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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Houston, TX

Pricing Updated: 03/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Houston, TX area range in price from $250 to $29,792 with an overall median price of $2,293. The three Houston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bacliff Heights at $900, Clifton By The Sea at $900, and Galveston West End at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Houston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bacliff Heights$962$90018
Clifton By The Sea$962$90018
Galveston West End$1,000$1,0006
Jamaica Beach$1,000$1,0006
Pleasantville Area$1,025$1,02510
Fondren Gardens$1,115$4255847
Fifth Avenue Estates$1,274$42512464
Bellfort$1,277$661701
Golfcrest$1,295$4831263
Fall Creek$1,299$6991759

Cheapest Available Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at St. James Village in the San Pablo neighborhood priced from $250. Siegel Suites Houston in the Northpointe West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $354. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. James VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$250
Siegel Suites HoustonStudioStudio,1BA$354
Creekbend Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$367
Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment HomesBrazos1BR,1BA$462
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$477
BLUESTEM APARTMENTSA11BR,1BA$479
OST LoftsA31BR,1BA$483
Summit at Renaissance ParkA11BR,1BA$488
Serena Oasis2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$530
BriarwestA3-301BR,1BA$532

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX

As of March 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $0.79 price per square foot 4123 Teal Valley Ct Model at 4123 Teal Valley Ct in the in the Steep Bank neighborhood starting from $2,460. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the 15507 Liberty Bluff Dr Model at 15507 Liberty Bluff Dr starting at $2,320 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Sonoma Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4123 Teal Valley Ct4123 Teal Valley Ct4BR,2.5BA$0.79
15507 Liberty Bluff Dr15507 Liberty Bluff Dr4BR,2.5BA$0.79
21851 Whispering Forest Dr21851 Whispering Forest Dr4BR,2.5BA$0.80
19106 Sears Dr, Unit A19106 Sears Dr3BR,3BA$0.79
5017 Boicewood St, Unit 15017 Boicewood St4BR,2BA$0.76
Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou3/23BR,2BA$0.52
St. James VillageTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.28
BLUESTEM APARTMENTSA11BR,1BA$0.62
Greenhouse Village Apartments (Senior Living)1X11BR,1BA$0.66
Creekbend Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.67

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Houston Overview

What comes to mind when you think about Houston, Texas? Is it big ol’ oil refineries with old construction? Well, that’s a far cry from one of the fastest growing cities in the nation that’s ranked fourth in America. Houston is not a city you should dismiss so quickly, this Bayou City is home to a whopping 26 Fortune 500 companies and the number one job creator in all of America. Throw in a vibrant restaurant and entertainment scene and you’ve won your case for Houston, Texas as the best place to live in America.

Why live in Houston, TX?

Houston is pretty big, and this is one of the top reasons why you should consider making your home here. You won’t feel limited when it comes to housing and best of all, it enjoys some of the lowest housing costs in America. If you compare Houston to 20 of the most populous metros, its housing prices are 36.6 percent below the average rate. Another appealing aspect of Houston is that there’s something for every age, social status and stage in life. Whether you are looking for an upscale luxury apartment in Houston, a three-bedroom house with a playground or a reclusive condo in the suburbs, you are sure to find the perfect place to call home.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Houston, TX

Ranked #2

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Houston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Houston is at Siegel Suites Houston listed at $354.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houston Apartment is $367 at Creekbend Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Houston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Houston is starting from $250 at St. James Village.

What is the most affordable Houston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Houston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou and starts from $649.

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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.

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When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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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.