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108 9th St NE
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $990 | $850 | $1,250 |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,559 | $900 | $1,900 |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,743 | $1,465 | $2,400 |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,952 | $1,950 | $1,955 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, AL and Nearby
As of August 30, 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 in the 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 |
| Albany Landing Apartments | 2x2-1015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Musgrove Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Courtney Square | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Cascade Place Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 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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What type of rentals are currently available in Houston?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Houston, AL with pricing that ranges from $430 to $1,901. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Houston ranging from $850 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Houston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Houston ranges from $850 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,372.
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