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Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Chinatown Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $900 (20 Rentals)
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300 Ruthven St
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Old Chinatown, Houston, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Chinatown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,417 | $1,175 | $5,500 |
| Old Chinatown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,858 | $1,875 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 20 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 Gray priced from $846. Canal Street Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $977. Here are the most affordable Old Chinatown apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Canal Street Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $977 |
| Houston House | The Bell | Studio,1BA | $998 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 624-659 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Circuit | E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Chinatown, TX
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Chinatown area is the $1.96 price per square foot B5 Model at 500 Crawford Apartments in the in the Downtown Houston neighborhood starting from $2,490. The second greatest value Old Chinatown apartment is the B03 Model at East End Lofts starting at $2,125 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Downtown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Crawford Apartments | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| East End Lofts | B03 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Hamilton | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Canal Street Flats | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| SoDo - Houston North Tower | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Skyline at Midtown | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Midtown on the Rail | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 624-659 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Circuit | E1A | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Old Chinatown?
There are currently 113 Apartments for Rent in Old Chinatown, TX with pricing that ranges from $750 to $16,568. There are also 209 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Chinatown ranging from $986 to $8,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Chinatown ranges from $986 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,204.
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