Best Houston Apartments – Great Uptown Area

The Great Uptown neighborhood of Houston, Texas is one of the most highly sought after locations on ApartmentRatings.com and now we’ve made finding your dream apartment even easier. Check out the top five apartment complexes in the area, each of which has glowing recommendations by over 75% of ApartmentRatings.com users. Listed in descending order, each complex has been reviewed by at least 10 ApartmentRatings.com users; key amenities and resident comments are highlighted.

1. Three Fountains III
Recommended by 94% of users; 4.5 overall rating

This 2-story complex has 200 units ranging from studio to 1 and 2 bedrooms, each equipped with one bathroom. Three swimming pools and 4 courtyards compliment the beautifully manicured grounds.

Amenities:
– Ceiling fans
– Patios and balconies
– Dishwashers
– Garbage disposals
– Covered parking
– Cats allowed; no dogs
– Minutes from freeway; located on 2 commuter bus routes
– Within 10 blocks of numerous restaurants, grocery stores, banks, dry cleaners, pharmacies and churches of all denominations

Resident comments:
– “I lived there 6 yrs. [Three Fountains] is in a great part of town and close to everything I needed. The complex is quiet and well-maintained. I felt very safe the entire time I lived there.”
– “Three Fountains is a great place to live.”

2. Fox Hall
Recommend by 89% of users; 3.7 overall rating

Efficiency to 3 bedroom apartments with 2 baths fill this 2-story apartment community. Conveniently situated on both the public school bus lines as well as the metro bus line, this complex offers a family-friendly environment. The complex is equipped with 2 swimming pools, a fitness center and a clubhouse to help residents stay active and entertained.

Amenities:
– Utilities included in the cost of rent
– Ceiling fans
– Balconies
– Washer/dryer connections; on-site laundry facility also available
– Microwaves
– Dishwashers
– Covered parking
– Close to the Houston Galleria, Memorial Park, the Town & Country City Center and the Marq*E Center

Rave reviews:
– “I wish I could have found this place 5 years ago.”
– “Safe and great location.”

3. 1200 Post Oak
Recommend by 88% of users; 3.5 overall rating

This 33-story complex has 365 units towering over the highly sought after Great Uptown neighborhood. The complex falls within the Spring Branch school district. The living accommodations range from 1 to 3 bedrooms with up to 3 baths in the penthouse. Concierge service is available 24 hours a day. Whether working out in the fitness center, swimming in the 2 heated pools or relaxing with an on-site massage, this complex offers a huge variety of preferred amenities:

– Hardwood floors
– Porcelain tile
– Washer/dryer
– Microwave
– Dishwasher
– Garbage disposals
– Cats and dogs allowed
– Easy access to airport and freeways
– Close to the Galleria shopping district, Memorial Park, restaurants, cafes and pubs; 8 miles from Texas Medical Center

Reviewer statements:
– “Staff is always courteous and helpful.”
– “I love it here.”

4. Verde Chateau Dijon
Recommend by 88% of users; 3.3 overall rating

Accommodations in this luxury complex range from studio apartments to 3 bedroom floor plans with up to 3 baths. Six swimming pools and luscious grounds surround the 3-story buildings.

Amenities:
– Air conditioning
– Ceiling fans
– Balcony
– 9-foot ceilings
– Microwaves
– Dishwashers
– Covered parking
– One minute drive to major highways
– Within walking distance to local shopping and dining establishments
– Pets allowed

The reviews:
– “Couldn’t be happier.”
– “I love peace and quiet-predictability and consistency.”

5. Montecito Apartments
Recommend by 87% of users; 3.5 overall rating

This mid-rise complex stands 3 stories tall and offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with up to 3 baths. A lagoon style swimming pool with an adjacent hot tub, a community BBQ grill and a fitness center are offered to the residents. Several public schools and universities are close by for easy family access.

Amenities:

– Valet
– Dry cleaning service
– Bi-weekly housekeeping
– Marble tub units with Jacuzzi jets
– Ceiling fans
– Balcony/patio
– 9-foot ceilings
– Washer/dryer
– Microwaves
– Dishwasher
– Garage parking
– Very close to highways
– Small dogs (under 25 pounds) and cats allowed
– One mile from area stores and restaurants; 3 miles from movie theater; 5 miles from Memorial Park; 10 miles from Texas Medical Center

Tenant reviews:
– “Safe community (24-hour gate attendant), with friendly staff, ample parking (enclosed garage) and beautiful interiors.”
– “The complex is quiet and very nice.”

General Information about the Great Uptown, Houston Area

The greatest asset to the Great Uptown neighborhood is that there is something to please everyone’s budget and way of life. Great Uptown is ranked as the 12th most walkable neighborhood in the area, out of 88. Walkability signifies easy, walking-distance accessibility to grocery stores, restaurants, banks, parks and more and is important because of its significant impacts on the environment as well as one’s health, finances and community. The average rent for an apartment in this neighborhood is $1532/month and there are a vast variety of amenities and floor plans from which to choose.