
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $2,000 (751 Rentals)
Apartments in Houston with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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The Watt

Le Palais Apartments

The Carter

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Alexan River Oaks

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Village on Memorial

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Elev8 Downtown

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Alta River Oaks

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Rye Heights

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Allure Hermann Park at Med Center

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Parkside Residences

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Post Oak at Woodway

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Emeline Heights

Domain Heights

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2900 West Dallas

Aris Market Square

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Foundry on 19th

The Parker (Houston)

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The Westheimer Apartments
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The Plaza Museum District

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Elan Med Center

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Instrata Upper Kirby

Modera Waugh

Arrive River Oaks

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Domain at City Centre

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Avenue Grove

Fairmont Museum District

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SYNC Sawyer Heights Apartments
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Latitude Med Center

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10X Heights Waterworks

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The Anderson at River Oaks

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Cortland River Oaks

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HAUS Memorial Park

Memorial Creole

The Ivy

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Jackson Hill

Marcella Memorial Heights

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Sabine Street Lofts
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The James River Oaks

District 28

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The Flats at West Alabama

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La Maison River Oaks

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1414 Texas Downtown

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Adenine

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Roundhill Townhomes

2125 Yale Apartments

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Park at River Oaks

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Westgrove
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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 | $1,320 | $450 | $5,544 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $321 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $686 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $649 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,972 | $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 948 Studio Apartments in Houston with rent ranges from $150 to $5,544 with an average price of $4,387.
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 $18,938 with an average monthly rent of $1,348.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Houston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Houston range from $321 to $25,057. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,724.
How expensive are Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,763 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $686 to $28,127 - averaging $2,254 for the location.
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