
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $300 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Houston area of Houston.


9211 N Green River Dr

Lakecrest Village

North Forest Trails

Villas at Colt Run Apartments

5212 Ina St
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7605 Denton St

5212 Ina St, Unit Ina St B

5212 Ina St, Unit Ina St B

7822 Oak Knoll Ln

9010 Linda Vista Rd

Dyersdale Village
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Home Towne At Wayside

8030 Record St

9110 Kentshire Dr

7891 Gallahad St
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6601 Nielan

9337 Talton St
East Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $949 | $385 | $1,100 |
| East Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,086 | $950 | $1,243 |
| East Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,122 | $3,466 |
| East Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,333 | $1,612 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available East Houston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Houston area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Lakecrest Village priced from $954. Commons of Grace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $972. Here are the most affordable East Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakecrest Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $954 |
| Commons of Grace | 2+2 50% | 2BR,2BA | $972 |
| North Forest Trails | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Villas at Colt Run Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,243 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Houston area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Villas at Colt Run Apartments in the in the East Houston neighborhood starting from $1,436. The second greatest value East Houston apartment is the 7954 Nashville St Model at 7954 Nashville St, Unit 7954 Nashville St Houston starting at $1,600 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Kashmere Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Houston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Colt Run Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 7954 Nashville St, Unit 7954 Nashville St Houston | 7954 Nashville St | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Commons of Grace | 2+2 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Lakecrest Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 7605 Denton St | 7605 Denton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| North Forest Trails | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Houston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Houston?
The cheapest apartment in East Houston is North Forest Trails which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in East Houston costs $1,425.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Houston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in East Houston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Houston?
Cheap apartments in East Houston have an average cost of $922 which is $503 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Houston.
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