Not everyone in Rowlett is buying a house. Here's an honest look at the apartment options, ranked by resident experiences.
The Mansions at Lakeview (Lakeview Pkwy)
- Type: Luxury apartments
- Rent: 1BR $1,400-$1,700, 2BR $1,800-$2,300
- Pros: Newer construction, resort-style pool, fitness center, attached garages available. This is the nicest apartment complex in Rowlett by a clear margin.
- Cons: Price. You're paying near-Dallas rates for Rowlett. Some residents report thin walls between units. Management has been inconsistent — good periods and bad periods depending on the property manager.
- Rating: 7/10
The Village at Rowlett Creek (Rowlett Rd area)
- Type: Mid-range apartments
- Rent: 1BR $1,100-$1,350, 2BR $1,350-$1,650
- Pros: Good value, decent floor plans, convenient to DART station. Pet-friendly with dog park.
- Cons: Older property showing wear. Some units need cosmetic updates. Parking can be tight in the evenings.
- Rating: 6/10
Lakeshore Apartments (near the lake)
- Type: Mid-range apartments
- Rent: 1BR $1,050-$1,300, 2BR $1,250-$1,550
- Pros: Closest apartment to the lake. Some units have partial lake views. Walking distance to trail access.
- Cons: Older construction, management responsiveness has been an issue (based on Google reviews). Some pest control complaints. The "lake view" units are limited.
- Rating: 5/10
Smaller complexes and duplexes: Rowlett has a handful of smaller apartment properties and duplexes, mostly in the Princeton Park / central Rowlett area. Rents are lower ($900-$1,200 for 2BR) but quality varies significantly. Drive by and inspect before signing anything.
What's coming:
- The 280+ unit complex on Highway 66 (controversial) will add significant inventory when it opens, likely in late 2026 or 2027.
- Sapphire Bay may include luxury rental units in later phases.
Tips for Rowlett apartment hunting:
- Tour in person. Photos lie. Look at the actual unit, not the model.
- Check Google reviews from the last 6 months, not overall rating. Management changes affect quality dramatically.
- Ask about pest control schedule. This is Texas — bugs happen. A responsive pest control program matters.
- Check your commute during rush hour. Some complexes are on congested corridors.
- Verify the school zone if you have kids — it's determined by apartment address.
Sources:
- Apartments.com, Zillow Rentals — current pricing
- Google Reviews — filtered for recent reviews
- Personal visits to each complex, March 2026
Lived at The Mansions for a year. The apartment itself was great — nice finishes, good floor plan, the pool was beautiful. But the management turnover was frustrating. We had 3 different property managers in 12 months. Maintenance requests sometimes took weeks.