Cheap Homes for Rent in East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (7 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Dyersdale Village priced from $855. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dyersdale Village1 bedroom/1 bathroom1BR,1BA$855
Commons of GraceCommons of Grace a 55+ community- Accepts Sect...2BR,2BA$972
North Forest Trails1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Houston area is the $0.93 price per square foot 7813 Laura Koppe Rd Model at 7813 Laura Koppe Rd, Unit A in the in the East Houston neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value East Houston apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Villas at Colt Run Apartments starting at $1,030 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the East Houston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7813 Laura Koppe Rd, Unit A7813 Laura Koppe Rd3BR,2.5BA$0.93
Villas at Colt Run Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.87
7954 Nashville St, Unit 7954 Nashville St Houston7954 Nashville St3BR,2BA$1.39
Lakecrest VillageThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.21
Commons of GraceAffordable Rent for 55+ , Accepts Section 82BR,2BA$1.22
North Forest Trails1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1.54
Dyersdale Village1 bedroom/1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.46

Frequently Asked Questions about East Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in East Houston?

There are currently 26 Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $955 to $3,875. There are also 144 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Houston ranging from $899 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Houston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Houston ranges from $899 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,567.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Houston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Houston range from $1,244 to $3,875, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,719 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,375.

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