Apartments with a Pool in Rice Village, Houston
9 of the 11 buildings we track in Rice Village include pools. Academic & Charming.
Get Your Free MatchlistWhy renters look for pools in Rice Village
Almost a requirement for Texas summer survival. Most newer mid-rise and garden-style buildings include at least one outdoor pool, often with cabanas, grills, and lounge seating. In Rice Village, that question matters because of who lives here: Students, Academics, Walkers. The neighborhood vibe is academic & charming, so pool buildings tend to feature in the rent-range conversations renters have when shopping here. Walk Score in Rice Village is 82/100, Transit Score is 40/100, and average rent runs $1,200-$2,100. Nearby employers include Rice University, Texas Medical Center, 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 — pool in Rice Village
Almost universal across Houston's mid-rises — the climate basically demands it. Memorial and River Oaks buildings often have multiple pools per complex. Usually adds $50-150/mo over similar pool-less buildings. For renters in Rice Village specifically, the practical answer is: 9 of the 11 buildings actively listed on the major rental databases include pool, and those buildings sit roughly in the $1,250-$2,100 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 Rice Village is one of the mid-market neighborhoods for the metro.
9 buildings in Rice Village with pools
Updated weekly from Apartments.com. Click any building to see current floor plans, availability, and move-in specials.
Latitude Med Center
$1,425 – $2,643
STUDIO · 1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
District at Greenbriar
$1,325 – $1,720
STUDIO · 1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
The Langley
$9,155 – $16,074
2BR · 3BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
South Main Building
$1,750 – $2,131
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · clubhouse
Mezzo Kirby Med Center
$1,160 – $1,798
STUDIO · 1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · in unit washer and dryer
Portico Kirby
$1,312 – $2,336
1BR · 2BR · 3BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · kitchen
1903 Portsmouth
$1,145 – $1,550
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · pool · dishwasher · refrigerator
Residences at Gramercy
$1,470 – $2,455
1BR · 2BR · 3BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · in unit washer and dryer
1919 Portsmouth
$1,175 – $1,485
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · pool · dishwasher · refrigerator
What to ask when touring Rice Village buildings
For any pool-equipped building in Rice Village, ask these questions before signing: (1) Is the pool 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 pool 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 Rice University in normal traffic? Your locator agent should know the answers for every building they recommend in Rice Village.
What our locator does for Rice Village renters
Key Finders Locating is a free apartment-locating service. Our licensed Texas agents (TREC ID 9012866 via Bosah Group) talk to Rice Village 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 pool-equipped 1BR in Rice Village under $2100, 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 Rice Village apartments have pools?
Of the 11 buildings we actively track in Rice Village, 9 include pools. That number changes weekly as buildings lease up and new construction comes online.
Does a pool cost extra in Rice Village?
Usually adds $50-150/mo over similar pool-less buildings. In Rice Village specifically, almost universal across houston's mid-rises — the climate basically demands it. memorial and river oaks buildings often have multiple pools per complex.
What's the rent range for pool apartments in Rice Village?
Rice Village averages $1,200-$2,100 for a 1BR. Buildings with pools typically run from the upper end of that range — usually around $1300-$2100.
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Last reviewed 2026-04-07 · Key Finders Locating, a TREC-licensed free apartment locator (Bosah Group ID 9012866)