
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East McAllen Neighborhood of Pharr, TX from $300 (49 Rentals)
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6 Cisne St

Sunset Terrace Senior Village

Palm Garden Apartments

Sam Houston Apartments

Valley View Apartments

1320 Del Oro Lane

Parkview Terrace Apartments

Las Canteras Apartments
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La Palmilla

La Stella Independent Senior Living

Avanti Legacy Emerald Point Apartments

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Avanti Legacy Violet Parc

Avanti Legacy Valor Heights

Avanti Valley View

Avanti at Emerald Point Apartments

Ka'Anali Apartments

1119 S Tower Rd
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Brentwood Apartments

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McAllen Apartments

Jackson Square

650 N 7th St

The Luke Apartments

Rincon Apartments

16 West Dr

12 Oasis Dr

Stonewood
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22 Villa Linda Ave

Avanti East Apartments

Redbud Place Apartments

Mosaic Lofts

3512 N 6th St

501 Jasmine Villas

Jorsay Apartments

Summit Courtyard Apartments

Palm Manor Apartments
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Sun Meadow Apartments

Hibiscus

Legacy 2

612-620 E Hibiscus Ave

Legacy 2

Paradise Village Apartments

Tamarack Apartments

Alamo Village Apartments
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Legacy 3

Legacy 1

Castelo Apartments
East McAllen, Pharr, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East McAllen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East McAllen Studio Apartments | $758 | $699 | $990 |
| East McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $356 | $1,490 |
| East McAllen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $432 | $2,632 |
| East McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $504 | $2,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East McAllen Neighborhood of Pharr, TX.
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Cheapest Available East McAllen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East McAllen area of McAllen, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at La Palmilla priced from $356. La Stella Independent Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $380. Here are the most affordable East McAllen apartments for rent in McAllen, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $356 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $380 |
| Ka'Anali Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $599 |
| Sunset Terrace Senior Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Brentwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Jackson Square | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| McAllen Apartments | Executive Suite | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| The Luke Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Rincon Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Redbud Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East McAllen, TX
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the East McAllen area is the $0.83 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at St. Antimo Apartments in the in the East McAllen neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value East McAllen apartment is the 2605 E Hackberry Ave Model at 2605 E Hackberry Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,150 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the East McAllen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East McAllen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Antimo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 2605 E Hackberry Ave, Unit 3 | 2605 E Hackberry Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| 800 W Bronze Dr, Unit 2 | 800 W Bronze Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| 2301 N Dahlia St, Unit 3 | 2301 N Dahlia St | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| 1107 S Palm, Unit 2 | 1107 S Palm | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Summit Apartments | A | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Ka'Anali Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $0.58 |
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Best Local Schools in East Mcallen, Pharr, TX
Marcia R. Garza Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East McAllen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East McAllen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East McAllen is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East McAllen?
The cheapest apartment in East McAllen is La Palmilla which is listed at $356, while the average apartment in East McAllen costs $1,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East McAllen?
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 77 regular apartments in East McAllen 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 East McAllen?
Cheap apartments in East McAllen have an average cost of $233 which is $1,017 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East McAllen.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.