Cheap Homes for Rent in East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $900 (16 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 $835. North Forest Trails has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable East Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dyersdale Village1 bedroom/1 bathroom1BR,1BA$835
North Forest Trails2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$969
Lakecrest VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,030
Villas at Colt Run Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,243

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Houston area is the $1.27 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Lakecrest Village in the in the East Houston neighborhood starting from $1,570. 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.
Lakecrest VillageFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.27
Villas at Colt Run Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.87
North Forest Trails3 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted)3BR,2BA$1.13
Dyersdale Village1 bedroom/1 bathroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.59

Frequently Asked Questions about East Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in East Houston?

There are currently 21 Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $949 to $1,865. There are also 151 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Houston ranging from $900 to $2,550.

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 $900 to $2,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,777.

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 $1,235 to $1,865, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,570.

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