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Studio Apartments for Rent in Forney, TX

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    Starting at $1,102

    Total Monthly Price

    • Studio - 2 Beds

    1205 N Gateway Blvd, Forney, TX 75126

    Discover all that awaits when you live at Rylan at Gateway! Our apartments in Forney, TX come in a variety of spacious studio, 1, and 2 bedroom floor plans and feature modern amenities. Take advantage of living in new apartments in Forney, TX with contemporary and stylish fixtures in every room of your new home. Right outside the front doors of our apartments for rent in Forney, TX, you can find

    Rylan at Gateway

    1205 N Gateway Blvd, Forney, TX 75126

Why Live in Forney

Forney, Texas, located 22 miles east of Downtown Dallas, combines the convenience of a big-city suburb with the charm of a smaller, rural town. Known as the "Antique Capital of Texas," Forney boasts a thriving local antique industry and a historic downtown area featuring craft beer, live music, and food vendors. The city's population has grown significantly, reaching 32,000 in 2022. Homebuyers can find a mix of older homes near downtown and newer, larger houses in subdivisions like Grayhawk and Devonshire. Forney Community Park, with its playground, splash pad, sports fields, and the 5,000-seat Spellman Amphitheater, offers numerous things to do, including concerts and free movie nights. The Spellman Museum of Forney History and nearby Lake Ray Hubbard provide additional recreational options. Forney High School is highly rated for its college prep, engineering, and athletics programs. The city is safer than the national average, with lower violent and property crime rates. Forney's location along Highway 80 and proximity to Interstate 20 makes commuting to Dallas easy, while Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 39 miles away. The city faces environmental challenges such as moderate wildfire risk, major wind factors, and extreme summer heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Forney, TX?
The median rent for a home in Forney, TX is $2,300 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of July 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes and townhouses are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Forney, TX?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Forney, TX, a household needs to earn roughly $92,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,300 per month in Forney, TX, renters typically need to show $6,900 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Forney, TX?
In Forney, TX, the price-to-rent ratio is 12.3, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,300
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,250
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,495
Median Condo Rent
$1,350
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