We all know the saying - “Everything is bigger in Texas,” but who knew everything was stranger there, too? Denton, Texas is proud to call itself “North of Ordinary.” Located about 35 miles away from Dallas, Denton is essentially the Austin of the north. Known for its music scene, festivals and unique atmosphere, Denton is an artsy suburbia. From water parks to historical museums, Indie rock concerts to horseback riding, Denton is no one trick pony.
So, pack your bags and saddle up
We all know the saying - “Everything is bigger in Texas,” but who knew everything was stranger there, too? Denton, Texas is proud to call itself “North of Ordinary.” Located about 35 miles away from Dallas, Denton is essentially the Austin of the north. Known for its music scene, festivals and unique atmosphere, Denton is an artsy suburbia. From water parks to historical museums, Indie rock concerts to horseback riding, Denton is no one trick pony.
So, pack your bags and saddle up. It’s time to leave ordinary behind and find you your ideal Denton dwelling.
Denton is comprised of historic areas and suburban neighborhoods. Depending on your lifestyle, or the lifestyle you’d prefer, there is a neighborhood that’s tailored for you. Feast your eyes on some of the best areas Denton has to offer.
Rayzor’s Ranch: Sitting on 400 acres of property, Rayzor’s Ranch is Denton’s take on the classic American neighborhood. Medical offices, a marketplace, and a town center coexist with apartments, villages, cottages, and brownstones to make up a virtual city inside of a city (insert Inception joke here). Because it is located on corners of the southeast I-35 and U.S. 380, the Ranch offers an easy commute into Dallas for work or weekend trips.
Lake Dallas/Hickory Creek: This area offers a ton of single-family homes (three to four bedrooms) and newer, luxury apartments. If driving through the area isn’t enough to convince you, perhaps the apartment amenities will be. Some apartments around here offer things like private concierge service, hot tubs and free personal trainers. It’s also close to the I-35E, I-35W and Highways 77 and 288 making your commute to work, airport and the mall a total breeze.
Carter: Made up of single family homes and apartment complexes, This area is very popular with renters, partly due to its cultural offerings: A walking-friendly, vibrant music scene, and outdoor activities.
Downtown Denton: Past and present meet in Downtown Denton. Amidst historic sites, such as the Denton County Courthouse (built in the 1800s), sit newer boutiques and eateries. Living here, you will never be bored. Whether it’s a Jazz festival, movie on the lawn or an art show, there is ALWAYS something happening downtown. The houses here are diverse, an eclectic mix of old and new and apartments for rent are plentiful with a wide range of prices and sizes. No matter the cost, this location cannot be beat as it offers a wonderful hybrid of culture and convenience, most apartments sitting about three blocks from the downtown transit stop.
Shady Shores: A suburban area located on a lake. Don’t let the name fool you- this area is defined by it’s nice single-family homes, condos, and apartments. The commute from this area isn’t so bad either, as it sits just off of I-35. Those looking for a little serenity will enjoy living here because of its laid-back feel. It also doesn’t hurt that it features a jogging trail.
Living here often fine-tunes your love of music. If you are already a music lover, this move is ideal for you. If you aren’t but keep an open mind, Denton is about to rock your world (pun most definitely intended). After all, it was once home to Norah Jones and Don Henley, each of which has a little thing called a Grammy.
Pets are welcome in almost all of Denton, TX rental communities.
Transportation: Texas Traffic at its Busiest**
If one thing about Denton lives up to the Texas lore, it’s the traffic, as congestion and commute times are bigger here than in most cities. This is due to the fact that many Denton residents make their way into Dallas for work. For traffic relief, residents with a penchant for public transit can sit pretty on one of Denton’s coach services, local bus services or commuter rails.
People have been flocking to Denton by the masses in recent years and it is easy to see why. Thanks to its eclectic music scene, small town-feel and not-so-typical vibe, Denton is miles from ordinary and ready for your arrival. Lets get hunting!
The representation of ethnic minorities in Denton is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Denton are White (58.5%), Hispanic Or Latino (21.5%), Black Or African American (13.3%), Asian (3.9%), Two Or More (2.1%), Other (0.3%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.2%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%).
