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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Denton, TX

Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Denton, 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 Denton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Uptown Denton$895$8505
Rayzor Ranch$2,800$70030
Downtown Denton$2,900$700155

Cheapest Available Denton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Denton, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Hudson at Pecan Creek in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood priced from $505. Denton North 1 in the University Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Denton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hudson at Pecan CreekA11BR,1BA$505
Denton North 1Italy1BR,1BA$715
Forum Denton4x44BR,4BA$759
Park Place Denton4x4 Premium4BR,4BA$799
The Vine RG LLCEfficiency1BR,1BA$800
Manchester House ApartmentsStudio 2Studio,1BA$850
Fry Street Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Prairie Hollow ApartmentsLoft1BR,1BA$860
Concrete Jungle Properties-DENTONEdge1BR,1BA$895
Pecan Grove ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Denton, TX

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Denton area is the $1.15 price per square foot Wranlger Model at 412-414 Mockingbird Ln in the in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Denton apartment is the 3x3 Modern Model at Forum Denton starting at $845 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Wheeler Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Denton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
412-414 Mockingbird LnWranlger4BR,2.5BA$1.15
Forum Denton3x3 Modern3BR,3BA$0.68
Forest Ridge ApartmentsB1 2x22BR,2BA$1.08
Sycamore Square2 BR / 2.5 BA 11002BR,2.5BA$1.32
The Pearl on University2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Holly Hills ApartmentsB1 2x22BR,2BA$1.24
Pecan Creek on McKinney ApartmentsYellow Rose2BR,2BA$1.10
Vitae Residences1 Room of a 2 BR unit, 903 SQFT2BR,2BA$1.04
Pebblebrook Parkside1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A11BR,1BA$1.25
The Loop1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 700 Square Feet1BR,1BA$1.28

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Denton Overview

Considered a key part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, apartments in Denton offer convenience, an array of amenities and enough down-home Texas hospitality to last a lifetime. Bursting with truly unique shops and an eclectic, thriving arts scene, this sleepy college city is a great place to consider.

Why live in Denton, TX?

From the funky secondhand stores that line the downtown square to the almost constantly-evolving live music scene, Denton often gets tagged as 'little Austin' for its focus upon arts and entertainment. The consistent influx of young people for the area universities adds to a forward-thinking 'college town' vibe, making the city an exceptional place to live and work.

Denton, TX
Population: 138,541

Ranked #197

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Denton, TX

Ranked #26

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Denton, TX

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Denton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Denton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Denton is at Manchester House Apartments listed at $850.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Denton Apartment is $505 at Hudson at Pecan Creek.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Denton is starting from $596 at Hudson at Pecan Creek.

What is the most affordable Denton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Denton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hudson at Pecan Creek and starts from $679.

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