Welcome to The Citadel at Eglin Apartment Homes, Houston’s premier 55+ senior living community! Our brand-new mid-rise building boasts state-of-the-art studio and one-bedroom apartment homes with everything you need for comfortable, convenient living. We designed our apartments with every need in mind; enjoy a complete stainless steel appliance package, granite countertops, tile backsplashes, linen closets, and balconies or patios. Located in Houston’s historic Third Ward, steps away from the Elgin/Third Ward light rail stop and multiple bus lines, offering endless options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. With an onsite resident parking garage, resident lounge with catering kitchen, parcel locker system, outdoor kitchen with covered seating areas, and fitness center, The Citadel at Eglin has everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, active lifestyle. Schedule a tour, and see why The Citadel at Eglin is the perfect place to call home!
About Citadel on Elgin
Welcome to The Citadel at Eglin Apartment Homes, Houston’s premier 55+ senior living community! Our brand-new mid-rise building boasts state-of-the-art studio and one-bedroom apartment homes with everything you need for comfortable, convenient living. We designed our apartments with every need in mind; enjoy a complete stainless steel appliance package, granite countertops, tile backsplashes, linen closets, and balconies or patios. Located in Houston’s historic Third Ward, steps away from the Elgin/Third Ward light rail stop and multiple bus lines, offering endless options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. With an onsite resident parking garage, resident lounge with catering kitchen, parcel locker system, outdoor kitchen with covered seating areas, and fitness center, The Citadel at Eglin has everything you need to enjoy a worry-free, active lifestyle. Schedule a tour, and see why The Citadel at Eglin is the perfect place to call home!
Citadel on Elgin is an apartment community located in Harris County and the 77004 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Houston Independent School District attendance zone.
Location
Neighborhood
A historic sector of Houston, Third Ward is a hub for further education, housing not only the University of Houston, but Texas South University as well. The art museums, sports stadium, and youthful presence make Houston’s Third Ward a desirable neighborhood. Families appreciate the easy access to public schools as well, including Yates High School. Enjoy community spaces like Emancipation Park, or check out local businesses such as the Nook Café, a popular university hangout with coffee, pastries, beer, and wine.
Inside the 610 Loop, Third Ward has fantastic proximity to Downtown Houston, located directly north of town. Bounded by Interstates 69 and 45, Downtown isn’t the only part of Houston that residents of Third Ward have easy access to. Check out other parts of the city like Midtown and Fourth Ward! Third Ward is nestled just a few miles east of Hermann Park, housing a golf course, Japanese Garden, and the Houston Zoo.
Learn more about living in Third Ward
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
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Third Ward |
Houston, TX |
| Studio |
$800 |
$1,080 |
| 1 Bedroom |
$499 |
$1,182 |
| 2 Bedrooms |
$922 |
$1,502 |
| 3 Bedrooms |
$726 |
$1,938 |
Education
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Walk: |
18 min |
0.9 mi |
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Drive: |
4 min |
1.8 mi |
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Drive: |
5 min |
1.9 mi |
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Drive: |
6 min |
3.0 mi |
Citadel on Elgin is within 18 minutes or 0.9 mile from Texas Southern University. It is also near University of Houston and Houston Community College.
Schools
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Transportation
Transportation options available in Houston include Elgin Third Ward Sb, located 0.3 mile from Citadel on Elgin. Citadel on Elgin is near William P Hobby, located 10.1 miles or 20 minutes away, and George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 21.1 miles or 29 minutes away.
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Walk: |
6 min |
0.3 mi |
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Walk: |
14 min |
0.7 mi |
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Drive: |
3 min |
1.4 mi |
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Drive: |
3 min |
1.8 mi |
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Drive: |
3 min |
1.9 mi |
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William P Hobby
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Drive: |
20 min |
10.1 mi |
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George Bush Intcntl/Houston
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Drive: |
29 min |
21.1 mi |
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Citadel on Elgin.
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Drive: |
3 min |
1.4 mi |
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Drive: |
4 min |
1.6 mi |
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Drive: |
3 min |
1.6 mi |
Citadel on Elgin has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Discovery Green
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Drive: |
6 min |
2.8 mi |
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Children's Museum of Houston
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Drive: |
5 min |
2.9 mi |
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Cockrell Butterfly Center
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Drive: |
6 min |
3.1 mi |
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Houston Museum of Natural Science
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Drive: |
7 min |
3.4 mi |
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Hermann Park
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Drive: |
8 min |
3.6 mi |
Citadel on Elgin has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Discovery Green, Children's Museum of Houston, and Hermann Park.
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Drive: |
4 min |
2.1 mi |
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Drive: |
6 min |
2.9 mi |
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Drive: |
5 min |
3.2 mi |
Citadel on Elgin has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is St. Joseph Medical Center which is 2.1 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
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Drive: |
34 min |
23.6 mi |
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Drive: |
62 min |
49.1 mi |
Citadel on Elgin is 23.6 miles from Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pelican Spit Military Reservation.
