Home to Toyota, JPMorgan Chase and Legacy West, Plano pairs big-city jobs with Plano ISD schools and some of DFW's best-run apartment communities.
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HQ of Toyota, JPMorgan, Liberty Mutual
Consistently A-rated district
Rail to Downtown Dallas
Dining, nightlife & retail
Walkable urban district with luxury high-rises steps from major employers
Historic district on the DART line with breweries and local dining
Plano is the corporate capital of North Texas. Legacy West alone hosts Toyota North America, JPMorgan Chase, Liberty Mutual and Boeing Global Services, which is why so many relocating professionals ask us for apartments within a 10-minute drive of the Dallas North Tollway and Sam Rayburn Tollway.
The city is split roughly by US-75: West Plano offers the premium school zoning, larger floor plans and newer luxury communities; East Plano and the Downtown Plano DART district deliver the best value and a genuine walkable, transit-connected lifestyle.
Rents in Plano typically run $1,300-$2,400 for one and two bedrooms. Because inventory turns quickly near Legacy, we recommend starting your search 45-60 days before your move — we'll shortlist communities offering the strongest specials that week.
One-bedrooms in Plano average $1,300-$1,800 and two-bedrooms $1,700-$2,400. Luxury units in Legacy West run higher, while East Plano offers the most affordable options.
Legacy West and Legacy Town Center are the top picks: walkable to offices, restaurants and nightlife. Downtown Plano is a close second thanks to the DART Red Line and local brewery scene.
About 20 miles. Driving takes 30-45 minutes via US-75 or the Dallas North Tollway; the DART Red Line from Downtown Plano reaches Downtown Dallas in roughly 45 minutes with no parking hassle.
Most are. West and Central Plano communities are zoned to Plano ISD, one of the highest-rated large districts in Texas. Parts of far north Plano fall in Frisco ISD — we verify zoning for every recommendation.
Yes. Plano is one of our core service areas. Our licensed agents tour Plano communities weekly, know current specials, and our service is 100% free to renters — plus every client receives an Exclusive Move-In Rebate.
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It's workable in two pockets. Downtown Plano sits on the DART Red Line, so you can reach Richardson, Mockingbird Station and Downtown Dallas by rail, and the district itself is walkable to restaurants, breweries and the farmers market. Legacy West is walkable within the district (offices, dining, Legacy Hall) but you'll want a car for groceries and most errands. Everywhere else in Plano is car-first.
Budget $1,300-$1,800 for most one-bedrooms. East Plano and the Downtown DART district are the value end around $1,100-$1,400; West Plano garden-style communities land $1,400-$1,800; and the newer Legacy West mid-rises run $1,800-$2,400 before specials. Two-bedrooms add roughly $400-$600 to each of those ranges.
Lease-ups near Legacy West and along the Dallas North Tollway offer the deepest concessions, often four to eight weeks free while they fill. Established West Plano communities discount less but negotiate on deposits and admin fees in winter. We check current specials the day you tour, and every client receives an Exclusive Move-In Rebate on top of any property special.
Roughly 20 miles. Driving US-75 or the Tollway is 30-45 minutes at rush hour, 20-25 minutes off-peak. The DART Red Line from Downtown Plano to West End is about 45 minutes and lets you skip Central Expressway entirely. If you work at Legacy West, Toyota, JPMorgan or Liberty Mutual, most of our clients keep their drive under 10 minutes by staying west of US-75.
At garden-style communities in West and East Plano, open surface parking is almost always free; covered spots run $25-$50 and detached garages $100-$175 a month. Legacy West mid-rises charge for structured garage parking, typically $50-$125 per vehicle, so factor that into your monthly budget when comparing.
West Plano is dense with options: Tom Thumb, Kroger, Whole Foods (Park Blvd), Central Market (Coit and Park) and Trader Joe's near Preston. Legacy West residents lean on the Whole Foods at Legacy and Windrose Avenue dining. East Plano has H-E-B-owned Central Market alternatives and multiple Kroger locations along Parker and Spring Creek.
Most do, with breed and weight rules that vary by property. Pet deposits run $300-$500 with $20-$35 monthly pet rent per animal. Newer Legacy-area communities tend to include dog parks and wash stations; several West Plano communities sit on the Bluebonnet or Chisholm Trails for daily walks. Tell us your dog's breed and weight up front and we'll only show communities that approve it.
45-60 days before your move date. Plano inventory turns quickly, most communities only price units 30-60 days out, and the best specials are on units that are already vacant. Send us your budget and target move date and we'll shortlist availability that matches — our service is free to you.
Rent figures are asking rents observed by our agents and change weekly. DFW Apartment Locators complies with the Fair Housing Act and TREC rules; we describe housing, amenities and locations only, never who lives in an area.