McAllen Apartment Renter's Guide
McAllen Apartment Renter's Guide
Overview
Population: 143,268
Population Density: 2,180.7 people/sq mile
Median Age: 34
Percentage of Family Households: 76%
Median Annual Income: $57,359 / year
Median Rent: $906 / month
What locals are saying
McAllen is located in the deep, deep south. It is a border town that has its own culture.
Public Transportation
McAllen, Texas Renter's Guide
McAllen is located in the deep, deep south. It is a border town that has its own culture.
Public Transportation. McAllen has good enough public transportation system to not require a car (a rarity in Texas.) The McAllen Express Transit (MET) can get you around town for $1, or $0.50 for students.
Neighborhood Breakdown
Del Palmas Historic District. This block has blossomed with a few dozen bars and clubs, art galleries, and live music venues comparable to Austin's 6th Street or the Bourbon Street of New Orleans. You can also meander through neighborhood parks, great restaurants and coffee shops, as well as stop by the nearby mall.
Los Encinos Del Norte. Filled with luxury apartments, with amenities.
Violet Avenue. Rarely do you find such a coveted location at such an affordable price. Here, you can enjoy a walkable neighborhood, complete with parks, eats, book stores, bars, and the International Museum of Art.
Waterwalk. It's a convenient enough location, walking distance to movies and restaurants, and just a couple of minutes to downtown and shopping at the mall.
Emerald Point. Variety of living options, from mansions, trailer parks, townhomes, to apartments.
Chesterfield. You can try your hand at martial arts, gymnastics, and dance without ever leaving the neighborhood. You will see cake shops and tattoo parlors on the same block. All located in this charmingly eclectic neighborhood.
Westway Avenue. Close to the airport. Lots of thrift shopping, and organic eats.
Look to the Future
While McAllen has grown a lot in the past few years, it is still continuing to develop. There are bright and sunny days ahead!
McAllen Crime
Overall Crime
Below Average
Overall crime in McAllen is below average in comparison to the national average.
Violent Crime
Low
The level of violent crime in McAllen is low compared to the national average violent crime rate.
Property Crime
Above Average
The level of property crime in McAllen is above average compared to the national average property crime rate.
Top Schools in McAllen
Elementary Schools
9 /10
Gonzalez Elementary School
PublicPK-5
PublicPK-5888 Students
14 Reviews
888
Students
14 Reviews
8 /10
Jackson Elementary School
PublicPK-5
PublicPK-5731 Students
12 Reviews
731
Students
12 Reviews
8 /10
IDEA North Mission Academy
CharterPK-5
CharterPK-5698 Students
1 Reviews
698
Students
1 Reviews
Middle Schools
10 /10
IDEA Mcallen College Preparatory
Charter6-12
Charter6-12693 Students
1 Reviews
693
Students
1 Reviews
9 /10
Morris Middle School
Public6-8
Public6-8959 Students
3 Reviews
959
Students
3 Reviews
9 /10
Cathey Middle School
Public6-8
Public6-81,003 Students
8 Reviews
1,003
Students
8 Reviews
High Schools
9 /10
Achieve Early College High School
Public9-12
Public9-12491 Students
8 Reviews
491
Students
8 Reviews
7 /10
Lamar Academy
Public9-12
Public9-12124 Students
1 Reviews
124
Students
1 Reviews
5 /10
Mcallen High School
Public9-12
Public9-122,296 Students
3 Reviews
2,296
Students
3 Reviews
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Check out 111 verified apartments for rent in McAllen, TX with rents starting as low as $600. Prices shown are base rent prices and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
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Rincon Apartments
3801 N McColl Rd, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 277-9613
$849+
16 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Stainless steel + more
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2400 North 32nd Street
2400 North 32nd Street, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 709-9193
$795
1 unit available
2 bed
Pet friendly
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3816 Xanthisma
3816 Xanthisma Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 450-7370
$1,250
1 unit available
4 bed
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Carport, Air conditioning, Range, and Refrigerator
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3706 N. 6th St.
3706 North 6th Street, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 450-7370
$600
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Carport, Air conditioning, and Some paid utils
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4704 Date Palm Ave.
4704 Datepalm Avenue, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 450-7370
$1,880
1 unit available
3 bed
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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3105 N. 36th St.
3105 North 36th Street, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 450-7370
$1,625
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel, Air conditioning + more
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701 Sandpiper
701 Sandpiper Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 450-7370
$1,200
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Carport, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more
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708 Nightingale Ave.
708 Nightingale Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 450-7370
$850
1 unit available
2 bed
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, Air conditioning + more
1 of 29
7901 N 1st St
7901 North 1st Street, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 616-4505
$3,300
1 unit available
4 bed
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Pool, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 17
1412 Lark Ave.
1412 Lark Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 450-7370
$1,700
1 unit available
3 bed
W/D hookup, Pet friendly, Garage, Walk in closets, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more
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1205 Daffodil Ave Unit D
1205 Daffodil Avenue, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 267-5663
$1,200
1 unit available
2 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Microwave, Range, and Oven
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APT 16 - 1413 Keeton Ave
1413 Keeton Avenue, McAllen TX 78503 (956) 603-3313
$1,500
1 unit available
2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 6
404 Marigold Avenue
404 Marigold Avenue, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 283-6338
$1,775
1 unit available
3 bed
Garage and Media room
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7015 North 3rd Street
7015 North 3rd Street, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 283-6338
$1,900
1 unit available
3 bed
Granite counters and Stainless steel
1 of 13
10209 N 13th Street
10209 North 13th Street, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 465-0011
$1,950
1 unit available
2 bed
Furnished
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2432 W Iris Avenue
2432 West Iris Ave, McAllen TX 78501 (888) 519-7431
$1,700
1 unit available
4 bed
Pet friendly and Recently renovated
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3417 Rosalva Avenue
3417 Rosalva Avenue, McAllen TX 78503 (956) 583-2100
$1,700
1 unit available
3 bed
Patio / balcony, Garage, Bbq/grill, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 13
3405 Pelican Avenue
3405 Pelican Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 821-6170
$2,100
1 unit available
3 bed
Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 18
7806 N 58th Lane
7806 North 58th Street, McAllen TX 78573 (956) 520-2333
$1,200
1 unit available
2 bed
New construction, Garage, Stainless steel, Some paid utils, and Garbage disposal
1 of 16
123 Chicago Avenue
123 Chicago Avenue, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 520-2333
$1,500
1 unit available
3 bed
Garage and Recently renovated
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2408 N I Street
2408 North I Street, McAllen TX 78501 (888) 519-7431
$1,500
1 unit available
3 bed
Pet friendly, Garage, and Media room
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5106 N 24th Lane
5106 North 24th Lane, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 225-5295
$2,500
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
1 of 20
902 N 15th Street
902 North 15th Street, McAllen TX 78501 (956) 800-4520
$2,200
1 unit available
3 bed
Hardwood floors and Recently renovated
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5609 Ozark Avenue
5609 Ozark Avenue, McAllen TX 78504 (956) 739-3322
$1,250
1 unit available
2 bed
In unit laundry, New construction, Garage, and Recently renovated
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How much is rent in McAllen?
In McAllen, the average rent is $641 for a studio, $1,088 for a 1-bedroom, $1,039 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,482 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in McAllen, check out our monthly McAllen Rent Report.
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