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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bark park
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • On-call maintenance
  • Shimmering swimming pool
  • Dog wash stations
  • Pet stations

Location

Plano, TX 75074, USA|Briarwood
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Management

American Communities

Leasing office

(972) 943-3050

Open 

Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Bel Air Downtown earns a strong overall impression with an 8.8/10 expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a highly convenient location. It also stands out for pet-friendly features and nearby services, along with practical advantages like quick access to transit, a top-rated high school, many photos, and solid value per square foot.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” 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, Bel Air Downtown is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bel Air Downtown 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

  • More space
  • Public transit nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath497+ sqft$1,189–$1,311 /mo3 units available
A41 bed1 bath815+ sqft$1,199–$1,554 /mo6 units available
A31 bed1 bath719+ sqft$1,199–$1,561 /mo10 units available
A21 bed1 bath701+ sqft$1,325–$1,498 /mo10 units available
A11 bed1 bath593+ sqft$1,347–$1,417 /mo2 units available
B22 bed2 bath1,276 sqft$1,699 /mo1 unit available
B12 bed2 bath1,034+ sqft$1,755–$1,969 /mo10 units available
B32 bed2 bath1,075+ sqft$1,850–$2,080 /mo3 units available
B42 bed2 bath1,324 sqft$2,175 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Bel Air Downtown

Apartment Amenities

BalconyCarpet
Exposed BrickHardwood Floor
High CeilingHigh Ceilings
PatioSpacious Bedrooms
Walk-in ClosetZen Courtyard

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Washer Dryer Connections

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Business CenterCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center

Grounds

Courtyard with Picnic AreaGarden Tubs
GateOutdoor Space
Pet ParkStorage
Swimming Pool
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Trash Admin Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$3

Utilities - Trash/waste Removal

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$20

Pest Control Fee

Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$6

Residential Liability Insurance Program

Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$15

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

1st Cat

1st Cat Fee

One-time. 2 1st cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$400

1st Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$25

1st Dog

1st Dog Fee

One-time. 2 1st dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$400

1st Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$25

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Building details

Property details

Units256
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About Bel Air Downtown

HomeApartments in PlanoBriarwood Bel Air Downtown

Bel Air Downtown offers a variety of amenities including garage parking, controlled access entry, and on-call and on-site maintenance. Exercise your mind and body at our state-of-the-art fitness center or enjoy a refreshing dip in our shimmering swimming pool. We gladly welcome your pets and feature a bark park, dog wash stations, and pet stations.


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, Bel Air Downtown is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bel Air Downtown 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 Bel Air Downtown
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.
Bel Air Downtown 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.
Bel Air Downtown 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.
Bel Air Downtown 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 Bel Air Downtown 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.

Bel Air Downtown is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site pool or spa
  • Communal green spaces or garden
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Bel Air Downtown compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 88 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Public transit nearby
Only 0.2 miles from transit
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.6 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Extra storage
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pool
Enhanced community features
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.3 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Briarwood

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Briarwood.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Bel Air Downtown to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Briarwood.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Briarwood
Plano
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Plano
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,511
November 2024$1,484
December 2024$1,468
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,511
March 2025$1,487
April 2025$1,472
May 2025$1,462
June 2025$1,422
July 2025$1,413
August 2025$1,424
September 2025$1,431
October 2025$1,418
November 2025$1,448
December 2025$1,457
January 2026$1,448
February 2026$1,478
March 2026$1,366
April 2026$1,385
May 2026$1,360
June 2026$1,351
July 2026$1,290
August 2026$1,327
September 2026$1,393
October 2026$1,389
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Briarwood
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,297
November 2024$1,297
May 2025$1,347
June 2025$1,274
July 2025$1,325
August 2025$1,331
September 2025$1,329
October 2025$1,291
November 2025$1,291
December 2025$1,325
January 2026$1,217
February 2026$1,199
March 2026$1,181
April 2026$1,199
May 2026$1,272
June 2026$1,280
July 2026$1,215
August 2026$1,249
September 2026$1,124
October 2026$1,199

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,560/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,560 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,189.
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Schools near Bel Air Downtown

Head Start

1600 rigsbee dr

plano, TX, 75074

PKPublic

Meadows Elementary School

2800 18th st

plano, TX, 75074

K-5Public
B+

Allan K. & Carolyn H. Bird Education Center

1300 19th st

plano, TX, 75074

K-5Public
A

Isaacs Early Childhood School

3400 e parker rd

plano, TX, 75074

PKPublic

Pearson Early Childhood

4000 eagle pass

plano, TX, 75023

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Briarwood | Plano, TX

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around TX 75074 near Plano

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

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

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for Plano, TX 75074

Groceries

7/10
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

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

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

Explore the area around Plano

Walmart Neighborhood Market
3513 E Park Blvd
Madina Market
1409 Shiloh Rd
Fiesta Mart
1200 E Parker Rd
ALDI
2400 K Ave
Maui Foods International
2901 Summit Ave

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