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Apartments Under $500 in Houston, TX

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$434 - 967
Urban Palms Apartment Homes
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8701 Town Park Dr Houston, TX
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Air Conditioning
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Storage
Dishwasher
7
$500
2002 Jensen Dr
Houston, TX
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10
$150
9556 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
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$150
9556 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
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$150
9556 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
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10
$150
9556 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
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37
$150
2351 Sage RD
Houston, TX
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Post Oak Terrace
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$150
9556 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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53
$150
9763 Windwater Dr
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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10
$150
7556 Wilshire Pl Dr
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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18
$150
9961 Buffalo St
Houston, TX
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$150
2506 Old Farm RD
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$150
10306 Harwin Dr
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$150
8591 Woodway Dr
Houston, TX
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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36
$150
4556 N Braeswood Blvd
Houston, TX
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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8
$150
9707 Meyer Forest Dr
Houston, TX
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$399
1407 Marleen St
Houston, TX
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$450 - 500
Villa Americana
1.8
5901 Selinsky Rd Houston, TX
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Fitness Center
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$ Ask - 1,175
Plaza Verde Condos For Rent
206 Plaza Verde Dr Houston, TX
2 BR | Available Now
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4
$453
11810 S Glen Dr
Houston, TX
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3D Tour
$378 - 990
Magnolia Estates
4.0
101 Normandy Road Houston, TX
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$150
8817 Lakes At 610 Dr
Houston, TX
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$ Ask - 969
Oakmoor Apartments
11900 Oakmoor Pkwy Houston, TX
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Income Restricted
Section 8
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
18
$ Ask - 1,535
The Windwater At Windmill Lakes
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9757 Windwater Dr Houston, TX
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
$150 - 1,050
Minden Square A Duplex Community
5441 Pardee St Houston, TX
1 BR | Available Now
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Kashmere Gardens
2
$341
11800 S Glen Dr
Houston, TX
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$150
610 Sun Prairie Dr
Houston, TX
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$156
15505 Bammel North Houston Rd
Houston, TX
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$ Ask - 1,060
El Milagro Apartments
2724 Broadway St Houston, TX
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$150
16356 Ella Blvd
Houston, TX
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Houston, TX on Rentable.co?

There are 39 apartments under $500 in Houston currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Houston?

Rentable.co has 78 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Houston.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Houston?

Rentable.co has 4,046 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Houston.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Houston?

Rentable.co has 2,308 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Houston.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Houston, TX?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Houston based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $6,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in Houston, TX?

  1. Spring Branch
  2. Post Oak Terrace
  3. Kashmere Gardens
  4. Montrose

Apartments Under $500 in Houston, TX: November Rental Information

Welcome to the November 2026 Houston Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the November 2026 key findings and figures for the Houston rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Houston and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Houston.

Houston is a vibrant city with a diverse rental market, and this report will help you navigate the options and find the perfect apartment within your budget. Whether you're a student, young professional, or someone looking for an affordable place to call home, Rentable's monthly rent report is your comprehensive guide to the Houston rental market. Stay tuned for the latest data and market trends to make informed decisions about your next rental.
0 195 390 585 780 <$700 $740 $820 $900 $980 $1,060 $1,140 $1,220 $1,300 $1,380 $1,460 $1,540 $1,620 $1,700 $1,780 $1,860 $1,940 >$2,020
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Houston stands at $1,050, with the majority falling between $660 and $2,110. Out of the 65,496 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Houston, 31 are priced below $500, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in Houston.

Available Apartments Under $500: Houston vs. Surrounding Areas

Houston, TX
Humble, TX
Katy, TX
Spring, TX
109
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5
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The chart above provides an overview of the number of available apartments under $500 in Houston, TX and the surrounding cities as of November 2026. The surrounding cities included in the chart are Missouri City, Hilshire Village, Humble, Seabrook, Hunters Creek Village, Nassau Bay, Alvin, Shenandoah, Jersey Village, Deer Park, Southside Place, Dickinson, Katy, Oak Ridge North, Spring Valley, Stafford, Kemah, Sugar Land, Baytown, Bellaire, La Porte, Pasadena, Pearland, Tomball, League City, Friendswood, Bunker Hill Village, Webster, Manvel, West University Place, Rosenberg, Channelview, Cypress, Fresno, Huffman, Kingwood, Rosharon, Spring, Richmond, Bacliff, Hou, Crosby, Porter, Providence, Highlands, The Woodlands, Mont Belvieu, El Lago, and Atascocita. This data gives renters an understanding of the current availability of affordable apartments in the Houston metro area. The total inventory of apartments under $500 in the entire metro area is 148. Renters can use this information to identify the best options for their budget in the Houston, TX area.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Houston and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in November M/M % Change
Houston, TX 109 +1.01%
Humble, TX 6 +1.0%
Katy, TX 6 +1.03%
Spring, TX 4 +1.13%
Baytown, TX 3 +0.7%
Rosenberg, TX 2 +0.8%
Pearland, TX 2 +1.17%
Missouri City, TX 1 +0.6%
Kingwood, TX 1 +0.8%
Richmond, TX 1 +0.8%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Houston?

Available apartments under $500 6,744
Top amenities Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Refrigerator, Pool, Range / Oven
Deals 51
Pet friendly 146
Utilities included 5
1 Bedroom 167
2 Bedroom 152
3 Bedroom 77

Where are Houston Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Spring branch, Post oak terrace, Kashmere gardens, Montrose
Spring Branch 3
Post Oak Terrace 2
Kashmere Gardens 1
Montrose 1
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