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The Highbank

$1,249 – $1,931/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 634–1,285 sq ft
  • 32 units available
  • Pet friendly
8877 Frankway Dr, Houston, TX, 77096

As of October 13, 2026, The Highbank in Houston, TX has 32 apartments for rent from $1,249 to $1,931/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,249 and two-bedrooms at $1,571. The average asking rent has fallen 2.2% since June 13, 2026, from $1,638 to $1,601.


Floor plans

The Highbank has 32 units available across 16 floor plans: 8 one-bedroom layouts (634–987 sq ft) and 8 two-bedroom layouts (921–1,285 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Rose Two

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 682 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,249/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3347$1,259682Oct 15
1106$1,249682Nov 20

Rose One

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 634 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,289/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1119$1,289634Oct 11

Cline

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 836 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,394/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2252$1,394836Oct 11
5552$1,469836Oct 11

Wilkins One

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 681 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,399/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2220$1,399681Oct 11
2222$1,399681Oct 11
3324$1,399681Oct 11
4422$1,419681Oct 11

Taylor

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 670 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,424/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4402$1,424670Oct 13

Hunt One

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 808 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,439/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4454$1,484808Oct 11
5503$1,514808Oct 11
2254$1,439808Oct 30
1118$1,514808Nov 28

Hannah One

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 779 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,469/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5543$1,469779Oct 11

Hudson

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 987 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,559/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1127$1,559987Oct 11

Martin Two

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 921 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,571/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1156$1,571921Nov 12

Martin One

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 921 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,621/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5556$1,621921Oct 11

Perkins Five

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,126 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,666/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2253$1,6661,126Oct 11
4449$1,6861,126Oct 11
4458$1,6861,126Oct 11
3358$1,6661,126Oct 30

Perkins Four

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,064 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,676/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4421$1,6961,064Oct 12
2221$1,6761,064Nov 7

Bowen One

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,185 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,831/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4435$1,8311,185Oct 11

Baker Two

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,240 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,876/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2212$1,8761,240Oct 11
3310$1,8761,240Oct 11
4409$1,8961,240Oct 16
5507$1,9261,240Nov 9

Baker One

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,240 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,926/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2244$1,9261,240Oct 11
3344$1,9261,240Oct 11

Coburn

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,285 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,931/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4415$1,9311,285Oct 19

See all 103 units listed at The Highbank, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Highbank, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,511 a month all-in: $1,249 rent and an estimated $262 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,897.

All-in from$1,511/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 Highbank takes about $44,964 a year for a one-bedroom and $56,556 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,511 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $61,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,511/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$61,800/yr

Income to qualify

$44,964/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Highbank has ranged from $1,311 to $1,920. The current average is $1,601, down $37 (2.2%) from $1,638 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (95 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Highbank, the security deposit is $300. The listing shows $300 due at signing (security deposit).

  • Rent

    $1,249 – $1,931/mo
  • Security deposit

    $300
  • Move-in special

    Waive Admin fee plus 4 weeks Free; Waive Admin fee plus 4 weeks Free
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 11

Due at signing

Security Deposit

$300

Amenities

The Highbank is pet friendly. It lists 3 amenities, including swimming pool.

  • Pet-Friendly

  • Swimming Pool

  • 1st Floor


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    3 photos
  • Gym
  • Lobby

Location

8877 Frankway Dr, Houston, TX, 77096


Resident reviews

The Highbank has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.5) and location (4.3) highest and building quality (2.7) lowest.

4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Maintenance4.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.4
Building Quality2.7
Location4.3
Overall133 reviews

The Highbank Apartments delivers a predominantly positive resident experience, with 87% of reviews rating the property favorably. Residents consistently praise the leasing and management staff for professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care, along with fast maintenance service and well-maintained common areas. However, a minority of reviews cite concerns about elevator reliability, hallway odors, communication gaps, and inconsistent office availability that detract from the overall experience.

Management responsiveness and communication quality are highly polarized at this property. The majority of recent reviews (27 of 35) report professional, responsive staff who handle requests promptly and communicate clearly, with particular praise for leasing and maintenance responsiveness. However, a significant minority (8 reviews) report inconsistent office availability, delayed responses to calls and emails, billing errors, and unclear communication—issues some residents attribute to recent staff changes. Recurring operational concerns include elevator maintenance delays and documentation handling inconsistencies.

Maintenance requests are consistently handled with quick response times and professional completion, with most residents reporting satisfaction with repair work and appliance service. The maintenance team is frequently praised for efficiency and follow-through on work orders. However, a small number of reviews note ongoing issues with elevator functionality and building-wide maintenance concerns such as hallway odors and cleanliness, suggesting inconsistent attention to common area upkeep.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive feedback highlights the pool, gym, and maintenance responsiveness, with several residents praising quick work-order resolution. However, recurring concerns include elevator outages lasting months, hallway and common-area odors, package room disorganization, unsecured entry points, and inconsistent enforcement of pool closure times and community rules.

Building Quality experiences vary significantly at this property. Negative reviews consistently report elevator malfunctions, persistent odors in hallways and common areas, and poor cleanliness standards, with management response times cited as slow. Positive reviews describe the building as well-maintained, clean, and secure with functional amenities and responsive maintenance. The discrepancy suggests either recent operational changes or inconsistent upkeep across different areas and time periods.

The Highbank's location is consistently praised for walkability, proximity to grocery stores, retail, dining, and public transportation access. Residents highlight the convenient neighborhood setting with nearby amenities and easy commute access. The property's location near major routes and local services is a strong draw for renters seeking accessible urban living.

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

The Highbank is car-dependent and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Highbank was good on 151 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

151 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 41

Temperature

96° / 46°

average August high / January low

: 94° high, 80° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: moderate, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January64°F46°F51 (moderate)14 of 31
February74°F54°F54 (moderate)11 of 28
March79°F61°F48 (good)23 of 31
April80°F67°F47 (good)23 of 30
May83°F68°F61 (moderate)6 of 31
June88°F76°F55 (moderate)8 of 30
July93°F77°F59 (moderate)8 of 31
August96°F78°F58 (moderate)8 of 31
September92°F76°F63 (moderate)5 of 30
October86°F68°F54 (moderate)12 of 31
November77°F58°F46 (good)17 of 30
December68°F51°F49 (good)16 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Living in a Houston luxury apartment is refreshingly different when you choose The Highbank as your new home. Carefully-crafted amenity spaces, designer apartment finishes, and thoughtful interior and exterior features to welcome you home.


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Highbank is Jack Segal Academy of Beth Yeshurun, a private elementary school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Lovett Elementary School, 0.9 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Jack Segal Academy of Beth Yeshurun

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Uos Goldberg Montessori School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

Beth Yeshurun Day School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

St Thomas Episcopal School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.6 mi

Lovett Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.9 mi

Pilgrim Lutheran School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.3 mi

Westbury United Methodist Day Care

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.6 mi

Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.6 mi

St Phillips Um Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Bertha Alyce Early Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Contact & management

The Highbank is managed by 29th Street Living. The leasing office's phone number is 3462997281.


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