Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (732 Rentals)

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property at 3439 Wentworth St

$700

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$700
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3439 Wentworth St

HoustonTX77004

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 2631 Oakcliff St

$750

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$750
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$750

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2631 Oakcliff St

HoustonTX77023
property at 5342 Leeland St

$795

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$795
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$795

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5342 Leeland St, Unit 4

5342 Leeland St
HoustonTX77023
property at 5404 W Orange St

$800

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$800
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5404 W Orange St

PearlandTX77581

Where to Stay in Houston: The 5 Best Neighborhoods for Short-Term Lease Options

Discover Houston's top areas for Short-Term Lease apartments. We review 5 neighborhoods with the most short-term rental apartments and houses, ideal for students, families, and business travel.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 5902 Downing St.

$850

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$850
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5902 Downing St., Unit A

5902 Downing St.
HoustonTX77020
property at 6818 Weston St

$850

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$850
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6818 Weston St, Unit 1

6818 Weston St
HoustonTX77021
property at 6818 Weston St

$850

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6818 Weston St, Unit 2

6818 Weston St
HoustonTX77021

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 7313 Gulf Fwy

$890 - $925

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7313 Gulf Fwy

HoustonTX77017
property at 12905 Woodforest Blvd

$895

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$895
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12905 Woodforest Blvd, Unit 607

12905 Woodforest Blvd
HoustonTX77015

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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 Minden Square Condos priced from $150. Park Boulevard Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $509. Here are the most affordable Southeast Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Minden Square Condos1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$150
Park Boulevard Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$509
NHH Ennis1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$520
NHH Avenue C1x11BR,1BA$524
Marina ClubEStudio,1BA$541
8801 Glencrest Management Co LLC504 sf1BR,1BA$545
815 Kentucky St3Studio,1BA$550
Villa del Prado2x1.52BR,1BA$605
Gala at MacgregorB1-30%2BR,2BA$609
Brays CrossingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$610

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast 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 $1,235. The second greatest value Southeast Houston apartment is the Roosevelt Model at Concord at Allendale Apartments starting at $1,246 with a $0.94 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.
Metro 55142 Bed 2 Bath Reno2BR,2BA$0.93
Concord at Allendale ApartmentsRoosevelt2BR,2BA$0.94
Cypress Creek Reed RoadColorado3BR,2BA$0.74
Cypress Creek Fayridge DriveTrinity2BR,2BA$0.81
55+ Senior Living Campanile on CommerceB2 La Morra2BR,2BA$0.60
Delta ResidenceDR 1x11BR,1BA$0.80
Timber Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.94
NHH Ennis1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
NHH Avenue C1x11BR,1BA$0.82
Park Boulevard Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.85

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Houston, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect H-Town Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Houston?

There are currently 2167 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $321 to $25,057. There are also 2605 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Houston ranging from $450 to $17,000.

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 $450 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,673.

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 $692 to $13,979, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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