Mila Doce, TX 200 Apartments for Rent

The city of Mila Doce, Texas, covers an area of 3.2 square miles; that's an area 2.4 times larger than Tokyo's Imperial Palace in Japan!

Mila Doce means 'Mile Twelve' in Spanish, and the city takes its name from the nearby adjoining road. With a population of around 6,222 people, the city has one of the youngest populations of any U.S. city -- around 60 percent of people living here are under the age of 25. People move here for the low cost of living - in fact, it's 28.2 percent lower than the average cost of U.S. living, and property prices here are also lower than average for Texas.

On the Road

If you're thinking of packing up and moving to Mila Doce, you'll be pleased to know you can sleep safe at night; the city was ranked No. 13 in the Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. And there's a slower pace of life here than in many busy cities - Mila Doce ranked No. 67 on the list of America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities. While the low cost of living and lower than average property prices attract people to the city, if you're considering looking for a studio for rent, it's well worth ensuring you start your search early -- the rental market is competitive as most residents here rent their homes. While you'll find duplexes for rent and 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Mila Doce, they're usually snapped up quickly. Check out online classifieds on Craigslist or Gumtree or the local papers, where you can often find an apartment with all bills paid.

Neighborhoods

Mila Doce is too small for distinct neighborhoods, but depending on the area you choose to live in, the city's WalkScore is a bit low, so you'll be car-dependent if you move here. Most people (around 74 percent) drive to work, and if you're the jet-setting type, you'll be pleased to know that there are two international airports close at hand, Valley International Airport (13 miles) and McAllen Miller International Airport (17.5 miles).

Living in Mila Doce

Low property prices aren't the only thing drawing people to this eclectic Texan city; you'll find a plethora of restaurants from the usual array of Denny's and Burger Kings to Nana's Taqueria and some of the best Mexican food in the county! Those wanting to get outside can visit the nearby Sunset Park and Sunset Hill Park.