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Southeast Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Houston area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes priced from $498. Lofts at Hartsook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $514. Here are the most affordable Southeast Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment HomesBrazos1BR,1BA$498
Lofts at Hartsook1x11BR,1BA$514
Avenue J1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Sycamore FlatsUnit A1BR,1BA$599
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesDorsey2BR,2BA$601
The Park at MonzaMessinaStudio,1BA$629
The HollowsC1-303BR,2BA$635
2100 Memorial - 55+ Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Park at Sorrento - TexasFlorence1BR,1BA$659
The Plaza at Hobby AirportA1R11BR,1BA$661

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Houston area is the $0.84 price per square foot G Model at Palms at Baytown in the in the Eastpoint neighborhood starting from $1,155. The second greatest value Southeast Houston apartment is the Plantation Model at Willow Tree Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Greater Hobby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palms at BaytownG3BR,2BA$0.84
Willow Tree ApartmentsPlantation4BR,2BA$1.02
Mariposa at Reed Road 55+ Apartment HomesDorsey2BR,2BA$0.56
Cypress Creek at Fayridge Drive Apartment HomesTrinity2BR,2BA$1.01
Concord at Allendale ApartmentsLincoln1BR,1BA$1.00
Delta ResidenceDR 1x11BR,1BA$0.80
Oaks of Baytown ApartmentsThe Ayers1BR,1BA$1.00
The Redford1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Lofts at Hartsook1x11BR,1BA$0.79
Avenue J1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Houston?

There are currently 2464 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $470 to $20,170. There are also 2835 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Houston ranging from $550 to $12,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Houston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Houston ranges from $550 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,228.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Houston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Houston range from $649 to $14,252, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,075 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $820.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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