
Gated Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX Under $1,200 (81 Rentals)


Prestonwood Hills

Marquis at Legacy

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Hunters Glen

Waterford on the Meadow

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Legends at Chase Oaks

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Mission Gate

Brooks on Preston

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Opal Legacy Central

MAA Los Rios
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Greenbriar Apartments

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MAA Highwood

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Wellington at Willow Bend

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Reserve at Pebble Creek

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Jada Legacy Central

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Parmore Plano

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Old Shepard Place

Villas of Mission Bend - Senior Living

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Thornbury at Chase Oaks
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Bel Air Downtown

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The Gio Apartments

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Legacy North

Ranch At Ridgeview

Park on 14th

1201 Park

The Westside

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Promenade Apartments

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Jefferson Grandscape

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Halcyon Castle Hills
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Andalusian Gate

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The Jade at Frisco

MAA Frisco Bridges

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The Pearl on Frankford

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Allure North Dallas

Seven Oaks

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eaves North Dallas

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Stone Ridge

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Benton Pointe
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Marquis at Waterview

Crossings on Marsh Apartments

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4804 Haverwood

Breckinridge Point

Clearwater Creek

The Standard At Cityline

Trails at Creekside

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Thousand Oaks

Berkshire Preserve

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Plano, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plano Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $750 | $2,348 |
| Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $602 | $8,567 |
| Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $716 | $10,000+ |
| Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $1,436 | $10,000+ |
| Plano 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,448 | $2,509 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Plano Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Plano?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Plano is at The Versailles Apartments listed at $737.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Plano Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Plano is $2,307.
What is the largest Gated Plano Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Plano is a 3,239 square feet unit starting from $2,439 at The Monarch HALL Park.
What is the average size for Plano Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Plano is currently at 648 sq ft.
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