Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (67 Rentals)

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property at 935 Byrne St

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property at 3550 Main St

3550 Main St

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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 1 Bed unit found at Timber Crossing Apartments priced from $800. Avenue Las Brisas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timber Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Avenue Las Brisas1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$840
Rose PlazaA1BR,1BA$850
Pecan Villa ApartmentsE1BR,1BA$875
AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - 60Studio,1BA$1,016
AveCDC Terrace2 Bedroom (small) 50%2BR,2BA$1,023
AveCDC Station1x1 60%1BR,1BA$1,083
The ExchangeS1pStudio,1BA$1,138

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3x2 Market Model at AveCDC Washington Courtyards in the in the Near Northside neighborhood starting from $1,781. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom (large) 60% Model at AveCDC Terrace starting at $1,251 with a $1.22 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.
AveCDC Washington Courtyards3x2 Market3BR,2BA$1.68
AveCDC Terrace2 Bedroom (large) 60%2BR,2BA$1.22
AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - MKT1BR,1BA$1.65
Residence at The HeightsThe Harvard2BR,1BA$1.83
Timber Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
4126 Sayers St, Unit 41264126 Sayers St2BR,1BA$1.81
AveCDC Station1x1 60%1BR,1BA$1.53
Pecan Villa ApartmentsE1BR,1BA$1.35
4124 Sayers St, Unit 24124 Sayers St1BR,1BA$1.77
Rose PlazaA1BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central

What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?

There are currently 248 Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX with pricing that ranges from $800 to $9,970. There are also 359 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $800 to $12,500.

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 $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,085.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Central range from $1,199 to $9,970, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.