
Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $1,200 with Utilities Included (777 Rentals)
Apartments in Houston where your utility payments are included in your rent.


City Park in the Heights

Gehring Place

Aria at Almeda

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Parc at Champion Forest

San Antigua

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Siegel Select Houston

1919 Portsmouth

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Estates at Memorial Heights

Global Houston
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Vizcaya Apartments

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Gaslight Square

1903 Portsmouth

The Voss Apartments

City View Lofts

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Fox Hall Apartments

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Shadow Ridge Apartments

Dover Place Apartments - All Bills Paid

Chartwell Court

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Highland
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Plum Creek Apartments

Esperanza at Wild Orchid

Plaza De Magnolia

The Arbor at Wayforest

The Life at Grand Oaks

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Beckley Apartments

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The Abbey At Jones Road

Idlewilde

Tuscany Court Apartments

Torrey Chase
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Oak Tree Manor

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Briar Court Apartments

Emerson Pines - An Active 55+ Community

South Rice Apartments

Richcrest Apartments- Income Restricted

Savannah Place

Cornerstone Village Apartments

Belle Spring Branch

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Broadstone Briar Forest

Galleria Oaks
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The Amian Residence

Park at North Vista

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The Catania

Arise Briar Park

Northland Woods

The Village At Bunker Hill

Kensington Place Apartments

Rise at Elmside

Georgian Townhomes

Perla 249 Apartments
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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 | $1,338 | $600 | $9,450 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $547 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $663 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $779 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,888 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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Read ArticleLocal Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston
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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 Utilities Included Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Houston?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Houston is at Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes listed at $497.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Houston is $1,315.
What is the largest Utilities Included Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 2,105 square feet unit starting from $1,567 at Ascent at CityCentre Apartments.
What is the average size for Houston Utilities Included Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Utilities Included rental in Houston is currently at 646 sq ft.
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