Cheap Homes for Rent in South Main Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (17 Rentals)

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property at 2822 S Bartell Dr

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2822 S Bartell Dr, Unit 38

2822 S Bartell Dr
HoustonTX77054
property at 2830 S Bartell Dr

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2830 S Bartell Dr, Unit 311

2830 S Bartell Dr
HoustonTX77054
property at 8519 Hearth Dr

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8519 Hearth Dr, Unit 26

8519 Hearth Dr
HoustonTX77054

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property at 8523 Hearth Dr

$1,300 - $2,100

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8523 Hearth Dr

HoustonTX77054
property at 8427 Hearth Dr

$1,345 - $1,500

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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8427 Hearth Dr

HoustonTX77054

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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 2 Beds unit found at Cypress Creek Reed Road priced from $321. The Huxley at Medical Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cypress Creek Reed RoadTrinity2BR,2BA$321
The Huxley at Medical CenterA1- Classic Unit1BR,1BA$700
Pine TerraceEfficiencyStudio,1BA$755
Oaks of CharlestonA11BR,1BA$769
Villa Solano Apartments1x1A Renovated 545 sq ft1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, TX

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $1.65 price per square foot MS-B Model at Charleston at Fannin Station in the in the South Main neighborhood starting from $2,582. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the 3X2-U Model at Ashford Santa Fe starting at $1,499 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the South Main neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Main apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Charleston at Fannin StationMS-B2BR,2BA$1.65
Ashford Santa Fe3X2-U3BR,2BA$1.20
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesColtrane2BR,2BA$1.33
Cypress Creek Reed RoadColorado3BR,2BA$0.74
Melia Medical CenterA11BR,1BA$1.59
Alegria IIA2R1BR,1BA$1.48
Nantucket at Fannin StationA11BR,1BA$1.63
Alegria IA1Z1BR,1BA$1.58
Villa Solano Apartments1x1A Renovated 545 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.42
Oaks of CharlestonEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$1.56

Frequently Asked Questions about South Main

What type of rentals are currently available in South Main?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in South Main, TX with pricing that ranges from $497 to $5,141. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Main ranging from $800 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Main?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Main ranges from $800 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,198.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Main?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Main range from $1,009 to $5,141, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,714.

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