New Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $3,500 (663 Rentals)

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Rone Residences
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$3,179 - $18,220
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Rone Residences

2311 Westheimer RdHouston, TX 77098
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The Westcott
$2,723 - $54,950
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The Westcott

929 Westcott StHouston, TX 77007
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Cortland Museum District
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$2,270 - $20,050
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$2,270 - $20,050

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$2,270 - $20,050
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Cortland Museum District

5280 Caroline StHouston, TX 77004
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Parkside Residences
$2,256 - $13,979
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Parkside Residences

808 Crawford StHouston, TX 77002
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Ellison Heights
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$2,110 - $18,955
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Ellison Heights

510 W 20th StHouston, TX 77008
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Vantage Med Center
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$2,009 - $7,072
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Vantage Med Center

1911 Holcombe BlvdHouston, TX 77030
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Alexan River Oaks
$1,952 - $5,319
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Alexan River Oaks

3015 Weslayan StHouston, TX 77027
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Foundry on 19th
$1,906 - $7,922
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Foundry on 19th

555 W 19th StHouston, TX 77008
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The Watt
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$1,897 - $4,745
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The Watt

550 Westlake Park BlvdHouston, TX 77079
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Chelsea Museum District
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$1,877 - $5,271
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Chelsea Museum District

4641 MontroseHouston, TX 77006
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One Hermann Place
$1,842 - $18,201
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One Hermann Place

1699 Hermann DrHouston, TX 77004
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Maxwell Memorial
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$1,825 - $3,760
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$1,825 - $3,760

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$1,825 - $3,760
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Maxwell Memorial

5004 Memorial DrHouston, TX 77007
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Emeline Heights
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$1,822 - $3,568
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Emeline Heights

925 W 20th StHouston, TX 77008
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Alta River Oaks
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$1,821 - $2,837
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Alta River Oaks

3636 W Dallas StHouston, TX 77019
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Lenox Heights
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$1,799 - $3,673
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$1,799 - $3,673

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Lenox Heights

333 W 24th StHouston, TX 77008
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Rye Heights
$1,798 - $4,439
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Rye Heights

1111 W 23rd StHouston, TX 77008
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Elan Med Center
$1,770 - $7,638
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Elan Med Center

7010 StaffordshireHouston, TX 77030
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209 E 23rd St
$1,750
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209 E 23rd St

209 E 23rd StHouston, TX 77008
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Montrose at Buffalo Bayou
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$1,699 - $4,900
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Montrose at Buffalo Bayou

1320 Montrose BlvdHouston, TX 77019
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Elev8 Downtown
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$1,698 - $6,551
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Elev8 Downtown

1801 Smith StHouston, TX 77002
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The Ultimate Guide to Houston Apartment Living: Neighborhoods, Culture, and Community

Find your perfect Houston apartment or home with this guide to the city and its top suburbs to rent. We cover everything from downtown living to the best family-friendly communities like The Woodlands and New Caney.

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Alexan Junction Heights
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$1,684 - $3,100
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$1,684 - $3,100

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Alexan Junction Heights

3003 Summer StHouston, TX 77007
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High Point Uptown
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$1,671 - $2,496
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High Point Uptown

807 S Post Oak LnHouston, TX 77056
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Avenue Grove
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$1,652 - $4,459
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Avenue Grove

3815 Eastside StHouston, TX 77098
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Broadstone Amarra
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$1,599 - $2,427
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Broadstone Amarra

10850 Hammerly BlvdHouston, TX 77043
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Top Neighborhoods Near Houston Major Employers

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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 $455.

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

The average rent for a New Apartment in Houston is $2,340.

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 $2,800 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 662 sq ft.

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