Cheap Homes for Rent in South Acres Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (40 Rentals)

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property at 4824 Carmen St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4824 Carmen St

HoustonTX77033
property at 11411 Murr Way

$1,299

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$1,299

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$1,299

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11411 Murr Way

HoustonTX77048

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property at 5213 Carmen St

$1,350

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5213 Carmen St

HoustonTX77033
property at 3503 Prudence Dr

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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3503 Prudence Dr

HoustonTX77045

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South Acres, Houston, TX Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aqua BellaEFFICIENCYStudio,1BA$725
The Park at Sutton Hill1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$785
The Oakmoor1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A11BR,1BA$899
Simmons Gardens1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930
Tapestry OremA21BR,1BA$1,061
Trails at City Park1A1BR,1BA$1,062
The Pointe at CrestmontB12BR,2BA$1,099
Ranch at City ParkHomestead1BR,1BA$1,120
Meridian City SouthLantana1BR,1BA$1,149
Ltd. Med CenterA1.801BR,1BA$1,165

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Acres, TX

As of May 21, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Almeda MeadowsMiguel3BR,2.5BA$1.08
The Pointe at CrestmontC13BR,2BA$1.11
Brookside GardensB12BR,2BA$1.24
Meridian City ParkTrailhead2BR,2BA$1.64
Simmons Gardens2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.29
Beckett CottinghamA011BR,1BA$1.51
Trails at City Park1A1BR,1BA$1.29
Tapestry OremA11BR,1BA$1.48
The Oakmoor1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A11BR,1BA$1.35
The Park at Sutton Hill1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Acres, Houston, TX

Ranked #156

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Acres

What type of rentals are currently available in South Acres?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in South Acres, TX with pricing that ranges from $725 to $8,537. There are also 225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Acres ranging from $895 to $4,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Acres?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Acres ranges from $895 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,135.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Acres?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Acres range from $1,115 to $8,537, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,410.

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