
Cheap Homes for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (94 Rentals)
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2002 Bleker St

2217 Stevens St

4816 Cochran St

3019 Florida St

3021 Florida St

5602 Hirsch Rd

404 James St

3003 Amboy St

3403 Brill St
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3120 Vintage St

1504 Luzon St

2010 Caplin St

4809 McEwen St

3516 Orange St

4315 Chapman St

3518 Orange St

115 Goldenrod St

1710 Shelby St

1233 Morris St
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2520 Houston Ave

804 Louise St

2310 Kabee St

405 James St

3942 King St

1412 E35th Street, Unit B

1311 Malvern St

914 E 32nd St

3007 Grovey St

1504 Weber St
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3120 Stonewall St

1115 Hogan St

1115 Bigelow St

1622 Pannell St

4120 Linn St

725 E 10 1/2 St

3411 Market St

3411 Market St

4049 Lucille St

2514 Lynnfield St
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2523 Kirk St

1647 Northwood St

924 Kelley St

820 Bennington St

3919 Elysian St

2018 Fulton St

1209 Cabell St

1661 Northwood St

1665 Northwood St

1208 Moody St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,712 | $800 | $3,500 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,616 | $975 | $9,000 |
| North Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,231 | $1,460 | $6,800 |
| North Central 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,281 | $3,000 | $6,595 |
| North Central 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue Las Brisas priced from $840. Cavalcade Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $859. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Las Brisas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Cavalcade Heights | small 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Pecan Villa Apartments | E-E | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Residence at The Heights | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Warehouse District | Minimalist (S) | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| AveCDC Terrace | 2 Bedroom (small) 50% | 2BR,2BA | $1,053 |
| AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| AveCDC Station | 1x1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| CO/OP Farmers Market | Modernist (60) | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $1.75 price per square foot Genova II Model at East Heights in the in the Greater Heights neighborhood starting from $2,776. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Fulton Lofts starting at $1,486 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Greater Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Heights | Genova II | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.75 |
| Fulton Lofts | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| AveCDC Washington Courtyards | 3x2 Market | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| AveCDC Terrace | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| AveCDC Station | 1x1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Residence at The Heights | The Columbia W | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Pecan Villa Apartments | E-E | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 2320 Chapman St, Unit 2320 | 2320 Chapman St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Cavalcade Heights | small 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Central, Houston, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central
What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?
There are currently 223 Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX with pricing that ranges from $600 to $7,494. There are also 402 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $800 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central ranges from $800 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,330.
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