
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX from $600 (1,048 Rentals)
Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Vivo Living Willowbrook

Pine Creek Apartments

Fusion at Rye 3030
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The Silhouette Apartments by UH Studios

Serena Oaks Apartments

Regency Park
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

Palms on Rolling Creek

Crossings at St. Charles

Reveal at Rye

Diamond Hill at Westheimer

SunBlossom Mountain

The Lofts at 3402

Crescent At Cityview

Huntcliff

The Avenue

Serena Village 2 Apartments

Cali Crossing

Rockridge Springs Apartments

The Preakness Apartments

Huntington Glen

Palms at Clear Lake

Bellaire Oaks Apartments

Salado at Cityview

Passages at Rye 1255
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 | $1,278 | $354 | $6,941 |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $200 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $613 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $737 | $10,000+ |
Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,994 | $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
Teddy • 4+ years in Houston
April 3, 2025I 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.
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 Short-term Houston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Houston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Houston is at The Pines on Spring Rain listed at $200.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $2,331.
What is the largest Short-term Houston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Houston is a 3,992 square feet unit starting from $2,266 at 2929 Weslayan.
What is the average size for Houston Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Houston is currently at 744 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.

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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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.