Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Southwest Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (83 Rentals)

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property at 5216 Arboles Dr
$800 - $850
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5216 Arboles Dr

HoustonTX77035
property at 5929 Queensloch Dr
$1,200 - $1,550
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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5929 Queensloch Dr

HoustonTX77096

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property at 5230 Arboles Dr
$1,150 - $1,350
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5230 Arboles Dr

HoustonTX77035
property at 6736 W Fuqua St
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400

Total Monthly Price$1,400
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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6736 W Fuqua St

Missouri CityTX77489

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property at 5130 Ridgevan St
$1,450
3 Bedroom Rentals
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5130 Ridgevan St

HoustonTX77053

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Cheapest Available Central Southwest Homes for Rent

 

The cheapest available rental home in the Central Southwest area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed home found at 1 Bollardpoint Ln priced from $890. 4738 Trail Lake Dr has the second lowest priced home, which is a 3 Beds rental home currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Central Southwest homes for rent in Houston, TX:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1 Bollardpoint Ln1 Bollardpoint Ln1BR, 1BA$890
4738 Trail Lake Dr4738 Trail Lake Dr3BR, 2BA$1,550
6311 Clayridge Dr6311 Clayridge Dr3BR, 2BA$1,600
3130 Kelling St3130 Kelling St4BR, 2BA$1,649
3247 Jorns St3247 Jorns St4BR, 2BA$1,649
15822 Danford Dr15822 Danford Dr3BR, 2BA$1,695

Best Value Homes for Rent in Central Southwest, TX

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the Central Southwest area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1936 Acaciawood Way Model at 1936 Acaciawood Way in the Central Southwest neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Central Southwest rental home is the 10603 Hillcroft Ave Model at 10603 Hillcroft Ave in the Braesview Terrace neighborhood starting at $2,600 with a $0.98 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Southwest homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1936 Acaciawood Way1936 Acaciawood Way4BR, 4BA$1.00
10603 Hillcroft Ave10603 Hillcroft Ave3BR, 2BA$0.98
2615 Meiko Dr2615 Meiko Dr4BR, 3BA$0.87
2919 Amherst Mdw Ln2919 Amherst Mdw Ln4BR, 2.5BA$1.11
6323 Oakham St6323 Oakham St3BR, 2BA$0.92
6323 Oakham St6323 Oakham St3BR, 2BA$0.92
15822 Danford Dr15822 Danford Dr3BR, 2BA$0.90
16211 Bowridge Ln16211 Bowridge Ln4BR, 2BA$0.83
16211 Bowridge Ln16211 Bowridge Ln4BR, 2BA$0.83
3479 Rockrill Dr3479 Rockrill Dr4BR, 3BA$1.09
6311 Clayridge Dr6311 Clayridge Dr3BR, 2BA$0.93
4738 Trail Lake Dr4738 Trail Lake Dr3BR, 2BA$0.91

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Central Southwest, Houston, TX

Ranked #108

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Southwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Southwest?

There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Central Southwest, TX with pricing that ranges from $539 to $18,358. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Southwest ranging from $800 to $5,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Southwest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Southwest ranges from $800 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,146.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Southwest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Southwest range from $1,100 to $5,774, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,714.

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