Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX from $250 (1,755 Rentals)Page 3 of 36

Colony Oaks

Star Beltway 8 Apartments

Avaya Steeplechase

Timber Crossing Apartments

5301 Higgins St

5201 Market St

Verandas at Northshore (REM)

Sunset Shadows

Tidwell Estates Apartments

Rock Creek at Hollow Tree

The Grand Hampton at Clear Lake

The One at 5959

Siena on Westheimer

Oaks at Greenview

Augusta North Houston

Forest Pointe

Walden Pond

Buena Vista Apartments

Arbor on Richmond Apartments

8715 Timberside Dr

3 Corners West

The Landing at Westchase

7523 Lockwood Dr

6223 Lavender St

Valencia at Spring Branch

Cypress Creek at Fayridge Drive Apartment Homes

The Preakness Apartments

Belmont Place/La Fontaine

Circle at Point Park

Reserve at 63 Sixty Three

Beamer Place Apartments

Hudson at Westchase Apartments

3802 Dabney St

Heritage Estates

Glen Willow Apartments

Estates at Spring Branch

3357 Frick Rd
Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Houston Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $354 | $10,000+ |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $367 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,382 | $613 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $820 | $10,000+ |
Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,416 | $835 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Houston, TX
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
Houston, TX Area Reviews
Lori • 2+ years in Houston
February 25, 2025It's a great place to raise a family, as there are plenty of activities, educational opportunities, parks, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Houston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Houston is under $599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Houston?
The cheapest apartment in Houston is St. James Village which is listed at $250, while the average apartment in Houston costs $3,436.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Houston?
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 18,749 regular apartments in Houston 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 Houston?
Cheap apartments in Houston have an average cost of $340 which is $3,096 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Houston.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX
Written by: Lori Rosario
Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.