
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $800 (605 Rentals)


Weston Medical Center Apartments

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The Grove

Brays Villa

Plaza on Hammerly

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The Cove

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Creole on Yorktown

The Alora Apartments

Brookfield

The Argyle
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Costa Maya

Victoria Park

Woodlake on the Bayou Apartments

Estates at Avenstar

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Tiffanys at the Galleria

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Windsor Manor

Driscoll Place Apartments

Trenton Place

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Sedona Square

Creekside Villas Apartments

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Circle at Point Park

The Prescott

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The Madison on the Lake
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Raghu Apartments In Spring Branch

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The Linc At Cypress

Timber Ridge

Reserve at Westwood

North Bend Living

Arcata Townhomes

The Sophia

Grand at Westchase

The Huxley at Medical Center
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Kendall Manor Apartments

The Park at Malaga

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Rock Creek at Hollow Tree

Sterling Point

Steepleway Downs

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Westlake at Summer Cove

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Village at Piney Point

Stratford House Apartments

The Adalene
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Studio Apartments | $1,344 | $610 | $9,450 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $547 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $663 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $779 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,070 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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Houston, TX Area Reviews
Teddy • 4+ years in Houston
April 3, 2025I grew up in H-town. Its a good place to live. Plenty of stuff to do and great restaurants abound. I recommend living on the Northwest side though. Like out in the Cypress area off 290. Its a little out of town, but you have everything you need there.
Lori • 2+ years in Houston
February 25, 2025It's a great place to raise a family, as there are plenty of activities, educational opportunities, parks, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Houston with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Houston is at The Rylan Vintage Park listed at $65.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Houston is $1,345.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 2,408 square feet unit starting from $3,215 at Portico at West 8.
What is the average size for Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Houston is currently 891 sq ft.
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