
Cheap Homes for Rent in Barker Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $600 (46 Rentals)
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19502 Woodglen Dr

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 108

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A1, Unit A1

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 104

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A2, Unit A2

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1126b

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 364

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 264
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14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 222

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A3, Unit A3

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 150

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14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 487

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 384

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 154

18021 Kingsland Blvd, Unit 2206

18021 Kingsland Blvd, Unit 1112
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14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 273

20139 Telegraph Square Ln

529 Barker-Clodine Rd, Unit Verbana, Unit Verbana

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1190

2510 Silver Cypress Dr

19518 Munsey Ct

18021 Kingsland Blvd, Unit 1304

18021 Kingsland Blvd, Unit 8315

20070 N Navaho Trail
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6551 Westcott St

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1305

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1270

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit B1, Unit B1

2203 Wheathall Camp Ln

20126 Seablossom Ln

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit B2, Unit B2

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1391

18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1332
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18210 Park Row Blvd, Unit 1388

2011 Marlberry Ln

2011 Marlberry Ln

20214 Smithfield Crossing Ln

20115 Raingate Ln

14805 Grisby Rd

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 128

3323 Silverside Dr

14805 Grisby Rd, Unit 226
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19419 Moonhollow Dr
Barker, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Barker?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barker 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,088 | $1,627 | $3,900 |
| Barker 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,405 | $1,595 | $5,500 |
| Barker 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,227 | $1,875 | $8,900 |
| Barker 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,913 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Barker 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Barker Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Barker Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barker area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Rushmore priced from $471. The Passages at Rye 1255 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Barker apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rushmore | A2AHC-30% | 1BR,1BA | $471 |
| The Passages at Rye 1255 | The Primerose | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| TEAK Apartments | Palm - Designer | Studio,1BA | $806 |
| The Place at Barker Cypress - 1822 | 1822 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $812 |
| The Place at Barker Cypress | 1800 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Park Falls | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Reserve by the Lake | Creekbend | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Westborough Crossing | The Dartmore | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Terra at Park Row | A2F | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Stonecreek Apartments | The 650 | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barker, TX
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barker area is the $1.47 price per square foot BUCKINGHAM DAG Model at The Abbey at Barker Cypress in the in the Lakes of Buckingham neighborhood starting from $1,820. The second greatest value Barker apartment is the Lockhart Model at Aliso Briar Forest starting at $1,529 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Eldridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barker apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Abbey at Barker Cypress | BUCKINGHAM DAG | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Aliso Briar Forest | Lockhart | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Farmington | 2X1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Villages of Briar Forest | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Grand Palms | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Reserve by the Lake | Creekbend | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Park Falls | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| MAA Energy Park | Chelsea 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Place at Barker Cypress - 1822 | 1822 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Place at Barker Cypress | 1800 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barker
What type of rentals are currently available in Barker?
There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Barker, TX with pricing that ranges from $471 to $5,332. There are also 211 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Barker ranging from $675 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Barker?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Barker ranges from $675 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,783.
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