
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX Under $900 (197 Rentals)
Rental terms in Houston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Bellaire Oaks Apartments

Skylar Pointe

5401 Chimney Rock

The Avenue

Huntington Glen

Midtown Terrace Suites

Artisan West

Sapphire Resort Apartments
Houston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Cranbrook Forest

Creekside Villas at Clear Lake Apartments

Summit at Champions

Providence at Memorial

Diamond Hill at Westheimer

The Cove

Grand at Westchase

Kendall Manor

Bay House

The Verano

Crosby at Westchase Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments

Westlake at Summer Cove

Steepleway Downs

Commons at Westchase

Preserve at Westchase

Westchase Forest

The Abbey at Eldridge

Walnut Terrace Apartments

600 Nottingham

Oaks at Greenview

Rock Creek at Hollow Tree

The Abbey at Briar Forest

The Taylor at 525

Cali Crossing

Somerset

The Life at Jackson Square

Augusta North Houston

Buena Vista Apartments

Palms on Rolling Creek

The Quinn at Westchase

Pine Creek Apartments

Sedona Square

The Palms at Cypress Station

The Park at San Vicente

The Madison on the Lake

The Park at Sutton Hill

Sago Palms Apartments
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 | $1,303 | $354 | $10,000+ |
Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $367 | $10,000+ |
Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $613 | $10,000+ |
Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $737 | $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 $1,894.
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.