3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $1,200 (126 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Live at Savoy HTX
3 Bedroom Apartments

Live at Savoy HTX

6315 Savoy DriveHouston, TX 77036
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Norma's Plaza
3 Bedroom Apartments

Norma's Plaza

7526 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdHouston, TX 77033
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Southmore Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Southmore Gardens

2408-2412 Southmore BlvdHouston, TX 77004
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5625 Antoine
3 Bedroom Apartments

5625 Antoine

5625 AntoineHouston, TX 77091
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Sherwood Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sherwood Gardens

3821 Sherwood LnHouston, TX 77092
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Front Royale
3 Bedroom Apartments

Front Royale

10107 Westview DrHouston, TX 77043

Houston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Houston and the best places to live with original content written by our Houston Local Expert Lori Rosario

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Los Jardines
3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Jardines

3511 Eastex FwyHouston, TX 77026
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Adora
3 Bedroom Apartments

Adora

8701 S Braeswood BlvdHouston, TX 77031
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Shadowdale Oaks
3 Bedroom Apartments

Shadowdale Oaks

2135 Shadowdale DrHouston, TX 77043
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Canfield Lakes II
3 Bedroom Apartments

Canfield Lakes II

13350 Northborough DrHouston, TX 77067
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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

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Teddy4+ years in Houston

April 3, 2025

I grew up in H-town. Its a good place to live. Plenty of stuff to do and great restaurants abound. I recommend living on the Northwest side though. Like out in the Cypress area off 290. Its a little out of town, but you have everything you need there.

Lori2+ years in Houston

February 25, 2025

It's a great place to raise a family, as there are plenty of activities, educational opportunities, parks, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Houston with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Houston is at BLUESTEM APARTMENTS listed at $651.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Houston Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Houston is $2,369.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,767 square feet unit starting from $8,300 at Latitude Med Center.

What is the average size for Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Houston is currently 1,532 sq ft.

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.

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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.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.