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Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes
2889 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
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Cypress Creek Reed Road
2910 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
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The Tramonti
16432 Chimney Rock RdHouston, TX 77053
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The Heights at Post Oak
12500 Dunlap StHouston, TX 77035
1 Bollardpoint Ln
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$779 - $1,250Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oaks of Charleston
16 Charleston Park DrHouston, TX 77025
4400 W Airport Blvd
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Glen Willow Apartments
10600 S Post Oak RdHouston, TX 77035
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12800 Dunlap DrHouston, TX 77085
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11800 City Park Central LnHouston, TX 77047
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3815 Fuqua St WHouston, TX 77045
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6Ten at Med Center Apartments
2701 W Bellfort AveHouston, TX 77054
4017 Osby Dr
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4028 Baja Ln
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13325 Elaine Rd
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Ranch at City Park
11900 City Park Central LnHouston, TX 77047
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Connection at Buffalo Pointe Apartments
10201 Buffalo SpeedwayHouston, TX 77054
5810 W Bellfort Ave
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5810 W Bellfort Ave, Unit Efficiency
5810 W Bellfort AveHouston, TX 77035
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Lakes at 610
9111 Lakes at 610 DrHouston, TX 77054
4045 W Bellfort Ave
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Central Southwest, Houston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,194 | $779 | $1,350 |
| Central Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $521 | $4,730 |
| Central Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $601 | $5,123 |
| Central Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $800 | $6,169 |
| Central Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,447 | $1,275 | $7,816 |
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Cheapest Available Central Southwest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Southwest area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes priced from $497. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes | Miller | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| Cypress Creek Reed Road | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $498 |
| The Heights at Post Oak | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $636 |
| Pine Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Ashford Santa Fe | 1X1-Eff | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Las Villas Del Parque | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Ranchwood Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $784 |
| Glen Willow Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Willow Ridge | Pecos | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Southwest, TX
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Southwest area is the $1.32 price per square foot Lacey Model at The Oaks at Grand West in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Central Southwest apartment is the Colorado Model at Cypress Creek Reed Road starting at $1,490 with a $1.22 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Oaks at Grand West | Lacey | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Cypress Creek Reed Road | Colorado | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Allum At South Post Oak | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Crossings at Hillcroft | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Silver Springs | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Glen Willow Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Las Villas Del Parque | Plan B5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Trails at City Park | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes | Goodman | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| The Heights at Post Oak | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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
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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 $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Southwest Apartment is $497 at Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes.
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 $601 at Cypress Creek Reed Road.
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.
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