
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $600 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chinatown area of Houston.


Riveraine Apartments

Falls of Town Park

Town Park Apartments

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The Broadmoor

Parkgreen on Gessner

SunBlossom Mountain

Artisan West

3729 Thistlemont Dr

10051 Westpark Dr, Unit #263
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Vista on Gessner

10075 Westpark Dr

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The Claridge Apartments

Westpark Ranch

One Town Park

Rubicon

El Paraiso

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Waterfall Park

Ashford Willow Falls
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Belara

10051 Westpark Dr

10047 Westpark Dr

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8389 Sands Point Dr

3900 Woodchase Dr

10049 Westpark Dr

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Westchase Apartments

10130 Waterstone Dr

8315 Jorine Dr

10053 Westpark Dr

3754 Tanglewilde St
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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 | $756 | $680 | $850 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $675 | $1,290 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $850 | $2,100 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $1,415 | $1,906 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 54 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 $673. Riveraine Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $680. 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 | $673 |
| Riveraine Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| Falls of Town Park | Eff 350 sqft | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Ashford Willow Falls | 1X1-B | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Town Park Apartments | B | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Broadmoor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| SunBlossom Mountain | 1x1c 610sf | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Artisan West | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Rock Springs Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Vista on Gessner | A | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, TX
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $1.30 price per square foot G Model at Parkgreen on Gessner in the in the Sharpstown neighborhood starting from $1,415. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the B1 Model at The Broadmoor starting at $1,199 with a $1.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkgreen on Gessner | G | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Broadmoor | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| One Town Park | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 8330 Carvel Apartments | 2x1.5 C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Claridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Town Park Apartments | G | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Ashford Willow Falls | 2X1-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Rock Springs Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| SunBlossom Mountain | 1x1c 610sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Urban Palms Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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 $673 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 Parkgreen on Gessner and starts from $1,415.
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