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2889 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (10 Rentals)
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Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes
2910 Reed RdHouston, TX 77051
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Oaks of Charleston
16 Charleston Park DrHouston, TX 77025
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Ashford Santa Fe
4010 W Bellfort AveHouston, TX 77025
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Advenir at The Med Center
9955 Buffalo SpeedwayHouston, TX 77054
9616 Kapri Ln
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Villa Solano Apartments
2501 Westridge StHouston, TX 77054
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The Huxley at Medical Center
8410 W Bartell DrHouston, TX 77054
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Houston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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South Main, Houston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Main Studio Apartments | $1,009 | $829 | $1,245 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $457 | $2,154 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $999 | $3,004 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,389 | $2,672 |
| South Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $1,552 | $1,552 |
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes priced from $558. Pine Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes | Trinity | 2BR,2BA | $558 |
| Pine Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $829 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, TX
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $1.14 price per square foot Colorado Model at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $1,389. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the Wyndemere Model at Advenir at The Med Center starting at $1,955 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the South Main neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes | Colorado | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Advenir at The Med Center | Wyndemere | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| The Fountains at Almeda | Augusta | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Ashford Santa Fe | 3X2A-1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Melia Medical Center | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Citadel at Med Center Houston Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| The Huxley at Medical Center | A1R- Newly Upgraded! | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Alegria II | 1x1 RENO | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Villa Solano Apartments | 1x1A Renovated 545 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
Getting Around the South Main Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 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 South Main Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Main?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Main is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Main?
The cheapest apartment in South Main is Ashford Santa Fe which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in South Main costs $2,056.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Main?
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 82 regular apartments in South Main 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 South Main?
Cheap apartments in South Main have an average cost of $929 which is $1,127 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Main.
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