Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Huntsville Neighborhood of Huntsville, TX from $300 (60 Rentals)

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property at 148 Varsity Dr

$570 - $590

1 Bedroom Rentals

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148 Varsity Dr

HuntsvilleTX77340
property at 150 Varsity Cir

$560 - $590

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

150 Varsity Cir

HuntsvilleTX77340

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property at 1403 14th St

$795 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1403 14th St

HuntsvilleTX77340

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

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property at 700 Gray St

$875

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

700 Gray St

HuntsvilleTX77320

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Glenwood Apartments
Studio Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

1976 QualityHuntsville, TX 77320
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Montgomery Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montgomery Meadows

2750 Montgomery RdHuntsville, TX 77340
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Live Oak - NEW
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak - NEW

1610 Avenue OHuntsville, TX 77340
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Blue Sky Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Sky Apartments

911 University AveHuntsville, TX 77320
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Fish Pond at Huntsville
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fish Pond at Huntsville

176 FM 247Huntsville, TX 77320
Senior Living
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Woodcreek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodcreek

1235 Josey StHuntsville, TX 77340
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The Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pines

2450 Lake RdHuntsville, TX 77340
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Huntsville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Huntsville area of Huntsville, TX is a 5 Beds unit found at The Heights priced from $605. University Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $619. Here are the most affordable Downtown Huntsville apartments for rent in Huntsville, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Heights5A5BR,5BA$605
University Place ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$619
Santa Fe Trails ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$619
Live Oak - NEW1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$630
Paper Moon ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$649
University Club Huntsville1Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$719
Hillside Chateau Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat1BR,1BA$719
Forest Gate Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$729
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$729
Woodhollow ApartmentsA-11BR,1BA$789

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Huntsville, TX

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Huntsville area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4 BR House Model at The Village at Sam Houston in the in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Huntsville apartment is the 4BR/4BA Model at Villas on Sycamore starting at $464 with a $0.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Huntsville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Village at Sam Houston4 BR House4BR,4BA$0.98
Villas on Sycamore4BR/4BA4BR,4BA$0.29
Bearkat Cottages3 Bedroom 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.50
Heritage Estates at HuntsvilleB12BR,2BA$0.95
Gateway at Huntsville2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.73
Haven at MB12BR,2BA$0.92
The Forum at Sam Houston2x22BR,2BA$0.78
The Quarters Huntsville2x22BR,2BA$0.78
The Heights2A2BR,2BA$1.05
Forest Gate Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10

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

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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 Cheap Downtown Huntsville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Huntsville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Huntsville is under $789.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Huntsville?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Huntsville is Live Oak - NEW which is listed at $630, while the average apartment in Downtown Huntsville costs $982.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 107 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Huntsville?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Huntsville have an average cost of $488 which is $494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Huntsville.

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