
Cheap Homes for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (42 Rentals)
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506 N Wayside Dr

221 Caylor St, Unit 211.3

221 Caylor St, Unit 221.15

7902 Hudson St

7910 Ford St

6741 Ave E

7409 Avenue L
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6832 Avenue I

4618 Clay St

508 Wayside Dr

5201 Lindsay St

905 74th St

7017 Sherman St

7133 Avenue C

4625 Bell St, Unit 1/2
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6912 Avenue C

5105 Sherman St

4624 Clay St

10 Jenkins St

7909 Ford St, Unit 4

7909 Ford St, Unit 3

7301 Avenue K

4306 Wilmer St
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4115 Bering St

7142 Avenue K

421 Sidney St

7010 Corsicana St

311 Clifton St

115 Hunt St

5017 Pease St

7 Hunt St
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7 Hunt St

5017 Pease St, Unit A

6618 Avenue N

4102 Engelke St

215 Delmar St, Unit 3

4714 Sharon St

111 S 70th St, Unit 3

7307 Avenue H, Unit B
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4411 Dallas St

7909 Ford St, Unit 2
East End, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East End 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,658 | $880 | $4,500 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,525 | $1,100 | $6,000 |
| East End 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,774 | $1,600 | $4,800 |
| East End 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East End Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available East End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East End area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Club Place Apartments priced from $693. Fair Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $719. Here are the most affordable East End apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Place Apartments | Bay Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Cleme Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Dismuke Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Norwood Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Avenue J | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou | A1-50% | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| NHH Avenue C | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $931 |
| Boutique Living Near University of Houston | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Encanto Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, TX
As of July 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $1.07 price per square foot Northgate Model at Country Club Place Apartments in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $1,126. The second greatest value East End apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Oaks at Wayside Apartments starting at $1,479 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the East End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Place Apartments | Northgate | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Oaks at Wayside Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Norwood Street Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Emory at Canal | Emory 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Boutique Living Near University of Houston | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Arise Magnolia Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Avenue J | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| NHH Avenue C | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Cleme Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East End?
There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in East End, TX with pricing that ranges from $522 to $7,996. There are also 166 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East End ranging from $700 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East End?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East End ranges from $700 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,294.
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