Can I rent a furnished apartment in Dallas for just one month?

Some corporate housing operators offer 30-day minimums, though many prefer 60 to 90 days. Availability varies by property and season, so it helps to call ahead rather than rely only on listed terms.

Is a short-term lease more expensive than a 12-month lease?

Generally yes. The monthly rate is higher to offset furniture costs and turnover between short stays, even though there is no separate move-in furniture expense for you.

Do short-term corporate apartments come with parking and utilities included?

Many do, but it is not universal. Confirm what is bundled into the quoted rate versus billed separately before signing.

Short-term corporate apartment leases in Dallas

Corporate and furnished housing covers a wide range of lease lengths, but a lot of renters searching this category have one specific need: a lease under six months, sometimes as short as 30 days, for a job relocation, an insurance claim, travel nursing, or a consulting project. That is a different shopping trip than someone looking for a standard 12-month furnished unit.

This page narrows the list to communities and operators in the directory known for offering flexible, short-term terms rather than requiring a full-year commitment. Expect to see corporate housing providers near business hubs like Uptown, the Dallas Arts District, Legacy West, and the Galleria area, since that is where short-term corporate demand concentrates.

Look for properties that explicitly advertise 30, 60, or 90-day terms
Ask about proration and early-termination terms if your assignment date shifts
Confirm whether utilities, internet, and housewares are bundled into one rate

What it costs

Short-term leases typically carry a premium over a standard 12-month lease because the operator is pricing in furniture, turnover, and vacancy risk between tenants. The shorter the stay, the higher the nightly-equivalent rate tends to run. Bundled utilities and furniture packages also affect the quoted number, so compare what is actually included before judging a price high or low.

Top 3 by our score

Ranked from our published scoring of public Google reviews for corporate & furnished housing.

1. The Dalton Apartments McKinney
4.7★ · 107 reviews

81
2. MAA Legacy
4.5★ · 381 reviews

86
3. Mansions of McKinney
4.7★ · 247 reviews

86

FAQ

Can I rent a furnished apartment in Dallas for just one month?: Some corporate housing operators offer 30-day minimums, though many prefer 60 to 90 days. Availability varies by property and season, so it helps to call ahead rather than rely only on listed terms.
Is a short-term lease more expensive than a 12-month lease?: Generally yes. The monthly rate is higher to offset furniture costs and turnover between short stays, even though there is no separate move-in furniture expense for you.
Do short-term corporate apartments come with parking and utilities included?: Many do, but it is not universal. Confirm what is bundled into the quoted rate versus billed separately before signing.