Mission Bend

Houston, TX

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Mission Bend - Houston, TX Area Guide

Your cozy corner of Houston

Suburban Bicycle-Friendly Location

Welcome to Mission Bend, your vibrant and cozy corner of Houston, TX! Nestled in the southwestern part of the city, Mission Bend offers a charming suburban escape with a touch of city convenience. If you're looking for a rental in a peaceful neighborhood that's still close to the action, you've hit the jackpot.

Life in Mission Bend is all about striking the perfect balance. You'll find a variety of rental options, from spacious houses to modern apartments, ensuring you'll discover the perfect place to call home. This neighborhood is known for its friendly atmosphere and tight-knit community vibe. The streets are lined with lush greenery, offering a picturesque backdrop for evening strolls or morning jogs. For all your shopping needs, the local shopping centers have got you covered, and when it's time to unwind, the tranquil parks provide the perfect spot for picnics and relaxation.

Just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the heart of Houston, Mission Bend offers the best of both worlds. Downtown Houston is about a 30-minute drive, while Sugar Land is about four miles southeast. If you’d rather ride a bike or walk, Mission Bend has a terrific trail system with ample bike-sharing options. And here's a fun tidbit: the land for Mission Bend was acquired in 1971, but it took five years to develop the plan and prepare the land for development. Mission Bend is adjacent to George Bush Park, a large park covering 7,800 acres.

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Mission Bend is $1,348 for one bedroom, $1,736 for two bedrooms, and $1,427 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mission Bend has decreased by -2.5% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 734 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,348/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,118 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,736/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,398 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,427/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

70 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Daily Essentials

Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk

Groceries

50 / 100

Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

50 / 100

Limited Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

20 / 100

Fair Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

50 / 100

Recreation

Large Amount of Park Space Nearby

Parks

60 / 100

Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby

Wellness

20 / 100

Local Vibe

Mostly Calm Atmosphere

Vibrancy

20 / 100

Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby

Nightlife

10 / 100

Not Noisy

Quiet Score

100 / 100

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • George Bush Park
  • Arthur Storey Park
  • Club Creek Park and Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary
  • Bear Creek Pioneers Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • William P Hobby
  • 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 February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.