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Greenbriar Bend
7000 Greenbriar StHouston, TX 77030
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Novu New Forest
6301 Pale Sage DrHouston, TX 77049
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HiLine Heights
145 Heights BlvdHouston, TX 77007
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Gehring Place
6218 Gehring StHouston, TX 77021
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The Lexington at Champions
5007 FM 1960 Rd WHouston, TX 77069
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Timbergrove
1600 W T C Jester BlvdHouston, TX 77008
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Broadstone Toscano
2900 N Braeswood BlvdHouston, TX 77025
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Westpark Ranch Apartment Homes
10575 Westpark DrHouston, TX 77042
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Hermann Park Lofts
1 Hermann Park CtHouston, TX 77021
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The Pointe at West Lake
16755 W Lake Houston PkyHouston, TX 77044
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Cityscape
13351 Cityscape AveHouston, TX 77047
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Preserve at Copperleaf
14811 West RdHouston, TX 77095
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The Maroneal
2222 Maroneal StHouston, TX 77030
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The Abbey at Barker Cypress
1760 Barker Cypress RdHouston, TX 77084
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Siegel Suites Houston
16410 North FwyHouston, TX 77090
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Alden Park Kingsland
18021 Kingsland BlvdHouston, TX 77094
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Northgate Oaks Apartments
14723 TC Jester BlvdHouston, TX 77069
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5755 Hermann Park
5755 Almeda RdHouston, TX 77004
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Dominion at Oak Forest
1001 Pinemont DrHouston, TX 77018
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Vizcaya Apartments
18108 S Park View DrHouston, TX 77084
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Siegel Select Houston
15313 Gulf FwyHouston, TX 77034
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3800 Main
3800 Main StHouston, TX 77002
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$1,014 - $2,017
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Canal Street Flats
2104 Canal StHouston, TX 77003
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Vista Energy Corridor
14520 Briar Forest DrHouston, TX 77077
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Nantucket at Fannin Station
10000 Fannin StHouston, TX 77045
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Duo West Champions
12330 N Gessner RdHouston, TX 77064
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Ainsley Heights
700 W Cavalcade StHouston, TX 77009
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Aliso Briar Forest
14698 Briar Forest DrHouston, TX 77077
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Asheville at Spring Branch
10800 Clay RdHouston, TX 77041
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Plaza at Westchase
2601 Woodland Park DrHouston, TX 77077
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Memorial Towers Apartments
5400 Memorial DrHouston, TX 77007
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Aventura on Briar Forest
14515 Briar Forest DrHouston, TX 77077
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Beckley Apartments
7550 Wilshire Place DrHouston, TX 77040
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SYNC Med Center
2950 Old Spanish TrlHouston, TX 77054
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PARK AVENUE AT BOULDER CREEK
11575 Pearland PkyHouston, TX 77089
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Terra at Piney Point
8787 Woodway DrHouston, TX 77063
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Trails at Lake Houston
13922 Woodson Park DrHouston, TX 77044
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$971 - $2,046
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Lyndon
10325 Cypresswood DrHouston, TX 77070
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$994 - $1,657
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Trails at City Park
2201 Orem DrHouston, TX 77047
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Galleria Oaks
5151 Richmond AveHouston, TX 77056
The Ultimate Guide to Houston Apartment Living: Neighborhoods, Culture, and Community
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Alanza Brook
3030 Dunvale RdHouston, TX 77063
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Aura at Westchase
2828 Hayes RdHouston, TX 77082
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The Place at Greenway
3333 Cummins LnHouston, TX 77027
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Colonies Landing Apartments
15550 Kingfield DrHouston, TX 77084
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Estancia San Miguel
13330 West RdHouston, TX 77041
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Walden of Westchase
2828 Rogerdale RdHouston, TX 77042
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The Brighton
16222 Clay RdHouston, TX 77084
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Tiburon
8989 West RdHouston, TX 77064
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Chandler Park Apartment Homes
1950 Eldridge PkyHouston, TX 77077
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San Marino Apartments
15255 Vintage Preserve PkyHouston, TX 77070
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Houston Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $625 | $3,307 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $552 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $692 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $659 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,627 | $689 | $10,000+ |
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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 Rockridge Springs Apartments listed at $582.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $1,883.
What is the largest Short-term Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,992 square feet unit starting from $1,985 at 2929 Weslayan.
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 691 sq ft.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.