1x1
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 750 – 975 Sq Ft
Starting at $860/mo
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The Catania
$860 – $1,256/mo
- 1–2 bedrooms
- 1–2 baths
- 750–975 sq ft
- 14 units available
As of October 14, 2026, The Catania in Houston, TX has 14 apartments for rent from $860 to $1,256/mo. One-bedrooms start at $860 and two-bedrooms at $1,006. The average asking rent has fallen 1.6% since May 8, 2026, from $1,198 to $1,178.
Floor plans
The Catania has 14 units available across 3 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (750–975 sq ft) and 2 two-bedroom layouts (950–975 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.
2x1
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 950 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,006/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2x1 (1 available) | $1,006 | 950 | Oct 12 |
2x2
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 975 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,199/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2x2 (1 available) | $1,199 | 975 | Oct 12 |
See all 39 units listed at The Catania, including ones no longer available.
Cost to rent here
At The Catania, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,122 a month all-in: $860 rent and an estimated $262 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,332.
All-in from$1,122/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 The Catania takes about $30,960 a year for a one-bedroom and $36,216 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,122 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $45,200 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$1,122/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$45,200/yr
Income to qualify
$30,960/yr
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Rent history
Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Catania has ranged from $1,083 to $1,237. The current average is $1,178, down $20 (1.6%) from $1,198 at the start.
Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (126 days observed).
Fees & lease terms
At The Catania, leases run 12 months.
Rent
$860 – $1,256/moLease term
12 monthsEarliest move-in
Oct 12
Location
5105 Airline Dr, Houston, TX, 77022
Resident reviews
Residents of The Catania rate maintenance (5.0) and management (4.3) highest and location (3.3) lowest.
3.4
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.3
Building Quality3.6
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.1
Maintenance5.0
Location3.3
Overall68 reviews
The Catania is a well-maintained senior community with spacious, quiet apartments in a convenient location near shopping and transit. Office and maintenance staff receive consistent praise for professionalism and responsiveness, though recurring concerns include gate security failures, limited amenity access outside office hours, maintenance delays on aging infrastructure, and deposit handling disputes. Rent increases are a frequent complaint among long-term residents.
Management responsiveness and professionalism vary significantly across the property. Most recent reviews highlight professional, caring staff who respond quickly to maintenance requests and provide helpful leasing assistance, though some residents report communication gaps around policy changes and billing procedures. Negative experiences center on inconsistent staff conduct, unresponsive maintenance issues, and concerns about deposit handling and fee practices.
The property shows mixed building quality conditions. Positive feedback highlights quiet apartments and prompt maintenance response, while concerns center on elevator reliability and functionality issues, pest management challenges including recurring infestations, and trash management when compactor systems are down. Residents report inconsistent upkeep in common areas and delayed repairs for critical building systems.
Residents appreciate the property's location, courtyard maintenance, and organized activities, with staff generally noted as helpful. However, amenities access is a significant concern—the pool, exercise room, laundry, and vending machines are restricted to office hours, limiting availability for residents. Additional maintenance issues include elevator reliability and trash management inconsistencies that affect shared spaces.
Residents report consistently prompt maintenance response times, with work orders typically addressed within 24 hours. The maintenance team is noted for both responsiveness and technical expertise in handling repairs. Property upkeep is described as well-maintained and clean overall.
The property offers convenient access to shopping and public transportation with nearby bus stops and walkable retail options. Amenities including the pool, exercise room, and laundry facilities are restricted to office hours, which some residents found limiting. The location provides a quiet, peaceful residential environment with covered parking available.
Getting around
The Catania is somewhat walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.
- Walking
- Somewhat walkable
- Grade D+
- Transit
- Minimal
- Grade F
- Biking
- Not bikeable
- Grade F
Climate and air quality
Air quality near The Catania was good on 142 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 65, moderate). Daily highs averaged 96°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 45°F in January, the coldest.
Air quality
142 good-air days
of the past 365: Moderate, AQI 51
Temperature
96° / 45°
average August high / January low: 89° high, 77° low
Pollen
High
Oct 14–18 forecastTree: low, grass: moderate, weed: high
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F | 45°F | 50 (good) | 15 of 31 |
| February | 74°F | 53°F | 54 (moderate) | 8 of 28 |
| March | 79°F | 60°F | 49 (good) | 19 of 31 |
| April | 80°F | 66°F | 46 (good) | 22 of 30 |
| May | 83°F | 67°F | 57 (moderate) | 9 of 31 |
| June | 88°F | 76°F | 56 (moderate) | 7 of 30 |
| July | 93°F | 76°F | 64 (moderate) | 0 of 31 |
| August | 96°F | 77°F | 65 (moderate) | 1 of 31 |
| September | 91°F | 75°F | 60 (moderate) | 3 of 30 |
| October | 86°F | 68°F | 48 (good) | 18 of 31 |
| November | 76°F | 57°F | 47 (good) | 19 of 30 |
| December | 68°F | 50°F | 46 (good) | 21 of 31 |
About this property
Introducing The Catania - your best choice for quality and comfortable apartment living in Houston, TX. Designed for an independent lifestyle and active adults, our one and two-bedroom apartments are ready to satisfy each and every one of your needs. Discover the The Catania lifestyle. Our generous homes are easily accessible and come equipped with everything you need, and more. Tiled entryways, full-size washer/dryer connections, energy efficient appliances, and air conditioner are just some of the perks our residents get to enjoy. When you want to relax a sparkling swimming pool, state-of-the-art community center, and clubhouse are at your disposal, while our on-site resident activity coordinator makes sure you stay active and involved with the community. The unbeatable location on Airline Drive of our pet-friendly apartments is probably one of our greatest amenities. Just off I-45 and only a stone’s throw away from popular places like Clark Park, Fiesta Mart, Gallery Furniture, and Northline Commons, our homes are close to everything and anything. Plenty of golf courses are also easy to reach, as is Houston Community College and Moody Neighborhood Library. Contact us and schedule your very own private tour of our pristine grounds. Our friendly and professional staff can’t wait to show you all the reasons why The Catania is your best choice when it comes to comfortable apartments for rent in Houston, Texas. A few important things to know: Income Limits: apartments at The Catania are subject to income guidelines. The apartment must be solely occupied by persons 55 years of age or older - age verification documents are required. Student Households: There are a few exceptions, but in general, households composed entirely of full-time students are not eligible to live in the apartments at The Catania.
Nearby schools
The closest school to The Catania is Bright Stars Academy, a private preschool 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is North Houston Early College High School, 0.6 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Bright Stars Academy Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Pinnacle Middle & Ninth Grade Center Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.5 mi |
North Houston Early College High School Public · High | Public | High | 0.6 mi |
Kennedy Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Burbank Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Health And Human Service Academy Private · High | Private | High | 0.8 mi |
Burbank Middle School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 0.8 mi |
P & M Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
Greater First Baptist Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
KIPP Generations Collegiate Charter · High | Charter | High | 0.9 mi |
Contact & management
The Catania is managed by Avenue5 Residential. The leasing office's phone number is (713) 697-8862.
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