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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 | $2,513 | $1,687 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Houston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,105 | $2,175 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Houston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,900 | $4,800 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 29 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 AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts priced from $1,010. Houston House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,118. Here are the most affordable Downtown Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60 | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
| Houston House | The Leeland | Studio,1BA | $1,118 |
| Circuit | E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,198 |
| The Rice | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,201 |
| Warehouse District I | Minimalist - A3.1(e) | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Laura | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Eighteen25 Downtown | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,332 |
| Midtown on the Rail | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Broadstone EADO | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX
As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Houston area is the $1.62 price per square foot C5 Model at SoDo - Houston North Tower in the in the Midtown Houston neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value Downtown Houston apartment is the B4 Model at The Hamilton starting at $2,241 with a $1.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoDo - Houston North Tower | C5 | 3BR,3BA | $1.62 |
| The Hamilton | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Sabine Street Lofts | A5 - Affordable 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 500 Crawford Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Block 334 Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Midtown on the Rail | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Circuit | E1A | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
| Houston House | The Leeland | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Houston?
There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $750 to $15,324. There are also 187 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Houston ranging from $825 to $7,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Houston ranges from $825 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,002.
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.