Cheap Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX from $400 (280 Rentals)
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3453 Old Manse Ct

2704 Regal Rd

Villas of Mission Bend - Senior Living

Park on 14th

7200 Chase Oaks Blvd

Hunters Glen

The Lydian

Jada Legacy Central

Thornbury at Chase Oaks
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Opal Legacy Central

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Reserve at Pebble Creek

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The Dayton

MAA Los Rios

The Hathaway At Willow Bend

Mariposa at Communications Parkway

1514 E 15th St

Old Shepard Place

MAA Market Center

Marquis at Legacy

Ranch At Ridgeview

Windsor Metro West

Mission Gate

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The Leighton

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Plano, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plano?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Plano Studio Apartments | $1,484 | $750 | $7,159 |
Cheap Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $495 | $9,846 |
Cheap Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,198 | $1,013 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,051 | $1,610 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Plano 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,752 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
Plano 5 Bedroom Apartments | $10,615 | $6,440 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plano, TX
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Plano, 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 Plano Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Plano | $2,031 | $996 | 405 |
Cheapest Available Plano Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plano, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Mariposa at Communications Parkway in the Haggard neighborhood priced from $562. Northside Apartments in the Far North Dallas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mariposa at Communications Parkway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $562 |
Northside Apartments | 2x2 Enterprise - Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $665 |
Evergreen at Arbor Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $678 |
Junction at 7760 | S3 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Timbers Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
The Landing at McCallum | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
The Park on Preston | A 1 | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
Spring Parc | A1CF | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
The Edge | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plano area is the $1.39 price per square foot Comal Model at Ridgeview Villas in the in the Twin Creeks neighborhood starting from $3,077. The second greatest value Plano apartment is the Heritage Model at Chisholm Place starting at $1,931 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Plano Transit Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plano apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ridgeview Villas | Comal | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
Chisholm Place | Heritage | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Essence North Dallas | 2 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated) | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Benton | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
The Place At Harvestree | Two Bedroom B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Avenues at Craig Ranch Apartments | Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Hunters Glen | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Villas of Mission Bend - Senior Living | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Evergreen at Arbor Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Woodlands of Plano | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Plano Overview
Located a mere twenty or so miles northeast of the booming city of Dallas, the hotspot of Plano is quickly on the rise. From down-home neighborly charm to a budding economic base, this Texas destination has become a fast favorite with both young professionals and growing families alike.
Why live in Plano, TX?
With ease of access to the job market boom of Dallas, Plano rentals seamlessly match comfort with convenience. Families will undoubtedly love the nearby school systems, and the downtown square is flush with eateries and shopping. For a growing Texas hotspot boasting flair and opportunity, Plano rentals hit all of the marks with flying colors.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Plano, TX
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Plano Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Plano?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plano is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plano?
The cheapest apartment in Plano is Mariposa at Communications Parkway which is listed at $562, while the average apartment in Plano costs $2,031.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plano?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Plano that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Plano?
Cheap apartments in Plano have an average cost of $186 which is $1,845 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plano.
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