5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Zen garden
- Outdoor kitchen area
- Pet limit 1
Location
5520 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75214, USA
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Property Overview
Royal Palms receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its overall appeal to renters. With competitive pricing and a high amenities rating of 9, it offers a wealth of features, including a zen garden and outdoor kitchen, while also being situated conveniently near essential services like schools and pet-friendly locations. The property maintains a trustworthiness rating of 8, assuring potential renters of reliable management and transparency.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 610 sqft | $1,250–$1,260 /mo | 2 units available | 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! Monthly Fees: Water Billed Back Trash: $10 Assigned Parking (optional): $25-$35 Residents are responsible for setting up electricity in their name. Pet Deposit $400 per pet- Limit 1 pet. Monthly pet rent $25-$40. Utility-Admin fee $3.00 monthly. |
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Amenities for Royal Palms
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 23 |
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About 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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Royal Palms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Palms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Royal Palms 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·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·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.
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
Dec 16, 2020
They were a great starter place for me and my family.
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:
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 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dallas.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Dallas
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,307 |
| May 2024 | $1,282 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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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