
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Houston, AL from $430 (55 Rentals)
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1244 Katherine St NW

2919 Sipsey Rd
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4519 Arkadelphia Rd

1408 8th Ave

770 Old Flatwood Rd

740 Old Flatwood Rd

503 19th St E

1316 3rd St NW

Walson Way

8th Street

302 Autumn Ln

108 9th St NE
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Houston, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Studio Apartments | $941 | $734 | $1,141 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $910 | $430 | $1,247 |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $517 | $1,426 |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $814 | $1,608 |
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Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at PINEY GROVE SENIOR APARTMENTS in the Walker County neighborhood priced from $430. Greenleaf Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $517. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PINEY GROVE SENIOR APARTMENTS | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $430 |
| Greenleaf Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $517 |
| Blossom Wood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $704 |
| Sandlin Villas Apartments | Springview One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $724 |
| Dover Glen Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $728 |
| Summer Courtyard Apartments | Standard | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Raintree Village Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $771 |
| Granada Apartments & Townhomes | 1Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $780 |
| Hermitage Apartments | 1x1-675 | 1BR, 1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, AL and Nearby
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $0.82 price per square foot 4-Plex & 8-Plex units Model at Gaslight Apartments starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the Three Bedrooms Model at Rivers Edge Apartments starting at $814 with a $0.67 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Houston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaslight Apartments | 4-Plex & 8-Plex units | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Three Bedrooms | 3BR, 2BA | $0.67 |
| Park Towne Apartments | First Floor Units | 2BR, 2BA | $0.93 |
| Musgrove Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Wheeler Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.97 |
| Albany Landing Apartments | 2x1-900 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Courtney Square | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| Blossom Wood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| Greenleaf Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.73 |
| PINEY GROVE SENIOR APARTMENTS | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment is $430 at PINEY GROVE SENIOR APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Houston is starting from $517 at Greenleaf Apartments.
What is the most affordable Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rivers Edge Apartments and starts from $814.
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