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Ashley House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashley House

3903 Mason RdKaty, TX 77450
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Katy Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Katy Manor

5360 5th StKaty, TX 77493
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Katy Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Katy Oaks

1518 East AveKaty, TX 77493
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Katy, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Katy, TX

Pricing Updated: 12/09/2025

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$9,750$800264

Cheapest Available Katy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Katy, TX is a Studio unit found at Perla Park Ten in the Park Ten neighborhood priced from $659. Ashley House in the Lakes of Buckingham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Katy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Perla Park TenStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$659
Ashley HouseA11BR,1BA$800
The Place At Green TrailsThe Elm1BR,1BA$864
The Place at Barker Cypress - 18221822 A11BR,1BA$895
Willow Lake ApartmentsMedina1BR,1BA$899
Arbor PointBirchStudio,1BA$950
Reserve by the LakeCreekbend1BR,1BA$950
The Crawford at Grand MortonA1 Essential Housing1BR,1BA$966
Queenston ManorA1 601BR,1BA$975
Westmount at Mason CreekMandarin1BR,1BA$977

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Katy, TX

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Katy area is the $1.18 price per square foot Firefly Model at The Nexus at Kingsland Heights in the in the Cinco Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,148. The second greatest value Katy apartment is the Ash Model at The Villas at Tamarron starting at $2,491 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Grayson 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.
The Nexus at Kingsland HeightsFirefly4BR,2BA$1.18
The Villas at TamarronAsh2BR,2.5BA$1.37
Enclave at Mason Creek41914BR,3.5BA$1.31
21306 Park Run Drive21306 Park Run Drive3BR,2BA$1.26
Pineview Terrace ApartmentsB2 D2BR,2BA$1.22
Farmington2X1 B2BR,1BA$1.31
Copperwood Ranch2x22BR,2BA$1.40
The Commons at HollyhockA2 - The Cedar1BR,1BA$1.21
Grand PalmsThe Chelsea1BR,1BA$1.33
Reserve by the LakeCreekbend1BR,1BA$1.24

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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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Katy, TX

Ranked #25

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Katy, TX

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Perla Park Ten listed at $659.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Katy Apartment is $800 at Ashley House.

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 $1,045 at The Place at Barker Cypress - 1822.

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 $1,427.

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