Cheap Homes for Rent in Gulfton Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (8 Rentals)

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property at 7714 Renwick Dr

$850 - $1,650

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7714 Renwick Dr

HoustonTX77081
property at 6401 Skyline Dr

$1,145 - $1,450

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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6401 Skyline Dr

HoustonTX77057
property at 6606 De Moss Dr

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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6606 De Moss Dr, Unit 1014

6606 De Moss Dr
HoustonTX77074

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property at 6202 Skyline Dr

$1,339

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$1,339

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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6202 Skyline Dr, Unit 44

6202 Skyline Dr
HoustonTX77057
property at 3525 Sage Rd

$1,290 - $2,900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3525 Sage Rd

HoustonTX77056

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Gulfton, Houston, TX Local Guide

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 Westward Square priced from $493. The Alora Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $640. Here are the most affordable Gulfton apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westward SquareA1BR,1BA$493
The Alora ApartmentsMadrid1BR,1BA$640
Sterling PointA1 1x1 6161BR,1BA$659

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulfton, TX

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gulfton area is the $1.28 price per square foot B12 Model at Connect Highstar in the in the Sharpstown neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Gulfton apartment is the Boxwood Model at The Ellis Apartments starting at $1,320 with a $1.12 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Connect HighstarB122BR,2BA$1.28
The Ellis ApartmentsBoxwood2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Inglewood Village ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.27
The Atrium At 5606B12BR,1BA$1.18
Ashford Buena Vista2X2-A2BR,2BA$1.07
Las Velas at Hillcroft2-22BR,2BA$1.25
Ashford St Cloud1x1AD1BR,1BA$1.18
Lantern VillageB - W/D1BR,1BA$1.22
Sterling PointB 1x1 6601BR,1BA$1.30
Westward SquareB1BR,1BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gulfton

What type of rentals are currently available in Gulfton?

There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Gulfton, TX with pricing that ranges from $570 to $3,589. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gulfton ranging from $850 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gulfton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gulfton ranges from $850 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,156.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gulfton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gulfton range from $1,160 to $3,589, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,619.

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