
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (43 Rentals)
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1025 Swanson St

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The Boulevard

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Greenbriar Park

Lanesborough Apartments

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Portico Kirby

Greenbriar Bend

Life Tower
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The Maroneal

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District at Greenbriar

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Encore Montrose

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1928 North Blvd

2021 Southgate Blvd

2222 Maroneal St

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Elan Med Center

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Latitude Med Center

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1558 1/2 Castle Ct

7575 Kirby Dr, Unit 7575 Kirby Dr Apt 1110

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2207 S Braeswood Blvd

2601 Bellefontaine

2213 S Braeswood Blvd

2211 S Braeswood Blvd

2400 N Braeswood Blvd

4704 Greenbriar Dr

2209 S Braeswood Blvd
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1955 Lexington St

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2210 Dorrington St

1955 Lexington St

1955 Lexington St

7575 Kirby Dr

2115 Lexington St
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University Place, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place Studio Apartments | $1,534 | $839 | $2,384 |
| University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $925 | $5,173 |
| University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,267 | $10,000+ |
| University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,336 | $1,996 | $10,000+ |
| University Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $1,229 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available University Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Place area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at The Co-Op at the Med Center priced from $839. The Boulevard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,144. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Op at the Med Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $839 |
| The Boulevard | A 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Greenbriar Park | A1P | 1BR,1BA | $1,154 |
| Lanesborough Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Portico Kirby | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Greenbriar Bend | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Maroneal | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| District at Greenbriar | 01F1 | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Encore Montrose | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Residences at Gramercy | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, TX
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $2.22 price per square foot B6-Morningside Model at South Main Building in the in the Medical Center neighborhood starting from $3,992. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the 3x2 Model at Residences at Gramercy starting at $2,295 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Rice Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| South Main Building | B6-Morningside | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.22 |
| Residences at Gramercy | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 1938-1940 Dryden Rd | 6 BR | 6BR,6BA | $1.49 |
| The Co-Op at the Med Center | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Portico Kirby | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Greenbriar Bend | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Boulevard | A 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Lanesborough Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Maroneal | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| District at Greenbriar | 01F1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Place?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Place is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Place?
The cheapest apartment in University Place is The Boulevard which is listed at $1,144, while the average apartment in University Place costs $2,446.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Place?
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 49 regular apartments in University Place 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 University Place?
Cheap apartments in University Place have an average cost of $818 which is $1,628 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Place.
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