
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $1,200 (368 Rentals) Page 3 of 8
Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Aurora Flats

The Brighton

Haven at Briargrove

Hollister Place

Pepper Tree Manor - 45+ Community

6Ten at Med Center Apartments

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Waterside Apartments

Colonies Landing Apartments

Cali Crossing Apartments

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The Beverly at Clear Lake

Brittany Place Apartments

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Lenox Park

Kendall Manor Apartments

SunBlossom Woodlake

Preserve at Westchase

Serena Village 2 Apartments

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The Silhouette Apartments by UH Studios

Heights 2121

The Life at Sterling Woods
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Lakeshore Apartments

Reserve at Westwood

Fairfield Cove

Village at Piney Point

Falls of Parramatta

Kirkwood Landing Apartments

The Emile

Sage Hollow

Turtle Pointe Apartments

The Park at Veracruz
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Estates at Westchase

Vista at Westchase

Grand at Westchase

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Timberwalk

Oaks of Charleston

La Casita

The Point at Windmill Lakes

Bridges of Cypress Creek Apartment Homes

Falls of Gessner

Serena Grove 1
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Waters at Westchase Apartments

Crosby at Westchase Apartments

Briarwest

Normandy Woods

Heritage Lofts

The Vanderbilt

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The Abbey at Energy Corridor

Bay House

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The Cove

Rockridge Station 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 | $1,312 | $396 | $5,582 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $567 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $686 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $740 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,375 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,678 | $5,000 | $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 Short-term Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Houston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Houston is at Arbor on Richmond Apartments listed at $580.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $2,146.
What is the largest Short-term Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,293 square feet unit starting from $8,405 at 1327 W 21st St.
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 790 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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To say Houston is a bustling metropolitan area seems like an understatement. Everyone you turn, something is being built, be it gas stations, stores, office buildings, medical facilities, housing, or apartment complexes.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.