Houston/ Real Estate & Development
Published on March 14, 2019
The cheapest apartment rentals in Houston, explored2151 S. Kirkwood Road. | Photos: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Houston are hovering around $1,224. But how does the low-end pricing on a Houston rental look these days—and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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470 Maxey Road, #5164

Listed at $535/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 470 Maxey Road, #5164, in Northshore, is 56.3 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Houston, which is currently estimated at around $1,224/month.

The complex has a swimming pool. In the unit, expect wooden cabinetry and air conditioning. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that this location is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

503 El Dorado Blvd., #5160

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 503 El Dorado Blvd., #5160, in Clear Lake, is listed for $595/month.

In the unit, you'll find air conditioning, hardwood flooring and a ceiling fan. Pets are not allowed. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has minimal transit options.

(See the listing here.)

3000 Carrolton St.

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom at 3000 Carrolton St. in Gulfgate Riverview / Pine Valley, which, with 600 square feet, is going for $600/month.

Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking. Pets are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is car-dependent, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)

2151 S. Kirkwood Road

Listed at $605/month, this 454-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom is located at 2151 S. Kirkwood Road in Briarforest Area.

Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking, outdoor space and on-site laundry. In the unit, you're promised a balcony and a walk-in closet. Pet lovers are in luck: cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1239 Bay Area Blvd., #2649

And finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1239 Bay Area Blvd., #2649, in Clear Lake. It's being listed for $610/month.

The apartment offers air conditioning and wooden cabinetry. The complex boasts a swimming pool. Pets are not allowed. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and has some transit options.

(Here's the full listing.)


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