New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX (66 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Cortland Museum District
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$2,370 - $19,107
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Built in 20171 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cortland Museum District

5280 Caroline StHouston, TX 77004
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Bellrock Memorial
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$1,323 - $2,234
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Bellrock Memorial

1148 Silber RdHouston, TX 77055
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Bellrock Sawyer Yards
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$1,332 - $2,601
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Built in 20201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Bellrock Sawyer Yards

1215 Sawyer StHouston, TX 77007
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The Atwater Clear Lake
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$1,394 - $4,236
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$1,394 - $4,236

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The Atwater Clear Lake

15500 Middlebrook DrHouston, TX 77058
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Azul Apartments
$914 - $1,914
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Built in 2019Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Azul Apartments

14441 TC Jester BlvdHouston, TX 77014
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Discover Houston's top areas for Short-Term Lease apartments. We review 5 neighborhoods with the most short-term rental apartments and houses, ideal for students, families, and business travel.

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The Levy Apartments
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$1,089 - $1,189
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Built in 2024Studio Apartments Available Now

The Levy Apartments

2828 Southwest FwyHouston, TX 77098
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The Amian Residence
$1,049 - $1,499
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$1,049 - $1,499

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Built in 2021Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Amian Residence

15155 Katy FwyHouston, TX 77094
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One Hermann Place
$2,162 - $7,287
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Built in 2016Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

One Hermann Place

1699 Hermann DrHouston, TX 77004
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Prose South Main
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$1,240 - $1,779
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Prose South Main

12111 Main StHouston, TX 77035
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Encore Montrose
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$1,411 - $2,751
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Built in 20181 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Encore Montrose

4508 Graustark StHouston, TX 77006
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Elan Memorial Park
$1,468 - $3,378
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Elan Memorial Park

920 Westcott StHouston, TX 77007
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Elan Med Center
$1,740 - $7,471
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Elan Med Center

7010 StaffordshireHouston, TX 77030
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Donovan Homes
Built in 20233 Bedroom Apartments

Donovan Homes

308 W Donovan StHouston, TX 77091
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The Aurea
Built in 20241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Aurea

7506 Jensen DrHouston, TX 77093
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1938-1940 Dryden Rd
Built in 20236 Bedroom Apartments

1938-1940 Dryden Rd

1938-1940 Dryden RdHouston, TX 77030
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Perla Park Ten
Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Perla Park Ten

1350 Broadfield BlvdHouston, TX 77084
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Richmond Estates
Built in 20211 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Richmond Estates

14631 Richmond AveHouston, TX 77082
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The Hampstead
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hampstead

1508 Blodgett StHouston, TX 77004
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Heights West 11th
Built in 20171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heights West 11th

2205 W 11th StHouston, TX 77008
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Highbridge at Egret Bay
$1,499 - $2,359
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Highbridge at Egret Bay

1445 S Egret BayLeague City, TX 77573
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Teddy4+ years in Houston

April 3, 2025

I 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.

Lori2+ years in Houston

February 25, 2025

It's a great place to raise a family, as there are plenty of activities, educational opportunities, parks, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Houston?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Houston is at Gateway at Ellington listed at $575.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $2,130.

What is the largest Short-term Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,239 square feet unit starting from $9,419 at 11347 Needlerock Ct.

What is the average size for Houston Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Houston is currently at 741 sq ft.

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