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Arboretum Estates
411 Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Royal Arms
2811 Custer PkyRichardson, TX 75080
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Cutter's Point Apartment Homes
1111 Abrams RdRichardson, TX 75081
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La Mirada
1433 Regal DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Lockwood Heights
800 Custer RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Breckinridge Point
4250 E Renner RdRichardson, TX 75082
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Encore at Buckingham
535 E Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Clearwater Creek
4000 E Renner RdRichardson, TX 75082
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Foundation at Cityline
601 Renner RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Canterbury Courts
2600 E Renner RdRichardson, TX 75082
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GreenVue
1350 N Greenville AveRichardson, TX 75081
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Marquis at Waterview
800 W Renner RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Spring Pointe
3501 N Jupiter RdRichardson, TX 75082
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Trellis Canyon Creek
2301 N Central ExpyRichardson, TX 75080
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The Collins
540 Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Sonterra at Buckingham
530 Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Brick Row Apartments
744 Brick RowRichardson, TX 75081
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Falls on Clearwood Apartments
613 Clearwood DrRichardson, TX 75081
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Madison at Melrose
1520 Richardson DrRichardson, TX 75080
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The Flats
2625 Empire DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Estates Of Richardson
955 W President George Bush HwyRichardson, TX 75080
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101 N Bowser Rd, Unit 1
101 N Bowser RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Villages At Clear Springs
2600 Clear Springs DrRichardson, TX 75082
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SYNC CityLine
120 W Cityline DrRichardson, TX 75082
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MAA Eastside
1801 N Greenville AveRichardson, TX 75081
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Junction at Galatyn Park
1050 Galatyn PkyRichardson, TX 75082
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The Register
3520 Wilshire WayRichardson, TX 75082
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Axis 110
110 W Cityline DrRichardson, TX 75082
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Trade Winds Apartments
104 S Bowser RdRichardson, TX 75081
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LAKESIDE ON SPRING VALLEY
1000 W Spring Valley RdRichardson, TX 75080
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The Wexler
925 S Waterview DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Shenandoah Apartments
939 Allegheny CtRichardson, TX 75080
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Heather Glen
105 S Bowser RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Eastgate Apartments
101 N Bowser RdRichardson, TX 75081
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High Oaks
113-117 S Bowser RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Huntington Townhomes
910 Spring Valley PlzRichardson, TX 75080
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Prestonwood Apartments Homes
333 Prestonwood DrRichardson, TX 75081
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Central North
340 Custer RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Oaks at Spring Valley
740 W Spring Valley RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Camelot Apartments
1212 Hampshire LnRichardson, TX 75080
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University Village Apartments
188 N Plano RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Windham Chase
1330 W Spring Valley RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Galatyn Station
2301 Performance DrRichardson, TX 75082
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Hillsdale Garden Apartments
800 W Spring Valley RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Camden Buckingham
430 E Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Windsor CityLine
1250 Hunt StRichardson, TX 75082
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The Lofts at Palisades Apartments
2525 Empire DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Evergreen at Richardson
3551 Northstar RdRichardson, TX 75082
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Richland Park Apartments
951 Abrams RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Richardson, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richardson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Richardson Studio Apartments | $1,239 | $730 | $2,155 |
| Cheap Richardson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $602 | $3,780 |
| Cheap Richardson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $643 | $6,234 |
| Cheap Richardson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $1,475 | $6,670 |
| Cheap Richardson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,126 | $2,500 | $9,330 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Richardson, TX
Pricing Updated: 02/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Richardson, 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 Richardson Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Buckingham | $8,736 | $623 | 539 |
Cheapest Available Richardson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Richardson, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Baxter in the East Dallas neighborhood priced from $623. SUMMIT PARQUE, LLC in the East Dallas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $643. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richardson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Baxter | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $623 |
| SUMMIT PARQUE, LLC | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $643 |
| The Everly | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Tides at Royal Lane North | Kona | 1BR,1BA | $684 |
| The Bernard | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $691 |
| Aulden at The Highlands | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| The Beckham | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $713 |
| The Bentley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $713 |
| The Edison - Dallas, TX | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $716 |
| The Marion | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richardson, TX
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richardson area is the $1.13 price per square foot B3 Traditional Model at The Garrison in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Richardson apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath T1 Model at Falls on Clearwood Apartments starting at $1,505 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Abrams Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richardson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Garrison | B3 Traditional | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Falls on Clearwood Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath T1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| The Retreat at Lake Highlands | B2 Classic | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Huntington Townhomes | Hampton | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Amber Dawn Apartments | Radiance I | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Beckham | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Edison - Dallas, TX | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Wyndham on the Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Tides at Royal Lane North | Kona | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Baxter | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Richardson Overview
Convenient to the greater Dallas region of the proud state of Texas, apartments in Richardson make a great place to kick up your boots and hang your hat. Brimming with job market growth and plenty of schooling options for working class families, this winning locale is unsurprisingly popular.
Why live in Richardson, TX?
Home to one of the largest collections of telecommunications industry in the world, as well as a large base of health care service, Richardson has much to offer in terms of gainful employment opportunities. The local university is held in high regard, and its student body helps lend a youthful energy to the city. With the excitement of Dallas just a hop and a jump away, Richardson apartments truly offer smaller town ambiance without sacrificing big city convenience.
Richardson, TXPopulation: 120,981
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richardson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Richardson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Richardson is under $720.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richardson?
The cheapest apartment in Richardson is The Baxter which is listed at $623, while the average apartment in Richardson costs $8,736.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richardson?
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 52 regular apartments in Richardson 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 Richardson?
Cheap apartments in Richardson have an average cost of $143 which is $8,593 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richardson.
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