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South Central Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Central Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Houston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,739 | $850 | $4,900 |
| South Central Houston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,579 | $800 | $7,500 |
| South Central Houston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,707 | $900 | $6,500 |
| South Central Houston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,930 | $1,250 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Houston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Houston area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Club Place Apartments priced from $664. Encanto Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable South Central Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Country Club Place Apartments | Falcon Point | 1BR,1BA | $664 |
| Encanto Apartments | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Southway Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Patricia Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $788 |
| Agapi Mou Suites | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Schroeder Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 220 West Alabama Apartments | The Milan | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Altitude, A Prosper Community (Student) | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $799 |
| Nubia Square Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Houston, TX
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Houston area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Reno Model at Metro 5514 in the in the Gulfgate neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value South Central Houston apartment is the B1 Model at Catalina Village starting at $1,482 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the South Union neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Houston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Metro 5514 | 2 Bed 2 Bath Reno | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Catalina Village | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Park Yellowstone Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Vermillion Apartments | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Emory at Canal | Emory 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Country Club Place Apartments | Willow Creek | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| EaDo Lofts | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Schroeder Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Houston?
There are currently 561 Apartments for Rent in South Central Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $530 to $17,943. There are also 579 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Houston ranging from $650 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central Houston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central Houston ranges from $650 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,116.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central Houston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central Houston range from $950 to $8,190, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $820.
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