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1221 Redford StHouston, TX 77034
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9220 Nathaniel StHouston, TX 77075
8227 Garland St
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4910 Allendale RdHouston, TX 77017
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1744 Jenkins RdPasadena, TX 77506
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1022 Witter StPasadena, TX 77506
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201 Vista RdPasadena, TX 77504
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Mount Vernon, Houston, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Studio Apartments | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,044 | $559 | $1,765 |
| Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $833 | $2,139 |
| Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,195 | $1,890 |
| Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,553 | $1,553 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Redford priced from $640. Gayle Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Redford | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
| Gayle Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Park on Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $787 |
| The Park at Leyton | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Villa del Prado | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Nathaniel Apartments | A2-U | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Park at Winslow | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Welcome to The Palms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with 603 Square Feet... | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Parkside Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Ashmore | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, TX
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $1.17 price per square foot 4x2 Model at The Life at Clearwood in the in the Greater Hobby neighborhood starting from $1,553. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the Chateau Model at Willow Tree Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Greater Hobby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Life at Clearwood | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Willow Tree Apartments | Chateau | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Park on Vista | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Concord at Allendale Apartments | Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Strawberry Flats Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Quay Point Apartments | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Redford | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Victoria Village Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Park at Leyton | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Gayle Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Getting Around the Mount Vernon Neighborhood in South Houston, TX
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65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
13 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mount Vernon is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?
The cheapest apartment in Mount Vernon is The Redford which is listed at $640, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon costs $1,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Vernon?
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 28 regular apartments in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?
Cheap apartments in Mount Vernon have an average cost of $617 which is $1,143 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon.
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