
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $4,800 (1,271 Rentals)


The Opal at Barker Cypress

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Costa Maya

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Lenox Katy Creek

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Post Oak at Woodway

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Jackson Hill

Serenity at Cityside

Plaza on Hammerly
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The Gentry

The Alora Apartments

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Avana Eldridge

Vintage at 18th Street

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The Link

Turtle Pointe Apartments

Dakota at Hillcroft

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Resia Ten Oaks

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600 Nottingham

Canal Street Flats

Estates at Avenstar

The Gibson

The Elle Collection

Providence Uptown

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Lakes at 610

The Emile
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The Club at Stablechase

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Taylor At Copperfield

Tiffanys at the Galleria

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Tapestry Orem

Seven17 Lehman

Lively at Cypress Creek

Meridian City South
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San Palmas

Forayna Vintage Park

Smart Living Allen Genoa

UNITI Montrose

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Espria

The Standard at Copperfield

Dakota at Shepherd

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Domain Town Center

Aria at Almeda

Green Oaks
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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 | $1,302 | $625 | $4,965 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $547 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $663 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $820 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,336 | $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 3 Bedroom Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Houston with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Houston is at Lost Oaks listed at $663.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Houston is $2,227.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,838 square feet unit starting from $16,694 at The Driscoll at River Oaks.
What is the average size for Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Houston is currently 1,934 sq ft.
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