Cheap Homes for Rent in the East McAllen Neighborhood of Pharr, TX from $500 (50 Rentals)

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property at 1303 W Kiwi

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1303 W Kiwi

PharrTX78577

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property at 1202 W Kiwi Ave

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1202 W Kiwi Ave, Unit A

1202 W Kiwi Ave
PharrTX78577
property at 1304 W Fig Ave

$900

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$900

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$900

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1304 W Fig Ave

PharrTX78577

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property at 2201 S Jackson Rd

$1,045

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$1,045

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$1,045

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2201 S Jackson Rd, Unit 31M

2201 S Jackson Rd
PharrTX78577
property at 1209 W Kiwi Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1209 W Kiwi Ave

PharrTX78577

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property at 901 E Yuma Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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901 E Yuma Ave, Unit 101

901 E Yuma Ave
McAllenTX78503
property at 512 S 9th St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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512 S 9th St, Unit A

512 S 9th St
McAllenTX78501
property at 1304 E Daffodil Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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1304 E Daffodil Ave, Unit D

1304 E Daffodil Ave
McAllenTX78501
property at 9 West Dr

$1,100 - $1,275

3 Bedroom Rentals

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9 West Dr

PharrTX78577

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East McAllen, Pharr, TX Local Guide

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 Stella Independent Senior Living priced from $380. La Palmilla has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $383. Here are the most affordable East McAllen apartments for rent in McAllen, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA31BR,2BA$380
La Palmilla1BD1BR,1BA$383
Avanti at Emerald Point ApartmentsC5-30%3BR,2BA$554
Ka'Anali Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$599
Jackson Place Apartment HomesB12BR,2BA$625
El Jardin Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$650
StonewoodModel I1BR,1BA$745
Brentwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$745
The District Apartments & SPAG2051BR,2BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East McAllen, TX

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East McAllen area is the $0.66 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Cherokee in the in the East McAllen neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value East McAllen apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at St. Antimo Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $0.83 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cherokee2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$0.66
St. Antimo ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
1503 West Fig Avenue, Unit Apt 31503 West Fig Avenue2BR,2.5BA$0.83
1204 West Kiwi, Unit apt B1204 West Kiwi2BR,2.5BA$0.83
Jackson Place Apartment HomesC13BR,2BA$0.84
800 W Bronze Dr, Unit 2800 W Bronze Dr2BR,2BA$0.70
1107 S Palm, Unit 21107 S Palm2BR,2BA$0.80
2301 N Dahlia St, Unit 32301 N Dahlia St2BR,2BA$0.84
La Palmilla1BD1BR,1BA$0.54
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA31BR,2BA$0.58

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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East Mcallen, Pharr, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions about East McAllen

What type of rentals are currently available in East McAllen?

There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in East McAllen, TX with pricing that ranges from $380 to $2,800. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East McAllen ranging from $500 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East McAllen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East McAllen ranges from $500 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,619.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East McAllen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East McAllen range from $539 to $1,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.