
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX (332 Rentals)
Apartments in Houston with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Gramercy Park

Charleston at Fannin Station

Hermann Park Lofts

The Standard at Copperfield

The Standard at Champions

Bellrock Memorial
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

22Hundred

HAUS Memorial Park

Bellrock Sawyer Yards

The McAdams at Memorial City

Tuscany Apartments

The Pointe at West Lake

Gables Post Oak

Post Oak at Woodway

The Circle at Hermann Park

Breakers at Windmill Lakes

SoDo - Houston North Tower

The Westheimer Apartments

Park at Armand Bayou

The Cove

High Point Uptown

IMT Uptown Post Oak

Monaco at Main

Domain West

San Antigua

Hollow Tree Park

The Fitz

Crossings at Hillcroft

The Terraces on Brompton Apartments

Estates At Bellaire

Preserve At Copperleaf

Duo West Champions

Sawyer Heights Lofts

WaterWall Place

Galleria Parc Apartments

Elan Med Center
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 | $1,295 | $354 | $10,000+ |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $367 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $613 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $749 | $9,500 |
Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $835 | $3,500 |
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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 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 Palms at Cypress Station listed at $599.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Houston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Houston is $2,016.
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 638 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.

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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.