Rent Price Question
Posted by Ambitious-Map-1624@reddit | askdfw | View on Reddit | 12 comments
Hey there I am planing on making around 75k in Dallas starting after the summer. I am not from Dallas but wanting to maybe live in like Uptown to be with a younger crowd, as I’m young myself.
What should I expect to pay in rent? What is acceptable to pay with 75k salary. I plan to have a roommate and would like to have separate rooms obviously. So looking for a 2B apartment.
What are your guys thoughts? I’m new to renting an apartment and new to Dallas and not really sure what I should be spending,
Thanks!
ItsTooColdButWeCool@reddit
What’s up Ambitious-Map!
Long-time apartment locator here in Dallas. In general, 90% of apartment communities here in Central Dallas will require 3x’s the monthly rent in monthly gross $ income. So, your max renting power would be between $2000-$2100/month, depending on exact gross income (before taxes).
Not at all suggesting you spend that much on a 1BR, but in Central Dallas in general, I’d expect to spend between $1400-$2100/month. Depending on exact neighborhood you choose to be in and how new or luxurious you’re wanting you apt to be.
The best way I can help is a breakdown of entry level rent for 1BRs in the \~4 most popular central/walkable areas:
UPTOWN - Older: $1500+ / Newer: \~$1800+
KNOX-HENDERSON - West of 75: $1800+ / East of 75: $1400+
LOWER GREENVILLE: - Older: $1450+ / Newer: $1950+
TURTLE CREEK/OAK LAWN: - Turtle Creek: $1700+ / Oak Lawn: $1400+
Hope that helps, my friend! If there’s anything at all that I can help out with on your apt hunt (specific unit searches, questions, tour appt setting, etc.), please don’t hesitate to reach out in chat/DM any time! I’d be more than happy to help and my assistance (formal or informal) is always totally free.
Have a great move!!
NegotiationSalt666@reddit
Lower end-ish $1800, a 2bd/2batb, close to downtown Dallas.
liquidnight247@reddit
Not in uptown. Maybe a 1 bed. Dont forget the various fees that add another $300 on
NegotiationSalt666@reddit
I said that in another post, someone moving from Atlanta to Dallas and i was told to f— off. Like? Sorry for letting you know the base rate is not the final monthly payment? Jfc.
Nola40@reddit
There are many apartments in the uptown neighborhood that are nice and affordable for someone making $75k/yr as long as you are splitting rent. Living alone is another story and you wouldn’t have nearly as many options in the most desirable areas of Dallas proper.
Common-Drawer3132@reddit
Locations for $196k/yr
BenEDSnDFW2018@reddit
You're not the Original Poster.
Hembalaya@reddit
For $196k per year, you have your pick of where to live. Puts you at a budget around $5,500/mo for rent, which means you can choose your lifestyle and location.
What are you looking for? High rise living, single family home, walkable neighborhood? You have a lot of flexibility at that budget.
ELB74@reddit
My daughter just signed a lease in turtle creek area (close to up town) 2b2b for around $2400 a month.
liquidnight247@reddit
That sounds about right for a lot of areas in Dallas that are not ghetto
Street_Passenger8314@reddit
Honestly, with a $75k salary in Dallas, you’re in a solid position—especially if you’re open to a roommate.
For a 2-bedroom in Uptown, you’re typically looking at: • ~$2,200–$3,000 total rent • Split between two people = about $1,100–$1,500 each
That keeps you right in a comfortable range financially (most apartments also want you under ~30–35% of your income).
Uptown is great for what you’re looking for—walkability, nightlife, younger crowd—but if you want a little more space or newer units for the price, areas like Knox/Henderson, Lower Greenville, or even parts of Frisco/Plano are worth considering too.
If you want, I can actually send you a few 2-bedroom options that fit your budget + vibe so you can see what’s realistic before you move 👀
Hembalaya@reddit
Depends on what amenities you’re looking for. Based on your salary, you should try to keep your rent under $2,083 per month. There are some places where you can find 2B apartments under $2k, but they’re few and far between.
For your situation, I would look for a private rental in Oak Lawn or Knox St area. There are some older condos that have great pricing, but are still close to the action. I’ve place several clients in these areas and they’ve loved it!
If you want to chat more, my DMs are open. I’m an apartment locator an help folks like yourself find apartments all the time. Happy to help, and best of all, my services are free to you!