Plano Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Large suburb north of Dallas with excellent schools, corporate headquarters, diverse population, and family-friendly amenities.
Dallas, TXAvg Rent: $1,650/moWalk Score: 42
Walkability
42
Walk Score
Transit
35
Transit Score
Commute
30-45 min
To Downtown
Safety
Excellent
Rating
Plano Rent Prices
Studio
$1,000
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,300
per month
2 Bedrooms
$1,800
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,500
per month
Rent Trend: Stable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Suburban, diverse, family-oriented
Demographics
Families, tech workers, diverse residents
Best For
FamiliesCorporate workersSchool qualityDiverse community
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Diverse, Asian cuisines, chains and local
Nightlife
Limited - family-focused area
Schools
Top-rated Plano ISD
Pros & Cons of Living in Plano
Pros
- Excellent schools
- Very safe
- Diverse
- Good jobs nearby
Cons
- Very car-dependent
- Long commute to Dallas
- Suburban sprawl
- Traffic
Parks & Recreation
- Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
- Oak Point Park
- Bob Woodruff Park
Public Transit
- DART Red Line
- Bus lines
Popular Streets
- Preston Road
- Legacy Drive
- 15th Street
Key Amenities
- Legacy West
- Corporate headquarters
- Shopping centers
- Parks
Compare with Other Dallas Neighborhoods
Uptown
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:82
Urban, trendy, nightlife-focused
Deep Ellum
2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:78
Artistic, edgy, creative
Oak Lawn
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:75
Diverse, LGBTQ+ friendly, urban
Highland Park
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:55
Wealthy, prestigious, family-oriented
Frisco
2BR Rent:$1,900
Walk Score:35
New development, family-focused, growing
Helpful Resources for Renters
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