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3362 Burke Rd

PasadenaTX77504

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10912 Gulf Fwy

HoustonTX77034

South Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lofts at Hartsook in the Greater Hobby neighborhood priced from $514. The Redford in the Greater Hobby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $559. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Houston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lofts at Hartsook1x11BR,1BA$514
The Redford1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$559
The Plaza at Hobby AirportA1R11BR,1BA$661
7900 Morley612 sf1BR,1BA$661
8751 Broadway615 sf1BR,1BA$680

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Houston, TX

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Houston area is the $1.02 price per square foot Chateau Model at Willow Tree Apartments in the in the Greater Hobby neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value South Houston apartment is the Lincoln Model at Concord at Allendale Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Greater Hobby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willow Tree ApartmentsChateau3BR,2BA$1.02
Concord at Allendale ApartmentsLincoln1BR,1BA$1.00
Cherrybrook PlaceB1B2BR,1BA$1.10
Park Place Apartments2 Bedroom, 1st Floor2BR,1BA$1.03
Villas at Park Place Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.04
8915 Broadway653 sf1BR,1BA$1.10
Lofts at Hartsook1x11BR,1BA$0.79
8751 Broadway615 sf1BR,1BA$1.11
7900 Morley612 sf1BR,1BA$1.10
The Redford1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in South Houston?

There are currently 171 Apartments for Rent in South Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $514 to $2,384. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Houston ranging from $1,065 to $2,899.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Houston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Houston ranges from $1,065 to $2,899 with an average monthly rent of $1,758.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Houston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Houston range from $700 to $2,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,449 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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