
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brook Forest Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $500 (62 Rentals)
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University Green

The Taylor at 525

Creekside Villas Apartments

Park at Clear Lake

Lakeshore Apartments

The Beverly at Clear Lake

The Cove

Skylar Pointe

Sapphire Resort Apartments
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Newport at Clear Lake

The Grand Hampton at Clear Lake

Aero On Upper Bay

The Palms at Clear Lake Apartments

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Las Palmas

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Village on the Lake

18101 Point Lookout Dr, Unit 317

Clearpoint Crossing Residences

The Atwater Clear Lake
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The Caroline

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Park at Armand Bayou

18101 Point Lookout Dr, Unit 145

Furnished Studio-Houston - NASA - Johnson Space Center

18101 Point Lookout Dr, Unit 272

18101 Point Lookout Dr, Unit 464

Nassau Bay Villa

Regatta

Bay House

The Riviera at Clear Lake
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Breeze at Clear Lake

1516 Bay Area Blvd

1500 Bay Area Blvd

1900 Bay Area Blvd

1546 Ramada Dr

351 Lakeside Ln

1413 Bonanza Rd

1525 Bonanza Rd

1870 Saxony Ln

15814 Havenhurst Dr
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Barringer Square

The Landing at Clear Lake

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Veridian at Clear Lake

The Legacy at Clear Lake

McAlister

The Haven Apartments

Copper Hill

Anchor at South Shore

Palomar
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Brook Forest, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brook Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Forest Studio Apartments | $911 | $759 | $1,769 |
| Brook Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $749 | $10,000+ |
| Brook Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $839 | $10,000+ |
| Brook Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $1,195 | $3,000 |
| Brook Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $1,535 | $1,535 |
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Cheapest Available Brook Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brook Forest area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at University Green priced from $710. Lakeshire Place Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Brook Forest apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Green | S1 | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Lakeshire Place Apartment Homes | 1BR 1BA 1A-VL | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Park at Clear Lake | The Hubble | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Lakeshore Apartments | The Spring | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Regatta | B | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Skylar Pointe | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Sapphire Resort Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $839 |
| Bay House | 1B-1B | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Aurora Flats | A1 | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brook Forest, TX
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brook Forest area is the $1.35 price per square foot Luxurious 3 Bedroom Model at The Townhomes on Three in the in the Clear Lake neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Brook Forest apartment is the G Model at Regatta starting at $1,378 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Clear Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brook Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townhomes on Three | Luxurious 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Regatta | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Legacy at Clear Lake | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Grand Hampton at Clear Lake | B3R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Sapphire Resort Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Aero On Upper Bay | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Barringer Square | A1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Bay House | 1B-1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Veridian at Clear Lake | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Brook Forest, Houston, and the greater Houston area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brook Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brook Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brook Forest is under $849.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brook Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Brook Forest is Lakeshire Place Apartment Homes which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Brook Forest costs $1,733.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brook Forest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 56 regular apartments in Brook Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Brook Forest?
Cheap apartments in Brook Forest have an average cost of $115 which is $1,618 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brook Forest.
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