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property at 1614 Ryon St

1614 Ryon St

HoustonTX77009

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property at 911 Byrne St

911 Byrne St

HoustonTX77009

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property at 3031 Sumpter St

3031 Sumpter St

HoustonTX77026
property at 412 Cordell St

412 Cordell St

HoustonTX77009

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North Central, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at Casa de Dali priced from $815. AveCDC Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $831. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa de Dali0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$815
AveCDC Terrace1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$831
Avenue Las Brisas1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$840
Rose PlazaA11BR,1BA$850
Pecan Villa ApartmentsE1BR,1BA$875
Cavalcade Heights1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$949
Timber Crossing Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$950
Huntington Place2/1 AP2BR,1BA$1,000
Residence at The HeightsThe Donavan1BR,1BA$1,089
Warehouse DistrictMinimalist (S)1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX

As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $1.85 price per square foot Montego Model at East Heights in the in the Greater Heights neighborhood starting from $2,384. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 3x2 Market Model at AveCDC Station starting at $1,629 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Near Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
East HeightsMontego2BR,2.5BA$1.85
AveCDC Station3x2 Market3BR,2BA$1.36
Timber Crossing Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Huntington Place2/1 SF2BR,1BA$1.33
Sawyer Heights Loftsa2_5241BR,1BA$1.85
AveCDC Terrace1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1.44
Cavalcade Heights2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.53
Casa de Dali1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.68
Pecan Villa ApartmentsE1BR,1BA$1.35
Rose PlazaA11BR,1BA$1.69

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Houston, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect H-Town Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Central, Houston, TX

Ranked #61

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including North Central, Houston, and the greater Houston area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Central is at Casa de Dali listed at $815.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment is $831 at AveCDC Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central is starting from $950 at Timber Crossing Apartments.

What is the most affordable North Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AveCDC Terrace and starts from $1,135.

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

Written by: Lori Rosario

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.