
Cheap Homes for Rent in McAllen, TX from $500 (190 Rentals)
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811 French Ave

811 French

1113 Primrose Ave

1740 W Business Hwy 83

225 N 28th St

1804 Oasis Dr

207 W Clark Ave

4109 N 24th Ln

1012 N 29th St, Unit #13

7504 N Taylor Rd

2901 TX-107

415 Pirul St

1500 Evergreen Ave

1608 Tamarack Ave, Unit 29

4105 N 24th Ln

2213 W Dallas Ave

3509 N 23rd Ln

1213 Mineral Rights Ln

2302 W Candlelight Dr

804 N Taylor Rd

825 S Mississippi St

1209 W Kiwi

1209 W Kiwi Ave

2011 Kerria Ave

802 W Cherokee Ave

1416 Leann Rimes Rd

5913 N Main St

813 W Bronze Dr

2605 Tack Dr

1915 Horsetail Falls

3135 Regal Dr

5909 Puffin Ave

3905 Hawthorne Ave

2710 Melanie Dr

104 S 49th St

817 Dove Ave W, Unit 5

2710 Melanie Dr

809 Dove Ave W, Unit 1

809 Dove Ave W, Unit 2

809 Dove Ave W, Unit 6

519 S 4th Ave

4105 Walnut Ave

413 Downing Ave

206 Fig Dr

610 E Park Ave

1718 E Cano St

11019 N 36th St, Unit 1

3000 Ashley Pl

1013 W La Pointe Ave
McAllen, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in McAllen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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McAllen 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,200 | $700 | $2,300 |
McAllen 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,870 | $900 | $5,100 |
McAllen 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,617 | $1,490 | $5,100 |
McAllen 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,118 | $2,100 | $5,200 |
McAllen 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $1,900 | $4,100 |
McAllen 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in McAllen, TX
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the McAllen, TX area range in price from $625 to $5,100 with an overall median price of $2,366. The three McAllen neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Sharyland at $860, Abram Perezville at $1,100, and Doffing at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for McAllen Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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West Sharyland | $955 | $860 | 30 |
Abram Perezville | $1,650 | $1,100 | 103 |
Doffing | $1,700 | $1,700 | 20 |
Palmview South | $1,800 | $1,350 | 47 |
Las Placitas | $1,900 | $875 | 81 |
Sharyland Plantation | $1,900 | $875 | 81 |
Donna Weslaco Mercedes | $1,900 | $675 | 517 |
La Homa | $2,200 | $1,700 | 113 |
Los Lagos | $2,300 | $625 | 659 |
East McAllen | $2,435 | $675 | 884 |
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 Meadow Ridge 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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La Villa De Alton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $327 |
La Stella Independent Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $353 |
501 Jasmine Villas | Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $461 |
Palms Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
McIntyre Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
El Pueblo Dorado Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $650 |
Hibiscus Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
Vista De Palmas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
Sugar North | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $679 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the McAllen area is the $0.80 price per square foot 3804 Zelma St Model at 3804 Zelma St, Unit B in the in the Northgate Crossing neighborhood starting from $995. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3804 Zelma St, Unit B | 3804 Zelma St | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
1814 E Iowa Rd | Townhouse Style Apartment | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
1511 Nassau St, Unit #3 | 1511 Nassau St | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Avanti Valley View | Two | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
1307 N Sal St, Unit 2 | 1307 N Sal St | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
3710 Zelma St, Unit 3 | 3710 Zelma St | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
Las Violetas Town Home Apartments | townhome | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
La Stella Independent Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.47 |
La Villa De Alton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about McAllen
What type of rentals are currently available in McAllen?
There are currently 1144 Apartments for Rent in McAllen, TX with pricing that ranges from $353 to $2,545. There are also 566 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McAllen ranging from $500 to $5,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McAllen?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McAllen ranges from $500 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,352.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McAllen?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McAllen range from $850 to $2,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,490 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,250.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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