The representation of ethnic minorities in Denton is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Denton are White (58.5%), Hispanic Or Latino (21.5%), Black Or African American (13.3%), Asian (3.9%), Two Or More (2.1%), Other (0.3%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.2%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%).
Apartment List has released the results for Denton from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
Searching for an apartment for rent in Denton, TX? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 234 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Denton. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Denton is $1,141 for a studio, $1,340 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,752 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Denton apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.
You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Denton, TX apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.
Welcome to the Apartment List January 2025 Rent Report for Denton, TX. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,283, after falling 1.1% last month. Prices are now down 4.1% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Denton rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Dallas metro area and the nation as a whole.
The median rent in Denton fell by 1.1% over the course of December, and has now decreased by a total of 4.1% over the past 12 months. Denton’s rent growth over the past year has has fallen behind both the state (-2.7%) and national averages (-0.6%).
Twelve months into the year, rents in Denton have fallen 3.9%. This is a slower rate of growth compared to what the city was experiencing at this point last year: from January to December 2023 rents had increased 0.8%.
If we expand our view to the wider Dallas metro area, the median rent is $1,432 meaning that the median price in Denton ($1,283) is 10.4% lower than the price across the metro as a whole. Metro-wide annual rent growth stands at -3.0%, above the rate of rent growth within just the city.
The table below shows the latest rent stats for 30 cities in the Dallas metro area that are included in our database. Among them, Flower Mound is currently the most expensive, with a median rent of $1,999. Hurst is the metro’s most affordable city, with a median rent of $1,243. The metro's fastest annual rent growth is occurring in Cedar Hill (4.1%) while the slowest is in Forney (-9.1%).
You can also use the map below to explore the latest rent trends in the Dallas metropolitan area.
Apartment List is committed to the accuracy and transparency of our rent estimates. We begin with reliable median rent statistics from the Census Bureau, then extrapolate them forward to the current month using a growth rate calculated from our listing data. In doing so, we use a same-unit analysis similar to Case-Shiller’s approach, capturing apartment transactions over time to provide an accurate picture of rent growth in cities across the country. Our approach corrects for the sample bias inherent in other private sources, producing results that are much closer to statistics published by the Census Bureau and HUD. For more details, please see the Apartment List Rent Estimate Methodology.
Apartment List publishes monthly rent reports and underlying data for hundreds of cities across the nation, as well as data aggregated for counties, metros, and states. These data are intended to be a source of reliable information that help renters and policymakers make sound decisions. Insights from our data are covered regularly by journalists across the country. To access the data yourself, please visit our Data Downloads Page.
Welcome to the Apartment List January 2025 Rent Report for Denton, TX. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,283, after falling 1.1% last month. Prices are now down 4.1% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Denton rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Dallas metro area and the nation as a whole.
Apartment List has released Denton’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Denton renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories above-average scores."
Key Findings in Denton include the following:
Denton renters gave their city a B+ overall.
The highest-rated categories for Denton were state and local taxes, quality of local schools, affordability and social life, which all received scores of A+.
The areas of some concern to Denton renters are public transit, weather and recreational activities, which all received B+ grades.
Denton millennials are very satisfied with their city, giving it an overall rating of A-.
Denton earned similar scores compared to other nearby cities like Fort Worth (B), Arlington (B+) and Dallas (B), but earned lower marks than Plano (A+) and Garland (A).
Denton did relatively well compared to cities nationwide, including Los Angeles (C+), Tucson (D) and Portland (B).
The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
We all know the saying - “Everything is bigger in Texas,” but who knew everything was stranger there, too? Denton, Texas is proud to call itself “North of Ordinary.” Located about 35 miles away from Dallas, Denton is essentially the Austin of the north. Known for its music scene, festivals and unique atmosphere, Denton is an artsy suburbia. From water parks to historical museums, Indie rock concerts to horseback riding, Denton is no one trick pony.
So, pack your bags and saddle up
View Denton City Guide