Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Fe Estates Neighborhood of Plano, TX from $600 (45 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Santa Fe Estates area of Plano.

close
View Me
Patriot Park
$929 - $1,861
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$929 - $1,861
Total Monthly Price
$929 - $1,861
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Patriot Park

701 13th/14th Street ConnectorPlano, TX 75074
Affordability
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Low Income

Dallas's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Dallas and the best places to live with original content written by our Dallas, TX Local Expert Tiffany Clark

Read Article

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

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article
close
View Me
The Emory
$1,639 - $4,087
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,639 - $4,087
Total Monthly Price
$1,639 - $4,087
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Emory

1345 14th StPlano, TX 75074
Eco-Friendly
  • Verified
  • 3D Tour
  • Smoke Free

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
property at 1006 Municipal Ave

$1,650

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,650
Total Monthly Price
$1,650

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1006 Municipal Ave

PlanoTX75074
close
View Me
Belleview
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belleview

1403-1407 15th PlPlano, TX 75074
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
K Avenue Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

K Avenue Lofts

2505 K AvePlano, TX 75074
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
MAGNOLIA ON 16TH
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

MAGNOLIA ON 16TH

1201 E 16th StPlano, TX 75074
property at 2400 Jupiter Rd

$1,200 - $1,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2400 Jupiter Rd

PlanoTX75074

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
close
View Me
Evana Grove
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Evana Grove

3500 Hillridge DrPlano, TX 75074
close
View Me
Chisholm Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chisholm Place

1001 W Park BlvdPlano, TX 75075
Corporate Housing
close
View Me
Ferro
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ferro

1005 11th StPlano, TX 75074
close
View Me
Texas Star Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Texas Star Townhomes

1504 E 15th StPlano, TX 75074
  • Utilities Included

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-45, Page 1 of 1

Santa Fe Estates, Plano, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Fe Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Fe Estates area of Dallas, TX is a Studio unit found at Patriot Park priced from $929. The Gio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Santa Fe Estates apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot ParkE-1Studio,1BA$929
The Gio ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$975
Belleview1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Villas at Chase OaksA1C1BR,1BA$1,012
Opal Legacy CentralS1 ESSENTIAL LIVINGStudio,1BA$1,034
Bel Air on 16thA21BR,1BA$1,050
Bel Air DowntownA21BR,1BA$1,099
Jada Legacy Central ApartmentsS1 ESSENTIAL LIVINGStudio,1BA$1,107
Collin Creek1 Bed, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1,168
Woodlands of PlanoB32BR,2BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Fe Estates, TX

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Fe Estates area is the $1.30 price per square foot Legacy Model at Chisholm Place in the in the Plano neighborhood starting from $1,841. The second greatest value Santa Fe Estates apartment is the 3 Bed, 2 Bath (80% Income Restricted) Model at Collin Creek starting at $1,876 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Plano neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Fe Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chisholm PlaceLegacy2BR,2BA$1.30
Collin Creek3 Bed, 2 Bath (80% Income Restricted)3BR,2BA$1.58
Park Springs TownhomesEX2BR,2BA$1.61
Windsor Place Townhomes2D2BR,2BA$1.57
Highpoint Townhomes2TA-U2BR,2BA$1.53
Woodlands of PlanoB22BR,2BA$1.66
Plano Park TownhomesA1 - Sterling1BR,1BA$1.62
Touraine Plano1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.77
The Gio ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.57
Patriot ParkE-1Studio ,1BA$1.58

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Best Local Schools in
Santa Fe Estates, Plano, TX

School data provided by Great Schools

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Fe Estates Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Santa Fe Estates?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Fe Estates is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Fe Estates?

The cheapest apartment in Santa Fe Estates is The Gio Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Santa Fe Estates costs $10,385.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Fe Estates?

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 35 regular apartments in Santa Fe Estates 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 Santa Fe Estates?

Cheap apartments in Santa Fe Estates have an average cost of $309 which is $10,076 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Fe Estates.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for The Real Cost of Living in Dallas: Straight Talk From Your Local Expert article

The Real Cost of Living in Dallas: Straight Talk From Your Local Expert

Written by: Tiffany Clark

Getting a job offer to move to an exciting city like Dallas is a big deal. Who wouldn't be excited about that, right.

decorative image for Beyond Big D: The Ultimate Renter's Guide to 5 Key Cities in the DFW Area article

Beyond Big D: The Ultimate Renter's Guide to 5 Key Cities in the DFW Area

Written by: Tiffany Clark

Living in a huge metropolitan city like Dallas is amazing. You never run out of things to do, and opportunities abound.

decorative image for The 4-Step Checklist for Moving to Dallas: A Local Expert's Guide to Utilities, Licenses, and Housing article

The 4-Step Checklist for Moving to Dallas: A Local Expert's Guide to Utilities, Licenses, and Housing

Written by: Tiffany Clark

The idea of moving somewhere new sounds fun and exciting. At first. Then you start thinking about all that's involved with it. Finding a place to live. Setting up utilities. Getting the kids in school. And who has the best wi-fi?

decorative image for An Insider's Playbook: How to Live in Dallas Like You've Been Here for Years article

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

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

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.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

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.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.