |
| Davis at the Square | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Oaklyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| The Gables of McKinney | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Stonegate Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Kinwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown McKinney, TX
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown McKinney area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2x1 Model at SkywayVillas in the in the Timber Creek neighborhood starting from $1,496. The second greatest value Downtown McKinney apartment is the TC 2X2 Model at Tuscany at Wilson Creek starting at $1,416 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Timber Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown McKinney apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| SkywayVillas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Tuscany at Wilson Creek | TC 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Country Lane Seniors McKinney | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Mill Stream Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Woodlyn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Kinwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Stonegate Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Newsome Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Brixton McKinney Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 601 Drexel Street Units 1-8 (McKinney 15) | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown McKinney Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown McKinney?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown McKinney is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown McKinney?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown McKinney is Newsome Homes which is listed at $640, while the average apartment in Downtown McKinney costs $20,438.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 299 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown McKinney?
Cheap apartments in Downtown McKinney have an average cost of $767 which is $19,671 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown McKinney.
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