
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $2,800 (213 Rentals)


Midtown Terrace Suites

Caroline at Memorial

Birchway Perry Road

Allora New Forest

55 Fifty at Northwest Crossing

The Dacoma

Lively at Cypress Creek

Everly Apartments
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The Circle at Hermann Park

Circuit

Arlo Westchase

Estates At Bellaire

Ltd. Med Center

Torrey Chase Apartments
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Smart Living at Telephone

The Life at Clearwood

91Fifty

2626 Fountain View

Duo West Champions

The Link

Sommerall Station

High Point Uptown
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The Beverly at Shadow Lake

Prose South Main

OST Lofts

2100 Memorial - 55+ Senior Living

Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou

Cityscape

Stadia Med Main
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1300 North Post Oak

Life at Westpark

The Henry at Liberty Hills

The Life at Brighton Estates

North Post Oak Lofts

Almeda Park Apartments
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Smart Living at Garden Oaks
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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 | $1,269 | $354 | $6,024 |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $367 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $613 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $820 | $10,000+ |
Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,330 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Houston, TX
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 Low Income Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Houston?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Houston is at St. James Village listed at $250.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Houston is $1,516.
What is the largest Low Income Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 1,937 square feet unit starting from $1,354 at Coop at Summer Street.
What is the average size for Houston Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Houston is currently at 686 sq ft.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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