Cheap Apartments for Rent in Houston, MO from $400 (30 Rentals)

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Wyota Commons
Studio Apartments

Wyota Commons

1221 Millcreek RdLebanon, MO 65536
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Wyota Commons West
Studio Apartments

Wyota Commons West

2071 W Elm StLebanon, MO 65536
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Montauk Studios
Studio Apartments

Montauk Studios

209 S Highway 63Licking, MO 65542
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405 N Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 N Olive St

405 N Olive StRolla, MO 65401
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Wynnewood
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wynnewood

3342 E Linwood StSpringfield, MO 65804
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Houston, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, MO is a Studio unit found at The Heights Apartments priced from $450. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $545. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Heights ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$450
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath with W/D Hookup1BR,1BA$545
Osage CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$545
Spring River CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$675
The Greens at SpringfieldClassic1BR,1BA$755
The Falcon of Southern HillsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$770
The WillowsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Meadowview Apartments2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1BA$825
Stoneridge ApartmentsStoneridge 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$845
Deeswood Village ApartmentsThe Loft2BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, MO and Nearby

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the 2bd/2ba (mirrored, stackable washer/dryer) Model at Logan Heights starting at $1,045 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2700 Burke Ave15032BR,1.5BA$0.80
Logan Heights2bd/2ba (mirrored, stackable washer/dryer)2BR,2BA$1.03
Lombard Heights ApartmentsLombard 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom3BR,2BA$0.99
Breckenridge ApartmentsBreckenridge - 2 Bed 2 Bath with W/D Hookup2BR,2BA$0.91
Meadowview Apartments2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$0.92
1940 Place2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Quail Ridge East ApartmentsQuail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Deeswood Village ApartmentsThe Flat2BR,1BA$1.06
Stoneridge ApartmentsStoneridge 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.02
The Heights ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio ,1BA$1.00

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Getting Around Houston, MO

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Houston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Houston is at The Heights Apartments listed at $450.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment is $545 at Breckenridge 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 $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lombard Heights Apartments and starts from $945.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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