What can I afford?
See the rent you likely qualify for based on your income. Your locator will confirm each community's exact criteria.
Combining income with a roommate or partner? Add both, since most properties total every applicant on the lease.
Estimated max rent
$1,500
per month, using the 3x income rule
- Monthly income
- $4,500
- Comfortable range (25% of income)
- $1,125
- Income needed for $1,500 rent
- $4,500
Comparing move-in specials? Use the net effective rent calculator.
How the 3x income rule works
Most Houston apartments ask that your gross monthly income is at least three times the monthly rent. Earning $4,500 a month before taxes usually qualifies you for rent up to $1,500.
- Roommates and partners on the same lease can usually combine incomes.
- Many renters feel comfortable keeping rent near 25% of gross income.
- Credit, rental history and deposits also matter, and requirements vary by community.
Estimates only. Income requirements, credit thresholds, fees and specials vary by community and change often.
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