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Highlands, TX Local Guide

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 Eastpoint neighborhood priced from $699. Village at Baytown in the Country Club Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakes at MaderaA11BR,1BA$699
Village at Baytown1 Bed1BR,1BA$700
The Park at Monza1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$729

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, TX

As of June 23, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Newport VillageC13BR,2BA$1.05
Sterling Green VillageD1_Sterling Green4BR,2BA$1.26
Lafayette VillageH13BR,2BA$1.26
Thomas Manor Apartments3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Upstairs3BR,2BA$1.30
The Park at Monza2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Bayview ApartmentsB-22BR,2BA$1.31
Crosby Square ApartmentsBLDG 3_2 BED, 1 BATH UPSTAIRS2BR,1BA$1.10
The Park at Sorrento1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.32
The VerveA1BR,1BA$1.29
Bonita Apartments - All Bills Paid!1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.33

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Houston, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect H-Town Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands

What type of rentals are currently available in Highlands?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Highlands, TX with pricing that ranges from $429 to $2,625. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highlands ranging from $1,100 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highlands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highlands ranges from $1,100 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,724.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highlands?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highlands range from $947 to $2,625, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,102.

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