Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Southwest Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (39 Rentals)

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Altura Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Altura Heights

4911 Airport BlvdHouston, TX 77085
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Pine Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Terrace

3901 Omeara DrHouston, TX 77025
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Spring Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Village

11810 Chimney Rock RdHouston, TX 77035
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Ashford Santa Fe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashford Santa Fe

4010 W Bellfort AveHouston, TX 77025
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Villa Rosa Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Rosa Apartments

5151 Willow DrHouston, TX 77035
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3811 Link Valley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3811 Link Valley

3811 Link ValleyHouston, TX 77025
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Ranchwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchwood Apartments

5251 Gasmer DrHouston, TX 77035
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Las Villas Del Parque
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Villas Del Parque

5541 Gasmer DrHouston, TX 77035
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Meyerland Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meyerland Court

9700 Glenfield CtHouston, TX 77096
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Corinthian Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Corinthian Village

6105 W Orem DrHouston, TX 77085
Senior Living
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Edison Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Edison Lofts

7215 W Fuqua DrMissouri City, TX 77489
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Central Southwest, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Southwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Southwest area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at St. James Village priced from $250. Cypress Creek Reed Road has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $498. Here are the most affordable Central Southwest apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. James VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$250
Cypress Creek Reed RoadBrazos1BR,1BA$498
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesDorsey2BR,2BA$601
Willow RidgePecos1BR,1BA$699
Pine TerraceEfficiencyStudio,1BA$742
Oaks of CharlestonEfficiencyStudio,1BA$779
Ranchwood ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$784
Glen Willow Apartments1x11BR,1BA$825
The Heights at Post Oak1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$836
Ashford Santa Fe1X1-D1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Southwest, TX

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Southwest area is the $1.22 price per square foot Colorado Model at Cypress Creek Reed Road in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Central Southwest apartment is the Dorsey Model at Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes starting at $601 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cypress Creek Reed RoadColorado3BR,2BA$1.22
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesDorsey2BR,2BA$0.56
Crossings at Hillcroft1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.18
Silver SpringsPlan A1BR,1BA$0.93
Glen Willow Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.29
St. James VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.28
Trails at City Park1A1BR,1BA$1.29
Ranchwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.30
Ashford Santa Fe1X1-D1BR,1BA$1.29
Willow RidgePecos1BR,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Southwest, Houston, TX

Ranked #110

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southern Houston. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Central Southwest Neighborhood in Houston, TX

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Southwest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Southwest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Southwest is at Pine Terrace listed at $742.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Southwest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Southwest Apartment is $498 at Cypress Creek Reed Road.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Southwest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Southwest is starting from $250 at St. James Village.

What is the most affordable Central Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Heights at Post Oak and starts from $1,115.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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