
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Houston, DE from $400 (46 Rentals)
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Elizabeth Cornish Landing

Country Village Apartment Homes

Cypress Grove

County Seat Apartments, LLC.

Premier Village Apartments

Riverchase Apartments

Mapleton Square Apartment Homes

Friendship Village
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Dover Country Club

Woodmill Apartment Homes

Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult)

Dover Estates Apartments

College Park Apartments and Rental Homes

Greenwood Pointe

The Village at Blue Hen

Weston Willows

Cannon and Westover Apartment Homes
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Linkside Apartments

The Reserve at Cypress Hall

Eagle Meadows Apartments

Windward on the River

Watergate Townhomes

Leander Lakes

The Grande- 55 Active Adult Community

Sunset Village Apartments

The Eden Lofts
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The Reserve on East

Diamond Court I & II

Mispillion Apartments

The Willows at Clearfield

Dunbarton Estates Apartments

Reserve at Sawmill

139 NW Front St

Village of Westover Apartment Homes

161 Carnation Dr
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Lakeside Apartments

409 N Washington St

9 NE 7th St

202 Market St

2A E Milby St

104 E Market St

410 Pennewill St

41 Edgewater Dr

607 Union St
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89 Bay Hill Ln
Houston, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Studio Apartments | $1,517 | $1,225 | $2,570 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $726 | $2,095 |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $465 | $3,330 |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,191 | $3,750 |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $2,295 | $3,780 |
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Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Cornish Landing in the Heritage Shores SFD neighborhood priced from $726. Riverwoods at Denton in the Savannah Overlook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $726 |
| Riverwoods at Denton | 1 BR w/Den- Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Cypress Grove | ATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| Country Village Apartment Homes | Studio - 353 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Premier Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Dover Country Club | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Woodmill Apartment Homes | Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, DE and Nearby
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $1.55 price per square foot **Leasing Special** Model at Windward Grove Apartments in the in the Orchard Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the Carlisle Model at Windward on the River starting at $2,195 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Orchard Hill neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windward Grove Apartments | **Leasing Special** | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Windward on the River | Carlisle | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Village at Blue Hen | New Construction II | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Leander Lakes | Sunfish | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Lakeside Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Weston Willows | 2BR/2BA: $1,710 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Riverwoods at Denton | 1 BR w/Den- Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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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 $726 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
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 $851 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
What is the most affordable Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elizabeth Cornish Landing and starts from $1,191.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.