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MAA Highlands North

$948 – $1,768/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 275–1,150 sq ft
  • 15 units available
  • Pet friendly
16500 Lauder Ln, Dallas, TX, 75248

As of October 13, 2026, MAA Highlands North in Dallas, TX has 15 apartments for rent from $948 to $1,768/mo. One-bedrooms start at $948 and two-bedrooms at $1,528. The average asking rent has held near $1,285 since May 16, 2026.

Floor plans

7 floor plans · 15 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

The Refuge

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 275 Sq Ft

Starting at $948/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
015104B$968275Oct 7
0124204B$948275Oct 9
0122204B$948275Oct 14

The Meridian

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 630 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,118/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0122102$1,118630Oct 12
018208$1,218630Oct 16

The Chateau

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 600 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,173/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
011203$1,173600Oct 12
012103$1,178600Oct 30
012201$1,193600Dec 10

The Granada

1 Bedroom • 1.5 Baths • 840 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,308/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0126102$1,313840Oct 10
0114101$1,308840Oct 12

The Franco

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 643 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,318/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
019200$1,318643Nov 22

The Majestic

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,000 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,528/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0111101$1,5681,000Nov 15
0118203$1,5281,000Dec 10

The Dominion

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,150 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,645/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
012202$1,6451,150Oct 12
011205$1,7681,150Dec 14

See all 63 units listed at MAA Highlands North, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at MAA Highlands North has ranged from $1,236 to $1,451. The current average is $1,285, up $5 (0.4%) from $1,279 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (120 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,274$948 – $1,76816
Sep 2026$1,354$948 – $1,76017
Aug 2026$1,414$988 – $1,88513
Jul 2026$1,375$933 – $1,88523
Jun 2026$1,344$150 – $1,83520
May 2026$1,322$1,008 – $1,66321

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $948 – $1,768/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 7

Monthly fees

Community Fee

$18/mo

MAA Connect

$85/mo

Pet Rent 1 Pet

$15/mo

Pet Rent 2 Pets

$30/mo

Storage Space

$35/mo

Due at signing

Application Deposit

$150

Application Fee

$60

Pet Fee 1 Pet

$400

Pet Fee 2 Pets

$800

Processing Fee

$160

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Dallas area.

Lowest-priced apartment: The Refuge at $948

$1,389/mo

$441/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $948

  • Community Fee

    $18

  • MAA Connect

    $85

  • Pet Rent 1 Pet

    $15

  • Pet Rent 2 Pets

    $30

  • Storage Space

    $35

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $165

  • Internet

    est.

    $76

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $17

  • All-in monthly

    $1,389

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$948$1,389$34,128/yr
2 bedrooms$1,528$2,046$55,008/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $34,128 a year for the $948 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Dallas earns $57,052 a year.

Compared with the Dallas area

The median one-bedroom at MAA Highlands North asks $1,178 a month, about the same as the Dallas area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,224. Typical asking rents across the area are down 2.3% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereDallas-area asking rentDallas rent paid
1 bedroom$1,178$1,224$1,354
2 bedrooms$1,607$1,453$1,607
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Dallas, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • 24-Hour Fitness Center

  • 24-Hour Laundry Care Center

  • Additional Storage

  • Award-Winning Landscaping

  • Bark Park

  • Business Center With Wifi

  • Carports Are Included

  • Close To Shopping

  • Coffee Bar

  • Courtesy Officer

  • Courtyard

  • Fitness Center

  • Full Size Washer & Dryer Available Upon Request

  • Onsite Storage Units For Rent

  • Open Arms Facility

  • Pest Control Service

  • Pet-Friendly Community

  • Picnic Area

  • Planned Resident Events

  • Preferred Employer Discount

  • Smarthome Technology

  • Social Gathering Areas

  • Two Sparking Pools Onsite

  • Electricity Included

  • Premium Flooring

  • Smart Home Technology

  • Storage Large

  • Wet Bar


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Courtyard
    3 photos
  • Work space
  • Dog park
    2 photos

Location

16500 Lauder Ln, Dallas, TX, 75248


Resident reviews

4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.4
Maintenance3.6
Location2.7
Building Quality2.2
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.3

MAA Highlands North offers a quiet, well-maintained community with responsive maintenance and friendly office staff, though some residents report concerns about aging infrastructure, pet waste management, parking enforcement, and move-out fee practices. The property features convenient location near shopping and dining, ample parking, and amenities including pools and fitness center, with most residents praising quick maintenance response times and professional service.

Management and office staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, friendliness, and helpfulness, with maintenance requests typically resolved within 24-48 hours. However, some residents report concerns about move-in unit cleanliness, unclear fee disclosures, and inconsistent policy enforcement regarding noise complaints and neighbor conduct. Overall, staff professionalism is a strength, though billing transparency and move-out charge documentation present recurring friction points.

Maintenance response times are consistently fast, typically 24-48 hours or same-day service, with work orders completed promptly and professionally. The maintenance team is noted for quality repairs, thorough follow-up, and courteous service. However, some residents report issues with work orders marked complete without actual repairs, and concerns about underlying property conditions such as water intrusion, plumbing problems, and pest management in older units.

The property benefits from a convenient suburban location near shopping, dining, and transit access, with ample free parking and proximity to major thoroughfares. Residents consistently praise the quiet neighborhood setting and walkability to nearby amenities. However, concerns about maintenance responsiveness, unit condition issues, and security incidents (theft, package loss) appear in a notable portion of reviews, suggesting inconsistency in property upkeep and management follow-through.

Building quality experiences are mixed, with maintenance responsiveness generally praised but underlying structural and maintenance concerns frequently reported. Common issues include noise transmission between units, pest and mold concerns, aging infrastructure with water damage and deteriorating finishes, and inconsistent upkeep of common areas. Grounds and aesthetic appeal are noted positively, though cleanliness of shared facilities and common area maintenance are inconsistent.

Amenities and shared spaces are generally well-maintained, with residents consistently praising the pool, gym, and ample free covered parking. Maintenance and management staff are responsive, typically addressing work orders within 24-48 hours. However, some residents report concerns about gym cleanliness and equipment functionality, and common-area upkeep issues related to resident behavior rather than property maintenance.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Somewhat Walkable

Minimal Transit

Somewhat Bikeable


About this property

Book a tour of luxury 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at MAA Highlands North in Dallas. Rent starts at $958. Select units feature a washer/dryer, fireplace & more.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Bowie Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Parkhill Junior High School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.2 mi

Brentfield Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.2 mi

Spring Creek KinderCare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Westwood Junior High: the Math, Science, Leadership Magnet

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.5 mi

Pioneer Technology and Arts Academy North Dallas

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.5 mi

Pioneer Technology (PTAA) Fate

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.5 mi

Pioneer Technology (PTAA) Royse City Elementary School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary1.5 mi

Spanish Schoolhouse

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.5 mi

Ellen's Daycare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Contact & management