
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of South Houston, TX from $500 (71 Rentals)
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6043 Bonn Echo Ln

5100 Allendale Rd, Unit 207

815 Kentucky St

The Marisol Apartments

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The Park at Ferryhill

311 Campbell Ave

101 S Allen-Genoa Rd

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The Oberon

Park on Vista

Shaver Park Apartments

412 N 8th St

The Life at Park View

904 Herbert Ave

801 S Allen-Genoa Rd

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Mount Vernon, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Studio Apartments | $711 | $650 | $799 |
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $904 | $599 | $1,340 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $780 | $1,815 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $950 | $1,990 |
| Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,500 | $1,627 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Redford priced from $573. 815 Kentucky St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Redford | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $573 |
| 815 Kentucky St | 3 | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Alta Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Quay Point Apartments | The Stratford | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| The Marisol Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Arbors at Town Square | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Las Plazas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Town Square Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Tara Hall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| La Serena Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $828 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, TX
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $1.03 price per square foot Roosevelt Model at Concord at Allendale Apartments in the in the Greater Hobby neighborhood starting from $1,359. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Garner Park starting at $1,100 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord at Allendale Apartments | Roosevelt | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Garner Park | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Strawberry Flats Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Willow Tree Apartments | Maison | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Park on Vista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Redford | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Shaver Park Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Parkside Place Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Tara Hall | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Quay Point Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mount Vernon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mount Vernon is at 815 Kentucky St listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment is $573 at The Redford.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Vernon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Vernon is starting from $820 at The Redford.
What is the most affordable Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mount Vernon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Tree Apartments and starts from $1,175.
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