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Houston House Apartments

$884 – $2,292/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 428–1,455 sq ft
  • 34 units available
  • Pet friendly
1617 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77002

As of October 14, 2026, Houston House Apartments in Houston, TX has 34 apartments for rent from $884 to $2,292/mo. Studios start at $884, one-bedrooms at $978, and two-bedrooms at $1,383. The average asking rent has risen 10.9% since March 25, 2026, from $1,142 to $1,266.


Floor plans

Houston House Apartments has 34 units available across 13 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (428–492 sq ft), 6 one-bedroom layouts (580–844 sq ft), and 4 two-bedroom layouts (777–1,455 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

The Bell AFF

Studio • 1 Bath • 428 Sq Ft

Starting at $884/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1607$884428Sep 21
1713$889428Sep 28

The Leeland AFF

Studio • 1 Bath • 492 Sq Ft

Starting at $926/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1508$926492Oct 3
1208$999492Oct 31
1708$1,034492Oct 31
1908$965492Dec 6

The Leeland

Studio • 1 Bath • 492 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,130/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2408$1,130492Oct 31

The Austin AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 580 Sq Ft

Starting at $978/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1910$978580Sep 16

The Clay AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 601 – 610 Sq Ft

Starting at $992/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1506$1,014601Sep 26
1204$992610Oct 16
2406$1,093601Nov 8

The Clay

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 601 – 610 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,064/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2918$1,118610Oct 29
1806$1,115601Nov 7
2904$1,143610Nov 14
1304$1,064610Nov 22

The Austin

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 580 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,083/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2510$1,083580Sep 9
2910$1,103580Oct 15
3010$1,105580Oct 25

The Travis

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 637 – 652 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,096/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1105$1,096652Aug 18
1315$1,127637Nov 13
1605$1,174652Nov 16
2415$1,170637Nov 20
2315$1,167637Nov 26
3015$1,182637Nov 27
1515$1,114637Nov 29

The Fannin

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 844 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,599/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2201$1,599844Aug 18
1702$1,655844Oct 2
1719$1,635844Oct 31

The Milam AFF

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 777 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,383/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1509$1,383777Sep 14
2309$1,436777Sep 17

The Dallas

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 825 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,451/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3011$1,451825Oct 8

The Milam

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 777 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,524/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3009$1,524777Jul 14
2709$1,620777Dec 11

The Capital

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,455 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,292/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3018-20$2,2921,455Aug 19

See all 152 units listed at Houston House Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Houston House Apartments, a studio starts at about $1,274 a month all-in: $884 rent, $231 in listed fees, and an estimated $159 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,375 and a two-bedroom at about $1,814.

All-in from$1,274/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Houston House Apartments takes about $31,824 a year for a studio, $35,208 for a one-bedroom, and $49,788 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,274 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $51,700 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,274/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$51,700/yr

Income to qualify

$31,824/yr

Your estimated budget

Suggested rent budget, Studio

$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Houston House Apartments has ranged from $1,047 to $1,476. The current average is $1,266, up $124 (10.9%) from $1,142 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (166 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Houston House Apartments shows $230.95 a month in fees (parking $100, internet services $65, pet rent $20, and 5 more) and $495 due at signing (pet fee $400, application fee $75, pet management third party $20).

  • Rent

    $884 – $2,292/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 14

Monthly fees

Internet Services

$65/mo

Parking

$100/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$20/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$6.95/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$18/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$13/mo

Utility - Gas Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$400

Pet Management - Third Party

$20/yr

Amenities

Houston House Apartments is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking. It lists 17 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center, swimming pool, and patio/balcony.

  • 24-Hour Concierge Servicesbotique Lobby With 24-Hour Concierge Services

  • 24-Hour Fitness Center

  • 9th Floor Heated Swimming Pool With Sun Terrace & Lounges

  • Air Conditioning

  • Business Center & Conference Room

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Garage Parking

  • Garage Parking Available

  • Gated Access

  • Grilling Stations & A Fire Pit With Panoramic Skyline Views Of Houston

  • Movie Room Theater Seating

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pet Friendly Community

  • Swimming Pool

  • Swimming Pool Overlooking Downtown


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    4 photos
  • Gym
    2 photos
  • Lobby
    2 photos

Location

1617 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77002


Resident reviews

Residents of Houston House Apartments rate maintenance (3.8) and management (3.2) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

2.5 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.2
Building Quality2.2
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.7
Location3.1
Maintenance3.8
Overall100 reviews

Houston House offers affordable downtown living with spacious units and impressive views, supported by responsive maintenance staff and dedicated leasing agents. However, the property faces persistent challenges including a widespread roach infestation, inconsistent front-desk communication and appointment handling, aging building infrastructure, and security concerns in the parking garage. While some residents report positive experiences with staff and recent amenity upgrades, negative reviews consistently cite pest control failures, unresponsive leasing office operations, and maintenance issues that significantly impact quality of life.

Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with significant communication gaps reported by prospective and current residents. While some staff members receive praise for helpfulness and prompt maintenance responses, frequent complaints center on unanswered phones, delayed emails, missed appointments, and long processing times. Office availability and staffing levels appear to be ongoing challenges affecting both leasing and resident support.

Building Quality at this property is significantly compromised by persistent pest infestation, elevator and access door failures, and poor cleanliness in common areas. Residents report widespread roach problems throughout units and shared spaces despite regular pest control treatments, frequent elevator outages requiring stair use, and deteriorated conditions in parking garages, hallways, and laundry facilities. While maintenance staff respond promptly to requests and some amenities like views and gym facilities are noted positively, the aging infrastructure and systemic maintenance issues create an overall poor living environment.

Residents report significant concerns about building maintenance, cleanliness, and security across shared spaces. Common issues include pest infestation, elevator and parking garage deterioration, laundry equipment malfunction, and inadequate security measures. However, some residents praise recent renovations, gym and pool upgrades, and responsive maintenance staff. The property offers competitive pricing and desirable downtown location with amenities like pools, gyms, and game rooms, but upkeep and operational consistency remain problematic.

The property offers a prime downtown Houston location with convenient access to businesses and amenities, and units feature attractive floor plans and views at competitive pricing. However, the building's aging infrastructure presents challenges including outdated parking garage and elevator conditions, limited in-unit amenities (no washer/dryer or microwave), and maintenance responsiveness gaps. Location convenience is a consistent strength, but residents should weigh this against building condition and service consistency concerns.

Maintenance staff are consistently praised for prompt response times and reliable follow-through on work orders, with residents noting quick turnaround and clear communication. However, some residents report incomplete repairs and unresolved maintenance issues, particularly with HVAC systems and appliances. The property has experienced recurring challenges with pest control and building systems that require ongoing attention.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Houston House Apartments is very walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B
Transit
Excellent
Grade B+
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Houston House Apartments was good on 105 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 66, moderate). Daily highs averaged 96°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 46°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

105 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 50

Temperature

96° / 46°

average August high / January low

: 88° high, 77° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: low, grass: moderate, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January64°F46°F53 (moderate)14 of 31
February73°F54°F57 (moderate)6 of 28
March79°F61°F50 (good)16 of 31
April80°F67°F49 (good)16 of 30
May83°F68°F64 (moderate)4 of 31
June88°F76°F58 (moderate)3 of 30
July93°F77°F65 (moderate)0 of 31
August96°F78°F66 (moderate)1 of 31
September92°F76°F66 (moderate)1 of 30
October86°F68°F54 (moderate)12 of 31
November77°F58°F48 (good)19 of 30
December68°F51°F49 (good)13 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Houston House Apartments is a 396-unit building in Houston, TX.

Modern is a style, a statement and a way of living. It refers to an era Past, but also to an era in the making. Houston House is a progressive Houston skyline fixture that has reached its latest and most significant evolution. Each amenity at Houston House is designed to awe and to redefine the meaning of rental living - like our full-size basketball court and 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center. If our amenities don't elevate this landmark dwelling to a new level of modernity, then our ageless 360 degree view will. Stop by today and experience our fully re-imagined mid-century lobby and revel in its historic designer roots - instantly understand why you can't help but desire to call Houston House your new home.

  • Building

    Apartment · High-Rise
  • Total units

    396

Nearby schools

The closest school to Houston House Apartments is Creme De La Creme, a private elementary school 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Kinder High School For The Performing And Visual Arts, 0.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Creme De La Creme

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Crayon Club

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Bright Horizons Dcc-1505

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Downtown Ymca A/S Pgrm-Boone

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Ymca Aft/Sch Pgrm-Lakewood

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Imagination Campus Child Care Center-Dwntwn

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Bright Horizons Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Precious Jewels Alpha Learning Center, LLC

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.5 mi

Jp Morgan Chase Back-Up Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Kinder High School For The Performing And Visual Arts

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Contact & management

Houston House Apartments is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 713-308-2000.


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