North Dallas apartments, Plano side — Plano prices for Dallas proximity?
North Dallas apartment hunters in the Plano area have no shortage of glossy amenity lists, so the real differences show up in how staff actually treat residents day to day: how fast maintenance shows up, whether the leasing office remembers your name, and what happens after move-in. This ranking pulls from resident reviews across the Legacy West, Legacy Town Center, and North Plano corridors, weighing sentiment and consistency using our methodology rather than star ratings alone.
Most of these complexes cluster around Legacy West and Legacy Town Center, walkable to shops, restaurants, and office campuses, with a few options further north near Plano's residential neighborhoods. Expect resort-style pools and fitness centers as the baseline here; what separates them is staff follow-through and how units hold up after the first few months.
19 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park Residences Plano 55+ Cottages & Apartments | 82 | 4.8 (77) | — | 55+ community living |
| 2 | LVL29 Apartments | 78 | 4.3 (232) | — | Luxury high-rise, city views |
| 3 | Windsor West Plano Apartments | 78 | 4.4 (278) | — | Attentive leasing tours |
| 4 | Windsor Metro West Apartments | 75 | 4.5 (419) | — | luxury high rise |
| 5 | Villas of Mission Bend | 74 | 4.3 (56) | — | Smaller, personal-touch community |
| 6 | The Grand at Legacy West | 72 | 4.3 (256) | — | Walkable Legacy West location |
| 7 | The Savannah at Gateway | 71 | 3.9 (160) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 8 | McDermott 55 | 70 | 4.4 (82) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 9 | Cottages at Tulane | 68 | 4 (205) | — | townhome style |
| 10 | Evergreen At Plano | 68 | 4.2 (83) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 11 | Heritage At Lakeside | 68 | 4 (169) | — | townhome style |
| 12 | Overture Plano | 67 | 4.3 (66) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 13 | The Orchards at Market Plaza | 65 | 4.2 (40) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 14 | Jada Legacy Central Apartments | 64 | 3.8 (378) | — | townhome style |
| 15 | Novum Plano Apartments | 63 | 4.1 (22) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 16 | Legacy Apartments | 61 | 3.7 (97) | — | pet friendly |
| 17 | Gala At Premier Apartments | 61 | 4 (26) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 18 | McDermott Crossing | 53 | 3 (2) | — | senior 55 plus |
| 19 | The Tipton Group | 51 | 2.3 (89) | — | luxury high rise |
Ranked picks
Park Residences Plano 55+ Cottages & Apartments
score 82/100A tight-knit 55+ community with staff who know residents by name and fast maintenance, despite one flagged move-out dispute.
LVL29 Apartments
score 78/100Staff like Melanie and Ana get called out for treating residents like family, backed by a resort pool and Legacy West location.
Windsor West Plano Apartments
score 78/100Patrick, Loann, and maintenance tech Hector impress early on, though post-move-in issues with locks and pests pull the score down.
Windsor Metro West Apartments
score 75/100Maintenance technicians like Edgar Delcid and Ramon earn consistent five-star praise for fast, professional repairs.
Villas of Mission Bend
score 74/100Property manager Debbie earns repeat praise for responsiveness, though a couple of reviews flag unresolved unit defects.
The Grand at Legacy West
score 72/100Strong location and staff like Erin and Liz stand out, but front desk consistency and maintenance speed have slipped over time.
The Savannah at Gateway
score 71/100Staff warmth and responsiveness stand out: Yolanda, Bessie, and Janet handle move-ins with genuine care, and maintenance fixes arrive fast when prioritized (under 24 hours noted).
McDermott 55
score 70/100Residents report a marked turnaround since Shiva and Coco took management roles, with phone calls now answered and maintenance handled promptly.
Cottages at Tulane
score 68/100Strong staff rapport masks inconsistent service delivery.
Evergreen At Plano
score 68/100Most residents stay long-term and praise quick maintenance responses, friendly staff, and community events.
Heritage At Lakeside
score 68/100New management has earned strong resident loyalty through quick responsiveness and genuine care, with multiple long-term residents praising staff like Marcus, Dominique, and Becky for their professionalism and event coordination.
Overture Plano
score 67/100Most residents describe a lively community with strong social programming and genuine friendships formed quickly.
The Orchards at Market Plaza
score 65/100Years of loyal residents praise the staff warmth and social calendar, especially Gaby's themed events and water aerobics.
Jada Legacy Central Apartments
score 64/100Strong personal connections with specific leasing staff members like Maria, Sierra, and Keke keep some residents satisfied, and the location near shopping and highways appeals to commuters.
Novum Plano Apartments
score 63/100Residents consistently praise the staff by name, particularly Cristian, Myra, and Alberto, and report smooth move-ins and a clean, new property.
Legacy Apartments
score 61/100Five-star reviews praise staff longevity, same-day minor repairs, and safety.
Gala At Premier Apartments
score 61/100Recent residents consistently praise Carlos, the on-site maintenance person, for his responsiveness and care, and value the friendly staff and peaceful community feel.
McDermott Crossing
score 53/100One recent resident praised staff helpfulness and apartment quality during move-in.
The Tipton Group
score 51/100Tipton's record is deeply divided: 31% five-star reviews praise individual staff and smooth operations, but 66% one and two-star reviews detail prolonged maintenance failures, pest infestations, mold, and billing disputes across multiple properties.