
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Fifth Ward Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (35 Rentals)
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4609 Market St

3502 Campbell St

3502 Campbell St

3020 Jewel St

4705 Lyons Ave

5412 Market St

5409 Suez St
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3002 Market St

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1911 Benson St

4705 Lyons Ave

2002 Bleker St

1610 Mystic St
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3102 Brackenridge St

5405 Suez St, Unit 2, Unit 2

5405 Suez St

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5405 Suez St, Unit 1, Unit 1

5405 Suez St, Unit 4, Unit 4

4049 Lucille St
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2704 Brewster St

3804 Lelia St

3516 Orange St

3518 Orange St

Brittons Place

5409 Suez St, Unit 3, Unit 3

2326 Bringhurst St

4704 Farmer St
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3120 Stonewall St

2523 Kirk St

4714 Sharon St
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater Fifth Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Fifth Ward Studio Apartments | $1,618 | $1,100 | $1,839 |
| Greater Fifth Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $799 | $2,281 |
| Greater Fifth Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $800 | $3,002 |
| Greater Fifth Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,147 | $3,954 |
| Greater Fifth Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $4,161 | $4,161 |
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Cheapest Available Greater Fifth Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Fifth Ward area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Cleme Manor priced from $904. Rose Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Greater Fifth Ward apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleme Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $904 |
| Rose Plaza | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| St. Elizabeth Place | Efficiency - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,326 |
| The Laura | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $1,746 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Fifth Ward, TX
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Fifth Ward area is the $2.33 price per square foot A4 Model at The Laura in the in the Downtown Houston neighborhood starting from $1,931. The second greatest value Greater Fifth Ward apartment is the 2x1 Model at Cleme Manor starting at $904 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Fifth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laura | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Cleme Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Rose Plaza | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| St. Elizabeth Place | Efficiency - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
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Best Local Schools in Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX
Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy for Young Men
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Fifth Ward Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater Fifth Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Greater Fifth Ward is St. Elizabeth Place which is listed at $1,420, while the average apartment in Greater Fifth Ward costs $4,161.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater Fifth Ward?
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 2 regular apartments in Greater Fifth Ward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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