B1
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 935 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,292/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | $1,292 | 935 | — |
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The Pointe at Bayou Bend
$1,292 – $1,651/mo
- 2–4 bedrooms
- 2 baths
- 935–1,272 sq ft
- 4 units available
As of October 13, 2026, The Pointe at Bayou Bend in Houston, TX has 4 apartments for rent from $1,292 to $1,651/mo. Two-bedrooms start at $1,292, three-bedrooms at $1,491, and 4-bedrooms at $1,651. The average asking rent has risen 23.1% since June 24, 2026, from $1,163 to $1,432.
Floor plans
4 floor plans · 4 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026
B2
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 948 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,292/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B2 | $1,292 | 948 | — |
C1
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,053 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,491/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 | $1,491 | 1,053 | — |
D1
4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,272 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,651/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $1,651 | 1,272 | — |
See all 8 units listed at The Pointe at Bayou Bend, including ones no longer available.
Rent history
Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Pointe at Bayou Bend has ranged from $1,158 to $1,475. The current average is $1,432, up $268 (23.1%) from $1,163 at the start.
Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (110 days observed).
| Month | Average asking rent | Lowest – highest | Units listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | $1,412 | $1,096 – $1,651 | 4 |
| Sep 2026 | $1,451 | $1,079 – $1,651 | 6 |
| Aug 2026 | $1,395 | $1,079 – $1,651 | 7 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,350 | $1,079 – $1,651 | 7 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,184 | $1,046 – $1,600 | 6 |
Fees & lease terms
Rent
$1,292 – $1,651/moLease term
12 months
Cost to rent here
The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Houston area.
Lowest-priced apartment: B1 at $1,292
$1,586/mo
$294/mo above the advertised rent
Rent
$1,292
Electric, gas, water
$201
Internet
$76
Renters insurance
$17
All-in monthly
$1,586
By apartment size
| Size | Rent from | All-in monthly | Income to qualify |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,292 | $1,586 | $46,512/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,491 | $1,869 | $53,676/yr |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,651 | $2,029 | $59,436/yr |
Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $46,512 a year for the $1,292 two-bedroom. The median renter household in Houston earns $50,091 a year.
Compared with the Houston area
The median two-bedroom at The Pointe at Bayou Bend asks $1,292 a month, about the same as the Houston area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,337. Typical asking rents across the area are down 2.1% from a year earlier.
| Size | Median asking rent here | Houston-area asking rent | Houston rent paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,292 | $1,337 | $1,425 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,491 | — | $1,738 |
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Houston, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.
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Amenities
24-Hour Fitness Center
Activity Room Plus After-School Programs
Attached Storage Closets
Conference Center & Cyber Café With Wi-Fi
Elevator Access
Ev Charging Stations
Full-Equipped Kitchen With Substantial Island/Breakfast Bar
Full-Size Washer/Dryer Connections
Generous Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Luxurious Community Lounge Space
Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
Modern Cabinetry
Multiple Barbecue Grills & Picnic Areas
On-Site Clothes Care Center
Open Concept Layouts
Outdoor Playground
Package Concierge
Parking Garage Access
Private Patio/Balcony
Resort-Style Swimming Pool
Soaring 9' Ceilings With Fans
Upgraded Lighting
Location
800 Middle St, Houston, TX, 77003
Resident reviews
4.4
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.5
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Building Quality5.0
The Pointe at Bayou Bend receives consistently positive feedback on staff friendliness, amenities, and unit appeal, with many residents and prospective tenants praising the leasing team and facility condition. However, persistent issues with communication responsiveness, maintenance follow-up (particularly mildew), thin walls affecting sound insulation, and pricing accuracy have created friction for some residents. The property's location near downtown Houston is valued by some, though neighborhood conditions and safety concerns are noted as trade-offs by others.
Management and leasing staff receive mixed feedback. Positive reviews highlight professional, helpful staff during the leasing process and showings. However, multiple residents report significant communication challenges, including unresponsive voicemail systems, unanswered emails, and difficulty reaching the office. One resident reported repeated maintenance requests for mildew that were not resolved despite multiple office visits.
Residents appreciate the property's downtown location and urban convenience, with proximity to city amenities being a key draw. The surrounding neighborhood presents mixed access tradeoffs, with newer developments nearby but older residential areas and urban challenges within a few blocks—a common consideration for downtown Houston living. The property itself is noted as well-maintained and secure despite the broader neighborhood context.
Staff provided thorough amenity tours and demonstrated strong customer service. The property offers spacious one-bedroom units with generous kitchen storage and appliances, though two-bedroom layouts are more compact. Amenities and the property itself are well-maintained and appear secure.
The building maintains responsive staff support and general functionality. Sound insulation between floors is a notable concern, with noise from upper units audible to lower floors. Higher floor units may offer better noise isolation. Overall building operations and maintenance are reported as satisfactory.
Getting around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Bikeable
About this property
The Pointe at Bayou Bend is a public-private partnership between The NRP Group and the Houston Housing Authority. The community provides 398 affordable homes to the residents of Houston’s Second Ward, a neighborhood experiencing significant revitalization with new homes, businesses, and other amenities coming to the surrounding area. Community amenities include a resort-style pool, fitness center, business center, and children’s activity room. The individual homes feature granite countertops, walk-in closets, fully-equipped kitchens, vinyl-plank flooring, and energy efficient fixtures and appliances. Additional on-site services for residents include financial literacy, after school programs, and health and wellness screenings.
Nearby schools
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Our Lady Of Guadalupe School Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.3 mi |
Angelita Fraga Day Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Elderflower Montessori Oosle · High | Oosle | High | 0.5 mi |
Clayton Homes Head Start Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Baylor College of Medicine Biotech Academy at Rusk Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 0.6 mi |
East Early College High School Public · High | Public | High | 0.6 mi |
Middle College High School at HCC Fraga Public · High | Public | High | 0.7 mi |
A Special Kind of Tender Loving Care Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.8 mi |
High School for Law and Justice Public · High | Public | High | 1.6 mi |