Cheap Homes for Rent in Princeton, TX from $700 (112 Rentals)

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property at 252 Br Vlg Wy

$1,345

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$1,285
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$60

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$1,345

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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252 Br Vlg Wy

PrincetonTX75407
property at 512 E Hazelwood St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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512 E Hazelwood St

PrincetonTX75407
property at 512 E Hazelwood St

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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512 E Hazelwood St

PrincetonTX75407
property at 117 Br Vlg Wy

$1,399

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$1,339
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$60

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$1,399

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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117 Br Vlg Wy

PrincetonTX75407

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property at 317 Br Vlg Wy

$1,525

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$1,465
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$60

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$1,525

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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317 Br Vlg Wy

PrincetonTX75407

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property at 5942 Wedgemere Dr

$1,610

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$1,580
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$30

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$1,610

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5942 Wedgemere Dr

PrincetonTX75407
property at 806 Ginkgo Wy

$1,629

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$1,572
Required Monthly Fees
$57

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$1,629

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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806 Ginkgo Wy

PrincetonTX75407

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property at 6561 Alfalfa St

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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6561 Alfalfa St

PrincetonTX75407

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Princeton, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Princeton, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Princeton, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Princeton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Forest Grove$2,742$700222

Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Provision at Melissa in the Villages of Melissa neighborhood priced from $554. The Starling in the Rowlett Wylie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Provision at MelissaA1-301BR,1BA$554
The StarlingA1P1BR,1BA$990
Brixton McKinney ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,041
Davis at the SquareE1Studio,1BA$1,070
1701 at EldoradoA11BR,1BA$1,077
The Gables of McKinney1A1BR,1BA$1,081
Buffalo Run2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,090
El Lago1 Bed 1 Bath 739 SqFt (659 Net)1BR,1BA$1,093
OaklynA11BR,1BA$1,102
Whitewing Flats1A1BR,1BA$1,122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, TX

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.58 price per square foot C2 Model at Townhomes at Sam Rayburn in the in the Villages of Melissa neighborhood starting from $2,622. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the TH1 Model at Townhomes at Princeton Meadows starting at $1,850 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Forest Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Sam RayburnC23BR,2.5BA$1.58
Townhomes at Princeton MeadowsTH13BR,2.5BA$1.13
Oxenfree PrincetonElevate 3 x 23BR,2BA$1.55
Grand TexanB32BR,2BA$1.63
Whitewing Flats2A2BR,2BA$1.26
Tuscany at Wilson CreekTC 2X22BR,2BA$1.55
Buffalo Ranch ApartmentsB-12BR,1BA$1.39
Buffalo Run2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.36
Kinwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
Brixton McKinney ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Princeton

What type of rentals are currently available in Princeton?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Princeton, TX with pricing that ranges from $554 to $7,697. There are also 409 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Princeton ranging from $700 to $4,563.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Princeton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Princeton ranges from $700 to $4,563 with an average monthly rent of $2,040.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Princeton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Princeton range from $753 to $7,697, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,099.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.

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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.

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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.