
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highlands, TX from $400 (47 Rentals)
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516 Battlebell Rd

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The Park at Monza

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Highlands, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Highlands Studio Apartments | $787 | $699 | $895 |
| Cheap Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $429 | $1,897 |
| Cheap Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $844 | $2,697 |
| Cheap Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $947 | $3,197 |
| Cheap Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,102 | $1,668 |
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highlands, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakes at Madera in the Baytown neighborhood priced from $699. The Studios at Channelview in the Southeast Houston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes at Madera | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| The Studios at Channelview | Studio 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Village at Baytown | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Park at Monza | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $752 |
| Sterling Bay Apartments | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| 9TWO5 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Ranch at Rollingbrook | 1x1AG | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Bonita Apartments - All Bills Paid! | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| BlueBird Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath Plan B Down | 1BR,1BA | $834 |
| The Park at Sorrento | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $906 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, TX
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.05 price per square foot C1 Model at Newport Village in the in the Newport neighborhood starting from $1,423. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the D1_Sterling Green Model at Sterling Green Village starting at $1,668 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Rancho Verde neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Village | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Sterling Green Village | D1_Sterling Green | 4BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Piedmont Apartments | G4 | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Park at Monza | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Thomas Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Mission at Baytown | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 9TWO5 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Bonita Apartments - All Bills Paid! | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Sterling Bay Apartments | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Lakes at Madera | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highlands is at The Studios at Channelview listed at $699.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $699 at Lakes at Madera.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $844 at Village at Baytown.
What is the most affordable Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village at Baytown and starts from $947.
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