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McKinney, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McKinney, TX

Pricing Updated: 11/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the McKinney, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McKinney Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown McKinney$2,600$1,35012
Frisco$4,500$5401657

Cheapest Available McKinney Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in McKinney, TX is a Studio unit found at 380 Villas in the Timber Creek neighborhood priced from $548. Buffalo Run in the Forest Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $823. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McKinney apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
380 VillasS1Studio,1BA$548
Buffalo Run1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$823
The Gables of McKinney1A Renovation 21BR,1BA$905
Parkside at Craig Ranch ApartmentsCascadeStudio,1BA$924
Redbud Trail ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$947
Villas At Stonebridge Ranch ApartmentsColonial1BR,1BA$955
Bell Tower FlatsA11BR,1BA$964
Gala at MelissaA1-501BR,1BA$994
Heritage McKinney SquareE2Studio,1BA$995
Lakes of EldoradoVista1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the McKinney area is the $1.35 price per square foot Ridgeview Villas - Pecos Model at Ridgeview Villas in the in the Twin Creeks neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value McKinney apartment is the Eaton Model at The Residences at Harrison Park starting at $2,325 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Villages of Melissa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKinney apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ridgeview VillasRidgeview Villas - Pecos3BR,2.5BA$1.35
The Residences at Harrison ParkEaton4BR,2.5BA$1.37
Townhomes at Princeton MeadowsTH13BR,2.5BA$1.06
1701 at EldoradoB12BR,2BA$1.24
Whitewing Flats1A1BR,1BA$1.26
MAA Times SquareCentral Park1BR,1BA$1.47
The Atlantic McKinney RanchA1A1BR,1BA$1.26
West Ridge Villas1 Bedroom - MKT1BR,1BA$1.25
Atlas Bluewood ApartmentsA3 - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Soho ParkwayAloe1BR,1BA$1.46

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX

Learn about the best Dallas neighborhoods for student renters by our Dallas, TX Local Expert Tiffany Clark

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Mckinney, TX
Population: 191,645

Ranked #131

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mckinney, TX

Ranked #19

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about McKinney

What type of rentals are currently available in McKinney?

There are currently 229 Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX with pricing that ranges from $581 to $18,644. There are also 1107 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McKinney ranging from $850 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McKinney?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McKinney ranges from $850 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,053.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McKinney?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McKinney range from $1,417 to $8,571, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,255.

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.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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