
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Independence Heights Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $600 (26 Rentals)
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1412 E 35th St
Independence Heights, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Heights Studio Apartments | $1,184 | $750 | $1,664 |
| Independence Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $797 | $2,020 |
| Independence Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $930 | $2,352 |
| Independence Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,112 | $6,594 |
| Independence Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Independence Heights Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Independence Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Independence Heights area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at 74 Lyerly Place Apartments priced from $750. Villa Nueva Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Independence Heights apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Lyerly Place Apartments | EFFY | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Villa Nueva Apartments | A1-R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 4742 Yale Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| Donovan Village Apartments | Two bed one bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $919 |
| The Blanca Apartments | B2 - 2 Bed/1 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $930 |
| The Catania | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Smart Living at Garden Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Monterrey Vista | 850 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Dakota at Shepherd | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| CO/OP Farmers Market | Modernist (60) | 1BR,1BA | $1,303 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence Heights, TX
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence Heights area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at 4742 Yale Apartments in the in the Independence Heights neighborhood starting from $1,039. The second greatest value Independence Heights apartment is the 850 sqft Model at Monterrey Vista starting at $1,100 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Independence Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4742 Yale Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Monterrey Vista | 850 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Donovan Village Apartments | Two bed one bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Catania | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Villa Nueva Apartments | A1-R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Smart Living at Garden Oaks | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Blanca Apartments | B1 - 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Dakota at Shepherd | E2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
| Reserve at Garden Oaks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 74 Lyerly Place Apartments | EFFY | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Independence Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Independence Heights is under $1,303.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Independence Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Independence Heights is Villa Nueva Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Independence Heights costs $2,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Independence Heights?
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 74 regular apartments in Independence Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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