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Lakecrest Village
9393 Tidwell RdHouston, TX 77078
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (5 Rentals)
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$975 - $1,3251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
North Forest Trails
9550 N Wayside RdHouston, TX 77028
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$1,030 - $1,4361 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villas at Colt Run Apartments
7600 E Houston RdHouston, TX 77028
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Commons of Grace
9110 Tidwell RdHouston, TX 77078
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Angel Ridge
8600 SterlingshireHouston, TX 77078
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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 | $997 | $975 | $1,030 |
| East Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $950 | $1,243 |
| East Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,122 | $3,846 |
| East Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,575 | $1,575 |
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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 Dyersdale Village priced from $944. Lakecrest Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyersdale Village | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $944 |
| Lakecrest Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Commons of Grace | Commons of Grace a 55+ community- Accepts Sect... | 2BR,2BA | $972 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Houston area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Villas at Colt Run Apartments in the in the East Houston neighborhood starting from $1,030. 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 | $0.87 |
| 7954 Nashville St, Unit 7954 Nashville St Houston | 7954 Nashville St | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Commons of Grace | Affordable Rent for 55+ , Accepts Section 8 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Lakecrest Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Dyersdale Village | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 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 $1,575.
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 19 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 $1,120 which is $455 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Houston.
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