
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Central Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $530 (158 Rentals)


Zollie Scales Apartments

Encanto Apartments

6717 Avenue H

Country Club Place Apartments

5404 Pease St

Dismuke Apartment Homes

Golfcrest Apartments

3040 Golfcrest Blvd

4720 Yellowstone Blvd
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5415 Scott St

3629 N MacGregor Way

2403 Southmore Blvd

2408 Southmore Blvd

Southway Manor Apartments

Patricia Manor

Agapi Mou Suites

Schroeder Apartments

4427 Jefferson St

6811 Del Rio St
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5244 Leeland St

5237 Mulford St, Unit .5

The Park at Veracruz

4203 Polk St

OST Lofts

Truxillo Place

2303 Rosewood St

6519 Sloan St

302 71st St

302-371 71st St
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4221 Lamar St

7018 Avenue F

1723 Alta Vista St

6215 Tierwester St

5610 Royal Palms St

1511 Scharpe St

5320 Polk St

4626 Bell St

6518 Weston St
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1204 St Joseph St

Southmore Place

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Metro 5514

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414 Marshall St

7126 Vandeman St

220 Stiles St

3902 Dallas St

1615 Wentworth St
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South Central Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Houston Studio Apartments | $1,323 | $775 | $2,962 |
South Central Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $530 | $3,771 |
| South Central Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $794 | $5,673 |
| South Central Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $950 | $6,250 |
| South Central Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $649 | $6,985 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central Houston, Houston, TX
Ranked #36
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central Houston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central Houston is at Zollie Scales Apartments listed at $680.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Houston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Houston Apartment is $680 at Zollie Scales Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Houston is starting from $680 at Zollie Scales Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Central Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Central Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Zollie Scales Apartments and starts from $680.
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