Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Houston Neighborhood of Houston, TX Under $1,200 (472 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

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Southwest Houston - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Houston

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Houston, TX by our Houston Local Expert Lori Rosario. See how it ranks!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Houston

How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Houston?

There are currently 122 Studio Apartments in Southwest Houston with rent ranges from $639 to $2,655 with an average price of $1,169.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Houston Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Houston ranges from $367 to $7,660 with an average monthly rent of $1,349.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Houston cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Houston range from $250 to $18,015. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,729.

How expensive are Southwest Houston Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 272 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Houston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $10,892 - averaging $2,133 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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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.