Arlington Apartments and Rentals

Head to the Lone Star state to discover Arlington apartments for rent. Located right in the middle of Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington is anything but your average "mid city". It has a population of more than 374,000 and is spread across 100 square miles. In both population and area, it has a unique distinction. It is the largest "mid" city in America, according to Arlington history. You'll want to hop on the Arlington Trolley and explore all that this city has to offer.

You'll quickly find that everything's bigger in Texas when you start to explore the city and look for apartments in Arlington for rent. This big mid city is divided into a few different areas, all of which you'll want to get to experience before making the big move. Start in the entertainment district. Described by Experience Arlington as the epicenter of all the action in North Texas, the Arlington Entertainment District is an approximate half-mile radius that houses the Cowboys Stadium and Rangers Ballpark in Arlington and thrill-seeking attractions like Hurricane Harbor and Six Flags Over Texas. Also included in this district is one of the most popular areas in the city, Lincoln Square, which features dining, shopping and night time entertainment. Next, explore the The Parks at Arlington where you can browse a bevy of premiere shops. You'll also find entertainment, and kids will love Alley Cats, which features mini-golf, bowling, laser tag and arcade gaming. Last on your list of places to visit should be the downtown/University of Texas at Austin area, which is an up-and-coming neighborhood. According to the Arlington Heights tourism department, this area is the new hotspot for nightlife. It also includes the Levitt Pavilion which features a free summer concert series every year. The University of Texas at Arlington creates a college town atmosphere and school pride displayed throughout the area.

You'll be glad to know that the cost of living is inexpensive when you're looking for Arlington apartments for rent. According to AreaVibes, the cost of living in Arlington is 0.6 percent less than the national average. Apartment prices are a little higher in this area, though, with AreaVibes reporting that the median rental rates in Arlington are 14.3 percent greater than the Texas average and 1.6 percent greater than the National average. AreaVibes gives Arlington an "A" for weather and an "A" grade for local amenities.

If you're looking for a new job as well as apartments in Arlington, some of the major employers in the area include J.P. Morgan, General Motors, the City of Arlington, Arlington Independent School District and the University of Texas at Austin. Colleges and universities nearby, in addition to the University of Texas at Austin, are Tarrant County College, North Lake College, Texas Christian University and the University of Dallas.