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- River Oaks apartments: 6 buildings compared (checked Oct 12, 2026)
- River Oaks at a glance
- Transit, walkability and commute
- Parks, dining and errands
- How to choose a River Oaks apartment
- Frequently asked questions
- How do River Oaks move-in specials work?
- More River Oaks buildings to ask about
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River Oaks is a central Houston neighborhood west of Montrose and east of the Galleria, bordered by Buffalo Bayou, Westheimer Road and Shepherd Drive, with apartments mostly along its edges in Upper Kirby, West Gray and near River Oaks District. On Oct 12, 2026, three buildings we checked listed studios from $1,525 to $1,583.
River Oaks apartments: 6 buildings compared (checked Oct 12, 2026)
| Building | Address | Unit types | Starting price as shown (checked Oct 12, 2026) | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ivy | 2311 Mid Ln, Houston 77027 | Studio to 3BR | Studio $1,583, 1BR $2,088, 2BR $2,860, 3BR $5,965 | Near River Oaks District; pet friendly (up to 2 pets) |
| Bowen River Oaks | 2020 Westcreek Ln, Houston 77027 | Studio to 2BR | Studio $1,525, 1BR $1,822, 2BR $2,533 | In the 77027 area west of River Oaks; several plans showed only a few homes left |
| The Anderson at River Oaks | 2724 Kipling St, Houston 77098 | Studio to 2BR | Studio $1,581.25, 1BR $1,762.25, 2BR $2,403.25 (total monthly) | Upper Kirby side of River Oaks; renovated amenities |
| NOVEL River Oaks | 2511 Willowick Rd, Houston 77027 | 1BR to 3BR and townhome-style | Not listed on the home page; advertises up to 4 weeks free base rent | Townhome-style layouts |
| The Driscoll at River Oaks | 1958 W Gray St, Houston 77019 | 1BR to 3BR and penthouses | Not listed online; contact the leasing office | High-rise on West Gray with penthouse layouts |
| Alta River Oaks | 3636 W Dallas St, Houston 77019 | 1BR to 3BR | Not listed online; site advertises up to 6 weeks free base rent | Large 1- to 3-bedroom layouts |
Prices are what each building’s own website showed on Oct 12, 2026; The Anderson shows a total monthly price including required fees, and the others show the price as listed. Income-restricted homes are not priced here. Each name links to our full review.
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River Oaks at a glance
- Location: inside Loop 610 in central Houston, between Montrose, Upper Kirby and the Galleria area. The residential core of River Oaks is mostly houses, so most buildings sit on its edges along West Gray, Westheimer, San Felipe and Kirby Drive. ZIP codes 77019, 77027 and 77098.
- Buildings: high-rises and mid-rises, many with concierge, garage parking and resort-style pools.
Transit, walkability and commute
River Oaks Shopping Center on West Gray and River Oaks District on Westheimer are walkable from nearby buildings; elsewhere the area is more car-oriented. METRO buses run along Westheimer, San Felipe and Kirby; check METRO’s trip planner for current routes. Downtown, the Galleria and Greenway Plaza are short drives, and times vary with traffic.
Parks, dining and errands
- Parks: Buffalo Bayou Park and its trails to the north, Memorial Park to the northwest, and River Oaks Park.
- Dining and shopping: River Oaks District, River Oaks Shopping Center, Highland Village and the Upper Kirby restaurant strip.
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How to choose a River Oaks apartment
- Pick your edge: West Gray buildings are closest to downtown and Buffalo Bayou; Westheimer and San Felipe buildings are closer to River Oaks District and the Galleria.
- Compare price types: some buildings show a total monthly price and others show rent only.
- Ask about specials: NOVEL and Alta advertised weeks free on Oct 12, 2026; see also River Oaks and Greenway move-in specials.
Frequently asked questions
How much are apartments in River Oaks Houston?
On Oct 12, 2026, The Ivy, Bowen River Oaks and The Anderson listed studios from $1,525 to $1,583, 1-bedrooms from $1,762.25 to $2,088 and 2-bedrooms from $2,403.25 to $2,860. The Ivy listed 3-bedrooms from $5,965.
Which River Oaks apartments have 3-bedrooms?
The Ivy, NOVEL River Oaks, The Driscoll and Alta River Oaks list 3-bedroom floor plans on their own websites. The Ivy was the only one showing a 3-bedroom price online on Oct 12, 2026.
Are there move-in specials in River Oaks?
On Oct 12, 2026, NOVEL River Oaks advertised up to 4 weeks free base rent and Alta River Oaks advertised up to 6 weeks free base rent. Specials change often; confirm with the leasing office.
Which ISD is River Oaks zoned to?
River Oaks addresses are zoned to Houston ISD. Check the district’s own boundary tool for a specific address.
Does it cost anything to use Taco Street Locating?
No. Our locating service is free for renters. Apartment communities pay us, so it doesn’t change your lease or your specials. I’m Alexander Concepcion, and I’ll be your point of contact; I’m personally involved in every search and available for calls and in-person meet ups.
How do River Oaks move-in specials work?
Most River Oaks specials are a set number of weeks of free base rent, usually spread across the lease or credited in the first months, and they often require a minimum lease term or apply only to select homes. Compare the net effective rent, the lease term the special needs, and required monthly fees before you choose. Specials change weekly, so I reconfirm them with each leasing office before you apply. For the offers we track right now, see River Oaks and Greenway apartments with move-in specials.
More River Oaks buildings to ask about
Beyond the six buildings above, these River Oaks-area communities each have a full review on our site. Ask me for current pricing and specials on any of them:
- Crimson
- Lenox Oaks
- Alexan River Oaks
- Belle Meade River Oaks
- Grey House at River Oaks
- 2929 Weslayan
- Arrive River Oaks
- Reverie at River Hollow
- Best-amenity apartments in River Oaks
- River Oaks penthouse apartments
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