
Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $1,500 (3,094 Rentals)


The Palms at Memorial Apartments

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Dream Montrose

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Foundry on 19th

Memorial Hills

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Broadstone Amarra

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611 Shepherd
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500 Crawford Apartments

San Montego

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Ashton on West Dallas

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1414 Texas Downtown

Marcella Memorial Heights

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Elan Memorial Park

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The Fountains at Champions

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10314 Sierra Dr

Caroline Post Oak

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Ashford
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Gables Upper Kirby

Pearl Washington

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The Phoenician

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Broadstone Memorial Park

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The Grand at Upper Kirby

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Bellrock Memorial

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299 West Gray
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The Bellagio

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Verdir at Hermann Park

The Laura

SYNC CityCentre

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Hardy Yards Apartment Homes

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Sunrise by the Park

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Tinsley on the Park

Village Place

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Mera Vintage Park 55+ Active Adult

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Broadstone Amelia

27Seventy Lower Heights
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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 Under $1500 | $1,341 | $610 | $9,450 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,345 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,739 | $547 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,292 | $663 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $3,021 | $779 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,091 | $835 | $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 Houston
How much are Studio apartments in Houston?
There are currently 942 Studio Apartments in Houston with rent ranges from $610 to $9,450 with an average price of $1,341.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Houston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Houston ranges from $367 to $14,745 with an average monthly rent of $1,345.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Houston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Houston range from $547 to $25,057. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,739.
How expensive are Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,747 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $663 to $21,894 - averaging $2,292 for the location.
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