
Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $500 (34 Rentals)


Westward Square

The Rushmore

Cole Creek Estates

The Laurel at Blackhawk 55+

Lost Oaks

Copperwood Ranch

Bellfort Pines
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Hawthorn Terrace

Town Park Apartments

Creekbend Gardens

Cypress Creek Reed Road

PadSplit

Southwest Terrace Apartments

Braeswood Atrium

Avenue Fulton Gardens
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Ella Grand

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AveCDC Terrace

Tarrington Court

Floral Gardens

Avenue on 34th

Redwood Heights

The Hollows
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The Metropolitan 55+

Minden Square Condos

Bristol

The Huntington at Sienna (Senior)

Newport Village

Cherry Crest Court - 62 + Senior Living

Mason Senior Apartments

Provision at West Bellfort
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Meadows Place Senior Village
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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 Under $500 | $1,329 | $392 | $5,472 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $500 | $1,348 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $500 | $1,719 | $321 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $500 | $2,275 | $686 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $500 | $2,870 | $649 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,821 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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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 $392 to $5,472 with an average price of $1,329.
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 $26,514. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,719.
How expensive are Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,766 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $686 to $27,502 - averaging $2,275 for the location.
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