
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Creek Ranch Neighborhood of Katy, TX from $400 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highland Creek Ranch area of Katy.


3061 Walnut Springs Dr

Brea Luxury Apartments

The Everson

Seville at Clay Crossing

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The Commons at Hollyhock

20235 Kieth Harrow Blvd

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Emory West Cypress

Esperanza at Keith Harrow

Aspire Katy
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Alta Grandway

Linz Luxury Living

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5811 Ridgebluff Ln

5907 Deep S Dr

19235 Sandelford Dr

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19502 Woodglen Dr

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A1, Unit A1

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A2, Unit A2

2603 N Fry Rd, Unit A3, Unit A3

21026 Settlers Valley Dr

2510 Silver Cypress Dr

19715 Billineys Park Dr

18102 Twin Creek Dr

19919 Parkstone Bend Ln

Carrington at Barker Cypress
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Esperanza at Wild Orchid

Grand Palms

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Prose Highland

The Opal at Barker Cypress

The Gardens at Greenhouse

Skyview Flats

20331 Mountaindale Dr

17728 Northhagen Dr

17514 Northfalk Dr

6356 Porterway Dr
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20322 Mountaindale Dr

6329 Porterway Dr

6327 Porterway Dr

7017 Haven Creek Dr

19947 Mountain Dale Dr

7111 Village Lake Dr

17728 Northhagen Dr

17615 Red Wolf Ct

19122 Yellow Thrush Dr

17807 Northway Ct
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Highland Creek Ranch, Katy, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Creek Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Creek Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,126 | $1,097 | $1,187 |
| Highland Creek Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $850 | $2,209 |
| Highland Creek Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $1,295 | $2,179 |
| Highland Creek Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $1,598 | $6,703 |
| Highland Creek Ranch 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,957 | $2,011 | $3,509 |
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Cheapest Available Highland Creek Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Creek Ranch area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Carrington at Barker Cypress priced from $1,081. The Everson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,097. Here are the most affordable Highland Creek Ranch apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrington at Barker Cypress | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| The Everson | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,097 |
| Esperanza at Wild Orchid | A3-6 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Grand Palms | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Prose Highland | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,162 |
| The Opal at Barker Cypress | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| The Commons at Hollyhock | A1 - The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Emory West Cypress | A1.P6 | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Esperanza at Keith Harrow | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,282 |
| The Gardens at Greenhouse | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Creek Ranch, TX
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Creek Ranch area is the $1.61 price per square foot D2C Model at Summerwell Marvida in the in the Canyon Lakes West neighborhood starting from $3,257. The second greatest value Highland Creek Ranch apartment is the Navara Model at Millers at Elyson starting at $2,243 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Mason Lakes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Creek Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwell Marvida | D2C | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| Millers at Elyson | Navara | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Tricon Peek Road | Plan 1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| Skyview Flats | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Greenhouse Villas | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Seville at Clay Crossing | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Emory West Cypress | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Grand Palms | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Commons at Hollyhock | A1 - The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Carrington at Barker Cypress | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Creek Ranch Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Creek Ranch?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Creek Ranch is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Creek Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Creek Ranch is Carrington at Barker Cypress which is listed at $1,081, while the average apartment in Highland Creek Ranch costs $3,257.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Creek Ranch?
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 27 regular apartments in Highland Creek Ranch 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 Highland Creek Ranch?
Cheap apartments in Highland Creek Ranch have an average cost of $160 which is $3,097 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Creek Ranch.
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