
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Houston, TX from $700 (18 Rentals)
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Lanesborough Apartments

Life Tower

Portico Kirby

1219 Autrey St

1025 Swanson St

Greenbriar Bend

District at Greenbriar
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2601 Bellefontaine

7777 Greenbriar Dr

2211 S Braeswood Blvd

1755 Wyndale St

1740 Banks St

2475 Underwood St
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University Place, Houston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Place?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Place Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $889 | $2,009 |
University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,100 | $3,770 |
University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,219 | $9,865 |
University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $2,184 | $8,300 |
University Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $1,189 | $1,279 |
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Cheapest Available University Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Place area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lanesborough Apartments priced from $1,215. Portico Kirby has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,219. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lanesborough Apartments | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Portico Kirby | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
The Maroneal | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
Encore Montrose | E2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
Residences at Gramercy | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,406 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, TX
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $1.73 price per square foot B1 Model at Greenbriar Park in the in the Hermann Park neighborhood starting from $1,731. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the A2-Greenbriar Model at South Main Building starting at $1,968 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Medical Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Greenbriar Park | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
South Main Building | A2-Greenbriar | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
1212 Milford St, Unit 4 | 1212 Milford St | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Residences at Gramercy | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
District at Greenbriar | 11F2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Lanesborough Apartments | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
1718 Albans Rd, Unit B | 1718 Albans Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Adenine | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
The Maroneal | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Portico Kirby | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Place, Houston, TX
Ranked #172
Among neighborhoods in Houston, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the University Place Neighborhood in Houston, TX
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Place?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Place is at The Co-Op at the Med Center listed at $1,616.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment is $1,215 at Lanesborough Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Place Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Place is starting from $1,539 at Portico Kirby.
What is the most affordable University Place Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Place Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Portico Kirby and starts from $2,184.
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