Northeast Dallas (Skillman Area) Second Chance Apartments — 1 Bedroom from $985
Fresh start, prime location. The Skillman corridor in Northeast Dallas gives second-chance renters a clean slate with everyday convenience—close to Lake Highlands, White Rock Creek trails, and quick routes to US-75 and I-635.
Prices and availability are subject to change. Prices are as of today’s date September 10, 2025.
Policies & Approvals (At-a-Glance)
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Deposit: $0 to start
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Fees: App $50 • Admin $200 • Renter’s insurance required
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Lease Terms: 6–12 months
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Office Hours: Mon–Fri 9–6 • Sat 10–5 • Sun Closed
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Pets: Cats & Dogs OK • Up to 50 lbs (breed limits)
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Pet deposit: $300 non-refundable • Pet rent: $20/mo
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Schools (Richardson ISD): Forest Lane Academy • Forest Meadow MS • Lake Highlands HS
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Screening: Income 3× rent • Credit & rental history check
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Will Consider: Co-signers • First-time renters • Broken leases • Evictions • Bankruptcies • Foreclosures • Misdemeanors • Felons (case by case)
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Community Amenities
Outdoors & Shared Spaces: Fitness center • Pool • Gated entry • Perimeter fencing • Assigned parking • Clubhouse • Outdoor grills • Two laundry rooms • On-site Dog Park • School bus stop • Handicap-modified units • DART bus stop
In-Home Comforts: W/D connections • Walk-in closets • Private patios/balconies • Cable-ready • High-speed internet • High ceilings • Exterior storage closet • Custom built-ins • Self-cleaning ovens • Dishwashers • Disposals • Fireplaces (select “fp”) • Ceiling fans • Miniblinds • Frost-free refrigerators
Floorplans & Pricing
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1×1 — 548–825 sf — $985–$1,234
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1×1 + Sunroom — 855 sf — $1,287
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2×2 — 1,048–1,255 sf — $1,530–$1,791 — Full W/D connections
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2×2 + Sunroom — 1,155 sf — $1,665 — Full W/D connections
Legend: fp = Fireplace (select units) • † Plus electric, water, gas, trash.
Live • Work • Eat • Play — Skillman / Northeast Dallas
Live: Relaxed, tree-lined vibe with roomy closets, sunroom options, and patios—great light and practical layouts for WFH or roommates.
Work: Be on US-75, 635, or Greenville Ave in minutes. DART bus access helps if you’re car-light. Co-working cafés nearby make remote days simple.
Eat: Classic taquerías, pho spots, and Lake Highlands favorites sit minutes away; grocery runs are easy with multiple markets along Skillman/Audelia.
Play: Hop to White Rock Lake for sunrise loops, explore the SoPac/Katy Trail connections, or catch youth sports and community events around Lake Highlands Town Center.
Why Choose the Skillman Corridor (for Second-Chance Renters)
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Approval Flexibility: Broad “will consider” list—broken lease/eviction/bankruptcy history can be reviewed.
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Budget-Friendly Start: $0 deposit entry plus fair app/admin fees helps cash flow.
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Commuter Smart: Central to 75/635 with bus access—shorter, cheaper commutes.
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Practical Amenities: W/D connections, storage, and parking—everyday life is easier.
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Nature + City: Quick jump to trails and lakes without leaving the city grid.
A Quick Local History
Northeast Dallas around Skillman grew up as Dallas expanded north in the ’60s–’80s—garden-style apartments and neighborhood centers stitched together by creeks and greenbelts. Recent years brought reinvestment in Lake Highlands Town Center and trail connectivity, keeping the area livable, transit-friendly, and value-forward while staying close to core Dallas.
How I Can Help (Free)
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I call properties for you in advance to pre-approve you.
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Build a custom list that fits your history and budget.
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Coach you on income docs, co-signers, deposits, and timing.
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Map out tour routes and apply-ready steps so you don’t waste fees.
What to Do Next
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Request your Skillman/Northeast Dallas list (tell me your move date + budget).
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Tour your top 3–5 picks.
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Apply and write “Bryan Williams – Spirit Real Estate Group” on all guest cards and applications (keep proof so our service stays free).
Contact
Bryan Williams — Spirit Real Estate Group
Phone: 972-748-3705
Email: bryanw85@gmail.com
Website: www.secondchanceleasingdallas.com
Pics are of model apartments at this location
All information is deemed accurate but not guaranteed; pricing and policies are subject to change without notice.
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