Apartments with a In-Unit Washer & Dryer in The Heights, Houston
5 of the 12 buildings we track in The Heights include in-unit washers and dryers. Trendy & Historic.
Get Your Free MatchlistWhy renters look for in-unit washers and dryers in The Heights
Top-3 most-requested feature for renters moving from the suburbs. The alternatives — shared laundry rooms or hookups for your own machines — are increasingly hard to find in new construction but common in older properties. In The Heights, that question matters because of who lives here: Young professionals, History buffs, Cyclists. The neighborhood vibe is trendy & historic, so in-unit washer & dryer buildings tend to feature in the rent-range conversations renters have when shopping here. Walk Score in The Heights is 72/100, Transit Score is 38/100, and average rent runs $1,300-$2,500. Nearby employers include Downtown Houston offices, Heights businesses, so a chunk of the renters here are commuting to those workplaces and choosing buildings based on what makes their daily life easier.
What to expect — in-unit washer & dryer in The Heights
Standard in Inner Loop new construction. Older Montrose duplexes and bungalows may have shared laundry. Adds $40-100/mo, but saves laundromat trips and quarters. For renters in The Heights specifically, the practical answer is: 5 of the 12 buildings actively listed on the major rental databases include in-unit washer & dryer, and those buildings sit roughly in the $1,350-$2,500 band — slightly above the neighborhood median because the amenity is one of the things that justifies the higher rent. The cost-of-living index for Houston is 96 (national average is 100), and The Heights is one of the mid-market neighborhoods for the metro.
5 buildings in The Heights with in-unit washers and dryers
Updated weekly from Apartments.com. Click any building to see current floor plans, availability, and move-in specials.
5401 Chimney Rock
$865 – $1,605
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · pool · in unit washer and dryer · walk in closets
The Opal at Barker Cypress
$1,245 – $1,725
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
The JaXon
$1,275 – $2,115
1BR · 2BR · 3BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · refrigerator
McAlister
$925 – $1,345
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
Hardy Yards Apartment Homes
$1,410 – $1,835
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · in unit washer and dryer
What to ask when touring The Heights buildings
For any in-unit washer & dryer-equipped building in The Heights, ask these questions before signing: (1) Is the in-unit washer & dryer included in rent or is it a separate line-item fee? (2) What hours is it accessible — 24/7, daytime only, or reservation-based? (3) When was it last renovated or replaced — newer in-unit washer & dryer amenities often need less maintenance and break down less often. (4) Are there usage limits, guest policies, or quiet-hour restrictions? (5) What's the actual commute from this building to Downtown Houston offices in normal traffic? Your locator agent should know the answers for every building they recommend in The Heights.
What our locator does for The Heights renters
Key Finders Locating is a free apartment-locating service. Our licensed Texas agents (TREC ID 9012866 via Bosah Group) talk to The Heights apartment communities every week, get current availability, negotiate move-in specials, and tour with you in person. The apartment community pays our commission — you never pay us anything. Tell us you want a in-unit washer & dryer-equipped 1BR in The Heights under $2500, and we'll have a shortlist by tomorrow. Average renter we work with finds and tours their top 3 buildings within a week, signs within two weeks, and saves an average of 1-2 months on the move timeline compared to going it alone.
Frequently asked questions
How many The Heights apartments have in-unit washers and dryers?
Of the 12 buildings we actively track in The Heights, 5 include in-unit washers and dryers. That number changes weekly as buildings lease up and new construction comes online.
Does a in-unit washer & dryer cost extra in The Heights?
Adds $40-100/mo, but saves laundromat trips and quarters. In The Heights specifically, standard in inner loop new construction. older montrose duplexes and bungalows may have shared laundry.
What's the rent range for in-unit washer & dryer apartments in The Heights?
The Heights averages $1,300-$2,500 for a 1BR. Buildings with in-unit washers and dryers typically run from the upper end of that range — usually around $1400-$2500.
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Last reviewed 2026-04-07 · Key Finders Locating, a TREC-licensed free apartment locator (Bosah Group ID 9012866)