
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (2 Rentals)
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East Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Houston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $968 | $749 | $1,200 |
East Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $950 | $1,750 |
East Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,239 | $2,400 |
East Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $1,533 | $1,749 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Houston, TX
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Houston area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Villas at Colt Run Apartments in the in the East Little York neighborhood starting from $1,336. The second greatest value East Houston apartment is the 3/2 Model at WOODFOREST CHASE starting at $1,422 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East Houston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Houston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villas at Colt Run Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
WOODFOREST CHASE | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
6009 Wedgefield St, Unit B | 6009 Wedgefield St | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Lakecrest Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
BLUESTEM APARTMENTS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
Villa Sierra | B2UG | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
North Forest Trails | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Dyersdale Village | 1 bedroom/1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Getting Around the East Houston Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
28 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 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 East Houston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Houston?
The cheapest apartment in East Houston is BLUESTEM APARTMENTS which is listed at $479, while the average apartment in East Houston costs $1,702.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Houston?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 313 regular apartments in East Houston that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Houston?
Cheap apartments in East Houston have an average cost of $767 which is $935 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Houston.
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