Cheap Homes for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $1,195 (19 Rentals)

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property at 3131 Cummins St
$1,195

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Base Rent$1,195

Total Monthly Price$1,195
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3131 Cummins St, Unit 54

3131 Cummins St
HoustonTX77027
property at 3224 Timmons Ln
$1,250 - $2,000
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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3224 Timmons Ln

HoustonTX77027
property at 3271 Sul Ross St
$1,275 - $1,580
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3271 Sul Ross St

HoustonTX77098
property at 3131 Cummins St
$1,300 - $1,350
1 Bedroom Rentals
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3131 Cummins St

HoustonTX77027

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property at 2142 Sul Ross St
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2142 Sul Ross St, Unit A

2142 Sul Ross St
HoustonTX77098

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property at 2829 Timmons Ln
$1,799 - $1,950
2 Bedroom Rentals
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2829 Timmons Ln

HoustonTX77027

River Oaks, Houston, TX Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in River Oaks, TX

As of September 23, 2026 the best value rental home in the River Oaks area is the $2.91 price per square foot 2221 Welch St Model at 2221 Welch St, Unit 401 in the River Oaks neighborhood starting from $8,250. The second greatest value River Oaks rental home is the 3902 Colquitt St Model at 3902 Colquitt St in the College Court Place neighborhood starting at $10,000 with a $3.80 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2221 Welch St, Unit 4012221 Welch St3BR, 4BA$2.91
3902 Colquitt St3902 Colquitt St4BR, 2BA$3.80
3433 Westheimer Rd, Unit 7023433 Westheimer Rd2BR, 3BA$8.26
2200 Willowick Rd, Unit 11B2200 Willowick Rd2BR, 2BA$2.41
3271 Sul Ross St3271 Sul Ross St2BR, 1BA$1.22
3271 Sul Ross St3271 Sul Ross St2BR, 2BA$2.13
2142 Sul Ross St, Unit A2142 Sul Ross St1BR, 1BA$2.43
3131 Cummins St, Unit 543131 Cummins St1BR, 1BA$1.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River Oaks, Houston, TX

Ranked #105

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Oaks

What type of rentals are currently available in River Oaks?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, TX with pricing that ranges from $825 to $15,919. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Oaks ranging from $1,195 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River Oaks?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Oaks ranges from $1,195 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,097.

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