Condos Texas Harris County Houston River Oaks

$4,000 / Month

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611

Houston, TX 77098

713-562-3149

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,550 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Doorman
Gated with Attendant
Views to the North
Traditional Architecture
Quartz Countertops
Community Pool

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611

About This Home

Available Now

High above the treetops,enjoy the vast northeastern view and downtown Houston skyline from your 16th floor residence and balcony at the distinguished and time-honored Lamar Tower! Rent includes electricity,water & basic cable (Xfinity). Remodeled in 2024 updates include appliances (washer,dryer,& refrigerator); updated electrical panel/wiring; designer paint,cabinetry,countertops,flooring,& lighting throughout the home; and,insulated/sound proof wall in primary bedroom with en-suite bath and 2 closets. Parking includes one (1) assigned garage space,#99; and,one (1) unassigned space in the north garage. Lamar Tower is a full-service high rise with 24-hour concierge,valet & porter,state-of-the-art fitness center,party room,landscaped grounds,& community pool with recreational area. A $200 non-refundable fee (per Applicant) is required for credit & background check processed by Lamar Tower Manager & pending approval by the Board. Tenants are NOT ALLOWED to have pets. MLS ID 7225864

2929 Buffalo Speedway is a condo located in Harris County and the 77098 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1965

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Home Design

Traditional Architecture Entry on the 16th floor

Home Security

Security Gate

Interior Spaces

Family Room Off Kitchen Tile Flooring Combination Dining and Living Room Utility Room 1,550 Sq Ft Home 1-Story Property Window Treatments

Kitchen

Quartz Countertops Electric Cooktop Electric Oven Kitchen Island Ice Maker Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Stacked Washer and Dryer

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 8/17/26 Long Term Lease

Lot Details

3.38 Acre Lot

Parking

Subterranean Parking 2 Car Detached Garage Electric Gate Controlled Entrance Assigned Parking Additional Parking Garage Door Opener

Schools

Poe Elementary School Lanier Middle School Lamar High School

Utilities

Programmable Thermostat Central Heating and Cooling System Cable TV Available Municipal Trash

Views

Views to the North

Community Details

Amenities

Doorman Valet Parking

Overview

286 Units The Lamar Tower Association Mid-Rise Community Lamar Tower Condos Lamar Tower Condo Amd Subdivision

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Community Pool

Security

Gated with Attendant Card or Code Access

The Lamar Tower

286 Units 23 Stories Built in 1963 450,000 Sq Ft

The Lamar Tower, a prominent fixture in Houston's prestigious River Oaks neighborhood, has been offering refined high-rise living since 1963. This 23-story condominium building houses 286 units, providing residents with a blend of classic charm and modern luxury. Situated in one of Houston's most coveted areas, the Lamar Tower stands as a testament to enduring elegance, offering panoramic views of the city skyline and the lush River Oaks landscape. With its prime location and full-service amenities, the building caters to those seeking a sophisticated urban lifestyle in a historic setting.

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Contact

Listed by Christina Burgos | Inverness Realty Group-Houston
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Houston Association of REALTORS®

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Neighborhood

Situated between Uptown and Downtown Houston, River Oaks is a picturesque residential community brimming with an array of stately homes and luxury apartments along tree-lined avenues. River Oaks offers residents a tranquil, secluded atmosphere without sacrificing convenience to metropolitan amenities.

River Oaks’ central locale is a strong part of the community’s allure, boasting close proximity to retail destinations like the Galleria mall and the River Oaks Shopping Center, Houston’s first ever shopping center that also houses the arthouse cinema River Oaks Theatre.

The neighborhood sits just south of the landmark Memorial Park and contains a bevy of smaller community parks as well. Nestled in the heart of Central Houston, River Oaks is just minutes away from the popular Central Market, Rienzi Museum of Fine Arts, the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, and all that Houston has to offer.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
The Art Institute of Houston	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
University of St Thomas	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Rice University	Drive:	8 min	3.2 mi
Baylor College of Medicine	Drive:	10 min	4.3 mi

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 is within 3 minutes or 1.6 miles from The Art Institute of Houston. It is also near University of St Thomas and Rice University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Houston include Dryden/Tmc Stn Nb, located 3.6 miles from 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611. 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 is near William P Hobby, located 15.9 miles or 28 minutes away, and George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 24.6 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Dryden/Tmc Stn Nb	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
Museum District Stn Sb	Drive:	6 min	3.9 mi
Dryden/Tmc Stn Sb	Drive:	8 min	4.2 mi
Hermann Park/Rice U	Drive:	9 min	4.3 mi
Memorial Hermann Hospital/Houston Zoo Station	Drive:	8 min	4.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Houston	Drive:	10 min	5.6 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
William P Hobby	Drive:	28 min	15.9 mi
George Bush Intcntl/Houston	Drive:	33 min	24.6 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

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65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
3601 W Alabama St	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Timmons Place	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
3601 Westheimer Rd	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Lowrey Arboretum	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
Houston Maritime Museum	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi
Buffalo Bayou Park	Drive:	9 min	3.9 mi
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center	Drive:	7 min	3.9 mi
Memorial Park and Golf Course	Drive:	9 min	5.3 mi

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 has 5 parks within 5.3 miles, including Lowrey Arboretum, Buffalo Bayou Park, and Houston Maritime Museum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Houston Methodist Hospital	Drive:	8 min	3.7 mi
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center	Drive:	8 min	3.8 mi
Texas Childrens Hospital	Drive:	8 min	4.1 mi

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 has 3 hospitals within 4.1 miles, the nearest is Houston Methodist Hospital which is 3.7 miles away and a 8 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Lyndon B Johnson Space Center	Drive:	42 min	29.4 mi
Pelican Spit Military Reservation	Drive:	70 min	54.9 mi

2929 Buffalo Speedway Unit A1611 is 29.4 miles from Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pelican Spit Military Reservation.