Montrose Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Eclectic inner-loop neighborhood known for LGBTQ+ community, art galleries, diverse restaurants, and bohemian vibe.
Houston, TXAvg Rent: $1,825/moWalk Score: 75
Walkability
75
Walk Score
Transit
52
Transit Score
Commute
10-15 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating
Montrose Rent Prices
Studio
$1,100
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,400
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,000
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,800
per month
Rent Trend: Rising
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Eclectic, artsy, diverse
Demographics
LGBTQ+ community, artists, young professionals
Best For
LGBTQ+ communityArtistsFoodiesUrban lifestyle seekers
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Diverse, international, trendy
Nightlife
Active - gay bars, dive bars, clubs
Schools
Good public and private schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Montrose
Pros
- Central location
- Cultural diversity
- Walkable for Houston
- Great food
Cons
- Parking difficult
- Some crime
- Flooding risk
- Still car-dependent
Parks & Recreation
- Menil Collection grounds
- Montrose Park
Public Transit
- Metro bus lines
- Limited rail
Popular Streets
- Westheimer Road
- Montrose Boulevard
- West Alabama
Key Amenities
- Menil Collection
- Rothko Chapel
- Westheimer corridor
- Art galleries
Compare with Other Houston Neighborhoods
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Walk Score:68
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Midtown
2BR Rent:$2,300
Walk Score:82
Urban, young, energetic
Rice Village
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:72
Upscale, academic, residential
EaDo
2BR Rent:$1,900
Walk Score:70
Industrial, artsy, developing
River Oaks
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:65
Upscale, established, prestigious