
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $520 (73 Rentals)
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NHH Gray

EaDo Lofts

1617 Fannin St, Unit 161-6

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Houston House

MAA Midtown Square

Marquis Enclave

City View Lofts

2222 Smith

CO/OP Eado
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Skyline at Midtown

1509 Holman St

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The Hamilton

2203 Tierwester St

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Midtown on the Rail
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Drewery Place

1711 Caroline

2505 Delano St

500 Crawford

1515 Austin St

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The Rice

Ely at the Ballpark
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1711 Caroline St, Unit 317

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Caroline Lofts

2111 Austin Apartments

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1414 Texas Downtown

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Sabine Street Lofts

1711 Caroline St, Unit 213

1711 Caroline St, Unit 205

1711 Caroline St, Unit 335

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1711 Caroline St, Unit 104

1711 Caroline St, Unit 311

1711 Caroline St, Unit 111

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Aris Market Square

Block 334 Apartments

1711 Caroline St, Unit 331

2016 Main St, Unit 1217

The Star

Bastrop Plaza Apartments

Zion Village
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Old Chinatown, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Chinatown Studio Apartments | $1,637 | $967 | $4,339 |
| Old Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $520 | $4,688 |
| Old Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,040 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Old Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,349 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Old Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Old Chinatown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Chinatown area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at NHH Ennis priced from $520. Austin St (1414) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Old Chinatown apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NHH Ennis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $520 |
| Austin St (1414) | Austin St (1414) - 1414... | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $868 |
| EaDo Lofts | A | 1BR,1BA | $892 |
| Houston House | The Bell AFF | Studio,1BA | $967 |
| 2222 Smith | 2222 SMITH-A | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 662-921 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| CO/OP Eado | Minimalist (60) | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Hadley Midtown | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,268 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Chinatown, TX
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Chinatown area is the $1.79 price per square foot A4 Model at Midtown on the Rail in the in the Midtown Houston neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value Old Chinatown apartment is the 1D Model at Marquis Enclave starting at $1,561 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Midtown Houston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown on the Rail | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Marquis Enclave | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 662-921 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Hamilton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 2222 Smith | 2222 SMITH-A | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| EaDo Lofts | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| NHH Ennis | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Austin St (1414) | Austin St (1414) - 1414... | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Chinatown, Houston, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Chinatown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Chinatown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Chinatown is at Austin St (1414) listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Chinatown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Chinatown Apartment is $520 at NHH Ennis.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Chinatown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Chinatown is starting from $624 at NHH Ennis.
What is the most affordable Old Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at EaDo Lofts and starts from $1,225.
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