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1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 536 Sq Ft
Starting at $850/mo
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$850 – $1,640/mo
As of October 14, 2026, The Brighton in Houston, TX has 26 apartments for rent from $850 to $1,640/mo. One-bedrooms start at $850 and two-bedrooms at $1,280. The average asking rent has risen 4.8% since June 2, 2026, from $1,063 to $1,114.
The Brighton has 26 units available across 7 floor plans: 4 one-bedroom layouts (536–815 sq ft) and 3 two-bedroom layouts (862–1,079 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 536 Sq Ft
Starting at $850/mo
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 630 Sq Ft
Starting at $895/mo
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 674 Sq Ft
Starting at $895/mo
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 815 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,285/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 212 | $1,285 | 815 | Sep 4 |
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 966 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,280/mo
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 862 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,360/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 611 | $1,360 | 862 | Nov 3 |
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,079 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,640/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | $1,640 | 1,079 | Sep 15 |
See all 67 units listed at The Brighton, including ones no longer available.
At The Brighton, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,112 a month all-in: $850 rent and an estimated $262 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,606.
All-in from$1,112/mo
Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Brighton takes about $30,600 a year for a one-bedroom and $46,080 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,112 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $44,800 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$1,112/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$44,800/yr
Income to qualify
$30,600/yr
$ —/mo
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Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Brighton has ranged from $1,047 to $1,143. The current average is $1,114, up $51 (4.8%) from $1,063 at the start.
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$850 – $1,640/moEarliest move-in
Apr 27The Brighton lists 9 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center and resort-style pool.
24-Hour Fitness Center
Community Grilling Stations
Resort-Style Pool
2nd Floor
6 Inch Baseboards
Brushed Nickel Fixtures
Brushed Nickel Hardware
Carpet In Bedrooms
White Cabinets
16222 Clay Rd, Houston, TX, 77084
The Brighton has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.3) and management (3.8) highest and amenities and shared spaces (2.7) lowest.
Brighton Apartments receives mixed reviews reflecting a property with strong office and leasing staff service but significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, aging infrastructure, and security. Positive experiences highlight friendly, professional management and quick maintenance response times, while negative reviews frequently cite AC failures, water leaks, parking issues, vehicle break-ins, and inconsistent problem resolution. The property offers a quiet, centrally-located community, though residents report the rent is high relative to the condition and reliability of systems.
Management and leasing staff receive consistent praise for professionalism, friendliness, and responsiveness to inquiries, with many residents highlighting smooth application and move-in processes. However, a significant minority report communication breakdowns, unresponsiveness to maintenance requests, billing disputes, and inconsistent policy application. Security concerns, including gate maintenance issues and lack of camera systems, are cited in multiple negative reviews alongside complaints about maintenance delays and quality.
Maintenance response times are inconsistent, with some residents reporting prompt service while others experienced significant delays in repairs and appliance replacements lasting weeks to months. Common issues include delayed responses to work orders, extended water shutoffs for repairs, and incomplete follow-through on repair requests. Positive feedback highlights responsive maintenance staff, though concerns about communication gaps between management and maintenance persist.
The property benefits from convenient nearby shopping access and a quiet residential environment. Parking availability is inconsistent—some residents report reliable parking while others experience significant challenges with limited spaces. Common concerns include dumpster management and pet-related maintenance issues in common areas.
Residents report mixed experiences with building quality and maintenance responsiveness. While some praise quiet, clean conditions and responsive maintenance, others describe significant issues including water leaks, non-functional appliances left unrepaired for extended periods, and inconsistent pest control. Maintenance response times and follow-through appear inconsistent across different time periods and staff.
Amenities and shared spaces show mixed maintenance and upkeep. Pool chemical balance and laundry facilities require more consistent attention, while parking enforcement and gate access have declined. Maintenance staff respond promptly to work orders, and management communicates proactively about utility shutdowns.
The Brighton is somewhat walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.
Air quality near The Brighton was good on 145 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 45°F in January, the coldest.
145 good-air days
of the past 365: Good, AQI 50
96° / 45°
average August high / January low: 89° high, 77° low
High
Oct 14–18 forecastTree: high, grass: moderate, weed: moderate
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F | 45°F | 49 (good) | 17 of 31 |
| February | 75°F | 53°F | 54 (moderate) | 10 of 28 |
| March | 80°F | 60°F | 48 (good) | 20 of 31 |
| April | 81°F | 66°F | 48 (good) | 22 of 30 |
| May | 84°F | 67°F | 58 (moderate) | 5 of 31 |
| June | 89°F | 76°F | 57 (moderate) | 5 of 30 |
| July | 93°F | 76°F | 60 (moderate) | 7 of 31 |
| August | 96°F | 77°F | 61 (moderate) | 6 of 31 |
| September | 92°F | 75°F | 63 (moderate) | 1 of 30 |
| October | 86°F | 68°F | 50 (good) | 17 of 31 |
| November | 78°F | 58°F | 46 (good) | 20 of 30 |
| December | 68°F | 50°F | 47 (good) | 15 of 31 |
Enjoy urban Northwest Houston apartment living at its finest while living at The Brighton. We have amenities like a pool, gym and playground and apartment options of one and two bedrooms.
The closest school to The Brighton is Kathy's Kiddie Corner, a private preschool 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is Bear Creek Elementary School, 0.9 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Kathy's Kiddie Corner Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Children's World Learning Center 64 Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.8 mi |
Bearcreek United Methodist Ch Ps Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.9 mi |
Bear Creek United Methodist Church School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
Bear Creek Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.9 mi |
Rising Star Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.1 mi |
Carrage House Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.2 mi |
Creative Years Early Learning Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.3 mi |
Kid's Club Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.4 mi |
Texas Christian School Private · High | Private | High | 1.7 mi |
The Brighton is managed by Knightvest Capital. The leasing office's phone number is 346-466-3495.
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