
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gulfgate Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $500 (4 Rentals)
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Gulfgate, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulfgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gulfgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $685 | $1,365 |
Gulfgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $825 | $1,555 |
Gulfgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $1,182 | $1,182 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gulfgate Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulfgate, TX
As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gulfgate area is the $1.01 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Reno Model at Metro 5514 in the in the Gulfgate neighborhood starting from $1,011. The second greatest value Gulfgate apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2801 Carrolton St starting at $999 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Wayside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gulfgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Metro 5514 | 1 Bed 1 Bath Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
2801 Carrolton St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
La Mariposa Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Smart Living at Telephone | The Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Golfcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gulfgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gulfgate?
The cheapest apartment in Gulfgate is Golfcrest Apartments which is listed at $739, while the average apartment in Gulfgate costs $1,320.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gulfgate?
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 6 regular apartments in Gulfgate that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Lori Rosario
Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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