Apartments with a Pool in The Heights, Houston
10 of the 12 buildings we track in The Heights include pools. Trendy & Historic.
Get Your Free MatchlistWhy renters look for pools in The Heights
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 The Heights, that question matters because of who lives here: Young professionals, History buffs, Cyclists. The neighborhood vibe is trendy & historic, so pool 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 — pool in The Heights
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 The Heights specifically, the practical answer is: 10 of the 12 buildings actively listed on the major rental databases include pool, 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.
10 buildings in The Heights with pools
Updated weekly from Apartments.com. Click any building to see current floor plans, availability, and move-in specials.
The Grove
$785 – $1,009
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
5401 Chimney Rock
$865 – $1,605
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · pool · in unit washer and dryer · walk in closets
Casa Agave
$880 – $1,059
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
The Opal at Barker Cypress
$1,245 – $1,725
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · dishwasher
Weston Medical Center Apartments
$905 – $1,130
STUDIO · 1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · stainless steel appliances
Hayden at Enclave
$865 – $1,275
1BR · 2BR
pets allowed · fitness center · pool · stainless steel appliances
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
Grove at Wilcrest
$1,376 – $1,660
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 pool-equipped building in The Heights, 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 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 pool-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 pools?
Of the 12 buildings we actively track in The Heights, 10 include pools. That number changes weekly as buildings lease up and new construction comes online.
Does a pool cost extra in The Heights?
Usually adds $50-150/mo over similar pool-less buildings. In The Heights 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 The Heights?
The Heights averages $1,300-$2,500 for a 1BR. Buildings with pools 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)