
Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX (1,160 Rentals)


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Pavilion Place

Weston Medical Center Apartments

Dakota at Hillcroft

Costa Maya

Westward Square

Charleston at Fannin Station

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Cortland Museum District

Lanesborough Apartments

Victoria Park
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The Alora Apartments

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The Elle Collection

Providence Uptown

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Lakes at 610

The Village at Bellaire Apartments

Stratford House Apartments

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Monarch West

Serenity Apartments
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Brays Villas

Midtown Terrace Suites

Turtle Pointe Apartments

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The Montclair

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Village at West University

Allure Hermann Park at Med Center

Hermann Park Lofts

Allora Med Center

Crossings at Hillcroft

Finley West
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Ava Galleria

Meridian City South

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Espria

Forme

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Haven at Elgin

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Ltd. Med Center

Cityscape Apartments

Life Tower

Orleans at Fannin Station

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Sinclair

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Latitude Med Center

The Langley

Nantucket at Fannin Station

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Vantage Med Center

Beacon at Buffalo Pointe

Aven West

Centre at Columbia Court

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Urban Palms Apartment Homes

7637 Harwin
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Southwest Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Houston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Houston Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $436 | $2,448 |
| Southwest Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $367 | $7,452 |
| Southwest Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $567 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $950 | $9,165 |
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There are currently 1160 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Houston, Houston, TX
Ranked #5
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX
Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas and customized analysis for Southwest Houston, TX. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Southwest Houston ranks as a favorite residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and outdoor amenities is critically important. This residential submarket has a reputation as providing really good access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town is known as one of the best-regarded higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, maid services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise furry friends. This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Houston
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southwest Houston area of Houston, TX?
As of today, August 30, 2026, there are currently 1,160 available Southwest Houston apartments priced from $367 to $20,000, with an average monthly rent of $1,527.
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Houston?
There are currently 231 Studio Apartments in Southwest Houston with rent ranges from $436 to $2,448 with an average price of $1,439.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Houston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Houston ranges from $367 to $7,452 with an average monthly rent of $1,265.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Houston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Houston range from $567 to $15,385. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,709.
How expensive are Southwest Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 296 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $875 to $20,000 - averaging $2,778 for the location.
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