Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Dallas are Kiest-Polk, Encino Hills, and Piedmont-Scyene. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Dallas, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of August 19, 2025, the average rent in Dallas is $1,416, which is 0% higher than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Kiest-Polk

Average Rent

$868/Month

TransitScore® Rating

42/100

Units Available

10 Rentals

Kiest-Polk is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Kiest-Polk is $868 while the city average is $1,416. Residents enjoy convenient access to Twelve Hills Nature Center, Paul Quinn College, and Kiest Polk Plaza. The neighborhood is considered somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 63.

Encino Hills

Average Rent

$868/Month

TransitScore® Rating

37/100

Units Available

42 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Dallas neighborhood on a budget, check out Encino Hills. The average rent is $868, compared to the city average of $1,416. Encino Hills is convenient to Sam An's Plaza, Dallas Love Field, and Twelve Hills Nature Center. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 53.

Piedmont-Scyene

Average Rent

$875/Month

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

27 Rentals

Piedmont-Scyene is an affordable neighborhood in Dallas with an average rent price of $875. Compare this to the city average of $1,416. Piedmont-Scyene provides easy access to Lawnview Station, Dallas Love Field, and Paul Quinn College. It’s a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 59.

The Indigo on Forest

Average Rent

$915/Month

TransitScore® Rating

42/100

Units Available

243 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Dallas, The Indigo on Forest might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $915, while the city’s average stands at $1,416. The Indigo on Forest is near Springtree Shopping Center, Lake Highlands Station, and The Art Institute of Dallas.

Wolf Creek

Average Rent

$942/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1.3%

TransitScore® Rating

39/100

Units Available

69 Rentals

Wolf Creek is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Wolf Creek is $942 while the city average is $1,416. This is a -1.3% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to Country Club Corners, Camp Wisdom Station, and Square 67. The neighborhood is considered car-dependent with a WalkScore® of 42.

Pleasant Grove

Average Rent

$954/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1.7%

TransitScore® Rating

29/100

Units Available

19 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Dallas neighborhood on a budget, check out Pleasant Grove. The average rent is $954, compared to the city average of $1,416. Rent prices have increased by 1.7%. Pleasant Grove is convenient to Trinity River Audubon Center, Dallas-Fort Worth International, and Lawnview Station. The community is car-dependent with a WalkScore® of 46.

Piedmont

Average Rent

$957/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

1%

TransitScore® Rating

41/100

Units Available

67 Rentals

Piedmont is an affordable neighborhood in Dallas with an average rent price of $957. Compare this to the city average of $1,416. In the past year, rent prices have decreased by 1%. Piedmont provides easy access to Pleasant Grove Plaza, Buckner Station, and Trinity River Audubon Center. It’s a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 60.

Kiest Park

Average Rent

$982/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.6%

TransitScore® Rating

43/100

Units Available

36 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Dallas, Kiest Park might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $982, while the city’s average stands at $1,416. In the last year, prices have decreased by 0.6%. Kiest Park is near Hampton Station, Polk Love Retail Center, and Hampton.

Historic Oak Cliff

Average Rent

$1,000/Month

Year-Over-Year Rent Change

0.2%

TransitScore® Rating

48/100

Units Available

84 Rentals

Historic Oak Cliff is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Historic Oak Cliff is $1,000 while the city average is $1,416. This is a -0.2% difference from last year. Residents enjoy convenient access to El Centro College, Downtown, Dallas-Fort Worth International, and Westmoreland. The neighborhood is considered somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 63.

Enclave at Wyrick Estates

Average Rent

$1,006/Month

TransitScore® Rating

33/100

Units Available

24 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Dallas neighborhood on a budget, check out Enclave at Wyrick Estates. The average rent is $1,006, compared to the city average of $1,416. Enclave at Wyrick Estates is convenient to 10620-10666 E NW Hwy, Richland College, and Dallas Arboretum. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 61.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.