
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $400 (15 Rentals)
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South Main, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Main Studio Apartments | $996 | $829 | $1,242 |
South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $457 | $2,262 |
South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,010 | $2,852 |
South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $1,389 | $2,540 |
South Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $1,552 | $1,552 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Main Neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes priced from $462. 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 |
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Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes | Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
Pine Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $729 |
Oaks of Charleston | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $829 |
Connection at Buffalo Pointe Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Ashford Santa Fe | 1X1-U | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, TX
As of February 27, 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 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The Citadel at Med Center Houston Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Braeswood Place 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. |
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Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes | Colorado | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
The Citadel at Med Center Houston Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Ashford Santa Fe | 3X2A-1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
9711 Linkmeadow Ln, Unit 17 | 9711 Linkmeadow Ln | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Connection at Buffalo Pointe Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Melia Medical Center | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Villa Solano Apartments | 1x1C Renovated 670 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
The Huxley at Medical Center | A1R- Newly Upgraded! | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Alegria II | 1x1 RENO | 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Main?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Main is at Pine Terrace listed at $729.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment is $462 at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Main Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Main is starting from $558 at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable South Main Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Main Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes and starts from $1,389.
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