
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Richardson Neighborhood of Richardson, TX from $700 (40 Rentals)
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131 N Cottonwood Dr

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835 Dublin Dr

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14140 Haymeadow Dr, Unit 111

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Z - The Citizen

8545 Midpark Rd

14003 Brookgreen Dr
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Southwest Richardson, Richardson, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Richardson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Richardson Studio Apartments | $824 | $799 | $866 |
| Southwest Richardson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $790 | $1,589 |
| Southwest Richardson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $1,094 | $2,120 |
| Southwest Richardson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,012 | $1,500 | $4,189 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Richardson Neighborhood of Richardson, TX.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Richardson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Richardson area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Jasmine Apartments priced from $790. Lumina has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Southwest Richardson apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jasmine Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Lumina | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Helios | E1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Hunters Court | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Amber Dawn Apartments | Aurora II | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Northwood Hills Apartments | Californian | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| LAKESIDE ON SPRING VALLEY | A2 704sf 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Watersong Villas Apartments | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Prestonwood Apartments Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,058 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Richardson, TX
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Richardson 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 Southwest Richardson apartment is the C2THR Model at La Mirada starting at $2,035 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Richardson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Richardson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 Plaza Way, Unit 1200 Plaza | 1200 Plaza Way | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.47 |
| La Mirada | C2THR | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Falls on Clearwood Apartments | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath T2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Huntington Townhomes | Hartford | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Prestonwood Apartments Homes | B3 Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Windham Chase | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - B1U | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| LAKESIDE ON SPRING VALLEY | A1 702sf 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Amber Dawn Apartments | Aurora II | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Tuscany at Goldmark Senior Living - 62+ Only | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Hunters Court | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Richardson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Richardson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Richardson is under $1,058.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Richardson?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Richardson is The Jasmine Apartments which is listed at $790, while the average apartment in Southwest Richardson costs $1,304.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 24 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Richardson?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Richardson have an average cost of $388 which is $916 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Richardson.
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