Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (71 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Star

1111 Rusk StHouston, TX 77002
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2501 McKinney St

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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2404 Navigation BlvdHouston, TX 77003
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Downtown Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Houston area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Warehouse District I priced from $999. Houston House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,060. Here are the most affordable Downtown Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Warehouse District IAbstractionist (S)1BR,1BA$999
Houston HouseThe Austin1BR,1BA$1,060
SoDo - Main South TowerS3Studio,1BA$1,114
The RiceA2 - StudioStudio,1BA$1,156
SoDo - Houston North TowerS3Studio,1BA$1,162
CircuitS1Studio,1BA$1,175
1711 CarolineE11BR,1BA$1,275
The LauraS1Studio,1BA$1,337
Midtown on the RailA31BR,1BA$1,350
Canal Street FlatsA11BR,1BA$1,398

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX

As of September 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Houston area is the $1.93 price per square foot A6 Model at 500 Crawford Apartments in the in the Downtown Houston neighborhood starting from $2,215. The second greatest value Downtown Houston apartment is the A5 - Affordable 3 Model at Sabine Street Lofts starting at $1,948 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Downtown Houston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
500 Crawford ApartmentsA61BR,1BA$1.93
Sabine Street LoftsA5 - Affordable 31BR,1BA$2.22
The StarA111BR,1.5BA$1.99
The HamiltonA11BR,1BA$2.08
1810 Main ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$2.20
East End LoftsA06 TH1BR,1BA$2.18
Warehouse District IModernist1BR,1BA$2.12
Canal Street FlatsA11BR,1BA$2.01
Midtown on the RailA31BR,1BA$2.04
Houston HouseThe LeelandStudio ,1BA$2.07

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Texas, including Houston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Houston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Houston is at Houston House listed at $1,019.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Houston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Houston Apartment is $999 at Warehouse District I.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Houston is starting from $1,527 at Houston House.

What is the most affordable Downtown Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SoDo - Houston North Tower and starts from $2,463.

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