Apartments with a In-Unit Washer & Dryer in Upper Kirby, Houston
2 of the 12 buildings we track in Upper Kirby include in-unit washers and dryers. Polished & Central.
Get Your Free MatchlistWhy renters look for in-unit washers and dryers in Upper Kirby
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 Upper Kirby, that question matters because of who lives here: Professionals, Couples, Park lovers. The neighborhood vibe is polished & central, so in-unit washer & dryer buildings tend to feature in the rent-range conversations renters have when shopping here. Walk Score in Upper Kirby is 76/100, Transit Score is 40/100, and average rent runs $1,400-$2,600. Nearby employers include Texas Medical Center, Galleria-area offices, 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 Upper Kirby
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 Upper Kirby specifically, the practical answer is: 2 of the 12 buildings actively listed on the major rental databases include in-unit washer & dryer, and those buildings sit roughly in the $1,450-$2,600 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 Upper Kirby is one of the mid-market neighborhoods for the metro.
2 buildings in Upper Kirby with in-unit washers and dryers
Updated weekly from Apartments.com. Click any building to see current floor plans, availability, and move-in specials.
What to ask when touring Upper Kirby buildings
For any in-unit washer & dryer-equipped building in Upper Kirby, 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 Texas Medical Center in normal traffic? Your locator agent should know the answers for every building they recommend in Upper Kirby.
What our locator does for Upper Kirby renters
Key Finders Locating is a free apartment-locating service. Our licensed Texas agents (TREC ID 9012866 via Bosah Group) talk to Upper Kirby 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 Upper Kirby under $2600, 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 Upper Kirby apartments have in-unit washers and dryers?
Of the 12 buildings we actively track in Upper Kirby, 2 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 Upper Kirby?
Adds $40-100/mo, but saves laundromat trips and quarters. In Upper Kirby 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 Upper Kirby?
Upper Kirby averages $1,400-$2,600 for a 1BR. Buildings with in-unit washers and dryers typically run from the upper end of that range — usually around $1500-$2600.
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Last reviewed 2026-04-07 · Key Finders Locating, a TREC-licensed free apartment locator (Bosah Group ID 9012866)