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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Large, open floorplans
  • Generously sized patios
  • Attractive variety of well-designed townhomes and excellent apartment homes

Location

12500 Merit Dr, Dallas, TX 75251, USA|Hillcrest Forest
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Management

Avenue5 Residential, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 620-8308

Open today 

9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

La Costa Villas offers large, open floorplans, generously sized patios, and a strong mix of well-designed townhomes and apartment homes. It scores highly overall for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, with especially strong marks for price and amenities. It also stands out for fitness and wellness features, pet-friendly nearby resources, and a solid set of photos for a clear property overview.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, La Costa Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Costa Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fireplace

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath658 sqft$1,238–$1,487 /mo2 units available
A31 bed1 bath723 sqft$1,280–$1,552 /mo2 units available
Townhome 11 bed1.5 bath860 sqft$1,330–$1,570 /mo1 unit available
Townhome 22 bed2.5 bath1,208 sqft$1,623–$2,054 /mo6 units available
B12 bed2 bath942 sqft$1,626–$1,969 /mo4 units available
Townhome 33 bed2 bath1,300 sqft$2,037–$2,533 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for La Costa Villas

Apartment Amenities

9' CeilingsAir Conditioning
BalconyCeiling Fan
FireplaceHigh Ceilings
PatioQuartz Countertops
Wood-style Flooring

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Track LightingWasher and Dryer

Tech

Nest Thermostat

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Free WeightsPackage Lockers
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue/Picnic Area
Garage ParkingGate
Outdoor SpacePickleball Court
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

Bilt RewardsPackage Service
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Credit Check Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Fee for processing screening (per applicant).

$85

Non-refundable Administrative Fee

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. One-time processing fee for administrative costs.

$175

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Refundable deposit for damages or lease obligations.

Usage Based

Electric

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly electric charges.

Usage Based

Sewer

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly wastewater and sewer charge.

Usage Based

Trash

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly trash services fee.

Usage Based

Water

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly community water services charge.

Usage Based

Valet Trash

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Fee for valet trash service (doorstep pickup).

$30

Bulk Cable/internet

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly cable/internet service fee.

$75

Amenity Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Fee for enjoyment of access to shared community amenities.

$16

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Pet

Pet Screening Fee (Per Pet).

Annually. 2 pets max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Fee for pet screening.

$30

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units260
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About La Costa Villas

HomeApartments in DallasHillcrest Forest La Costa Villas

Featuring an attractive variety of well-designed townhomes and excellent apartment homes, La Costa Villas is a sterling community by any reasonable standard. With large, open floorplans, generously sized patios, and a variety of flooring, cabinetry, appliances, and lighting options, our residents experience little-to-no trouble in making a home for themselves in La Costa Villas.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, La Costa Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Costa Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated La Costa Villas
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
La Costa Villas offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
La Costa Villas stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
La Costa Villas is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While La Costa Villas does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How La Costa Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Hillcrest Forest

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Hillcrest Forest.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at La Costa Villas to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hillcrest Forest.

3-bedroom apartments at La Costa Villas cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest Forest.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Hillcrest Forest
Dallas
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dallas
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,424
October 2024$1,448
November 2024$1,431
December 2024$1,415
January 2025$1,410
February 2025$1,428
March 2025$1,428
April 2025$1,430
May 2025$1,437
June 2025$1,452
July 2025$1,457
August 2025$1,469
September 2025$1,480
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,448
December 2025$1,447
January 2026$1,473
February 2026$1,505
March 2026$1,372
April 2026$1,371
May 2026$1,346
June 2026$1,340
July 2026$1,300
August 2026$1,284
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Hillcrest Forest
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,463
October 2024$1,460
November 2024$1,432
December 2024$1,433
January 2025$1,454
February 2025$1,457
March 2025$1,486
April 2025$1,510
May 2025$1,588
June 2025$1,663
July 2025$1,519
August 2025$1,454
September 2025$1,435
October 2025$1,422
November 2025$1,422
December 2025$1,438
January 2026$1,465
February 2026$1,442
March 2026$1,402
April 2026$1,399
May 2026$1,382
June 2026$1,380
July 2026$1,356
August 2026$1,344

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 12500 Merit Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$51,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,280.
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Schools near La Costa Villas

Prestonwood Montessori at E.D. Walker

12532 nuestra dr

dallas, TX, 75230

PK, K-3Public

Thurgood Marshall Student Success Academy

9666 ferris branch blvd.

dallas, TX, 75243

2-12Public

West Dallas Area

9400 n central expy

dallas, TX, 75231

PK, K-8Public

Downtown Montessori

1901 main st

dallas, TX, 75201

PK, K-4Public
B

Michael M. Boone Elementary School

8385 durham st

dallas, TX, 75225

K-4Public
A
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Getting around Dallas near 12500 Merit Dr

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 12500 Merit Dr, Dallas

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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