
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $800 (68 Rentals)
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1904 Common St, Unit 1904 Common St Apt 2

2717 Gregg St

1905 Stevens St

2506 Keene St

3411 Market St

1172 Halpern St

2522 Campbell St

2310 Kabee St

5602 Hirsch Rd
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1622 Pannell St

3804 Lelia St

712 Harrington St

3105 Dittmans Ct

3708 Gano St

401 Joyce St

709 North Loop

935 Byrne St

935 Byrne St

1412 E35th Street, Unit B
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415 Fairbanks St, Unit Garage

1721 Hickory St, Unit Room 2

2206 Kane St

935 Byrne St

935 Byrne St

935 Byrne St

935 Byrne St

3550 Main St

3820 Lila St

3206 Kentucky St
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4605 Norhill Blvd

4607 Norhill Blvd

1711 Sabine St

5904 Cochran St

1107 Edwards St

1115 Robbie St

1518 Malvern St

608 Cordell St

3402 Chickering St

4522 Falls St
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935 Byrne St

2608 Mills St

2610 1/2 Mills St

2606 Mills St

1311 Boswell St

2902 Gregg St

2506 Woodard St

1661 Northwood St

2604 Mills St

2509 Terry St
North Central, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
North Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,909 | $800 | $3,500 |
North Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,757 | $1,395 | $6,500 |
North Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,404 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
North Central 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,198 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
North Central 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,100 | $2,700 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue Las Brisas priced from $840. Rose Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Avenue Las Brisas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Rose Plaza | A | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Timber Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Pecan Villa Apartments | E | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
AveCDC Station | 1x1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,011 |
The Exchange | S1p | Studio,1BA | $1,041 |
AveCDC Washington Courtyards | 3x2 50% | 3BR,2BA | $1,184 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3x2 Market Model at AveCDC Washington Courtyards in the in the Near Northside neighborhood starting from $1,781. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom (large) 60% Model at AveCDC Terrace starting at $1,251 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Near Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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AveCDC Washington Courtyards | 3x2 Market | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
AveCDC Terrace | 2 Bedroom (large) 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
AveCDC Elder Street Artists Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Residence at The Heights | The Harvard | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Timber Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
AveCDC Station | 1x1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Sawyer Heights Lofts | aa_524 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Pecan Villa Apartments | E | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Rose Plaza | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Avenue Las Brisas | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central
What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?
There are currently 264 Apartments for Rent in North Central, TX with pricing that ranges from $700 to $8,490. There are also 337 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $800 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central ranges from $800 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,112.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Central?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Central range from $1,199 to $8,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,945.
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