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By Alexander Concepcion, Taco Street Locating. Checked Oct 2, 2026 against each property’s own website (linked in the table).
Houston security deposits on the sites I checked on Oct 2, 2026 ran $200 to $1,000: Citadel and The Star list $1,000, Grey House $500 to $1,000, and 1810 Main $200 to $300. Metro Midtown lists a monthly deposit waiver of $22 to $49 as an alternative, and Quail Chase lists a limited-time $99 reduced deposit.
How much is the security deposit at Houston apartments? (checked Oct 2, 2026)
| Community | Security deposit, as listed | Ways to lower or replace it, as listed | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel (site) | $1,000 per household, mandatory; the site adds that amounts may vary based on screening | None listed on the page I read | 2220 Pinegate Dr, Houston, TX 77008 |
| The Star (fee schedule dated 4/6/2026) | $1,000 per unit, refundable and required; an additional deposit is “determined based on screening results” | None listed | 1111 Rusk St, Houston, TX 77002 |
| Grey House at River Oaks (FAQ) | “Standard deposits range from $500-$1,000,” with additional deposits possible depending on screening | None listed | 4444 Westheimer Rd, Suite A190, Houston, TX 77027 |
| 1810 Main (2026 fee breakdown) | $200 to $300 refundable per unit; a “Security Deposit Additional” of up to one month’s rent may be added for added risk | None listed | 1810 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 |
| Pearl at the Mix (FAQ) | “A security deposit starting at $300 (may vary based on screening results)” | Waived application fee and half admin fee for named groups; no deposit change listed | 2910 Milam St, Houston, TX 77006 |
| Metro Midtown (site) | “Varies – Based on approved credit”; amount not stated | “Deposit Waiver Min: $22.00 – $49.00 Monthly,” listed as a situational fee that varies with approved credit | 2350 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77006 |
| Broadstone EaDo (FAQ) | A refundable security deposit is due at move-in; the amount is not stated on the pages I read, and the floor-plans page says it may change based on screening, within legal maximums | None listed | 2425 Bell St, Houston, TX 77003 |
| Quail Chase (site) | Not stated | “Limited-time $99 reduced deposit, plus waived application and admin fees”; the property participates in an affordable housing program with income limits, and some restrictions may apply | 500 W Airtex Blvd, Houston, TX 77090 |
| Tierra Del Sol (June 22, 2026 journal post) | The FAQ says deposit amounts vary by apartment size and qualification | The June 22, 2026 post lists “$0 deposit for qualified applicants and only $99 application & admin fee”; I did not see it on the home page on Oct 2, 2026, so confirm it is current | 8000 Cook Rd, Houston, TX 77072 |
A deposit is usually refundable if you leave the home in good condition; a deposit waiver or alternative is usually a monthly fee you do not get back. Metro Midtown’s listed $22 to $49 a month over a 12-month lease comes to $264 to $588, so compare that with a refundable deposit before choosing it. On the other building sites I read for this page I did not see a $99 deposit offer. The $99 and $0 offers above come from smaller communities, and one is dated June 2026, so treat them as leads to confirm, not promises.
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How do I compare a deposit with a deposit alternative?
Ask for both prices on the same home and lease term. A refundable deposit ties up cash but comes back; a monthly waiver fee frees the cash but is a cost. Also ask whether the deposit changes after screening, whether a guarantor or an additional deposit can be required, and how long the refund takes after move-out.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a security deposit at a Houston apartment?
The buildings on this page listed $1,000 at Citadel and The Star, $500 to $1,000 at Grey House, $200 to $300 at 1810 Main and a starting amount of $300 at Pearl at the Mix, as of Oct 2, 2026. Several say it can rise with screening.
Can I get a Houston apartment with no deposit?
Some offers exist but are conditional. Metro Midtown lists a monthly deposit waiver fee, Tierra Del Sol’s June 22, 2026 post lists $0 deposit for qualified applicants, and Quail Chase lists a $99 reduced deposit under its program. Confirm each with the office.
What is a deposit waiver?
It is a monthly fee instead of a lump-sum deposit. Metro Midtown lists “Deposit Waiver Min: $22.00 – $49.00 Monthly,” varying with approved credit. Ask whether the fee is refundable. It usually is not.
Is the security deposit refundable?
1810 Main and The Star label their deposits refundable. Broadstone EaDo calls its deposit a refundable security deposit. Check each lease for the conditions for a full refund.
Does the deposit change if my screening is weak?
Several sites say so. The Star, Grey House, Pearl at the Mix, Metro Midtown and Broadstone EaDo list screening-based changes or additional deposits. Ask for the exact rule in writing.
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