
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown McAllen Neighborhood of McAllen, TX from $400 (53 Rentals)
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Hibiscus Apartments

612-620 E Hibiscus Ave

3616 Harvey Dr W

The Luke Apartments

815 Walnut Ave

2428 Upas Ave

2901 Hwy 107

Crossings Apartments

Peppertree
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Brentwood Apartments

Texan Ranch Apartments

2213 W Dallas Ave

Maple Manor Apartments

820 Redwood Ave

Stonewood

Avanti Legacy Valor Heights - SENIOR LIVING

Avanti Legacy at Emerald Point

Avanti Legacy Violet Parc- SENIOR LIVING

Atrium Place

Redbud Place Apartments

2901 TX-107

3820 N 9th Ct

2508 US-83 BUS
Downtown McAllen, McAllen, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown McAllen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown McAllen Studio Apartments | $848 | $747 | $1,275 |
Downtown McAllen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $650 | $1,500 |
Downtown McAllen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $695 | $2,000 |
Downtown McAllen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $1,050 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown McAllen Neighborhood of McAllen, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown McAllen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown McAllen area of McAllen, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at 501 Jasmine Villas priced from $402. Hibiscus Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $656. Here are the most affordable Downtown McAllen apartments for rent in McAllen, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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501 Jasmine Villas | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $402 |
Hibiscus Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
612-620 E Hibiscus Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Peppertree | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
Brentwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Texan Ranch Apartments | Bunkhouses | Studio,1BA | $747 |
Maple Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
1210 Pecan Blvd | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Avanti Legacy at Emerald Point | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown McAllen, TX
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown McAllen area is the $0.89 price per square foot 612 N Bicentennial Blvd Model at 612 N Bicentennial Blvd, Unit A in the in the Downtown McAllen neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Downtown McAllen apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at St. Antimo Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the East McAllen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown McAllen apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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612 N Bicentennial Blvd, Unit A | 612 N Bicentennial Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
St. Antimo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
816 Redwood Ave | 816 Redwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
Danubia | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
507 Downing Ave, Unit 1 | 507 Downing Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
700 Nightingale Ave, Unit A | 700 Nightingale Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
Jackson Square | 2X1.5 | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
716 DFW Dr, Unit 2 | 716 DFW Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
704 DFW Dr, Unit 3 | 704 DFW Dr | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
Avanti West | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
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Getting Around the Downtown McAllen Neighborhood in McAllen, TX
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Downtown McAllen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown McAllen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown McAllen is at Texan Ranch Apartments listed at $747.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown McAllen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown McAllen Apartment is $656 at Hibiscus Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown McAllen Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown McAllen is starting from $402 at 501 Jasmine Villas.
What is the most affordable Downtown McAllen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown McAllen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 501 Jasmine Villas and starts from $461.
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