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Reserve by the Lake

$931 – $1,621/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 769–1,341 sq ft
  • 33 units available
  • Pet friendly
18600 S Parkview Dr, Houston, TX, 77084

As of October 14, 2026, Reserve by the Lake in Houston, TX has 33 apartments for rent from $931 to $1,621/mo. One-bedrooms start at $931, two-bedrooms at $1,173, and three-bedrooms at $1,546. The average asking rent has held near $1,306 since April 16, 2026.


Floor plans

Reserve by the Lake has 33 units available across 5 floor plans: 2 one-bedroom layouts (769–873 sq ft), 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,002–1,196 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,341 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Creekbend

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 769 Sq Ft

Starting at $931/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0331$931769Oct 12
0832$1,013769Oct 29
2225$1,069769Dec 25

Habersham

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 873 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,094/mo

9 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0132$1,101873Oct 12
0134$1,101873Oct 12
1137$1,101873Oct 12
1732$1,204873Oct 12
1838$1,178873Oct 20
0537$1,152873Oct 30
1332$1,101873Nov 1
1437$1,144873Nov 13
1734$1,094873Nov 27

Riverton

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,002 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,173/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1022$1,1731,002Oct 12
1213$1,3381,002Oct 12
2012$1,3631,002Oct 12
1913$1,2881,002Jan 10

Stonefield

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,196 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,292/mo

14 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1317$1,4271,196Oct 12
1434$1,4371,196Oct 12
1418$1,4771,196Oct 12
1127$1,3971,196Oct 15
1433$1,4151,196Oct 17
0533$1,3871,196Oct 31
0528$1,3971,196Nov 7
1828$1,4721,196Nov 8
1135$1,4371,196Nov 15
1122$1,2921,196Nov 21
1414$1,4771,196Nov 30
1123$1,3971,196Dec 1
1136$1,4371,196Dec 5
1827$1,4721,196Dec 26

Chastain

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,341 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,546/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1524$1,5461,341Oct 12
0923$1,5761,341Oct 12
1721$1,6211,341Oct 12

See all 151 units listed at Reserve by the Lake, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Reserve by the Lake, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,193 a month all-in: $931 rent and an estimated $262 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,499 and a three-bedroom at about $1,956.

All-in from$1,193/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 Reserve by the Lake takes about $33,516 a year for a one-bedroom, $42,228 for a two-bedroom, and $55,656 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,193 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $48,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,193/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$48,200/yr

Income to qualify

$33,516/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Reserve by the Lake has ranged from $1,218 to $1,337. The current average is $1,306, up $12 (0.9%) from $1,294 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (138 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Reserve by the Lake, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $931 – $1,621/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 10

Amenities

Reserve by the Lake is pet friendly. It lists 14 amenities, including fitness center, sparkling pool & spa, and package receiving.

  • Business Center

  • Clubhouse

  • Controlled Access/Gated

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Weights

  • Media Room

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • On-Site Management

  • Package Receiving

  • Pet Park & Paw Spa

  • Recreation Room

  • Sparkling Pool & Spa

  • Volleyball Court

  • Voted Top Resident Satisfaction In 2020!


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Gym

Location

18600 S Parkview Dr, Houston, TX, 77084


Resident reviews

Reserve by the Lake has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.1) and maintenance (3.9) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.5
Maintenance3.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.4
Building Quality2.2
Location4.1
Overall100 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are sharply divided. While maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness and professionalism, significant operational challenges persist: communication from the leasing office is frequently unavailable by phone or email, maintenance requests experience long delays despite individual technician quality, and recurring issues including roach infestations, gate malfunctions, security concerns, and pest management remain unresolved. Fees have increased substantially and lack transparency, while common area upkeep and trash services are inconsistently maintained.

Management responsiveness is inconsistent and a primary concern for residents. While new residents and those with direct in-person contact report positive experiences with leasing and maintenance staff, long-term residents frequently report unresponsive communication channels (phone, email), delayed maintenance requests (weeks to months), and a perceived shift in service quality after staff changes. Office accessibility is a recurring issue, with residents unable to reach staff by phone or email and forced to visit in person for basic inquiries.

Maintenance service quality is inconsistent, with significant delays and communication gaps reported by many residents, though individual technicians receive consistent praise for professionalism and efficiency. Response times for work orders vary widely—some residents report same-day service while others describe waits of weeks or months. Common unresolved issues include HVAC repairs, plumbing, and appliance replacements, with follow-up communication frequently cited as lacking.

The property offers desirable amenities including a gym, pool, dog park, and dog grooming station, with spacious units and modern finishes that residents appreciate. However, maintenance response times are inconsistent and often slow, with some requests taking months to resolve. Common area upkeep issues include trash service problems, dirty dumpster areas, gate malfunctions, and pest control concerns that recur across multiple reviews. Staff responsiveness varies, with some maintenance and office personnel receiving praise while communication channels and follow-through remain problematic.

Residents report persistent building maintenance challenges, particularly pest control issues and slow response times for repairs. Common concerns include roach infestations, gate malfunctions, trash service problems, and delayed maintenance requests. While some residents praise individual staff members and the property's location, the majority describe a decline in upkeep and cleanliness across common areas and units.

The property benefits from a convenient location that residents appreciate, with modern, spacious apartments and responsive staff during the leasing process. Parking options including carports and garages are available at a modest fee. However, maintenance responsiveness has declined significantly post-move-in, with some requests remaining unresolved for extended periods, and property upkeep issues including trash service reliability and grounds maintenance have been noted as concerns.

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

Reserve by the Lake is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Reserve by the Lake was good on 152 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in September (average AQI 63, moderate). Daily highs averaged 96°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 46°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

152 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 41

Temperature

96° / 46°

average August high / January low

: 90° high, 76° low

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: high, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January64°F46°F51 (moderate)14 of 31
February75°F54°F54 (moderate)11 of 28
March80°F60°F48 (good)23 of 31
April81°F66°F47 (good)23 of 30
May84°F67°F61 (moderate)6 of 31
June88°F76°F55 (moderate)8 of 30
July92°F76°F59 (moderate)8 of 31
August96°F77°F58 (moderate)8 of 31
September92°F75°F63 (moderate)5 of 30
October86°F68°F53 (moderate)13 of 31
November78°F58°F46 (good)17 of 30
December68°F50°F49 (good)16 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Reserve by the Lake raises the bar on quality living with remarkable amenities and renovated apartments in West Houston. Apply for the home you like best!


Nearby schools

The closest school to Reserve by the Lake is Katy ISD-East Trans, a private preschool 1 mile away. The closest public school is Lieder Elementary School, 4.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Katy ISD-East Trans

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Yolanda Calcagno Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Calcagno's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Fry Road Kindercare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Kid Fit

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.4 mi

Rising Star Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.2 mi

Creative Years Early Learning

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool4.3 mi

Lieder Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary4.3 mi

Carrage House

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool4.4 mi

Margaret Foley Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool4.4 mi

Contact & management

Reserve by the Lake is managed by Waterton.


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