
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood of McKinney, TX from $900 (28 Rentals)
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2702 Lake Forest Dr

Ashton Oaks Apartments

West Ridge Villas

MAA Stonebridge Ranch

Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments

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Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments
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Greenhaven Apartments

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Jefferson Verdant

The Breckyn

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The Sylvan at Painted Tree

SkywayVillas

Reserve at Stonebridge Ranch
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Avendale Painted Tree

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Luxe Prosper

Regency Park Residences

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Bell Tower Reserve
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Gray Branch Apartments

Bell Tower Flats

Legacy on Rockhill

2717 Strand Ln

2712 Country Church Rd

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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 | $1,742 | $934 | $3,361 |
| Ridgecrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,185 | $5,430 |
| Ridgecrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $1,444 | $6,815 |
| Ridgecrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,057 | $2,513 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 28 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 Ashton Oaks Apartments priced from $935. West Ridge Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,051. Here are the most affordable Ridgecrest apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Oaks Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| MAA Stonebridge Ranch | The Palmito | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| The Rustic of McKinney | 1 Bedroom Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Cypress | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Greenhaven Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Jefferson Verdant | A1a | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Gray Branch Apartments | Fern | 1BR,1BA | $1,326 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgecrest, TX
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgecrest area is the $1.86 price per square foot B1 Model at Bell Tower Reserve in the in the Village Park neighborhood starting from $1,798. The second greatest value Ridgecrest apartment is the 2x1 Model at SkywayVillas starting at $1,496 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Timber Creek 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 Reserve | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| SkywayVillas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| West Ridge Villas | 1 Bedroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Bell Tower Flats | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Gray Branch Apartments | Fern | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Rustic of McKinney | 1 Bedroom Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Villas At Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| MAA Stonebridge Ranch | The Mesa | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Ashton Oaks Apartments | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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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 Ashton Oaks Apartments which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Ridgecrest costs $12,967.
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 26 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 $457 which is $12,510 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ridgecrest.
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