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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern finishes
  • Zen garden
  • Outdoor kitchen area
  • Optional covered parking
  • Appliance packages
  • Courtyard

Location

5520 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75214, USA
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Management

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Leasing office

(940) 304-2400

Property Overview

Royal Palms offers strong overall value with a 7.9/10 expert rating, highlighted by competitive pricing (8/10) and excellent amenities and location (both 9/10), including modern finishes, appliance packages, a courtyard, zen garden, and outdoor kitchen area. Renters benefit from convenient access to a top-rated elementary school and multiple nearby pet hospitals and pet supply stores, plus outdoor spaces and optional covered parking, while a solid trustworthiness rating (7/10) suggests clear and transparent property information.

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

7.9
Very Good
Royal Palms is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath610 sqft$1,150–$1,260 /mo2 units availableWelcome to Royal Palms - where Palm Springs vibes meet the heart of Texas! This beautifully renovated property offers a courtyard complete with a zen garden, outdoor kitchen area, and optional covered parking! Updates abound with appliance packages, sleek modern finishes, and more! ***MOVE-IN SPECIAL - FOUR WEEKS FREE!*** Monthly Fees: Water and trash billed back Assigned Parking (optional): $35-$50 Residents are responsible for setting up electricity in their name. Pet Deposit $400 per pet, limit 1 pet. Monthly pet rent $25-$50. Utility-Admin fee $3.00 monthly.

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Amenities for Royal Palms

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Gated Parking

Services

Gas Included in Rent
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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About Royal Palms

HomeApartments in Dallas Royal Palms

Welcome to Royal Palms - where Palm Springs vibes meet the heart of Texas! This beautifully renovated property offers a courtyard complete with a zen garden, outdoor kitchen area, and optional covered parking! Updates abound with appliance packages, sleek modern finishes, and more! Water billed back Trash $10 Community Fee $15 Pet Deposit $400 per animal


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Royal Palms is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Royal Palms
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Royal Palms is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
Royal Palms goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Royal Palms receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Royal Palms 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 Royal Palms does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Royal Palms provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Great apartments! Have the best customer service, everything is so clean and well remodeled, very safe and quiet place! Love it!

Elevated Worship

Elevated Worship

Dec 16, 2020

They were a great starter place for me and my family.

Cassandra Vercher

Cassandra Vercher

Dec 21, 2017

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Royal Palms is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

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 Royal Palms compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Dallas

1-bedroom apartments at Royal Palms cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dallas.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Dallas
A table of studio rental data trends in Dallas
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,403
July 2024$1,400
August 2024$1,369
September 2024$1,375
October 2024$1,391
November 2024$1,429
December 2024$1,398
January 2025$1,394
February 2025$1,408
March 2025$1,399
April 2025$1,388
May 2025$1,371
June 2025$1,359
July 2025$1,344
August 2025$1,361
September 2025$1,404
October 2025$1,392
November 2025$1,391
December 2025$1,381
January 2026$1,382
February 2026$1,391
March 2026$1,333
April 2026$1,354
May 2026$1,278

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Royal Palms

William Lipscomb Elementary School

5801 worth st

dallas, TX, 75214

PK, K-5Public
B-

Solar Preparatory School for Girls at Bonham

2617 n henderson ave

dallas, TX, 75206

PK, K-8Public
A-

Eddie Bernice Johnson STEM Academy

201 s goode rd

wilmer, TX, 75212

PK, K-5Public
C+

Hybrid Future School

3801 herschel ave

dallas, TX, 75219

3-8Public
A-

H.S. Thompson Elementary School

5700 bexar st

dallas, TX, 75215

K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Dallas near 5520 Gaston Ave

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5520 Gaston Ave, Dallas

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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