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5901 Co Rd 277

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Melissa, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Melissa, TX

Pricing Updated: 06/19/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Villages of Melissa$3,067$1,14983
North Creek$3,217$1,14973

Cheapest Available Melissa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melissa, TX is a Studio unit found at Grand at Anna in the West Crossing neighborhood priced from $965. Brixton McKinney Apartments in the Timber Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melissa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand at AnnaE1Studio,1BA$965
Brixton McKinney ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$975
Oaklyn Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,014
Larkin Apartment HomesA1R1BR,1BA$1,046
Woodlyn Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,054

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melissa, TX

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melissa area is the $1.56 price per square foot Red Oak Model at The Retreat at Honey Creek in the in the Allen McKinney neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Melissa apartment is the 3A Model at Whitewing Flats starting at $1,865 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Forest Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melissa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Retreat at Honey CreekRed Oak3BR,2BA$1.56
Whitewing Flats3A3BR,2BA$1.28
Landing at Willow GroveVanderbilt 1st floor3BR,2BA$1.68
Palladium AnnaB2BR,2BA$1.29
Stonegate ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.26
Parmore Anna - 55+ Affordable HousingB12BR,2BA$1.61
1701 at EldoradoA21BR,1BA$1.54
Woodlyn Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.49
Brixton McKinney ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.51
Grand at AnnaE1Studio ,1BA$1.68

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melissa

What type of rentals are currently available in Melissa?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Melissa, TX with pricing that ranges from $600 to $21,680. There are also 173 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melissa ranging from $1,020 to $4,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melissa ranges from $1,020 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,237.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melissa range from $1,749 to $7,339, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,865 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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