
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Estates Neighborhood of Plano, TX from $700 (6 Rentals)
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1201 Park

Bel Air Downtown
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Ferro

Woodlands of Plano
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Southwood Estates, Plano, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwood Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Estates Studio Apartments | $1,359 | $999 | $1,546 |
| Southwood Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $799 | $3,639 |
| Southwood Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $1,199 | $3,125 |
| Southwood Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $1,550 | $4,064 |
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Cheapest Available Southwood Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwood Estates area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at 1201 Park priced from $999. Bel Air Downtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Southwood Estates apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Park | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Bel Air Downtown | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Belleview | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood Estates, TX
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwood Estates area is the $1.66 price per square foot B2 Model at Woodlands of Plano in the in the Plano neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Southwood Estates apartment is the A1 - Sterling Model at Plano Park Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Plano neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwood Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands of Plano | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Plano Park Townhomes | A1 - Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Morada Plano | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| MAGNOLIA ON 16TH | 2 bedroom, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 1201 Park | B1RS | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Touraine Plano | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Centric One90 | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Belleview | 2 Bdrm, 1 bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Bel Air Downtown | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Link at Plano | Eff1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwood Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwood Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwood Estates is at Bel Air Downtown listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Estates Apartment is $999 at 1201 Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwood Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwood Estates is starting from $1,200 at Woodlands of Plano.
What is the most affordable Southwood Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwood Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodlands of Plano and starts from $1,450.
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