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South Central Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Houston area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Zollie Scales Apartments priced from $680. 2801 Carrolton St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable South Central Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zollie Scales Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$680
2801 Carrolton St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$749
The Silhouette Apartments by UH StudiosModern StudiosStudio,1BA$750
Southlawn Palms1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$750
Southway Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$780
3016 Blodgett StJunior1BR1BR,1BA$800
Regency LoftsA11BR,1BA$821
Southmore PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$825
OST LoftsA41BR,1BA$838

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Houston, TX

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Houston area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2611 Riverside Dr Model at 2611 Riverside Dr in the in the Medical Center neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value South Central Houston apartment is the B1U Model at Catalina Village starting at $1,482 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the South Union neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2611 Riverside Dr2611 Riverside Dr3BR,3.5BA$1.20
Catalina VillageB1U2BR,2BA$1.12
Country Club Place ApartmentsNorthgate2BR,1BA$1.11
Metro 55141 Bed 1 Bath Reno1BR,1BA$1.01
Park Yellowstone Apartment Homes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.19
Nest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.06
Fair Oaks Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.14
Emory at CanalEmory 2/12BR,1BA$1.21
Schroeder Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.17
Southmore PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Houston?

There are currently 621 Apartments for Rent in South Central Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $595 to $11,864. There are also 445 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Houston ranging from $599 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central Houston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central Houston ranges from $599 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,097.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central Houston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central Houston range from $649 to $11,864, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $749.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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