
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX from $500 (115 Rentals)
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Legacy Village Apartment Homes

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The Point At Deerfield Apartments

The Fairway

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Colonnade at Willow Bend

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Legacy North

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Custer Park

Reserve at Pebble Creek

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Bellevue at Spring Creek

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Avalon at Chase Oaks
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The Grand at Legacy West

Ranch At Ridgeview

Waterford on the Meadow

Prestonwood Hills

McDermott Place

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The Beacon

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Centric One90

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Dorian and Encore

Windhaven Park

Carrington Park
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Estancia At Ridgeview Ranch

Creekside at Legacy

Legacy

The Link at Plano

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Bell Gateway Village

Junction 15

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Villas Of Preston Creek

Axis 3700

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Cortland North Plano

The Annabel at Assembly Park
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Lakeshore at Preston

The Calvin

The Bridge at Heritage Creekside

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The Ludlow

Windsor Place Townhomes

Somerset at Spring Creek

Alta Vista Apartments

Evana Grove

Touraine Plano

Cortland Arbor Hills
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Park Springs Townhomes

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The Versailles Apartments

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The Edge Apartments

Villas on Rosemeade East

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The Vincent

City Limits Apartments

Eagle Creek Apartments

Timbers Apartment Homes

Vail Quarters

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Palencia
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plano Studio Apartments | $1,312 | $750 | $2,332 |
| Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $602 | $7,933 |
| Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $716 | $10,000+ |
| Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,415 | $10,000+ |
| Plano 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,505 | $2,612 | $10,000+ |
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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 $815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plano?
The cheapest apartment in Plano is The Versailles Apartments which is listed at $704, while the average apartment in Plano costs $7,867.
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 56 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 $168 which is $7,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plano.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX
Written by: Tiffany Clark
Dallas is a vibrant, dynamic city that offers no shortage of opportunities and a high quality of living for young professionals, families, and retirees.

Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX
Written by: Tiffany Clark
According to the Dallas Regional Chamber, the DFW Metroplex is home to more than 70 accredited colleges and universities.

The Ultimate DFW Commuters Guide: Apartments Near Major Dallas Employers
Written by: Tiffany Clark
Since 1990, I've lived my best life, built a rewarding career, and raised my family in the Dallas, Texas area.

An Insider's Playbook: How to Live in Dallas Like You've Been Here for Years
Written by: Tiffany Clark
My ancestors on both sides were some of the earliest Texas settlers, and I have that big Texas pride that we Texans are famous for. While I've lived in other places, Texas always has been and always will be home.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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.