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Apartments under $3,000 for Rent in Denton, TX

5,446 Rentals
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  3. Good Value
    STUDIO
    $1,153+
    1 BED
    $1,274+
    2 BEDS
    $1,599+
    3 BEDS
    $2,198+

    Railyard

    650 E Sycamore St, Denton, TX 76201
    (940) 514-8535
  4. $175 Off
    Price Drop. $175 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,095+
    2 BEDS
    $1,450+
    3 BEDS
    $1,595+

    Urban Square

    3202 Unicorn Lake Blvd, Denton, TX 76210
    (940) 326-4410
  33. $224 Off
    Price Drop. $224 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,041+
    1 BED
    $957+
    2 BEDS
    $1,688+
    3 BEDS
    $1,999+

    Square9

    315 S Locust St, Denton, TX 76201
    (940) 240-8884
  36. $455 Off
    Price Drop. $455 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,099+
    2 BEDS
    $1,241+
    3 BEDS
    $1,466+

    Elan Denton

    1501 Northstar Rd, Denton, TX 76208
    (940) 290-8542
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Denton at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,163
(All bedrooms and property types)
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4

School Rating

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Schools in Denton
24

Some Transit

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Transportation in Denton
49

Somewhat Bikeable

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Denton, TX Apartments for Rent

Denton combines college-town spirit with small-city appeal in the heart of North Texas. The historic courthouse square anchors downtown, surrounded by local shops and cafes. Home to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University, Denton's creative culture shines through events like the Denton Arts and Jazz Festival, which draws crowds to the city each spring.

Apartments in Denton offer value, with one-bedroom units averaging $1,212 monthly—less than the Texas state average. Located 40 minutes north of Dallas-Fort Worth, residents maintain their independent community while staying connected to big-city opportunities. The Denton County Transportation Authority provides convenient A-train and bus service throughout the area and into the metroplex. Major employers include the University of North Texas, Denton ISD, and Peterbilt Motors, supporting a steady job market in this distinctive North Texas community.

Why Denton?

  • Denton is home to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University
  • Denton is convenient to Fort Worth, Dallas, and Arlington
  • Denton is home to the North Texas State Fair and Rodeo, which attracts visitors from all over Texas and beyond
  • Denton has a commuter rail station on DCTA’s A-train, which takes riders to Lewisville and Carrollton
  • The city is near two major natural areas: Lewisville Lake and Ray Roberts Lake State Park

Renting in Denton

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Getting Around Denton

Transportation

45

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
49

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
24

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Guyer High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,554 Students
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Ryan High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,194 Students
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Denton High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,024 Students
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Strickland Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
940 Students
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McMath Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
761 Students
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Calhoun Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
757 Students

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