1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in McKinney, TX (169 Rentals)

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McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 06, 2025

There are currently 1994 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in McKinney, TX neighborhoods that range in price from $655 to $9,666. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in McKinney with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Frisco1896$1,554$655
Downtown McKinney98$1,488$879

Largest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is found at Parkside at Craig Ranch in the Twin Creeks neighborhood and is 1,245 square feet priced from $1,757. Heritage McKinney Square in the Timber Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,178 square feet and currently listed start at $2,475. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Parkside at Craig RanchRavine- Den1,245 Sq Ft$1,757
Heritage McKinney SquareLWM1,178 Sq Ft$2,475
Bell Tower FlatsA2E1,175 Sq Ft$1,765
MAA Times SquareRadio City1,152 Sq Ft$1,705
The Jade at FriscoA91,072 Sq Ft$1,956
The Sylvan at Painted TreeAlder1,069 Sq Ft$1,699
Modera McKinney RidgeA091,055 Sq Ft$1,930
The Link at Twin CreeksA61,049 Sq Ft$2,155
Cendana Craig RanchA61,032 Sq Ft$1,854
Luminest ProsperA21,005 Sq Ft$1,751

Cheapest Available McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in McKinney, TX is the A1 Model starting from $949 at Oaklyn Apartment Homes in the Timber Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable McKinney 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom - MKT Model at West Ridge Villas starting at $983 in the Heights at Westridge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in McKinney is currently $1,608. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in McKinney:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oaklyn Apartment HomesA1$949
West Ridge Villas1 Bedroom - MKT$983
Magnolia RanchA1G$999
Lakes of EldoradoVista$1,017
1701 at EldoradoA1$1,021
The Gables of McKinney1A$1,048
Newsome HomesA4$1,050
Twin Creeks CrossingA1$1,060
Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch ApartmentsA1$1,089
Orion McKinney ApartmentsHalo$1,095

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McKinney Overview

In 2014 Money Magazine named McKinney, Texas the #1 place to live in the America. Located just north of Dallas, McKinney is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. With growth comes opportunities of which there is no shortage. McKinney combines historical downtown Texas with a forward-thinking mindset that includes booming business and educational opportunities.

Why live in McKinney, TX?

Although McKinney is located outside of Dallas, the city has a charm all it's own that distinguishes it as one of Texas' best cities. McKinney offers the perfect blend of nature, history, economic growth, and plenty of real estate across the entire city. If you're into city pride, then you'll find a broad range of activities, festivals, and annual events that bring everybody out to celebrate. Some of the most popular annual events include Arts in Bloom Art Festival, Oktoberfest, Scare on the Square during Halloween, and Bike the Bricks annual bicycle race.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mckinney, 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 McKinney, TX

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in McKinney with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in McKinney is at Oaklyn Apartment Homes listed at $949.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in McKinney is $1,608.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom McKinney Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in McKinney is a 1,245 square feet unit starting from $1,757 at Parkside at Craig Ranch.

What is the average size for McKinney 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in McKinney is currently 804 sq ft.

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