Apartments for Rent in Princeton, TX

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Getting around in Princeton, TX

2 /100

Car-Dependent

26 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 26

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Princeton, TX last updated?

Prices and availability in Princeton, TX were last updated on 16 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in Princeton, TX?

The best apartments in Princeton, TX are: Whitewing Flats, The Starling, Townhomes at Princeton Meadows, 1713 Pilot Point Way Princeton, TX 75407 and 1800 Arbordale Way Princeton, TX 75407.

What is the average rent in Princeton, TX?

The average rent in Princeton, TX is $1,762.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Princeton, TX?

The price range for a studio apartment in Princeton, TX is between $1,072 and $2,606.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX is between $1,000 and $2,606.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX is between $1,442 and $5,104.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Princeton, TX is between $1,889 and $7,790.

What type of rental buildings are in Princeton, TX?

In Princeton, 20% of the residents are renting compared to 80% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Princeton’s rentals, 22% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 59% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Princeton, TX?

The average age of rental buildings in Princeton is 0 years old, with none being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 0 stories, of which none are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Princeton, TX?

Rental apartments in Princeton come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 0% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 0% of all rentals in Princeton. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Princeton, TX

Encompassed by parks and with Lavon Lake to the south, Princeton, TX, is a beautiful small town in northeast Collin County with apartments and houses for rent just north of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. Princeton is 30 miles northeast of Dallas, 65 miles northwest of Fort Worth, 25 miles northeast of Garland, 24 miles northeast of Plano and 23 miles west of Greenville. With close proximity to highways 5, 121, 75 and 380, renters can commute quickly. The main industries for renters in Princeton are retail sales, manufacturing, educational services and health care industries. Notably, the Bois d'Arc Business Park is planned to provide hundreds of new jobs for the city in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. When renting in Princeton, look out for annual events like the Fall Festival, Christmas Tree Lighting, and "Movie in The Park."

Renting in Princeton, TX

Princeton retains its small-town charm amidst a planned increase in available rentals. In particular, professional renters with young families are attracted to the area's great commuting location and many scenic parks. Rentals in Princeton are comfortably affordable with luxury properties available, as well. Namely, the quieter (and more expensive) rentals can be found in the north, away from the hustle and bustle of the DFW metro area. That said, southwest Princeton - being closer to the city of Dallas - is generally more affordable. Houses for rent in Princeton tend to be between one and five bedrooms, while apartments are generally one to three bedrooms. There are also many new developments along Highway 380 - like Princeton Crosswords, a 297-acre, mixed-use district on the town's east side with single-family houses for rent that are located near retail, restaurants and entertainment venues.

Shopping in Princeton, TX

Renters will find the most popular nearby shopping destination is an outdoor mall called The Village at Allen (12 miles southwest). Otherwise, when renting in Princeton, most errands can be accomplished at Westgate Shopping Center and NorthPark Center. Major chain stores include Walmart, CVS, Dollar General and Dollar Tree. The apartments and houses for rent in Princeton are also near grocery stores such as Brookshire's; North End Grocery; and ethnic stores, like La Victoria Carniceria Princeton. Meanwhile, renters in Princeton suggest popular local restaurants, like Jocy's Restaurant, Las Rocas Mexican Cocina, Rivera's Restaurant and Taco Factory.

Transportation in Princeton, TX

By appointment, the Collin County Transit program can take Princeton renters anywhere within the city limits, as well as to the nearby small towns of Celina, Lowry Crossing, McKinney, Melissa and Prosper. Alternatively, the nearest bus stop is a Greyhound in McKinney (10 miles west), which takes renters south into Dallas within an hour and southwest into Fort Worth within 2 hours and 15 minutes. Or, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Light Rail is 20 miles northeast of Princeton in Plano and can travel into Dallas within 50 minutes. Finally, Princeton rentals are just eight miles northwest of the DFW International Airport via Highway 21. And, renters taking corporate business trips will find the Collin County Regional Airport is eight miles west of Princeton.

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1 BED	$1,159+
2 BEDS	$1,442+
3 BEDS	$1,865+

STUDIO	$1,072+
1 BED	$1,169+
2 BEDS	$1,448+

1 BED	$1,225+
2 BEDS	$1,510+
3 BEDS	$1,955+

1 BED	$1,437+
2 BEDS	$1,780+
3 BEDS	$1,995+

1 BED	$1,175+
2 BEDS	$1,590+
3 BEDS	$2,195+

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