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Gala at Premier
2425 Premier DrPlano, TX 75075
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Plano Neighborhood of Plano, TX from $500 (12 Rentals)
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Patriot Park
701 13th/14th Street ConnectorPlano, TX 75074
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1201 E Park Blvd
1201 E Park BlvdPlano, TX 75074
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Collin Creek
2301 Pebble Vale DrPlano, TX 75075
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Plano Park Townhomes
2253 Ashley Park DrPlano, TX 75074
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Bel Air on 16th
651 W 16th StPlano, TX 75075
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Bel Air Downtown
1410 K AvePlano, TX 75074
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1201 E Park Blvd
1201 E Park BlvdPlano, TX 75074
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Villas Del Sol Phase Two
1809 G AvePlano, TX 75074
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Belleview
1403-1407 15th PlPlano, TX 75074
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K Avenue Lofts
2505 K AvePlano, TX 75074
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MAGNOLIA ON 16TH
1201 E 16th StPlano, TX 75074
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Downtown Plano, Plano, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Plano?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Plano Studio Apartments | $1,266 | $518 | $1,642 |
| Downtown Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $548 | $2,923 |
| Downtown Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $644 | $3,833 |
| Downtown Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $734 | $3,893 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Plano Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Plano area of Plano, TX is a Studio unit found at Collin Creek priced from $941. Patriot Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $988. Here are the most affordable Downtown Plano apartments for rent in Plano, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collin Creek | Studio, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $941 |
| Patriot Park | A-2 | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| Bel Air Downtown | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Bel Air on 16th | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Belleview | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Plano, TX
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Plano area is the $1.39 price per square foot Whitestone Model at Chisholm Place in the in the Plano Transit Village neighborhood starting from $1,605. The second greatest value Downtown Plano apartment is the A1 Model at Bel Air Oaks starting at $1,330 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Plano Transit Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Plano apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chisholm Place | Whitestone | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Bel Air Oaks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Collin Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Junction 15 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Windsor CityLine | A41 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Bel Air on 16th | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Belleview | 2 Bdrm, 1 bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Park on 14th | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Bel Air Downtown | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| Patriot Park | E-1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Plano Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Plano?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Plano is under $1,272.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Plano?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Plano is Patriot Park which is listed at $988, while the average apartment in Downtown Plano costs $7,501.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 59 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Plano?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Plano have an average cost of $152 which is $7,349 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Plano.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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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.