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The Francesca

$1,675 – $1,715/mo

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1.5 baths
  • 957 sq ft
  • 3 units available
4214 Rawlins St, Dallas, TX, 75219

As of October 14, 2026, The Francesca in Dallas, TX has 3 apartments for rent from $1,675 to $1,715/mo. The average asking rent has risen 1.6% since July 1, 2026, from $1,675 to $1,702.


Floor plans

The Francesca has 3 units available in 1 floor plan: a two-bedroom layout (957 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 957 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,675/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
114$1,715957Sep 1
112$1,715957Oct 5
117$1,675957Jan 13

See all 4 units listed at The Francesca, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Francesca, a two-bedroom starts at about $2,010 a month all-in: $1,675 rent and an estimated $335 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$2,010/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Francesca takes about $60,300 a year for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,010 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $85,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,010/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$85,500/yr

Income to qualify

$60,300/yr

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Francesca has ranged from $1,337 to $1,765. The current average is $1,702, up $27 (1.6%) from $1,675 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (37 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Francesca, the security deposit is $450.

  • Rent

    $1,675 – $1,715/mo
  • Security deposit

    $450
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 13

Amenities

The Francesca has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 1 amenity: w/d in unit.

  • W/D In Unit


Location

4214 Rawlins St, Dallas, TX, 75219


Resident reviews

Residents of The Francesca rate amenities and shared spaces (5.0) and maintenance (4.6) highest and building quality (2.9) lowest.

3.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Maintenance4.6
Location4.5
Building Quality2.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Overall34 reviews

This property offers an affordable location with convenient access to Dallas amenities, and maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness. However, residents report persistent issues with building condition, including pest infestations, water damage, aging infrastructure, and thin walls. Management responsiveness and maintenance request turnaround times vary significantly across review periods, with some residents experiencing months-long delays on service requests.

Management responsiveness and consistency are mixed at this property. While some residents praise friendly, professional staff and prompt maintenance service, others report significant delays in addressing maintenance requests, poor communication, and inconsistent management practices—particularly following ownership or staffing changes. Leasing staff are generally described as helpful and accommodating, though some note communication barriers.

Maintenance response quality varies significantly at this property. While recent reviews highlight prompt service and effective repairs from maintenance staff, older reviews document persistent issues including delayed work orders, incomplete repairs requiring multiple attempts, and infrastructure problems like plumbing failures and water outages. Communication about maintenance status and follow-up on requests appears inconsistent across resident experiences.

The property benefits from an excellent location with convenient access to shopping, dining, and transit in the Cedar Springs and Uptown areas, making it easy to navigate Dallas. Residents consistently praise the neighborhood's walkability and proximity to grocery stores and restaurants. However, location advantages are tempered by concerns about noise from nearby flight paths, street-level activity including homeless individuals in the alley, and parking logistics affected by non-resident vehicles on adjacent streets.

Residents report persistent building maintenance issues including water damage, leaks, and plumbing failures requiring repeated repairs. Noise insulation is inadequate, with thin walls and shared ventilation allowing sound and odors to travel between units. The property experiences ongoing pest control challenges and delayed maintenance response times, with some requests taking months to address.

Residents report responsive management and maintenance staff who address repair requests. The property offers adequate storage and parking availability, with management enforcing parking policies for residents. Community atmosphere varies, with some residents noting friendly interactions and dog-friendly spaces, while others report concerns about noise and neighbor conduct.

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

The Francesca is very walkable and bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Bikeable
Grade C

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Francesca was good on 197 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in May (average AQI 58, moderate). Daily highs averaged 102°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 38°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

197 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 27

Temperature

102° / 38°

average August high / January low

: 89° high, 77° low

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: moderate, grass: moderate, weed: high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January57°F38°F51 (moderate)16 of 31
February70°F48°F51 (moderate)15 of 28
March78°F56°F44 (good)27 of 31
April78°F62°F44 (good)23 of 30
May82°F65°F58 (moderate)10 of 31
June91°F75°F50 (good)12 of 30
July98°F79°F55 (moderate)9 of 31
August102°F81°F56 (moderate)11 of 31
September97°F77°F52 (moderate)13 of 30
October80°F63°F49 (good)18 of 31
November72°F54°F42 (good)24 of 30
December62°F45°F43 (good)19 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Francesca Come explore The Francesca — a charming boutique community in the heart of Oak Lawn! We’ve beautifully renovated our townhomes and studio apartments, blending modern comfort with boutique-style character. Located just minutes from Dallas’ premier shopping, fine dining, and vibrant city life, The Francesca lets you enjoy the best of urban living while coming home to a peaceful, stylish retreat. Your next home is waiting… come see why everyone loves The Francesca!


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Francesca is Personalized Learning Preparatory at Sam Houston, a public elementary school 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Personalized Learning Preparatory at Sam Houston

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Dallas Hybrid Preparatory at Stephen J. Hay

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Dallas Hybrid Preparatory at Stephen J Hay

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Holy Trinity Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.5 mi

Oaklawn Methodist Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Sacorro Gongales Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Mi Escuezita Cross Over Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Mi Escuelita Ps-W Clarendon

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

MI Escuelita-Crossover

Charter · Preschool
CharterPreschool0.7 mi

Mi Escuelita Pre-Sch-Cedar Spg

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Contact & management

The Francesca is managed by ShowMeTheRent.com. The leasing office's phone number is (469) 694-3994x7.


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