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property at 7710 S Main St

7710 S Main St

HoustonTX77030

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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property at 7575 Kirby Dr

7575 Kirby Dr

HoustonTX77030
property at 1755 Wyndale St

1755 Wyndale St

HoustonTX77030

University Place, Houston, TX Local Guide

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 $714. Lanesborough Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Co-Op at the Med CenterStudioStudio,1BA$714
Lanesborough ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1,180
The BoulevardA 1X11BR,1BA$1,192
Life TowerD14BR,4BA$1,259
The MaronealA1 1x11BR,1BA$1,331

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, TX

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 Bed Model at 2419 Shakespeare St in the in the Rice Village neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the B2R Model at Greenbriar Park starting at $1,890 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Hermann Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2419 Shakespeare St4 Bed4BR,2BA$0.88
Greenbriar ParkB2R2BR,2BA$1.81
South Main BuildingA5-Kirby1BR,1BA$2.05
Greenbriar BendD2BR,2BA$1.48
Residences at Gramercy1x11BR,1BA$1.68
The BoulevardA 1X11BR,1BA$1.91
Lanesborough ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1.90
The MaronealA1 1x11BR,1BA$2.18
The Co-Op at the Med CenterFurnished StudioStudio ,1BA$2.13
1215 Banks St, Unit 121215 Banks St1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Place, Houston, TX

Ranked #183

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Place

What type of rentals are currently available in University Place?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in University Place, TX with pricing that ranges from $829 to $8,500. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Place ranging from $980 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Place?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Place ranges from $980 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,933.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Place?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Place range from $2,659 to $8,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,259.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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