Apartments for Rent in the South Central Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX (608 Rentals)

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Broadstone EADO
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$1,309 - $2,806

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Broadstone EADO

2425 Bell StHouston, TX 77003
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Mid Main
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$1,338 - $2,975

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Mid Main

3550 Main StHouston, TX 77002
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Avanti Cityside
$1,195 - $4,254

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Avanti Cityside

7373 Ardmore StHouston, TX 77054
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Haven at Elgin
$909 - $1,998

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Haven at Elgin

3719 Elgin StHouston, TX 77004
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Drewery Place
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$1,520 - $3,775

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Drewery Place

2850 Fannin StHouston, TX 77002
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Luminary Residences
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$1,841 - $7,766

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Luminary Residences

3300 Main StHouston, TX 77002
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5755 Hermann Park
$1,438 - $2,878

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5755 Hermann Park

5755 Almeda RdHouston, TX 77004
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Verdir at Hermann Park
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$1,200 - $2,758

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Verdir at Hermann Park

2380 S MacGregor WayHouston, TX 77021
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4001 Midtown
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$1,085 - $3,158

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4001 Midtown

4001 Fannin StHouston, TX 77004
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Encanto Apartments
$1,009 - $1,551

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Encanto Apartments

7132 Lawndale StHouston, TX 77023
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Vibe Med Center
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$1,085 - $3,864

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Vibe Med Center

7110 Ardmore StHouston, TX 77054
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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South Central Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South Central Houston, Houston, TX

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Texas including South Central Houston, Houston, and the greater Houston area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Luxury Living Rating

This section of town has established a name for itself as one of the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise pets? this part of Houston ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Houston

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Central Houston area of Houston, TX?

As of today, September 18, 2026, there are currently 608 available South Central Houston apartments priced from $520 to $14,041, with an average monthly rent of $1,705.

How much are Studio apartments in South Central Houston?

There are currently 97 Studio Apartments in South Central Houston with rent ranges from $610 to $5,000 with an average price of $1,414.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Central Houston Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Central Houston ranges from $520 to $8,113 with an average monthly rent of $1,455.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Houston cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Central Houston range from $624 to $8,520. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,886.

How expensive are South Central Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 90 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $849 to $7,766 - averaging $2,398 for the location.

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