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2901 Whitewing Ave
$8252 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

2901 Whitewing Ave

McAllen, TX 78501
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4113 N 24th Ln
$9002 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

4113 N 24th Ln

McAllen, TX 78504
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Jorsay Apartments
from $5251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jorsay Apartments

300 S G StMcAllen, TX 78501
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Palm Manor Apartments
from $600Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Manor Apartments

4812 N 10th StMcAllen, TX 78504
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The Monark Aprtments Apartments
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The Monark Aprtments

1600 Tamarack AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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South Pointe Apartments
from $6301 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Pointe

1900 S 38th StMcAllen, TX 78503
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McAllen Square Apartments
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McAllen Square Apartments

2405 Hibiscus AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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Legacy 2 Apartments
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Legacy 2

3413 N McColl RdMcAllen, TX 78501
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Maple Court Apartments
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Maple Court Apartments

1400 N 16th StMcAllen, TX 78501
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Hibiscus Apartments
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Hibiscus

1113 Hibiscus AveMcAllen, TX 78501
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Dominion Apartments
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Dominion Apartments

2900-2924 N J StMcAllen, TX 78501
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Legacy 2 Apartments
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Legacy 2

413 N McColl RdMcAllen, TX 78501
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McAllen, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McAllen, TX

Pricing Updated: 12/22/2024

Current apartment rentals in the McAllen, TX area range in price from $353 to $3,075 with an overall median price of $1,205. The three McAllen neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Doffing at $750, Abram Perezville at $750, and La Homa at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McAllen Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Doffing$750$7501
Abram Perezville$862$7502
La Homa$895$55016
Las Placitas$1,008$7227
Sharyland Plantation$1,008$7227
West Sharyland$1,100$8809
Los Lagos$1,187$353306
Donna Weslaco Mercedes$1,188$485155
Downtown McAllen$1,250$525436
Northgate Crossing$1,250$450339

Cheapest Available McAllen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in McAllen, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at La Villa De Alton in the Outer Mission Alton neighborhood priced from $327. La Stella Independent Senior Living in the Los Lagos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $353. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McAllen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Villa De AltonA11BR,1BA$327
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA11BR,1BA$353
Palms Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$600
Sunset Terrace Senior VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$604
Heritage Square1A1BR,1BA$630
McIntyre Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$640
McAllen Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Hibiscus Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$656

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX

As of December 22, 2024 the best value apartment in the McAllen area is the $0.79 price per square foot B1 Model at Royal Oaks Apartments in the in the Meadow Ridge neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value McAllen apartment is the Townhouse Style Apartment Model at 1814 E Iowa Rd starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Los Lagos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McAllen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Royal Oaks ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.79
1814 E Iowa RdTownhouse Style Apartment2BR,2.5BA$0.75
2206 E US Highway 281, Unit D242206 E US Highway 2812BR,1.5BA$0.81
2217 N Dahlia St, Unit 12217 N Dahlia St2BR,2BA$0.78
Avanti East ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.78
601 S Ohare Dr, Unit 3601 S Ohare Dr2BR,2BA$0.80
Las Violetas Town Home Apartmentstownhome1BR,1BA$0.74
La Stella Independent Senior LivingA11BR,1BA$0.47
Sunset Terrace Senior VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$0.81
La Villa De AltonA11BR,1BA$0.46

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McAllen Overview

McAllen is an absolute treat to live in if you're looking for a combination of city and country lifestyle all in one place. Renting an apartment in McAllen can provide you with tons of opportunities to enjoy as the city is the 22nd-most populated city in the Lone Star State. McAllen is located in Hidalgo Country and is located right near the Rio Grande Valley. You can travel to the Gulf of Mexico fairly easily since it is only 70 miles away! Let's take a closer look at some incredible facts about McAllen, TX and why you should consider moving here next!

Why live in McAllen, TX?

Living in McAllen can provide you with lots of opportunities to experience the culture and a friendly community. There is a lot of Tejano influence in this growing town that is very welcoming to people that aren't from the area. Renting an apartment in this area is a perfect opportunity to live close enough to the incredible amenities that this Tejano town has to give. 

Mcallen, TX
Population: 143,433

Ranked #184

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mcallen, TX

Ranked #396

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around McAllen, TX

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McAllen Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McAllen?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McAllen is at Texan Ranch Apartments listed at $697.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McAllen Apartment is $327 at La Villa De Alton.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McAllen is starting from $385 at La Villa De Alton.

What is the most affordable McAllen Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap McAllen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Villa De Alton and starts from $439.

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