
Cheap Pet Friendly Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX from $300 (682 Rentals)


Serena Village Apartments

Ridley Apartments

Inwood Grove

Rock Creek at Hollow Tree

Serena Forest Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

Timber Ridge
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Salado at Cityview

Life at Jackson Square

Huntington Glen

Rockridge Springs Apartments

Serena Oaks Apartments

Vivo Living Willowbrook

Bankside Village

The Palms at Cypress Station
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Cranbrook Forest

Crescent At Cityview

Reveal at Rye

SunBlossom Mountain

Star Voss Apartments

The Park at San Vicente

The Park at Sutton Hill

Serena Grove I Apartments

Bay House Apartments
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The Avenue

Bellaire Oaks Apartments

Cypress Creek

Park at Woodlake

Somerset

Pine Creek Apartments

Green Tree Place

Timberwalk

The Adalene

Crosby at Westchase Apartments

The Gardens Apartments
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The Taylor at 525

Avery Place

Memorial City Apartments

Caldera Apartment Homes

Trenton Place

Scotland Yard

The Preakness Apartments

The Park at Malaga

Arbor on Richmond Apartments
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Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Houston Studio Apartments | $1,326 | $636 | $5,402 |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $367 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $584 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $820 | $10,000+ |
Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,552 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Houston, TX
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Cheap Houston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Houston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Houston is under $525.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Houston?
The cheapest apartment in Houston is Creekbend Gardens which is listed at $367, while the average apartment in Houston costs $3,698.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Houston?
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 16,486 regular apartments in Houston 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 Houston?
Cheap apartments in Houston have an average cost of $423 which is $3,275 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Houston.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX
Written by: Lori Rosario
Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.