
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melissa, TX from $400 (39 Rentals)
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FarmHouse121

Alexan Melissa

Landing at Willow Grove

Avilla Springs

Yardly Stoneridge

300 Willow Grv Wy

400 Willow Grv Wy

1820 Central Expy

5901 Co Rd 277

380 Villas

The Rustic of McKinney

Palladium East Foster Crossing

Brixton McKinney Apartments

Heritage McKinney Square

Oaklyn Apartment Homes

Grand at Anna

Prose Anna Town Square

Ashton Oaks Apartments

Woodlyn Apartment Homes

Larkin Apartment Homes

Cottages at Anna Station

1701 at Eldorado

Stonegate Apartments

Jefferson Verdant

The Quinn at Anna

Ascend at McKinney North

McKinney Terrace

Tuscany at Wilson Creek

Kinwood Apartments

Waterview Crossing

Parmore Anna Apartments

Avendale Painted Tree

551 E Finley Blvd
Melissa, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melissa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Melissa Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $995 | $1,775 |
| Cheap Melissa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $581 | $3,386 |
| Cheap Melissa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,003 | $688 | $5,901 |
| Cheap Melissa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $1,650 | $8,571 |
| Cheap Melissa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $1,950 | $9,109 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Melissa, TX
Pricing Updated: 11/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Melissa, 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 Melissa Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Creek | $15,141 | $1,095 | 290 |
| Villages of Melissa | $15,141 | $1,036 | 491 |
Cheapest Available Melissa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Melissa, TX is a Studio unit found at 380 Villas in the Timber Creek neighborhood priced from $548. Palladium East Foster Crossing in the Villages of Melissa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melissa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 380 Villas | S1 | Studio,1BA | $548 |
| Palladium East Foster Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Brixton McKinney Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Gala at Melissa | A1-50 | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| Oaklyn Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| Grand at Anna | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,022 |
| Larkin Apartment Homes | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Prose Anna Town Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,036 |
| Ashton Oaks Apartments | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Woodlyn Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,084 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melissa, TX
As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melissa area is the $1.37 price per square foot Eaton Model at The Residences at Harrison Park in the in the Villages of Melissa neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Melissa apartment is the Red Oak Model at The Retreat at Honey Creek starting at $2,349 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Allen McKinney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melissa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Harrison Park | Eaton | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.37 |
| The Retreat at Honey Creek | Red Oak | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Palladium East Foster Crossing | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Palladium Anna | C | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Larkin Apartment Homes | C2R | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 1701 at Eldorado | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Whitewing Flats | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Gala at Melissa | B4-60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Woodlyn Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Grand at Anna | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Melissa, TX
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melissa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melissa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melissa is under $1,084.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melissa?
The cheapest apartment in Melissa is 380 Villas which is listed at $581, while the average apartment in Melissa costs $15,141.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melissa?
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 22 regular apartments in Melissa 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 Melissa?
Cheap apartments in Melissa have an average cost of $136 which is $15,005 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melissa.
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