Cheap Homes for Rent in Gulfton Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $900 (13 Rentals)

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property at 6401 Skyline Dr

6401 Skyline Dr

HoustonTX77057
property at 3323 McCue Rd

3323 McCue Rd

HoustonTX77056
property at 5335 W Loop S

5335 W Loop S

HoustonTX77081

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property at 7018 Alder Dr

7018 Alder Dr

HoustonTX77081
property at 6202 Skyline Dr

6202 Skyline Dr

HoustonTX77057

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property at 3525 Sage Rd

3525 Sage Rd

HoustonTX77056

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 South Rice Apartments priced from $504. Westward Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $654. Here are the most affordable Gulfton apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Rice ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$504
Westward SquareA1BR,1BA$654
Ashford Buena Vista1X1-C1BR,1BA$750
Las Velas at Hillcroft0-1Studio,1BA$759
Greenstone ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulfton, TX

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gulfton area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2x1AU Model at Ashford St Cloud in the in the Sharpstown neighborhood starting from $1,190. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashford St Cloud2x1AU2BR,1BA$1.20
Ashford Buena Vista2X2-B-P2BR,2BA$1.18
Sterling PointB32BR,2BA$1.31
Colony OaksB / BU1BR,1BA$1.22
Pelican PointeA31BR,1BA$1.20
South Rice ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$0.67
The Ellis ApartmentsHolly1BR,1BA$1.27
Lantern VillageB1 - W/D1BR,1BA$1.27
Fountains at Chimney Rock2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.28
Pavilion Place1A1BR,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gulfton, Houston, TX

Ranked #223

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gulfton

What type of rentals are currently available in Gulfton?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Gulfton, TX with pricing that ranges from $504 to $4,413. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gulfton ranging from $1,121 to $2,600.

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 $1,121 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,676.

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.