
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Estates Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $500 (59 Rentals)
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Strawberry Hill Apartments

Pine Oaks Apartments

Aria Residences

2300 Narobi Pl

Arroyo Vista Estates

Foxwood

Heather Creek

Magnolia at Mesquite Creek

1409 Range Dr
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1126 Peachtree

717 Lee St, Unit Unit 8

1628 Cascade St

1404 E Park Dr

Westlake Village

Quail Oaks

Spanish Court Apartments

Villas of Hickory Estates

Marshall

825 Denmark Dr
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Crestshire Village

Holbrook Apartment Homes

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Harwell Apartments

Forestwood

3 Springs Apartments

9563 Olde Towne Row

Stoneleigh on Cartwright

10500 Lake June Rd

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Palladium Carver Living

St. Augustine Estate Apartments
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Peachtree Senior Apartments

Summit at Mirasol Apartments

Shawnee Sevilla Apartments

Harper Apartments

Heatherwood

Maderas Apartments

Glenshire Villas Apartments

Casa Linda

Crawford Park

El Rancho Apartments
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Shepherd Lane Apartments

Enclave on Pioneer

Torrington Arcadia

Ambassador Apartments

10500 Lake June Rd

9563 Olde Towne Row

9571 Olde Towne Row

Holly Park

The Elinor on Elam

Timbers at Hickory Tree
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Hilltop Estates, Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hilltop Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $601 | $1,345 |
| Hilltop Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $714 | $1,635 |
| Hilltop Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $819 | $2,197 |
| Hilltop Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,811 | $4,811 | $4,811 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hilltop Estates Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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Cheapest Available Hilltop Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop Estates area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Harper Apartments priced from $781. Harwell Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $806. Here are the most affordable Hilltop Estates apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Harwell Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
| Holbrook Apartment Homes | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Pine Oaks Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Aria Residences | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lockhart Apartment Homes | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | C | 3BR,2BA | $999 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Torrington Arcadia | A2-50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,022 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop Estates, TX
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop Estates area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Artiga Apartment Homes in the in the Scyene neighborhood starting from $1,477. The second greatest value Hilltop Estates apartment is the Two Bedroom C Model at Timbers at Hickory Tree starting at $1,426 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Creek Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artiga Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Timbers at Hickory Tree | Two Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Holbrook Apartment Homes | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Marshall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Elinor on Elam | 1 bedroom,1.5 bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| 3 Springs Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Arroyo Vista Estates | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Forestwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Harwell Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHilltop Estates, Mesquite, TX
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas including Hilltop Estates, Mesquite, and the greater Dallas area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Estates Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hilltop Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Hilltop Estates is Harper Apartments which is listed at $781, while the average apartment in Hilltop Estates costs $9,340.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hilltop Estates?
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 27 regular apartments in Hilltop Estates 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 Hilltop Estates?
Cheap apartments in Hilltop Estates have an average cost of $451 which is $8,889 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hilltop Estates.
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