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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plano, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/09/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Plano$2,155$996380

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 $704. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mariposa at Communications ParkwayA11BR,1BA$562
Northside Apartments2x2 Enterprise - Furnished2BR,2BA$704
Junction at 7760S3Studio,1BA$750
The Landing at McCallumA11BR,1BA$775
The EdgeA41BR,1BA$799
City Limits ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$810
MAA Highlands NorthThe Refuge1BR,1BA$838
Timbers Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$850
The Park on PrestonA 21BR,1BA$856

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, TX

As of April 09, 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 C Model at Republic House At Frisco Bridges starting at $2,020 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Chapel Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plano apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ridgeview VillasComal3BR,2.5BA$1.39
Republic House At Frisco BridgesC3BR,2BA$1.41
Essence North Dallas2 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated)2BR,2BA$1.35
Hunters GlenB22BR,2BA$1.35
BentonB32BR,2BA$1.41
Windsor Place Townhomes2A2BR,2BA$1.27
Tivoli ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.34
Spring ParcB2CF2BR,2BA$1.35
Timberglen ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$1.31
Timbers Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$1.40

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Plano, TX

Ranked #6

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 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 $856.

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 $2,155.

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 7 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 $150 which is $2,005 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plano.

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