This residential community amenity space encompasses two distinct areas designed to serve and enhance daily living. The outdoor pool area features a generously sized freeform swimming pool with clear turquoise water, framed by mature oak and palm trees that provide natural shade and a lush, relaxed atmosphere. A spacious concrete deck surrounds the pool, outfitted with multiple lounge chairs and patio seating, making it ideal for leisure and recreation. An iron perimeter fence encloses the pool area, with the surrounding residential buildings adding a sense of privacy and community. The indoor mailroom is a clean, modern space finished in soft aqua-toned walls and light tile flooring that reflects natural light streaming in through large floor-to-ceiling windows. Rows of dark bronze individual mailboxes line both sides of the room, organized efficiently within contemporary dark gray cabinet structures. A centrally positioned package sorting counter with a built-in drop slot provides added convenience for package retrieval. Framed geometric artwork accents the walls, lending a polished, curated aesthetic to the functional space. Recessed and track lighting illuminate the interior evenly, creating a bright and welcoming environment for residents.
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Monthly Rent
$630 - $1,455
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
610 - 1,179 sq ft
Welcome Home to The Ellis Apartments! Kick back, relax and enjoy the good life at The Ellis Apartments. Our 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments & Townhomes in Houston, Texas, come in a variety of floor plans so you can choose your ideal living space. Our convenient location in Houston places you moments away from popular dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. The home you’ve been searching for is waiting for you at The Ellis Apartments.
Highlights
- Walk-In Closets
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 918price $645square feet 765availibility Jul 30
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Unit 911price $630square feet 765availibility Aug 16
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Unit 1409price $660square feet 721availibility Aug 16
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Unit 2206price $945square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 2102price $980square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 1519price $1,010square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 1105price $1,415square feet 1,179availibility Now
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Unit 1201price $1,445square feet 1,179availibility Jun 17
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Unit 1902price $1,095square feet 1,145availibility Jun 16
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Unit 509price $1,295square feet 1,003availibility Jun 17
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Unit 504price $1,155square feet 1,003availibility Jun 19
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Unit 511price $1,270square feet 1,003availibility Jul 15
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Unit 606price $1,445square feet 1,147availibility Now
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Unit 310price $1,455square feet 1,147availibility Now
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Unit 604price $1,425square feet 1,147availibility Aug 18
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Unit 918price $645square feet 765availibility Jul 30
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Unit 911price $630square feet 765availibility Aug 16
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Unit 1409price $660square feet 721availibility Aug 16
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Unit 2206price $945square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 2102price $980square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 1519price $1,010square feet 987availibility Now
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Unit 1105price $1,415square feet 1,179availibility Now
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Unit 1201price $1,445square feet 1,179availibility Jun 17
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Unit 1902price $1,095square feet 1,145availibility Jun 16
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Unit 509price $1,295square feet 1,003availibility Jun 17
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Unit 504price $1,155square feet 1,003availibility Jun 19
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Unit 511price $1,270square feet 1,003availibility Jul 15
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Unit 606price $1,445square feet 1,147availibility Now
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Unit 310price $1,455square feet 1,147availibility Now
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Unit 604price $1,425square feet 1,147availibility Aug 18
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Trash ReimbursementTrash Charge Charged per unit.$15 / mo
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Pest Control ReimbursementPest Control Charge Charged per unit.$5 / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application FeeApplication Fee Charged per applicant.$45
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Administrative FeeAdministrative Fee Charged per unit.$85
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Pet Fees Or ChargesNon Refundable Pet Fee - Dog Charged per pet.$150
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Pet RentPet Rent - Dog Charged per pet.$30 / mo
70 lbs. Weight LimitComments2 pet limit per apartment. 70 lbs. weight limit. No exotic or poisonous pet. No aggressive breeds. Pets not allowed in amenity/office areas. Secure animals during service requests. All pets and service animals must be registered with the leasing o...Read More Read Less -
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Cats
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Pet Fees Or ChargesNon Refundable Pet Fee - Cat Charged per pet.$150
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Pet RentPet Rent - Cat Charged per pet.$30 / mo
70 lbs. Weight LimitComments -
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Other Pets
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Pet DepositCharged per pet.$150
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Covered
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$45 / mo
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Other
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Rentable Parking Spaces - ParkingRentable Parking Spaces - Parking Charged per vehicle.$45 / mo
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Excluded Parking Spaces - ParkingExcluded Parking Spaces - Parking Charged per vehicle.$45 / mo
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Cleaning ChargesCarpet Cleaning Charged per unit.$0.01
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Resident DamagesDamages - General 2 Charged per unit.$0.01
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Extra Keys Or Lock ChangesKeys not returned Charged per unit.$0.01
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Transfer FeeTransfer Fee Charged per unit.$300
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Reletting FeeInsufficient Notice Charged per unit.85% of base rent
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Eviction / Legal FeesAttorney / Legal Charges Charged per unit.$0.01
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Month To Month ChargesMonth To Month Charges Charged per unit.$150
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Lease Termination FeeLease Termination Fee Charged per unit.150% of base rent
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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6 - 13 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1970
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286 units/2 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Ellis Apartments
Welcome Home to The Ellis Apartments! Kick back, relax and enjoy the good life at The Ellis Apartments. Our 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments & Townhomes in Houston, Texas, come in a variety of floor plans so you can choose your ideal living space. Our convenient location in Houston places you moments away from popular dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. The home you’ve been searching for is waiting for you at The Ellis Apartments.
