
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Huntsville, TX from $300 (19 Rentals)
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168 Varsity Cir

University Place Apartments

Santa Fe Trails Apartments

Paper Moon Apartments
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152 Varsity Cir

58 TX-75

The Vineyard at Sam Houston

1210 Sycamore Ave

The Heights

University Club Huntsville
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811 Sam Houston Ave

39 Carolyn St

1527 Ave O
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208 University Ave
Huntsville, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Huntsville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Huntsville Studio Apartments | $927 | $519 | $1,499 |
Cheap Huntsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $903 | $450 | $1,469 |
Cheap Huntsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,046 | $639 | $1,620 |
Cheap Huntsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $630 | $2,040 |
Cheap Huntsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $720 | $450 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Huntsville, TX
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Huntsville, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Huntsville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Huntsville | $1,259 | $449 | 81 |
Cheapest Available Huntsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Huntsville, TX is a Studio unit found at University Place Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood priced from $519. Santa Fe Trails Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $519. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Huntsville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $519 |
Santa Fe Trails Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $519 |
Paper Moon Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $549 |
The Vineyard at Sam Houston | Spanish Garden 1x1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $589 |
The Heights | 5A | 5BR,5BA | $605 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Huntsville, TX
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Huntsville area is the $0.34 price per square foot 4BR/4BA Model at Encore at Sam Houston in the in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood starting from $449. The second greatest value Huntsville apartment is the 2 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at Avenue Townhomes starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Huntsville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Encore at Sam Houston | 4BR/4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.34 |
Avenue Townhomes | 2 Beds, 2.5 Baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
Hillside Chateau Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
The Heights | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Ridgewood West | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Forest Gate Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
University Club Huntsville | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
The Vineyard at Sam Houston | Barcelona 1x1 Large FREE ELECTRIC & INTERNET | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Santa Fe Trails Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
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Huntsville Overview
Huntsville is a city of over 35,000 people, located 70 miles north of Houston on I-45. This attractive college town boasts a rich history that attracts visitors. It offers residents as peaceful, rural-influenced life with convenient access to both major cities, National Forests, and the Gulf Coast.
Why live in Huntsville, TX?
This warm, friendly town has a lot to offer residents. History buffs will love visiting the home of Sam Houston, as well as learning about rural handicrafts, prison life in generations past, and the stories of local veterans. People who appreciate the outdoors can enjoy year-round fun. The town offers a number of safe, well-kept parks and walking trails, a nearby National Forest, and fun on the water at Lake Livingston. Housing ranges in budget from highly affordable apartments in Huntsville near the university to more luxurious options in the outskirts or near attractions like the Raven Nest Golf Club..
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Huntsville, TX
Walk Score®
30 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Huntsville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Huntsville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Huntsville is under $829.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Huntsville?
The cheapest apartment in Huntsville is The Vineyard at Sam Houston which is listed at $589, while the average apartment in Huntsville costs $1,259.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Huntsville?
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 39 regular apartments in Huntsville 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 Huntsville?
Cheap apartments in Huntsville have an average cost of $559 which is $700 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Huntsville.
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