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19338 Montclair Meadow Ln

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Montage at Cinco Ranch
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$1,038 - $2,535
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Montage at Cinco Ranch

24333 Cinco Terrace DrKaty, TX 77494
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The Everson
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$1,054 - $4,105
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The Everson

2603 N Fry StKaty, TX 77449
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Boardwalk Lofts
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$1,072 - $2,685
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Boardwalk Lofts

122 Lakeview WayKaty, TX 77494
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Westborough Crossing
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$1,101 - $1,549
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Westborough Crossing

2031 Westborough DrKaty, TX 77449
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Grand Reserve
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$1,146 - $6,517
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Grand Reserve

22101 Grand Corner DrKaty, TX 77494
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Katy, TX

Pricing Updated: 07/10/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Katy, 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 Katy Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fulshear$12,000$950225

Cheapest Available Katy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Katy, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living) in the Copper Village neighborhood priced from $514. The Place at Barker Cypress in the Lakes of Buckingham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $709. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Katy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$514
The Place at Barker Cypress1800 A11BR,1BA$709
The Place at Barker Cypress - 18221822 A11BR,1BA$743
Park FallsA11BR,1BA$849
Terra at Park RowA1F1BR,1BA$849
Cornerstone RanchA21BR,1BA$850
Villas of Park GroveVenezia- Affordable2BR,2BA$862
Alden Park KingslandA11BR,1BA$899
Stonecreek ApartmentsThe 5831BR,1BA$900
Reserve by the LakeCreekbend1BR,1BA$978

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Katy, TX

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Katy area is the $1.28 price per square foot C2 Model at Greenhouse Villas in the in the Brookhollow Court neighborhood starting from $1,683. The second greatest value Katy apartment is the The Hampton Model at Grand Palms starting at $1,392 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Brookhollow Court neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Katy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greenhouse VillasC23BR,2BA$1.28
Grand PalmsThe Hampton2BR,2BA$1.22
Pineview Terrace ApartmentsB2 D2BR,2BA$1.20
Farmington2X1 B2BR,1BA$1.16
SYNC at Green TrailsAster1BR,1BA$1.32
Pine Forest Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Reserve by the LakeCreekbend1BR,1BA$1.27
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$0.71
Park FallsA11BR,1BA$1.26
The Place at Barker Cypress - 18221822 A11BR,1BA$1.25

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Houston

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Katy Overview

"With a citywide motto of ""Small Town Charm With Big City Convenience"", Katy represents some of the best that Texas living has to offer. Located in the eastern edge of the Lone Star Stae just a stone's throw from Houston, this happenin' hot spot is a fantastic locale for both home and work."

Why live in Katy, TX?

Offering small town charm to spare, Katy is an ideal melding of the best that Texas has to offer. With the job market and excitement of Houston just miles away, this gem of a city is a great spot to raise a family while still enjoying the proximity of a Lone Star State hot spot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Katy Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Katy?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Katy is at Montage at Cinco Ranch listed at $1,043.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Katy Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Katy Apartment is $514 at Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Katy Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Katy is starting from $616 at Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living).

What is the most affordable Katy Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Katy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Place at Barker Cypress - 1822 and starts from $1,479.

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