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property at 13013 Columbine Ln

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13013 Columbine Ln

HoustonTX77049

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property at 6946 Paris St

$700 - $1,749

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6946 Paris St

HoustonTX77021
property at 5625 Antoine Dr

$685 - $1,350

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5625 Antoine Dr

HoustonTX77091

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property at 12722 Villawood Ln

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12722 Villawood Ln

HoustonTX77072
property at 7200 T C Jester Blvd

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7200 T C Jester Blvd, Unit 2202

7200 T C Jester Blvd
HoustonTX77088

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Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Houston, TX

Pricing Updated: 02/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Houston, TX area range in price from $200 to $39,500 with an overall median price of $5,574. The three Houston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Callaway Heights at $1,100, Northside at $1,295, and Chelsea Manor at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Houston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Callaway Heights$1,100$1,1001
Northside$1,295$1,2951
Chelsea Manor$1,337$7958
Roy Harris Four Corner$1,345$1,2952
Imperial Estates$1,500$1,5001
Jacinto City$1,547$1,2502
South Acre Manor$1,560$1,5455
Rosewood$1,600$1,3003
Van Pelt$1,624$1,09912
Mulberry Manor$1,650$1,1006

Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Creekbend Gardens in the Greater Fondren Southwest neighborhood priced from $367. SADDLE CREEK VILLAGE in the Outlying Harris County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creekbend Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$367
SADDLE CREEK VILLAGEA11BR,1BA$485
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesMiller1BR,1BA$497
Cypress Creek Reed RoadBrazos1BR,1BA$499
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$514
Breckenridge At Cityview1x1 560 SF1BR,1BA$522
Urban Palms Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$530
Rios de Vida1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$575
The Venti1x11BR,1BA$579
The Redford1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$592

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX

As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $0.21 price per square foot 3613 Rosalie St Model at 3613 Rosalie St, Unit B in the in the Third Ward neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the B Model at Addicks Stone Village starting at $1,987 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Briar Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3613 Rosalie St, Unit B3613 Rosalie St1BR,1BA$0.21
Addicks Stone VillageB3BR,2.5BA$0.90
Palm Trace Homes3 Bed & 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$0.94
La Sonrisa2x22BR,2BA$0.82
Twin Oaks3X1.53BR,1.5BA$0.93
Silver SpringsPlan A1BR,1BA$0.83
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesMiller1BR,1BA$0.65
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$0.71
Rios de Vida1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.88
Creekbend Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.67

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

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Teddy4+ years in Houston

April 3, 2025

I grew up in H-town. Its a good place to live. Plenty of stuff to do and great restaurants abound. I recommend living on the Northwest side though. Like out in the Cypress area off 290. Its a little out of town, but you have everything you need there.

Lori2+ years in Houston

February 25, 2025

It's a great place to raise a family, as there are plenty of activities, educational opportunities, parks, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions about Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Houston?

There are currently 5617 Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $367 to $34,406. There are also 11997 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Houston ranging from $200 to $39,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Houston ranges from $200 to $39,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,987.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Houston range from $692 to $21,722, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $647 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.

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