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12500 Merit Dr, Dallas, TX 75251
(833) 539-1957
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La Costa Villas

12500 Merit Dr
Dallas, TX 75251
(833) 539-1957
La Costa Villas in Dallas, TX - Building Photo
  • 1–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,199–$2,611Rent Pricing
  • 658–1,300Square Feet

Rent Specials

End of Summer Special- Up to 6 Weeks Free! Contact us for more information! *Restrictions may apply.

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About La Costa Villas

Featuring an attractive variety of well-designed townhomes and excellent apartment homes, La Costa Villas is a sterling community by any reasonable standard. With large, open floorplans, generously sized patios, and a variety of flooring, cabinetry, appliances, and lighting options, our residents experience little-to-no trouble in making a home for themselves in La Costa Villas.

La Costa Villas is located in the North Dallas Neighborhood and 75251 Zip code of Dallas, TX. This community is professionally managed by Avenue5 Residential

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • Bilt Rewards
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Extra Storage
  • Nest thermostat
  • Nine-foot Ceilings
  • Package Lockers
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Paved Jogging Path and Nearby Hiking Trail
  • Pet spa
  • Pickleball Court
  • Track lighting
  • Wood-Style Flooring

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

La Costa Villas offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,199 and having 658–1,300 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $1,199

    Floorplan A1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 658 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,445Available Now5204658
    $1,199 September 7, 20251203658

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,199 - $1,652

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,199 - $1,652

    Unit 5204 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,445

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,199 - $1,652

    Unit 1203 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,199

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,199 - $1,652

    From $1,513

    Floorplan A3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 723 sq ftAvailable Sep 16

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,538 September 16, 20251206723
    $1,513 September 16, 20254205723

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,250 - $1,737

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,513 - $1,737

    Unit 1206 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,538

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,250 - $1,737

    Unit 4205 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,513

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,250 - $1,737

    From $1,413

    Townhome 1

    1 Bed, 1.5 Baths, 860 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Oct 2

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,413 October 2, 20256310860

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 6310 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,413

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,413 - $1,664

    Floorplan A2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 660 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableA2660 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
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  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $1,550

    Floorplan B1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 942 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,560Available Now1101942
    $1,550Available Now4202942
    $1,550Available Now2115942

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,550 - $1,785

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,550 - $1,785

    Unit 1101 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,560

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,550 - $1,785

    Unit 4202 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,550

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,550 - $1,785

    Unit 2115 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,550

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,550 - $1,785

    From $1,846

    Townhome 2

    2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1208 sq ftAvailable Aug 25

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,899 August 25, 202553051208
    $1,850 September 16, 202563131208
    $1,977 September 21, 202513031208

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,850 - $2,319

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,850 - $2,328

    Unit 5305 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,899

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,850 - $2,319

    Unit 6313 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,850

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,850 - $2,319

    Unit 1303 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,977

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,850 - $2,319
  • 3 Bedrooms

    From $1,964

    Townhome 3

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1300 sq ftAvailable Sep 22

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,964 September 22, 202513151300
    $1,964 September 24, 202533011300
    $1,989 October 8, 202533161300

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,964 - $2,325

    Rent Pricing

    • $1,964 - $2,325

    Unit 1315 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,964

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,964 - $2,325

    Unit 3301 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,964

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,964 - $2,325

    Unit 3316 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • From $1,989

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,964 - $2,325
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Income Restrictions At La Costa Villas

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

# PersonsAnnual Income
1$93,850
2$93,850
3$93,850
4$93,850
income restriction

To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

Lease Terms

  • 10 - 14 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Administrative Fee$175
Application Fee Per Applicant$85

Parking Info and Fees

Garage Parking
Covered

Features and Amenities

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Gated
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Pickleball Court
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Fireplace
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops
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12500 Merit Dr, Dallas, TX 75251

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about La Costa Villas

Where is La Costa Villas located?

La Costa Villas is located at 12500 Merit Dr near the North Dallas area of Dallas, TX

What is the current rent range at La Costa Villas?

1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at La Costa Villas currently range from $1,199 to $2,611

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for La Costa Villas are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at La Costa Villas is: End of Summer Special- Up to 6 Weeks Free! Contact us for more information! *Restrictions may apply..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The La Costa Villas Apartments are 52.73% cheaper than the average apartment in the North Dallas area, and 32.83% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the North Dallas Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,199$1,884-$685-36.4%
    2 Bedroom$1,550$3,057-$1,507-49.3%
    3 Bedroom$1,964$7,134-$5,170-72.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Dallas

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,199$1,676-$477-28.5%
    2 Bedroom$1,550$2,256-$706-31.3%
    3 Bedroom$1,964$3,206-$1,242-38.7%

    Methodology: On 08/19/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 268 other apartment communities in the immediate area around La Costa Villas (North Dallas), and 6934 other apartment communities in Dallas using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 08/19/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.4
45 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Do not move here

    May 10, 2025
    Signing a lease here was a bad decision. The leasing office takes no accountability for the horrible parking conditions. We have been living here for 6 months now and just found out PARKING IS NOT GUARANTEED. You may not have a parking spot in the place you call home. Don’t get me started on the bug infestation. Hidden fees every month. Avoid at all costs, although seems like most people are staying away with all the available units here. There will probably be new management in the next few ...
    months again. We are counting down the days til the lease is over.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Things always changing but never for the good

