New Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $1,500 (501 Rentals)

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Broadstone Amarra
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$1,477 - $2,427
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Broadstone Amarra

10850 Hammerly BlvdHouston, TX 77043
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Broadstone Memorial Park
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$1,458 - $3,439
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Broadstone Memorial Park

7655 Washington AveHouston, TX 77007
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299 West Gray
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$1,446 - $6,992
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299 West Gray

299 W Gray StHouston, TX 77019
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10X 15th Street Flats
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$1,443 - $2,048
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10X 15th Street Flats

1414 N Shepherd DrHouston, TX 77008
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Eighteen25 Downtown
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$1,426 - $3,311
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Eighteen25 Downtown

1825 San Jacinto StHouston, TX 77002
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The Caroline
$1,414 - $20,617
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The Caroline

1235 Nasa PkyHouston, TX 77058
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Encore Montrose
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$1,411 - $2,751
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Encore Montrose

4508 Graustark StHouston, TX 77006
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The Calahan
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$1,404 - $2,244
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The Calahan

5600 Dancy RdHouston, TX 77041
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Elan Memorial Park
$1,400 - $4,110
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Elan Memorial Park

920 Westcott StHouston, TX 77007
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The Oliver
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$1,400 - $3,045
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The Oliver

2305 Summer StHouston, TX 77007
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The Atwater Clear Lake
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$1,394 - $4,360
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$1,394 - $4,360

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The Atwater Clear Lake

15500 Middlebrook DrHouston, TX 77058
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Lenox Oaks
$1,365 - $3,134
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Lenox Oaks

3810 Drexel DrHouston, TX 77027
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Folio West Houston
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$1,360 - $2,545
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Folio West Houston

2525 Citywest BlvdHouston, TX 77042
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Bellrock Sawyer Yards
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$1,352 - $2,601
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Bellrock Sawyer Yards

1215 Sawyer StHouston, TX 77007
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Broadstone EADO
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$1,344 - $2,806
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Broadstone EADO

2425 Bell StHouston, TX 77003
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Timbergrove Station
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$1,343 - $6,005
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Timbergrove Station

2717 Minimax StHouston, TX 77008
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Ashford
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$1,341 - $4,458
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Ashford

1200 N Dairy Ashford RdHouston, TX 77079
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Sugar Pine
$1,339
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Sugar Pine

16844 Sugar Pine DrHouston, TX 77090
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Westover at West Branch
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$1,334 - $2,434
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Westover at West Branch

5550 Dancy RdHouston, TX 77041
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Orleans at Fannin Station
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$1,332 - $2,157
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Orleans at Fannin Station

1818 Fannin SpeedwayHouston, TX 77045
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Where to Live in the Greater Houston Area: A Local Expert's Guide to Suburbs Around H-Town

Get a true local's take on Houston's best surrounding cities for apartment living. Find out why Humble, Kingwood, Baytown, and The Woodlands are worth the consideration for your new place.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Houston, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect H-Town Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 New Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Houston?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Houston is at Hawthorn Terrace listed at $472.

How much is the average rent for a New Houston Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in Houston is $2,299.

What is the largest New Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 4,159 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Market Square Tower.

What is the average size for Houston New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Houston is currently at 671 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

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Houston is home to insane traffic, the nation's most complex highway system, and unstable weather that will leave you wondering if the four seasons are still a thing.

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Your Houston Neighborhood Guide: Find the Perfect Home Near Your Job

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The Ultimate Guide to Houston Apartment Living: Neighborhoods, Culture, and Community

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.