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Downtown Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Houston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,855 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Houston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,189 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Houston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,981 | $500 | $6,250 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Houston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Houston area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at Houston House priced from $769. Warehouse District has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston House | The Leeland AFF | Studio,1BA | $769 |
| Warehouse District | Abstractionist (S) | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Circuit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Rice | A2 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,158 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Houston area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60 Model at AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts in the in the Downtown Houston neighborhood starting from $1,286. The second greatest value Downtown Houston apartment is the A5 Model at The Hamilton starting at $1,425 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Third Ward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Houston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Hamilton | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Houston House | The Milam AFF | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Sabine Street Lofts | A1 - Affordable 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 500 Crawford Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Warehouse District | Modernist | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Midtown on the Rail | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| Block 334 Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Circuit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Houston
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Houston?
There are currently 83 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $719 to $15,324. There are also 209 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Houston ranging from $500 to $12,086.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Houston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Houston ranges from $500 to $12,086 with an average monthly rent of $2,531.
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