    November 1, 2024
    This place looks ok. Close to the highway but that's all you've got. The parking spaces are small, dog poop everywhere even next to the trash stations designed to pick up dog poop. The walls are thin you an hear everything. The staff is nice but the living situation is trying.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    October 16, 2024
    I really appreciate all provided help and explanation from the administration, move-in was as easy as possible and fast. There are small stuff to fix in the apartment when we moved in but nothing critical. Overall experience is great. I would recommend moving in here for sure.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    September 27, 2024
    I love where I live. I have no complaints. Everyone here is great.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    September 23, 2024
    it is one of the good apartment I live here in Texas for my experience Very quiet and good safe place to live
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    August 22, 2024
    Maintenance service people is always good, courteous and really fast.
    • Property Manager Responded

      September 7, 2024
      We love our maintenance team also! Thank you for the positive feedback!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    May 27, 2024
    I have moved in and out of Dallas for the last few years. When moving back to Dallas I have always checked in with La Costa Villas first and been very satisfied with the apartment that was available and its location. I would recommend La Costa Villas to anyone looking for an apartment in Dallas.
    • Property Manager Responded

      May 31, 2024
      We love reviews like this and are so glad to have a loyal client! Thank you for the referral.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    May 3, 2024
    Decent and mostly quiet apartment unit with great staff and maintenance in a good location, but the rent is a bit disproportionate to reality.
    • Property Manager Responded

      May 17, 2024
      Thank you for your feedback and 4 star review. We appreciate your time.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    March 13, 2024
    I have live in several complexes in the DFW area and La Costa Villas has been the best of all. Management is very responsive to any requests or issues I may have had. Maintenance is truly top notch. Any maintenance requests I have had has been handled promptly and to my complete satisfaction. I highly recommend La Costa Villas for anyone searching for their next apartment home.
    • Property Manager Responded

      March 14, 2024
      We LOVE reviews like this. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how your experience has been living here.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    February 26, 2024
    Our experience here has been mostly good. We love our apartment location close to the leasing office, and the updated apartment amenities. It's quiet and there is always parking which is so nice. Our experience with pet rent has been incredibly difficult and annoying despite doing everything right, but otherwise we'd recommend this location to simple folks looking for an easy place to live.
    • Property Manager Responded

      February 29, 2024
      Thank you for your honest review and feedback. We are so glad to hear you love your apartment and have had a good experience with the amenities and parking. We would love to discuss the pet rent issue you mentioned. Please reach out to LaCostaVillasMGR@Greystar.com to connect with the Manager. Thank you,
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    August 18, 2023
    I have found La Costa Villas a great place to live. The buildings and grounds are very well maintained. The office personnel and maintenance crew are the best. Everything is taken care of expeditiously. This is my third time to lease here and it’s always the same great experience.
    • Property Manager Responded

      August 22, 2023
      We thrive on reviews like this. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We hope we can continue to make things greaat for you!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    July 21, 2023
    Have been living here over 2 years now and love where I live. This is a good location to my work and family. The people here are very friendly and it is quiet too. Would and have recommended this property to friends.
    • Property Manager Responded

      July 24, 2023
      Thank you for such a wonderful review! We can't wait to see you again, have a great day.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Westwood Math Science Leadership M

Richardson Independent
7630 Arapaho Road
Public School - Grades 7-8 (651 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.0 miles away
6/10

Richardson High School

Richardson Independent
1250 West Belt Line Road
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2773 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
7/10

Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet

Richardson Independent
8301 Towns Street
Public School - Grades PK-6 (675 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from La Costa Villas.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

521 E Lawther Dr
13 minute drive / 6.34 miles away
2500 Victory Ave
20 minute drive / 9.36 miles away
909 1st St
20 minute drive / 9.61 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Costco
12160 Coit Rd
1 minute drive / 0.09 miles away
Autozone
8180 W Spring Valley Rd
4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away
Kroger
9140 Forest Ln
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Colleges and Universities

12800 Abrams Road
5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away
8080 Park Lane, Suite 100
7 minute drive / 3.39 miles away
3939 Valley View Lane
9 minute drive / 4.63 miles away

Groceries

Kroger
9140 Forest Ln
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away
Trader Joe's
7939 Walnut Hill Ln
5 minute drive / 2.73 miles away
Tom Thumb
8698 Skillman St
7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away

Hospitals

Green Oaks Hospital
7808 Clodus Fields Drive
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away
Medical City Dallas Hospital
7777 Forest Lane
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
8200 Walnut Hill Lane
5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away

Parks and Recreation

2401 East Airport Freeway
21 minute drive / 10.24 miles away

La Costa Villas has 1 park within 10.2 miles, including Texas Stadium.

Restaurants and Dining

5251 Spring Valley Rd
6 minute drive / 3.16 miles away
225 Northpark center
7 minute drive / 3.7 miles away
17840 Dallas Parkway
13 minute drive / 6.09 miles away

Shopping Centers

12205 Coit Rd
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away
7718-7752 Forest Ln
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away
11617 N Central Expy
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

La Costa Villas has 5 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.

Transit Stations

8270 Forest Ln
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away
8270 Forest Ln
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away
101 E Spring Valley Rd
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Dallas Studio Apartments $1,517$556$7,687
Dallas 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,676$426$10,000+
Dallas 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,256$579$10,000+
Dallas 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,206$819$10,000+
Dallas 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,352$1,015$10,000+
Dallas 5 Bedroom Apartments $8,958$4,010$10,000+

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