
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $300 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chinatown area of Houston.


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Urban Palms Apartment Homes

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SunBlossom Mountain

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Chinatown, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $699 | $314 | $831 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $848 | $612 | $1,367 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $850 | $2,000 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $1,416 | $1,906 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Urban Palms Apartment Homes priced from $612. Town Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Palms Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $612 |
| Town Park Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Riveraine Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| Falls of Town Park | Eff 350 sqft | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Ashford Willow Falls | 1X1-A | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Artisan West | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $733 |
| SunBlossom Mountain | A Studio 380sf | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| The Broadmoor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Rock Springs Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Parkgreen on Gessner | E | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, TX
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $1.35 price per square foot C1 Model at Artisan West in the in the Sharpstown neighborhood starting from $1,582. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the B1 Model at The Broadmoor starting at $1,189 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Alief neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan West | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Broadmoor | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Town Park Apartments | H | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Parkgreen on Gessner | D | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 8330 Carvel Apartments | 2x1.5 C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Claridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Urban Palms Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| One Town Park | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Ashford Willow Falls | 2X1-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Rock Springs Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at Riveraine Apartments listed at $680.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $612 at Urban Palms Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $850 at Riveraine Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Falls of Town Park and starts from $1,440.
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