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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Excellent schools
  • Internet & cable ready
  • Quiet family-friendly neighborhood

Location

3800 W Dove Ave, Mcallen, TX 78504, USA
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Property Overview

Gardenia Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by perfect scores for both price and amenities, plus a high 9/10 location rating for convenient access to schools, transportation, and everyday essentials like nearby grocery options. Residents can expect a quiet neighborhood with excellent schools, internet and cable readiness, and easy access to seven parks within a mile, making it attractive for those who prioritize walkability, public transit, and environmental sustainability, supported by a solid 8/10 trustworthiness rating.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Package service

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqftThis affordable apartment in North McAllen is nestled in a quiet family-friendly neighborhood offering you the comfort, convenience, and lifestyle you deserve. Enjoy the peace of a residential area while being just minutes from local shops, top-rated restaurants, and excellent schools. Plus, with easy access to Mission and central McAllen, you’re never far from where you need to be! Each unit comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer right in your home because convenience matters. Enjoy Spectrum connectivity with family and friends for only $49.99. Bring your furry friends along, they’ll love it here too! Ask us about our current move-in special! Resident Benefit Package - Only $25/Month: - Renter's Insurance: Peace of mind included. - Credit Building Services: Boost your credit score! - Identity Theft Protection: Stay safe and secure. - Move-In Concierge Service: Smooth transition to your new home. - Resident Rewards: Enjoy perks and benefits. - And More!
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bathThis affordable apartment in North McAllen is nestled in a quiet family-friendly neighborhood offering you the comfort, convenience, and lifestyle you deserve. Enjoy the peace of a residential area while being just minutes from local shops, top-rated restaurants, and excellent schools. Plus, with easy access to Mission and central McAllen, you’re never far from where you need to be! Enjoy internet and cable connection for $49.99. Each unit comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer right in your home because convenience matters. Bring your furry friends along, they’ll love it here too! With everything you need at your fingertips, 3800 Dove Ave is the perfect place to settle in and make unforgettable memories. Ask us about our current move in special! Resident Benefit Package - Only $25/Month: - Renter's Insurance: Peace of mind included. - Credit Building Services: Boost your credit score! - Identity Theft Protection: Stay safe and secure. - Move-In Concierge Service: Smooth transition to your new home. - Resident Rewards: Enjoy perks and benefits. - And More!

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Amenities for Gardenia Apartments

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DryerWasher

Appliances

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Washer and Dryer

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Package ServiceResident Benefit Package
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About Gardenia Apartments

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This affordable apartment in North McAllen is nestled in a quiet family-friendly neighborhood offering you the comfort, convenience, and lifestyle you deserve. Enjoy the peace of a residential area while being just minutes from local shops, top-rated restaurants, and excellent schools. Plus, with easy access to Mission and central McAllen, you’re never far from where you need to be! Each unit comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer right in your home because convenience matters. Enjoy Spectrum connectivity with family and friends for only $49.99. Bring your furry friends along, they’ll love it here too! Ask us about our current move-in special! Resident Benefit Package - Only $25/Month: - Renter's Insurance: Peace of mind included. - Credit Building Services: Boost your credit score! - Identity Theft Protection: Stay safe and secure. - Move-In Concierge Service: Smooth transition to your new home. - Resident Rewards: Enjoy perks and benefits. - And More!


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, Gardenia Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gardenia Apartments 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 Gardenia Apartments
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.
Gardenia Apartments 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.
Gardenia Apartments 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—in-unit laundry—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.
Gardenia Apartments 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 Gardenia Apartments 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.

Gardenia Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 7 parks within a mile

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 Gardenia Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Mcallen

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Mcallen
A table of studio rental data trends in Mcallen
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$850
June 2024$810
July 2024$800
August 2024$800
September 2024$800
October 2024$800
November 2024$800
December 2024$875
January 2025$870
February 2025$950
April 2025$950
May 2025$950
June 2025$893
July 2025$725
August 2025$725
September 2025$725
October 2025$725
November 2025$733
December 2025$900
January 2026$864
February 2026$850
March 2026$862
April 2026$900

Schools near Gardenia Apartments

Lucile Hendricks Elementary School

3900 goldcrest

mcallen, TX, 78504

PK, K-5Public
A-

Mission Early Learning

1201 bryce dr

mission, TX, 78572

PKPublic

Early Childhood

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edinburg, TX, 78541

PKPublic

Hidalgo Early Start Academy

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La Joya Isd Head Start Program

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Getting around Mcallen near 3800 W Dove Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 3800 W Dove Ave, Mcallen

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 3800 W Dove Ave

Walmart Supercenter
2800 W Nolana Ave
Earth Born Market
4580 N Taylor Rd
Walmart Neighborhood Market
5700 N 23rd St
Universal Market
905 W Dove Ave
Sprouts Farmers Market
5800 N 10th St

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