
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gulfgate Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $500 (18 Rentals)
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1907 Dismuke St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulfgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfgate Studio Apartments | $822 | $795 | $850 |
| Gulfgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $725 | $1,340 |
| Gulfgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $899 | $1,850 |
| Gulfgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $1,182 | $1,577 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gulfgate Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Gulfgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gulfgate area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Dismuke Apartment Homes priced from $725. Golfcrest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Gulfgate apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dismuke Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Golfcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 2801 Carrolton St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| Metro 5514 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Cypress Square | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulfgate, TX
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gulfgate area is the $0.95 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Reno Model at Metro 5514 in the in the Gulfgate neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Gulfgate apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2801 Carrolton St starting at $899 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 5514 | 1 Bed 1 Bath Reno | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 2801 Carrolton St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| OST Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Cypress Square | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| La Mariposa Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Dismuke Apartment Homes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Smart Living at Telephone | The Park | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Golfcrest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gulfgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gulfgate?
The cheapest apartment in Gulfgate is Dismuke Apartment Homes which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Gulfgate costs $1,512.
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 12 regular apartments in Gulfgate 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 Gulfgate?
Cheap apartments in Gulfgate have an average cost of $402 which is $1,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gulfgate.
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