Apartments for rent in Houston: What will $1,300 get you?

8877 Lakes at 610 Drive. | Photo: Zumper (Photo: Zumper)

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We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Houston if you've got up to $1,300/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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8877 Lakes at 610 Drive (South Main)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 8877 Lakes at 610 Drive, here's a 638-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,184/month.

You can expect to find a balcony and a dishwasher in the short-stay unit. When it comes to building amenities, expect garage parking and a swimming pool. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1822 Barker Cypress Road (Addicks Park Ten)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,204/month, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 1822 Barker Cypress Road.

The apartment comes with a balcony and a walk-in closet. The building has outdoor space, on-site laundry and additional storage space. This property is cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

2828 Dunvale Road (Mid West)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a 676-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2828 Dunvale Road that's going for $1,205/month.

In the unit, expect to find a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Amenities offered in the building include garage parking. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1 Hermann Park Court (Macgregor)

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Next, check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom loft that's located at 1 Hermann Park Court. It's also listed for $1,205/month.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate a swimming pool, secured entry and a gym. The loft also has a walk-in closet. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

4855 Magnolia Cove Drive (Kingwood Area)

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Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 4855 Magnolia Cove Drive. It's listed for $1,210/month for its 787 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate garage parking and secured entry. The listing also promises a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $400 pet fee.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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