Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arapacho Neighborhood of Richardson, TX from $700 (65 Rentals)

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property at 2117 Flat Creek Dr

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2117 Flat Creek Dr

RichardsonTX75080

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Madison at Melrose
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$1,298 - $2,508
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Madison at Melrose

1520 Richardson DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Central North
2 Bedroom Apartments

Central North

340 Custer RdRichardson, TX 75080
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411 E Polk St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

411 E Polk St

411 E Polk StRichardson, TX 75081

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The Wexler
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Wexler

925 S Waterview DrRichardson, TX 75080
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Camden Buckingham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Buckingham

430 E Buckingham RdRichardson, TX 75081
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Windham Chase
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windham Chase

1330 W Spring Valley RdRichardson, TX 75080
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Valley Estates
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Estates

929 Saint Paul DrRichardson, TX 75080

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property at 889 Dublin Dr

$1,895

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889 Dublin Dr

RichardsonTX75080
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The Jasmine Apartments
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$789 - $2,590
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The Jasmine Apartments

13450 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240
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Esperanza Apartments
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$1,134 - $1,965
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Esperanza Apartments

14000 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240
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Vinings at Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vinings at Central

13447 N Central ExpyDallas, TX 75243
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Helios
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Helios

13652 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240
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Cottonwood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood

13323 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240
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Lumina
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lumina

13512 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240

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Cheapest Available Arapacho Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arapacho area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowcrest Apartments priced from $740. The Jasmine Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable Arapacho apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowcrest ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$740
The Jasmine ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$789
HeliosE1Studio,1BA$804
LuminaA11BR,1BA$849
CottonwoodA21BR,1BA$869
Lexington Apartment HomesA31BR,1BA$880
La Fortuna ApartmentsA1Studio,1BA$884
Northwood Heights ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$896
Prestonwood Hillcrest ApartmentsAspen - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arapacho, TX

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arapacho area is the $0.47 price per square foot 1200 Plaza Way Model at 1200 Plaza Way, Unit 1200 Plaza in the in the Richardson neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Arapacho apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath T2 Model at Falls on Clearwood Apartments starting at $1,875 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Richardson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arapacho apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1200 Plaza Way, Unit 1200 Plaza1200 Plaza Way1BR,1.5BA$0.47
Falls on Clearwood Apartments2 Bed 2.5 Bath T22BR,2.5BA$1.36
Lockwood HeightsC13BR,2BA$1.23
Huntington TownhomesHartford3BR,1.5BA$1.17
Spring CreekLantana2BR,2BA$1.42
La MiradaB1R2BR,2BA$1.32
Amber Dawn ApartmentsRadiance I2BR,2BA$1.21
CottonwoodB22BR,2BA$1.31
Lexington Apartment HomesA91BR,1BA$1.36
LAKESIDE ON SPRING VALLEYA1 702sf 1/11BR,1BA$1.42

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Arapacho, Richardson, TX

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Richardson. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arapacho Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arapacho?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arapacho is at The Jasmine Apartments listed at $789.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arapacho Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arapacho Apartment is $740 at Meadowcrest Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arapacho Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arapacho is starting from $1,095 at 411 E Polk St.

What is the most affordable Arapacho Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arapacho Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Huntington Townhomes and starts from $1,527.

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