Question 1

How much does student housing in Houston cost?

Accepted Answer

Near University of Houston, shared units commonly run $700 to $1,100 a month per person, while apartments around Rice and the Museum District average closer to $1,400 to $1,700 given the central location. Across the inner loop, expect roughly $900 to $1,600 a month depending on neighborhood and amenities.

Question 2

What are the best neighborhoods for students?

Accepted Answer

Calhoun Road and Third Ward sit closest to University of Houston, while the Museum District surrounds Rice. Midtown and Montrose are the popular walkable, transit-served picks for students at either school who want nightlife and central access.

Question 3

Do I need a car in Houston?

Accepted Answer

It depends where you live. In Midtown, Montrose, or the Museum District you can lean on the METRORail Red Line and walking. UH's commuter culture and Houston's sprawl mean many students still keep a car for everything outside the inner loop.

Question 4

How close can I live to campus?

Accepted Answer

Near UH, the Calhoun Road and Third Ward blocks are walking or biking distance. Around Rice, much of the Museum District is a 10 to 15 minute walk or short bike ride, and the Red Line connects both areas to Midtown and downtown.

Question 5

Is Houston safe for students?

Accepted Answer

As a big city, safety varies block by block. The Museum District and inner-loop student pockets are generally fine with normal precautions. Learn your specific neighborhood, use well-lit routes at night, and you'll be comfortable.

Question 6

When should I start looking?

Accepted Answer

Start three to four months out, so winter or early spring for a fall move-in. The walkable inner-loop spots near Rice and in Midtown lease quickly, so the earlier you tour, the better.

Question 7

What are leases like in Houston?

Accepted Answer

Twelve-month leases dominate, with by-the-bed student contracts common near UH. Inner-loop apartments around Rice are typical market rentals, so expect standard credit checks, deposits, and occasional locator fees.

Question 8

What do utilities run in Houston?

Accepted Answer

Plan on about $100 to $220 a month per person for electricity, water, and internet. Gulf Coast heat and humidity keep the AC running hard from spring into fall, so electric bills spike in summer. Some complexes bundle water and trash.

Question 9

Can I find roommates or sublet easily?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Both UH and Rice have active housing boards and student groups, and the large rental market in Midtown and Montrose makes finding roommates or a summer sublet straightforward.

Question 10

What's it like being a student in a city this big?

Accepted Answer

You get world-class museums, Hermann Park, pro sports, and one of the best food scenes anywhere, all reachable by rail from the inner loop. The trade-off is sprawl and summer humidity, but the variety is hard to beat.

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