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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 | $2,402 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
| Old Chinatown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,922 | $1,845 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 32 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 $868. Houston House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. 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 | $868 |
| Houston House | The Bell | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Caroline Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| Circuit | E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,066 |
| Camden Travis Street | Brazos | Studio,1BA | $1,179 |
| The Rice | A2 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Hadley Midtown | 1-1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,273 |
| Sabine Street Lofts | A1 - Affordable 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Eighteen25 Downtown | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,332 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 624-659 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Chinatown, TX
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Chinatown area is the $1.59 price per square foot C5 Model at SoDo - Houston North Tower in the in the Midtown Houston neighborhood starting from $2,246. The second greatest value Old Chinatown apartment is the A2 Model at The Hamilton starting at $1,580 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Third Ward 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoDo - Houston North Tower | C5 | 3BR,3BA | $1.59 |
| The Hamilton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Caroline Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Skyline at Midtown | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Midtown on the Rail | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| MAA Midtown Square | Traditional 1x1 624-659 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Hadley Midtown | 1-1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Circuit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Camden Travis Street | Brazos | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Chinatown
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Chinatown?
There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in Old Chinatown, TX with pricing that ranges from $750 to $14,252. There are also 244 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Chinatown ranging from $825 to $7,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Chinatown ranges from $825 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,201.
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