
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richmond Plaza Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $500 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Richmond Plaza area of Houston.


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Richmond Plaza, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Plaza Studio Apartments | $720 | $570 | $800 |
| Richmond Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $659 | $1,170 |
| Richmond Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $850 | $1,575 |
| Richmond Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $1,360 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Richmond Plaza Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Richmond Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richmond Plaza area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Sterling Point priced from $659. Santa Monica has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Richmond Plaza apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Point | A1 1x1 616 | 1BR,1BA | $659 |
| Santa Monica | A | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Pelican Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $772 |
| Ashford Buena Vista | 1X1-C | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Las Velas at Hillcroft | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond Plaza, TX
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond Plaza area is the $1.28 price per square foot B12 Model at Connect Highstar in the in the Sharpstown neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Richmond Plaza apartment is the Hickory Model at The Ellis Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Mulberry Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Highstar | B12 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Ellis Apartments | Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Ashford St Cloud | 2x2AD | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Atrium At 5606 | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Ashford Buena Vista | 2X2-A | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Las Velas at Hillcroft | 2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Santa Monica | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Sterling Point | B 1x1 660 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Renwick Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Pelican Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Plaza Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Plaza Apartment is $659 at Sterling Point.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Plaza Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond Plaza is starting from $850 at The Ellis Apartments.
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