Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $1,100 (25 Rentals)

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property at 413 N LIVE OAK

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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413 N LIVE OAK

HoustonTX77003
property at 2016 Main St

$1,195 - $5,800

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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2016 Main St

HoustonTX77002

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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property at 2016 Main St

$1,800

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Total Monthly Price

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$1,800
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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2016 Main St, Unit 1217

2016 Main St
HoustonTX77002

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property at 2711 Polk St

$2,100

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2711 Polk St

HoustonTX77003
property at 705 Main St

$2,200 - $2,300

1 Bedroom Rentals

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705 Main St

HoustonTX77002
property at 1211 Caroline St

$2,200 - $5,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1211 Caroline St

HoustonTX77002

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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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 Studio unit found at Houston House priced from $965. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Houston HouseThe Bell AFFStudio,1BA$965
Warehouse DistrictMinimalist (S)1BR,1BA$999
55+ Senior Living Campanile on CommerceA2 Verona1BR,1BA$1,125
CircuitA1A1BR,1BA$1,225
Broadstone EADOS11BR,1BA$1,264

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX

As of July 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Houston area is the $2.05 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Travis Lofts in the in the Midtown Houston neighborhood starting from $2,360. The second greatest value Downtown Houston apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - MKT Model at AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts starting at $1,677 with a $1.55 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.
Travis Lofts1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.05
AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - MKT2BR,1BA$1.55
The LauraB12BR,2BA$2.20
Sabine Street LoftsA7 - Affordable 21BR,1BA$2.21
Warehouse DistrictModernist1BR,1BA$2.05
SoDo - Main South TowerA41BR,1BA$2.18
55+ Senior Living Campanile on CommerceA1 Florence1BR,1BA$1.61
Canal Street FlatsA11BR,1BA$1.89
Midtown on the RailA11BR,1BA$2.02
CircuitA1A1BR,1BA$2.02

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Houston, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect H-Town Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX

Ranked #33

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Houston?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $905 to $13,479. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Houston ranging from $1,100 to $6,000.

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 $1,100 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,617.

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