
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alabama Place Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (74 Rentals)
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2006 Sul Ross St

The Levy Apartments

Branard Apartments

North Boulevard Apartments

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Sendera At Greenway

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Bloom at West University

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Gables Citywalk & Waterford Square

1903 Portsmouth

Avalon Square Apartments
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1919 Portsmouth

36Sixty

2030 Bissonnet St

2718 Wroxton Rd

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The Boulevard

2647 Greenbriar Dr

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The Cabochon at River Oaks

District at Greenbriar

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2427 Hazard St, Unit 1

2005 Welch St
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3259 Branard St

Marq 31

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Metropole

2413 Woodhead St

2218 Hazard St

The Belmont

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Gables Upper Kirby

1928 North Blvd

1850 Portsmouth St, Unit D

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Village at West University
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The Inverness

Pearl 21Eleven

1806 Banks St

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Gables Revere Upper Kirby

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Park at River Oaks

4212 Woodhead St

Arrive River Oaks

Instrata Upper Kirby

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The Anderson at River Oaks

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Avenue Grove
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2700 Revere St, Unit 112

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The Westheimer Apartments

2211 W Alabama St

West Main Garden

1826 W Main St

4321 Hazard St, Unit 1

Takara-So Apartments

1919 McDuffie St, Unit 2

3819 S Shepherd Dr

4110 Woodhead St
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Alabama Place, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alabama Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Place Studio Apartments | $1,129 | $779 | $2,597 |
| Alabama Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $850 | $8,604 |
| Alabama Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,547 | $1,048 | $8,034 |
| Alabama Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,027 | $1,309 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Alabama Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alabama Place area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at The Levy Apartments priced from $849. Branard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Alabama Place apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Levy Apartments | Addison - The Addison | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Branard Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Avalon Square Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Gables Citywalk & Waterford Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,166 |
| Bloom at West University | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| The Boulevard | A 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Windsor at West University | S1 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,274 |
| District at Greenbriar | 01F1 | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| 3910 McDuffie | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alabama Place, TX
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alabama Place area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2x2.5 - 1156 Model at 1919 Portsmouth in the in the Montrose neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Alabama Place apartment is the 2x1.5 - 1020 Model at 1903 Portsmouth starting at $1,550 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Montrose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alabama Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 Portsmouth | 2x2.5 - 1156 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| 1903 Portsmouth | 2x1.5 - 1020 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Sendera At Greenway | Timmons | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Metropole | A2 (M) | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Belmont | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Cabochon at River Oaks | Topaz | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 2427 Hazard St, Unit 1 | 2427 Hazard St | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 3910 McDuffie | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Avalon Square Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Branard Apartments | Second Floor 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Alabama Place, Houston, and the greater Houston area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alabama Place Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alabama Place?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alabama Place is under $1,280.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alabama Place?
The cheapest apartment in Alabama Place is Branard Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Alabama Place costs $3,214.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alabama Place?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Alabama Place that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Alabama Place?
Cheap apartments in Alabama Place have an average cost of $238 which is $2,976 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alabama Place.
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