Conroe

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Conroe, TX

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Conroe is the ideal suburb where you’re close to the city and a national forest!

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Located 40 miles north of Houston, Conroe combines small-town atmosphere with contemporary living along the shores of Lake Conroe. The city offers year-round water recreation, including boating and fishing on its namesake lake. Downtown Conroe features the historic Crighton Theatre, built in 1935, which continues to host performances throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate W. Goodrich Jones State Forest, home to walking trails and native wildlife, including the protected red-cockaded woodpecker. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,158 for one-bedroom units to $2,257 for four-bedroom homes, with most properties experiencing slight decreases in rates over the past year.

Housing options span from apartment communities to single-family homes across various neighborhoods, including the historic downtown area, lakefront properties near Lake Conroe, and the expanding west side. The Conroe Independent School District serves the area, while higher education options include Lone Star College-Montgomery and the University of St. Thomas campus. Entertainment and cultural attractions include the Owen Theatre, outdoor performances at Conroe Founder's Plaza and Heritage Place, and the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park. Regular community events and festivals throughout the year showcase local culture and traditions, making Conroe an appealing option within the Greater Houston area.

Explore the City

The sunrise over Conroe, TX.

A local resident gets her daily exercise at Candy Cane Park in Conroe.

A Spanish revival home sits on the shores of Lake Conroe.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Conroe, TX is $1,106 for a studio, $1,140 for one bedroom, $1,440 for two bedrooms, and $1,960 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Conroe has decreased by -2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,140/month
727 Sq Ft
House
$2,385/month
1,960 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,031/month
1,449 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,742/month
1,433 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Conroe, TX is 10.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Conroe is 29.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,106 - $1,960. You can expect to pay 3.7% less for groceries, 4.0% less for utilities, and 11.6% less for transportation.

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Transportation

32

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Reaves Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

745 Students

Houser Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

636 Students

Eddie Ruth Lagway Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

770 Students

Runyan Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

657 Students

Wilkinson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

944 Students

Irons Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,344 Students

Washington Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

821 Students

Donald J Stockton Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,357 Students

Peet J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,289 Students

Moorhead J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,391 Students

Oak Ridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,672 Students

Conroe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

4,915 Students

Caney Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,504 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mussel Pond Preserve

Airports

  • George Bush Intcntl/Houston

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.