
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Houston, MO from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Breckenridge Apartments

The Heights Apartments

The Studios

Concord Manor Apartments

Brookshire Apartments

The Lodges at Rolla

Eastview Apartments
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Cobblestone Village, 55+ Community

Quail Ridge East Apartments

Lombard Heights Apartments

The Greens at Springfield

Moon City Lofts

Pointe at Waynesville

Trails End Apartments

The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments

Stoneridge Apartments
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Catalpa East

1940 Place

Meadowview Apartments

Townhomes at Quail Ridge

Sugar Wood

Logan Heights

The Crossings at East Cherry

Deeswood Village Apartments

Rolla Senior Apartments
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Homestead at Crosswood

Blarney Stone Apartments

204 W Leyda Ave

602 MO-72

Wyota Commons

Montauk Studios

Osage Commons

405 N Olive St

206 Swedeborg Rd
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27880 County Rd 362 Rd

25575 17-770E

Wynnewood

The Willows

423 Locust St

Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments

Crosswood Apartments

802 U.S. Rte 66

400 N Elm St
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Houston, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Studio Apartments | $850 | $425 | $1,250 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $475 | $1,949 |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $500 | $2,208 |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $1,015 | $2,395 |
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Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, MO is a Studio unit found at Mammoth Spring priced from $425. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Spring | Studio | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Wyota Commons West | Studios | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Eastview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Greens at Springfield | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| The Studios | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, MO and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 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 Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 Model at The Lodges at Rolla starting at $650 with a $0.46 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Oak Point Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Sugar Wood | Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
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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 Mammoth Spring listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment is $475 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 Oak Point Townhomes and starts from $1,055.
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