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5360 E 5th St

Kingsland Park 55+

Willow Lake Apartments

The Commons at Hollyhock

Westmount at Mason Creek

SYNC at Kingsland Ranch

Nottingham Place

Montage at Cinco Ranch

Encore Motif
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Lodge @ 1550

The Retreat at Cinco Ranch

Stonecreek Apartments

Luxe at Katy

Silverstream

The Sutton Apartments

San Tierra

San Paseo

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Bellrock Market Station

The Gallery at Katy

Broadstone Grand Parkway

Marquis Seven Lakes

Kenwood Club at the Park Apartments

The Standard at Franz

Marquis at Katy

Seville at Clay Crossing

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Elation at Grandway West
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The Range at Tamarron

Falcon at Grand Harbor

Prose KTX

Oak Park Trails

The Place At Green Trails

23233 Western Centre Dr

Emory West Cypress

Grand Reserve

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19770 Clay Rd

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Katy Manor

Katy Oaks

The Crawford at Grand Morton

Trebah Village-Senior Community

Premier at Katy

Cornerstone Ranch

Ashley House

Lancaster
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Katy, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Katy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Katy Studio Apartments | $1,212 | $999 | $1,533 |
| Cheap Katy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $514 | $3,287 |
| Cheap Katy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $611 | $3,679 |
| Cheap Katy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,316 | $1,226 | $5,534 |
| Cheap Katy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $2,148 | $3,873 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Katy, TX
Pricing Updated: 01/07/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulshear | $2,352 | $1,158 | 311 |
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. Westborough Crossing in the Lakes at Mason Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $809. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Katy apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living) | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $514 |
| Westborough Crossing | The Dartmore | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Catalon | A1-50% | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
| Volterra at Westlake | Empire | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Arbor Point | Birch | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Willow Lake Apartments | Medina | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| The Crawford at Grand Morton | A1 Essential Housing | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| The Commons at Hollyhock | A1 - The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| The Place at Barker Cypress - 1822 | 1822 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $968 |
| Queenston Manor | A1 60 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Katy, TX
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Katy area is the $1.33 price per square foot 4192 Model at Enclave at Mason Creek in the in the Falcon Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,749. The second greatest value Katy apartment is the Firefly Model at The Nexus at Kingsland Heights starting at $2,148 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Cinco Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Katy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave at Mason Creek | 4192 | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.33 |
| The Nexus at Kingsland Heights | Firefly | 4BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| IMT Cinco Ranch | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 21306 Park Run Drive | 21306 Park Run Drive | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Reserve by the Lake | Chastain | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Pineview Terrace Apartments | B2 U | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Farmington | 2X1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Abbey at Barker Cypress | ASBURY - A3 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Grand Palms | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living) | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
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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 Arbor Point listed at $950.
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 Catalon and starts from $1,489.
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