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South Rice Apartments
5612 S Rice AveHouston, TX 77081
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gulfton Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Greenstone Apartments
6414 Alder DrHouston, TX 77081
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Westward Square
6233 Gulfton StHouston, TX 77081
7211 Atwell Dr
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Fountains at Chimney Rock
5601 Chimney Rock RdHouston, TX 77081
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The Alora Apartments
5500 El Camino Del Rey StHouston, TX 77081
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Sterling Point
6601 Dunlap RdHouston, TX 77074
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5401 Chimney Rock
5401 Chimney Rock RdHouston, TX 77081
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La Estancia Apartments
6200 Gulfton StHouston, TX 77081
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Gulfton, Houston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulfton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfton Studio Apartments | $779 | $650 | $917 |
| Gulfton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $568 | $1,832 |
| Gulfton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $775 | $2,396 |
| Gulfton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $788 | $2,500 |
| Gulfton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,572 | $2,310 |
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Cheapest Available Gulfton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gulfton area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at South Rice Apartments priced from $568. Westward Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable Gulfton apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Rice Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $568 |
| Westward Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Pavilion Place | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Greenstone Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Sterling Point | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Ashford Buena Vista | 1X1-C | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 5401 Chimney Rock | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lantern Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| La Estancia Apartments | 1x1A Renovated 612 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Pelican Pointe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulfton, TX
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gulfton area is the $1.07 price per square foot B1 Model at South Rice Apartments in the in the Uptown Houston neighborhood starting from $1,183. The second greatest value Gulfton apartment is the 2X2-B-P Model at Ashford Buena Vista starting at $1,110 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Mulberry Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gulfton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Rice Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Ashford Buena Vista | 2X2-B-P | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Las Velas at Hillcroft | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Sterling Point | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Crossings at St. Charles | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Colony Oaks | B / BU | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Ashford St Cloud | 1x1AD | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pelican Pointe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Lantern Village | B1 - W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Pavilion Place | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Getting Around the Gulfton Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gulfton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gulfton?
The cheapest apartment in Gulfton is South Rice Apartments which is listed at $568, while the average apartment in Gulfton costs $1,727.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gulfton?
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 9 regular apartments in Gulfton 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 Gulfton?
Cheap apartments in Gulfton have an average cost of $468 which is $1,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gulfton.
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