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property at 6708 Avenue I

6708 Avenue I

HoustonTX77011

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Houston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 6518 Weston St

6518 Weston St

HoustonTX77021
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South Central Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Houston Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Central Houston?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central Houston is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Houston?

The cheapest apartment in South Central Houston is Southlawn Palms which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in South Central Houston costs $2,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central Houston?

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 76 regular apartments in South Central Houston 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 South Central Houston?

Cheap apartments in South Central Houston have an average cost of $467 which is $1,633 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Houston.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX

Written by: Lori Rosario

Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.