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Houses for Rent in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX

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Houses for Rent in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX. 25 Rentals Available
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    12518 Laleu Ln, HOUSTON, TX 77071
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    15710 Donforth Dr, Houston, TX 77053
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    13103 Ridgewood Knoll Ln, Houston, TX 77047
    3 BEDS $1,730
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    7714 Dawnridge Dr, Houston, TX 77071
    3 BEDS $1,640
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    12426 Sungate Ln, Houston, TX 77071
    3 BEDS $1,725
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    15834 KENBRIAR DR, MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489
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    15839 Pryor Drive, Missouri City, TX 77489
    3 BEDS $1,755
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    15823 Baybriar Drive, Missouri City, TX 77489
    3 BEDS $1,655
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    1404, Missouri City, TX 77459
    3 BEDS $6,000
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    1414 Twining Oaks Ln, Missouri City, TX 77489
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    627 Easy Jet Drive, Stafford, TX 77477
    4 BEDS $1,900
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    8435 Quail Hills Dr, Missouri City, TX 77489
    3 BEDS $1,350
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    2048 Hickory Glen Drive, Missouri City, TX 77489
    3 BEDS $1,795
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    2530 Remembrance Cr, Missouri City, TX 77489
    4 BEDS $2,175
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    2719 Skyview Cove Ct, Houston, TX 77047
    3 BEDS $2,025
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    11750 Katy Freeway, Suite 1400, Houston, TX 77079
    3 BEDS $1,785
    4 BEDS $1,450
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    2043A W. Main St., Houston, TX 77098
    4 BEDS $4,500
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    17223 Foxfield Drive, Missouri City, TX 77489
    3 BEDS $1,750
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    9824 Rugged Oaks Drive, Houston, TX 77080
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    12314 Meadow Rdg, Stafford, TX 77477
    4 BEDS $2,215
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    12418 Meadow Briar Dr, Meadows, TX 77477
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    2702 Darby Brook Dr, Fresno, TX 77545
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    14111 Bishop Bend Ln, Houston, TX 77047
    3 BEDS $1,900
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    3206 Dartmouth Field Ln, Fresno, TX 77545
    3 BEDS $1,620
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    3711 Dry Creek Drive, Missouri City, TX 77459
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Southwest Houston, Houston, TX rent trends

Rental prices in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX have decreased by 1.3% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,195 to $1,179.

Average rent in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX

$1,179/mo Southwest Houston, Houston, TX average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX is around $1,179.

    What's the typical rent budget in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX?

    A share of 41% of apartments in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 2% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 45% of Southwest Houston's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 11% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Houston are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 1% of apartment rentals in Houston are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX (45%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Southwest Houston, TX

    51 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    40 /100
    Some Transit
    37 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 51, Transit Score®: 40, Bike Score®: 37

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,640 and $1,730.

    How many houses are available in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX on RentCafe?

    There are 7 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX were last updated on 26 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX?

    The average Southwest Houston, Houston, TX rental house size is 1,797 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX?

    Renting a house in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX?

    Houses for rent in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX are usually located in non-central areas.

    Southwest Houston, Houston, TX demographics

    • 500,791Total Population
    • 254,521 Female
      246,270 Male
    • 34Median Age

    In total, Southwest Houston, Houston, TX has 500,791 residents, 254,521 women and 246,270 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Southwest Houston’s population is 34.

    Southwest Houston, Houston, TX households

    • 117,253 Family
      84,625 Non-family
    • 61,525 Children
      140,353 No Children
    • 201,878Total Number of Households
    • 2.2Average People Per Household
    • $60,126Median Household Income

    There is a total of 201,878 households in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX. Of these, 61,525 have children and 140,353 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 117,253 family households and 84,625 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Southwest Houston is 2.2 people, on average. The median household annual income in Southwest Houston equals $60,126, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,292.

    Southwest Houston, Houston, TX education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 17% of the population in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX have no high school education, 30% went to high-school, and 17% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 19% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 12% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX

    Regardless of the type of house you are going to rent, location is important. We have 25 properties listed in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX to choose from, with prices ranging from $1,350 to $6,000. That can be quite a lot to choose from. If you’re on a tight budget and are looking for cheap houses for rent, make your life easier and set up a maximum price filter in the top menu. You may be renting on a budget and 1 bedroom duplexes will do just fine or you may be able to spend a bit more and are looking at 4 bedroom single family homes for rent. Either way, choose wisely. Don’t fall for the impeccable lawn or a pool. Although these things are nice to have they aren’t worth a penny if you’re not able to enjoy them because of loud neighbors or a lack of time. Speaking of lack of time…

    Renting a house with children

    There are 25 properties in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX listed for rent right now with prices ranging from $1,350 to $6,000. But if you have children there’s so much more to consider. A resource we all seem to lack: time. Avoiding a nightmare commute may be more important than deciding between a 2 bedroom or a 3 bedroom house. Although you could spend several hours in the car with your children and count it as family time, it’d be much nicer to spend this time around the dinner table. When you’re browsing through our rental homes, keep in mind the dreaded morning kindergarten-school-office Bermuda Triangle that is swallowing precious time out of your life. Draw a radius or a polygon around the school or the kindergarten you’ve chosen in Southwest Houston, Houston, TX and explore all the homes for rent located close by. Finding a house close to your kids’ school will drastically cut down your commute time. It will also help you see other things in your life more clearly, generally speaking. After all, choosing from 25 houses can be complicated and you’ve managed just fine.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!