Apartments with a Smart Home in Richardson, Dallas
0 of the 12 buildings we track in Richardson include smart-home features. Tech Hub & Diverse.
Get Your Free MatchlistWhy renters look for smart-home features in Richardson
Keyless entry, smart thermostats, app-controlled lighting, and integrated package lockers. Increasingly standard in post-2022 construction; rare in older buildings. In Richardson, that question matters because of who lives here: Tech workers, Students, International communities. The neighborhood vibe is tech hub & diverse, so smart home buildings tend to feature in the rent-range conversations renters have when shopping here. Walk Score in Richardson is 42/100, Transit Score is 34/100, and average rent runs $1,200-$1,900. Nearby employers include Texas Instruments, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UT Dallas, so a chunk of the renters here are commuting to those workplaces and choosing buildings based on what makes their daily life easier.
What to expect — smart home in Richardson
Standard in newer Uptown / Frisco builds (post-2022). Bundled into newer buildings; difficult to retrofit older ones. For renters in Richardson specifically, the practical answer is: 0 of the 12 buildings actively listed on the major rental databases include smart home, and those buildings sit roughly in the $1,250-$1,900 band — slightly above the neighborhood median because the amenity is one of the things that justifies the higher rent. The cost-of-living index for Dallas is 102 (national average is 100), and Richardson is one of the mid-market neighborhoods for the metro.
No smart home buildings tracked in Richardson this week
Our weekly Apartments.com sweep didn't surface any Richardson buildings advertising smart-home features this week. That doesn't mean none exist — it usually means the matching buildings are leased up or pulled their listings. We pull from off-database inventory through our broker relationships at Bosah Group, so we often have access to buildings that aren't visible on the public sites. Two options: (1) tell us your move-in date and we'll check the broker network for Richardson buildings with smart-home features, or (2) consider the alternative neighborhoods below where we do have current matches.
What to ask when touring Richardson buildings
For any smart home-equipped building in Richardson, ask these questions before signing: (1) Is the smart home included in rent or is it a separate line-item fee? (2) What hours is it accessible — 24/7, daytime only, or reservation-based? (3) When was it last renovated or replaced — newer smart home amenities often need less maintenance and break down less often. (4) Are there usage limits, guest policies, or quiet-hour restrictions? (5) What's the actual commute from this building to Texas Instruments in normal traffic? Your locator agent should know the answers for every building they recommend in Richardson.
What our locator does for Richardson renters
Key Finders Locating is a free apartment-locating service. Our licensed Texas agents (TREC ID 9012866 via Bosah Group) talk to Richardson apartment communities every week, get current availability, negotiate move-in specials, and tour with you in person. The apartment community pays our commission — you never pay us anything. Tell us you want a smart home-equipped 1BR in Richardson under $1900, and we'll have a shortlist by tomorrow. Average renter we work with finds and tours their top 3 buildings within a week, signs within two weeks, and saves an average of 1-2 months on the move timeline compared to going it alone.
Frequently asked questions
How many Richardson apartments have smart-home features?
Of the 12 buildings we actively track in Richardson, 0 include smart-home features. That number changes weekly as buildings lease up and new construction comes online.
Does a smart home cost extra in Richardson?
Bundled into newer buildings; difficult to retrofit older ones. In Richardson specifically, standard in newer uptown / frisco builds (post-2022).
What's the rent range for smart home apartments in Richardson?
Richardson averages $1,200-$1,900 for a 1BR. Buildings with smart-home features typically run from the upper end of that range — usually around $1300-$1900.
Is Key Finders Locating really free?
Yes — 100% free for renters. The apartment community pays our referral fee when you sign your lease. We're licensed in Texas and have placed thousands of renters across Dallas, Austin, and Houston.
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Last reviewed 2026-04-07 · Key Finders Locating, a TREC-licensed free apartment locator (Bosah Group ID 9012866)