
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Acres Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (79 Rentals)
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The Park at Sutton Hill

4203 Dawson Ln

The Pointe at Crestmont

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The Oakmoor

13325 Elaine Rd, Unit A, Unit A

9414 Heno St

Stonebridge at City Park

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Tapestry Orem
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Trails at City Park

Brookside Gardens

Ranch at City Park

Meridian City South

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Ltd. Med Center

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2634 Tidewater Dr

4824 Carmen St

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Beckett Cottingham
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Meridian City Park

13703 Segrest Dr

5213 Carmen St

4223 Rockingham St

3503 Prudence Dr

10902 Faircroft Dr

9509 Merle St

3522 Tangerine St

3006 Bolt St, Unit A

3210 Kelling St
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3215 Boynton Dr

3234 Kelling St

3103 Kelling St

3150 Kelling St, Unit 41.W.103

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Sunset Gardens Apartments

George B Lindler Plaza Apartments

4720 Carmen St

Simmons Gardens

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Lansborough Apartments

Willow Glen

10506 Sierra Dr

11411 Murr Way

10510 Cathedral Dr

10962 Buffum St

13958 Cottingham Rd

Hycohen Residency

9302 Fairland Dr

3109 Airport Blvd
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South Acres, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Acres Studio Apartments | $947 | $725 | $1,440 |
| South Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $750 | $5,823 |
| South Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $810 | $5,797 |
| South Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,115 | $8,537 |
| South Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,410 | $1,610 |
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Cheapest Available South Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Acres area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at Aqua Bella priced from $725. The Park at Sutton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable South Acres apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Bella | EFFICIENCY | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Park at Sutton Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| The Oakmoor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Simmons Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Tapestry Orem | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
| Trails at City Park | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
| The Pointe at Crestmont | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,099 |
| Ranch at City Park | Homestead | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Meridian City South | Lantana | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Ltd. Med Center | A1.80 | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Acres, TX
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Acres area is the $1.08 price per square foot Miguel Model at Almeda Meadows in the in the South Acres neighborhood starting from $1,915. The second greatest value South Acres apartment is the C1 Model at The Pointe at Crestmont starting at $1,299 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almeda Meadows | Miguel | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Pointe at Crestmont | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Trails at City Park | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Brookside Gardens | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Simmons Gardens | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Beckett Cottingham | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Tapestry Orem | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Meridian City South | Lantana | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Oakmoor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Park at Sutton Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Acres Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Acres?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Acres is at Aqua Bella listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Acres Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Acres Apartment is $785 at The Park at Sutton Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Acres Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Acres is starting from $815 at Aqua Bella.
What is the most affordable South Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aqua Bella and starts from $930.
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