Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $3,300 (969 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Cortland Museum District
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$2,370 - $19,570
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$2,370 - $19,570

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Cortland Museum District

5280 Caroline StHouston, TX 77004
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One Hermann Place
$2,074 - $6,958
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One Hermann Place

1699 Hermann DrHouston, TX 77004
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The Westheimer Apartments
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$1,848 - $4,288
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The Westheimer Apartments

2001 Westheimer RdHouston, TX 77098
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Elan Med Center
$1,767 - $7,082
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Elan Med Center

7010 StaffordshireHouston, TX 77030
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Virage
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$1,593 - $3,485
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Virage

100 Detering StHouston, TX 77007
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Where to Stay in Houston: The 5 Best Neighborhoods for Short-Term Lease Options

Discover Houston's top areas for Short-Term Lease apartments. We review 5 neighborhoods with the most short-term rental apartments and houses, ideal for students, families, and business travel.

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WaterWall Place
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$1,418 - $3,439
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WaterWall Place

2801 Waterwall DrHouston, TX 77056
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Meritage
$1,398 - $2,470
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Meritage

4550 N Braeswood BlvdHouston, TX 77096
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Encore Montrose
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$1,367 - $2,748
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Encore Montrose

4508 Graustark StHouston, TX 77006
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Bellrock Memorial
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$1,350 - $2,346
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Bellrock Memorial

1148 Silber RdHouston, TX 77055
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The Atwater Clear Lake
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$1,334 - $4,274
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The Atwater Clear Lake

15500 Middlebrook DrHouston, TX 77058
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Clear Lake Place
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$1,328 - $1,852
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Clear Lake Place

18707 Egret Bay BlvdHouston, TX 77058
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When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

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Plaza at Westchase
$1,297 - $1,575
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Plaza at Westchase

2601 Woodland Park DrHouston, TX 77077
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Sawyer Heights Lofts
$1,291 - $3,123
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Sawyer Heights Lofts

2424 Sawyer Heights StHouston, TX 77007
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Siegel Suites Houston
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$1,288 - $1,856
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Siegel Suites Houston

16410 North FwyHouston, TX 77090
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Braeswood Place
$1,283 - $3,217
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Braeswood Place

3838 N Braeswood BlvdHouston, TX 77025
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Preserve At Copperleaf
$1,279 - $2,133
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Preserve At Copperleaf

14811 West RdHouston, TX 77095
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Prose South Main
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$1,272 - $1,779
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Prose South Main

12111 Main StHouston, TX 77035
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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

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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

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February 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Houston?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Houston is at Gateway at Ellington listed at $551.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $2,181.

What is the largest Short-term Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,498 square feet unit starting from $14,053 at 2703 Blodgett St.

What is the average size for Houston Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Houston is currently at 760 sq ft.

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