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Plano, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plano, TX

Pricing Updated: 11/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Plano, 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 Plano Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Plano$9,219$602388

Cheapest Available Plano Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plano, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Tides on Timberglen in the The Shops at Prestonwood neighborhood priced from $659. Eagle Creek Apartments in the Platinum Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tides on TimberglenA11BR,1BA$659
Eagle Creek ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$705
City Limits ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$715
Junction at 7760A81BR,1BA$735
Vail Village ApartmentsE3Studio,1BA$740
The Park on PrestonA 11BR,1BA$777
Keystone Falls Apartment HomesGuadalupe1BR,1BA$780
The Versailles ApartmentsBrooke1BR,1BA$781
Wray North DallasA11BR,1BA$789
The Landing at McCallumA11BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX

As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plano area is the $1.35 price per square foot Ridgeview Villas - Pecos Model at Ridgeview Villas in the in the Twin Creeks neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Plano apartment is the Dallas Model at Shiloh Park starting at $2,384 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Royal Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plano apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ridgeview VillasRidgeview Villas - Pecos3BR,2.5BA$1.35
Shiloh ParkDallas3BR,2.5BA$1.31
Hunters GlenB31BR,1BA$1.35
Windsor Place Townhomes2A2BR,2BA$1.27
Allure North Dallas1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.29
Essence North Dallas1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.32
Tides on TimberglenB12BR,1BA$1.16
Foundation at CitylineA11BR,1BA$1.38
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.29
The LeightonA11BR,1BA$1.36

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Plano Overview

Located a mere twenty or so miles northeast of the booming city of Dallas, the hotspot of Plano is quickly on the rise. From down-home neighborly charm to a budding economic base, this Texas destination has become a fast favorite with both young professionals and growing families alike.

Why live in Plano, TX?

With ease of access to the job market boom of Dallas, Plano rentals seamlessly match comfort with convenience. Families will undoubtedly love the nearby school systems, and the downtown square is flush with eateries and shopping. For a growing Texas hotspot boasting flair and opportunity, Plano rentals hit all of the marks with flying colors.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Plano, TX

Ranked #6

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Plano, TX

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Plano Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Plano?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plano is under $795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plano?

The cheapest apartment in Plano is Tides on Timberglen which is listed at $659, while the average apartment in Plano costs $9,219.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plano?

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 28 regular apartments in Plano 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 Plano?

Cheap apartments in Plano have an average cost of $126 which is $9,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plano.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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