
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera East Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (16 Rentals)
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Riviera on Normandy

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Riviera East, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riviera East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $907 | $715 | $1,589 |
| Riviera East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,153 | $774 | $1,785 |
| Riviera East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $1,070 | $2,674 |
| Riviera East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,630 | $1,739 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riviera East Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Riviera East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riviera East area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Oaks at Greenview priced from $710. Timber Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Riviera East apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks at Greenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Timber Ridge | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Riviera on Normandy | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $743 |
| The Selena | 1 Bed/1 Bath w/Den - A2 Layout | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Pine Creek Apartments | Floor Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera East, TX
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riviera East area is the $1.36 price per square foot B3 Model at Havenwood Apartment Homes in the in the Sonoma Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,236. The second greatest value Riviera East apartment is the 2/1.5 Model at WOODFOREST CHASE starting at $1,155 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Sonoma Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riviera East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Havenwood Apartment Homes | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| WOODFOREST CHASE | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| 12955 Woodforest Blvd, Unit 3 | 12955 Woodforest Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Monroy | Two Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Villa Sierra | A1UG | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Pines of Woodforest | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Selena | 1 Bed/1 Bath - A1 Layout | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Park at Vittoria | Florence | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pine Creek Apartments | Floor Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Riviera on Normandy | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiviera East, Houston, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas and customized analysis for Houston, Texas. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Riviera East Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
9 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riviera East?
The cheapest apartment in Riviera East is Timber Ridge which is listed at $715, while the average apartment in Riviera East costs $1,684.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riviera East?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Riviera East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riviera East?
Cheap apartments in Riviera East have an average cost of $368 which is $1,316 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riviera East.
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