The Ellis Apartments is an apartment community located in Harris County and the 77081 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Houston Independent School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 1st Floor
- Black appliances
- Ceramic Tile Bath 1
- Ceramic Tile Bath 2
- Ceramic Tile Bed 1
- Ceramic Tile Bed 2
- Ceramic Tile Bed 3
- Ceramic Tile Dining
- Ceramic Tile Hallway
- Ceramic Tile Kitchen
- Ceramic Tile Living Room
- Close to Laundry Room
- Close to Parking
- Close to Playground
- Gatewise
- Private Entrance
- Tiled Backsplash
- White Appliances
- Wood Faux Blinds
- Wood Vinyl Bath 1
- Wood Vinyl Bath 2
- Wood Vinyl Bed 1
- Wood Vinyl Bed 2
- Wood Vinyl Bed 3
- Wood Vinyl Dining Room
- Wood Vinyl Hallway
- Wood Vinyl Kitchen
- Wood Vinyl Living Room
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Playground
Clubhouse
Laundry Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Service
- Online Services
- Clubhouse
- Playground
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Refrigerator
Disposal
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Built-In Bookshelves
- Walk-In Closets
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
Gulton is a neighborhood about 10 miles southwest of Downtown Houston. Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the nation and Gulfton reflects that with over 50 languages spoken in the neighborhood. Gulfton is packed with small businesses and is known for its wide variety of restaurants serving everything from fast food to authentic global dishes. Gulfton has affordable and upscale rentals in a variety of styles including single-family houses and large apartment complexes. Along with ample amenities and housing options, renters are attracted to Gulfton for its stellar location. The neighborhood is convenient to trendy Greenway/Upper Kirby and borders Uptown to the south, home to the Galleria, Houston’s premier shopping destination. Gulfton is great for renters who work in the city or just want to remain close to Downtown Houston.
Learn more about living in GulftonCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Gulfton | Houston, TX | |
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| Studio | $755 | $1,080 |
| 1 Bedroom | $877 | $1,185 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,221 | $1,504 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,549 | $1,941 |
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Service
- Online Services
- Clubhouse
- Playground
- 1st Floor
- Black appliances
- Ceramic Tile Bath 1
- Ceramic Tile Bath 2
- Ceramic Tile Bed 1
- Ceramic Tile Bed 2
- Ceramic Tile Bed 3
- Ceramic Tile Dining
- Ceramic Tile Hallway
- Ceramic Tile Kitchen
- Ceramic Tile Living Room
- Close to Laundry Room
- Close to Parking
- Close to Playground
- Gatewise
- Private Entrance
- Tiled Backsplash
- White Appliances
- Wood Faux Blinds
- Wood Vinyl Bath 1
- Wood Vinyl Bath 2
- Wood Vinyl Bed 1
- Wood Vinyl Bed 2
- Wood Vinyl Bed 3
- Wood Vinyl Dining Room
- Wood Vinyl Hallway
- Wood Vinyl Kitchen
- Wood Vinyl Living Room
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Built-In Bookshelves
- Walk-In Closets
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 3pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.3 mi |
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Transportation options available in Houston include Dryden/Tmc Stn Sb, located 5.4 miles from The Ellis Apartments. The Ellis Apartments is near William P Hobby, located 17.8 miles or 32 minutes away, and George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 29.6 miles or 39 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.7 mi | |
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.8 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.7 mi |
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William P Hobby
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Drive: | 32 min | 17.8 mi |
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George Bush Intcntl/Houston
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Drive: | 39 min | 29.6 mi |
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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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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Nature Discovery Center
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Buffalo Bayou Paddling Trail
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi |
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Club Creek Park and Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
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Houston Maritime Museum
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.8 mi |
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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.9 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.1 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 46 min | 32.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 75 min | 57.8 mi |
The Ellis Apartments Photos
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The Ellis Apartments
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Models
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2BR/1BA
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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While The Ellis Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at The Ellis Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
The Ellis Apartments has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $630/mo. to $1,455/mo.
Yes, The Ellis Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $630 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $25,200 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Ellis Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! The Ellis Apartments offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
5900 Bissonnet St
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