
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood of McKinney, TX from $900 (27 Rentals)
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Ashton Oaks Apartments

2702 Lake Forest Dr

Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments

West Ridge Villas

Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments
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Cypress

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Reserve at Stonebridge Ranch

Bell Tower Reserve

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Jefferson Verdant

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Avendale Painted Tree

SkywayVillas

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The Sylvan at Painted Tree

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Luxe Prosper
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Bell Tower Flats

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Legacy on Rockhill
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5416 Pandale Valley Dr

2824 Country Church Rd

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Luminest Prosper
Ridgecrest, McKinney, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ridgecrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgecrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $925 | $3,275 |
| Ridgecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,200 | $5,489 |
| Ridgecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $1,444 | $5,832 |
| Ridgecrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,809 | $2,365 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Ridgecrest Neighborhood of McKinney, TX.
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Cheapest Available Ridgecrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ridgecrest area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Bell Tower Flats priced from $986. Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,033. Here are the most affordable Ridgecrest apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Tower Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $986 |
| Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| The Rustic of McKinney | 1 Bedroom Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Cypress | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Reserve at Stonebridge Ranch | Riesling Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| Bell Tower Reserve | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Jefferson Verdant | A1a | 1BR,1BA | $1,268 |
| Greenhaven Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgecrest, TX
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgecrest area is the $1.69 price per square foot C1 Model at Bell Tower Flats in the in the Village Park neighborhood starting from $2,770. The second greatest value Ridgecrest apartment is the Cabernet Renovated Model at Reserve at Stonebridge Ranch starting at $2,201 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Village Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridgecrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Tower Flats | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Reserve at Stonebridge Ranch | Cabernet Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| MAA Stonebridge Ranch | Triple Creek | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| SkywayVillas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Gray Branch Apartments | Fern | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Rustic of McKinney | 1 Bedroom Shelter Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Cypress | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Best Local Schools in Ridgecrest, Mckinney, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridgecrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ridgecrest?
The cheapest apartment in Ridgecrest is Bell Tower Flats which is listed at $986, while the average apartment in Ridgecrest costs $14,484.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ridgecrest?
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 33 regular apartments in Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest?
Cheap apartments in Ridgecrest have an average cost of $440 which is $14,044 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ridgecrest.
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