
Homes for Rent in South Central Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX Under $2,000 (242 Rentals)


4709 Scott St

21 Latham, Unit C, Unit C

4703 Chenevert St, Unit #2, Unit #2

2505 Austin St, Unit B, Unit B

3725 Amos St

5509 Hillman St

6526 Linden St

5005 Tierwester st, Unit 3, Unit 3

4388 Varsity Ln, Unit A, Unit A
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7316 La Salette St

2816 Wichita St, Unit 1, Unit 1

7307 Avenue H

3204 Napoleon St

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4950 Polk St, Unit SI ID1531097P

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4952 Polk St, Unit SI ID1531103P

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4305 Polk St, Unit 4307 Polk St Garage Apt

6601 Meadowlawn St, Unit #3

5021 Polk St, Unit 2
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4001 Fannin St, Unit 1808

2015 Munger St

4445 Bell St

5031 Arvilla Ln

4514 Keystone St

5021 Polk St

2802 Canfield St

7625 1/2 Sherman St

4942 Bataan Rd

3512 Canfield St
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6128 Sidney St, Unit B

6128 Sidney St, Unit A

2706 Berry St

2706 Berry St

4943 Culmore Dr

2610 Scott St

1118 Elliston St

3635 Wyoming St

2816 Holly Hall St

7410 Buena Vista St
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6015 Beekman Rd

6926 Paris St

6928 Paris St

3218 Holly Hall St

3423 Ozark St

4916 Old Spanish Trl

2906 Anita St

7315 Iwo Jima Rd

1602 Elgin St

4155 Griggs Rd
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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 | $1,689 | $850 | $4,900 |
| South Central Houston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,588 | $1,200 | $6,000 |
| South Central Houston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,809 | $1,600 | $5,900 |
| South Central Houston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,324 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| South Central Houston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 242 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Houston
What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Houston?
There are currently 526 Apartments for Rent in South Central Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $595 to $10,875. There are also 536 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Houston ranging from $650 to $6,000.
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 $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,236.
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 $9,537, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $820.
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