Top 10 Apartment Communities in Houston, Texas

On ApartmentRatings, real renters have the ability to rate and review their apartment communities based on their experience touring and/or living in those communities. ApartmentRatings offers renters the ability to see what life is like at a community through a report card grade style format called epIQ. Every month we highlight apartment communities whose renters have chosen them as having an A+ living experience. 

This month we’re highlighting the top 10 apartment communities in Houston, TX. We’ve established the top communities as those that currently have the highest epIQ Grades, which is measured through the ratings of renters who shared their living experiences combined with the community’s response to their reviews.

If you’re moving to Houston, TX and are looking for an apartment, check out these Top 10 communities:

SunBlossom Cottages – 10300 Harwin Dr. Houston, TX 77036

Interesting feature: walkable to local eateries

Verified Resident Review: “I’ve been here for many years, always feeling the peace and safety of the area. Recently the building staff has renovated and repaired some equipment of each apartment, make the place as nice and comfortable as possible.”

SunBlossom Gardens – 5900 Ranchester Dr. Houston, TX 77036

Interesting feature: vibrant building colors and unique decor

Verified Resident Review: “The quickest repairs I’ve ever experienced. And it happened every time! You should expecting about 10 minutes after your call to see the maintenance man coming. They are so knowledgeable about everything. It is like a miracle in their hands, that they just fix the problem instantly, literally in seconds.”

The Westbriar – 2530 Briar Ridge Dr. Houston, TX 77057

Interesting feature: walkable to tons of restaurants, shopping, and more

Verified Resident Review: “Everything at WestBriar is amazing from the garden to the quietness of the complex clean environment, nice neighborhood and great things to do around. Monthly events and activities are also great!!!!!! Great staff, great place!”

Galleria Oaks – 5151 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77056

Interesting feature: tropical resort atmosphere in the heart of the Galleria

Verified Resident Review: “I love living here. Building is great and neighbors are very nice. I could not be happier with staff and maintenance. And the neighborhood has a lot to offer. Restaurants, shops, gym are walking distance. Great experience”

Walden of Westchase – 2828 Rogerdale Rd. Houston, TX 77042

Interesting feature: vibrant building colors and check out the pool

Verified Resident Review: “The community is nice. The staff and neighbors are very friendly. I really appreciate living here so far. The apartment complex is very easily accessible. Located close to beltway 8 and westheimer; it is ideal for commuting to chinatown and galleria area.”

SunBlossom at Woodlake – 2200 S. Gessner Rd. Houston, TX 77063

Interesting feature: nice, shaded outdoor areas for studying or working outside

Verified Resident Review: “Community is very clean and friendly. I have not had any issues at all. I like that there are parking spots open at all times. I plan on being here for a while as me and my family feel very secure. Sara at the office is always so helpful as well.”

Crystal Falls Apartment Homes – 10950 Westbrae Parkway Houston, TX 77031

Interesting feature: two ponds, a large pool, and a jacuzzi

Verified Resident Review: “I enjoy living at Crystal Falls Apartments! It’s very quiet for the most part, my neighbors are mindful of noise levels and very friendly. The complex is well kept and calmer than many of the apartments I looked at nearby before moving. Management is great and is always ready to help when needed. This is my first apartment and because I love it here so much, I continue to renew because it is so worth it!”

Lakeshore – 16200 Space Center Blvd. Houston, TX 77062

Interesting feature: large dog park with shaded seating area for paw-rents

Verified Resident Review: “So far, we love the little community here! our neighbors are absolutely wonderful and it’s very peaceful here. My husband and I have decided that this is where we would like to stay for a long while! Our dog loves the little dog park here too!”

SunBlossom Woods Apartments – 4545 Cook Rd. Houston, TX 77072

Interesting feature: close proximity to Alief community park and Santa Fe shopping center

Verified Resident Review: “It is a very quiet and clean complex, the neighbors are very quiet. Regarding maintenance, they are always available to repair any incident. The office staff is very attentive to solve any doubt and problem.”

Tanglewood Place Apartments – 5920 Beverlyhill St. Houston, TX 77057

Interesting feature: game room with ping-pong, foosball, and a pinball machine

Verified Resident Review: “We’ve been living in the Tanglewood Place Apartments for more than 4 years and had a great experience so far. It is a nice well-organized community at a great location with convenient access to anything you might need. One of the best things about the complex is the management. Both Charles (manager) and Jose (maintenance) are very friendly, caring, respectful, and responsive to any requests which makes this complex a safe and peaceful place to live. Overall, we feel fortunate to have found and stayed here!”

To learn more about the epIQ Index and how apartment communities are ranked, visit the What is epIQ page on apartmentratings.com.

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What is epIQ?
The “Experience & Performance Intelligence Quotient (epIQ) Index” is a single performance metric powered by verified ApartmentRatings reviews & SatisFacts surveys, designed to give renters a comprehensive and authentic understanding of what living at a community is like prior to signing a lease.

Presented in an easily understood letter grade report card format, the epIQ Index delivers the most authentic, relevant, and actionable resident experience and community performance data over a rolling 365 day period.