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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Southeast Houston - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston

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Southeast Houston, Houston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Houston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Houston area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at Heights at 1520 Apartments priced from $390. Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $558. Here are the most affordable Southeast Houston apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heights at 1520 ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$390
Cypress Creek at Reed Road Apartment HomesTrinity2BR,2BA$558
Park at Clear LakeThe Apollo1BR,1BA$604
Timber Ridge1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$639
The Redford1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$640
2100 Memorial - 55+ Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Studios at ChannelviewStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Plaza at Hobby AirportA1R11BR,1BA$661
The Park at VittoriaFlorence1BR,1BA$669
Oaks of Baytown ApartmentsThe Ayers1BR,1BA$670

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Houston area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2704 Truxillo St Model at 2704 Truxillo St, Unit 2704 in the in the Third Ward neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Southeast Houston apartment is the F Model at Palms at Baytown starting at $1,145 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Eastpoint neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2704 Truxillo St, Unit 27042704 Truxillo St4BR,2BA$1.00
Palms at BaytownF3BR,2BA$0.85
Cypress Creek at Fayridge Drive Apartment HomesColorado3BR,2BA$0.94
Willow Tree ApartmentsChateau3BR,2BA$1.02
Concord at Allendale ApartmentsLincoln1BR,1BA$1.00
The Park at AvianoModena2BR,1BA$0.88
Quay Point ApartmentsThe Bonelli2BR,1BA$0.99
Cedar Bluff Apartments2x1.5 u2BR,1.5BA$1.02
Oaks of Baytown ApartmentsThe Ayers1BR,1BA$0.94
Leonora Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Houston?

There are currently 2442 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $450 to $19,922. There are also 2403 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Houston ranging from $550 to $11,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Houston ranges from $550 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,400.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Houston range from $649 to $19,922, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $820.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston, TX

Written by: Lori Rosario

Houston is a huge city, and it’s still growing, which makes it one of the most sought after places in the country to move.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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