Allen is one of the most sought-after suburbs in Collin County — but rental options are limited. Entriway offers furnished shared homes in nearby Plano, just 10–15 minutes away, where each housemate pays $500–$850/mo.
Allen is a family-friendly suburb directly north of Plano with a population of approximately 110,000 residents. Known for its high median household income, top-rated schools, and safe neighborhoods, Allen consistently ranks among the best places to live in Texas. The city is anchored by the Allen Premium Outlets, one of the largest outlet shopping destinations in the region, drawing visitors and retail workers from across the metroplex.
Despite its appeal, Allen has limited rental supply. The housing market is dominated by single-family homes, and traditional apartment options are scarce and expensive. For working professionals and college students who want to live near Allen without paying steep solo-lease prices, shared housing through Entriway offers a practical and affordable alternative. Our co-living homes in Plano are just a short drive south on US-75, giving you access to everything Allen has to offer while splitting rent with compatible roommates.
Allen sits along the US-75 corridor, providing fast access to the Legacy West employment hub in Plano, the Telecom Corridor in Richardson, and downtown Dallas. Whether you work at a retail center near the Allen Premium Outlets, commute south to the tech corridor, or attend classes at the Collin College Technical Campus located right in Allen, finding affordable roommates through Entriway means you can live well without overspending on housing.
Located in Allen, the Collin College Technical Campus offers career-focused programs in healthcare, information technology, engineering technology, and skilled trades. Students enrolled in these programs often need affordable housing near campus, and Entriway shared homes in Plano are just 10–15 minutes away. Housemate matching through Entriway makes it easy for college roommates to find compatible living arrangements without the hassle of searching on their own.
The main Collin College campus in McKinney is also easily accessible from Allen. Students who split their time between the Technical Campus and McKinney campus benefit from Allen and Plano’s central location along US-75, making the commute straightforward in either direction.
Entriway currently operates 10 shared homes in Plano, just 10–15 minutes from Allen. Each home features furnished common areas, equipped kitchens, and professional management.
Each shared home includes furnished common areas, an equipped kitchen, high-speed internet, professional lawn care, pool maintenance (where applicable), pest control, and maintenance coordination. Housemates pay their share of the household rent — one straightforward monthly arrangement.
Each housemate pays their share of the household rent, typically $500–$850/month. Utilities, internet, and lawn care are coordinated by Entriway and shared among housemates. This is significantly more affordable than renting a standalone home in Allen.
Our shared homes in Plano are just 10–15 minutes south of Allen via US-75 or the Dallas North Tollway. It is a quick, straightforward commute with no highway congestion for most of the day.
Yes. Entriway matches college students and working professionals with compatible housemates. Our shared homes are an affordable alternative to solo apartments for students attending the Collin College Technical Campus in Allen or the main campus in nearby McKinney.
Every shared home includes furnished common areas, an equipped kitchen, high-speed internet, professional lawn care, pool maintenance where applicable, pest control, and maintenance coordination. Housemates pay one straightforward monthly share.
Entriway handles housemate matching through our application process. You do not need to search for roommates on your own — we screen applicants and match compatible residents so every household works well together.
Allen is one of the most desirable suburbs in Collin County with excellent schools, low crime, and convenient access to the Legacy West employment corridor in Plano. The Allen Premium Outlets and nearby retail centers also provide employment opportunities.