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Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes
2889 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
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Cypress Creek Reed Road
2910 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
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Oaks of Charleston
16 Charleston Park DrHouston, TX 77025
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Villa Solano Apartments
2501 Westridge StHouston, TX 77054
2818 S Bartell Dr
HoustonTX77054
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The Huxley at Medical Center
8410 W Bartell DrHouston, TX 77054
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2701 W Bellfort AveHouston, TX 77054
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South Main, Houston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Main Studio Apartments | $1,032 | $779 | $1,195 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $850 | $1,910 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $601 | $4,105 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $1,400 | $2,881 |
| South Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $1,664 | $1,664 |
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes priced from $497. Cypress Creek Reed Road has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $498. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes | Miller | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| Cypress Creek Reed Road | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $498 |
| Pine Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Ashford Santa Fe | 1X1-Eff | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, TX
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $1.22 price per square foot Colorado Model at Cypress Creek Reed Road in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The Citadel at Med Center Houston Apartments starting at $1,390 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Braeswood Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Cypress Creek Reed Road | Colorado | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Citadel at Med Center Houston Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Saphira Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes | Goodman | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| Melia Medical Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Alegria II | 1x1 RENO | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Villa Solano Apartments | 1x1A Renovated 545 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| Ashford Santa Fe | 1X1-Eff | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Pine Terrace | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
Getting Around the South Main Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Main Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Main?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Main is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Main?
The cheapest apartment in South Main is Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment Homes which is listed at $497, while the average apartment in South Main costs $1,839.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Main?
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 58 regular apartments in South Main 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 Main?
Cheap apartments in South Main have an average cost of $760 which is $1,079 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Main.
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