
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Downtown Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (26 Rentals)
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3477 Reeves St

1309 Ennis St

3270 Reeves St

4411 Dallas St

3813 Drew St

3815 Drew St

410 Estelle St, Unit C

2205 Tierwester St

3405 Simmons St
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2203 Tierwester St

3257 Holman St

2513 Cleburne St

3109 Anita St

2912 Truxillo St

1825 San Jacinto St

1617 Fannin St

2614 Delano St

3231 Holman St

3404 Bastrop St
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4218 Lamar St

2401 Crawford St

4116 McKinney St

2908 Truxillo St

1825 San Jacinto St

806 Sampson St
East Downtown, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,084 | $990 | $5,000 |
East Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,780 | $1,400 | $4,000 |
East Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,125 | $2,100 | $4,150 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Downtown Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available East Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Downtown area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at The Silhouette Apartments by UH Studios priced from $750. NHH Gray has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $846. Here are the most affordable East Downtown apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Silhouette Apartments by UH Studios | Modern Studios | Studio,1BA | $750 |
NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
Houston House | The Bell | Studio,1BA | $997 |
Eastwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,066 |
Circuit | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
1711 Caroline | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
Eighteen25 Downtown | E6 | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
Broadstone EADO | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Downtown area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2718 Cleburne St Model at 2718 Cleburne St, Unit B in the in the Third Ward neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value East Downtown apartment is the B5 Model at The Hamilton starting at $2,612 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Third Ward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2718 Cleburne St, Unit B | 2718 Cleburne St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
The Hamilton | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
Haven at Elgin | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
4106 Delano St, Unit 1 | 4106 Delano St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Harrisburg Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Eastwood Villa Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath w/ Plank Flooring | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
NHH Gray | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Block 334 Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Circuit | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Houston House | The Bell | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in East Downtown?
There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX with pricing that ranges from $650 to $11,928. There are also 146 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Downtown ranging from $750 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Downtown ranges from $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,208.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Downtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Downtown range from $1,095 to $5,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $820.
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