
Cheap Homes for Rent in Fifth Ward Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (30 Rentals)
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5502 Morwood St

5508 Morwood St

5509 Morwood St

5503 Morwood St

5511 Morgood St

5429 Makeig St

5433 Makeig St

5423 Makeig St
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5441 Makeig St

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2522 Campbell St

2310 Kabee St

3804 Lelia St

1622 Pannell St

3822 Dabney St

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4704 Farmer St

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Fifth Ward, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fifth Ward?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fifth Ward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,350 | $800 | $2,600 |
Fifth Ward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,613 | $1,500 | $4,100 |
Fifth Ward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,167 | $1,900 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fifth Ward Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Fifth Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fifth Ward area of Houston, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou priced from $649. Rose Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Fifth Ward apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $649 |
Rose Plaza | A | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Circuit | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Prose Hardy Yards | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Hardy Yards Apartment Homes | Mozart - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
The Standard on the River | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,429 |
Canal Street Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,607 |
The Mill Residences | S3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
East End Lofts | A13 | 1BR,1BA | $1,648 |
Ely at the Ballpark | Biggio | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fifth Ward, TX
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fifth Ward area is the $1.53 price per square foot B2 Model at Canal Street Flats in the in the Third Ward neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value Fifth Ward apartment is the A3 Model at 500 Crawford Apartments starting at $1,935 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Houston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fifth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Canal Street Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
500 Crawford Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
City View Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
The Standard on the River | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
East End Lofts | A09 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Circuit | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Prose Hardy Yards | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Hardy Yards Apartment Homes | Mozart - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
Rose Plaza | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fifth Ward
What type of rentals are currently available in Fifth Ward?
There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Fifth Ward, TX with pricing that ranges from $800 to $14,148. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fifth Ward ranging from $800 to $4,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fifth Ward?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fifth Ward ranges from $800 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,810.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fifth Ward?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fifth Ward range from $1,345 to $14,148, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,045.
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