Inside this guide
- The Rice at a glance (checked Oct 2, 2026)
- How much does The Rice cost? (checked Oct 2, 2026)
- What floor plans does The Rice have?
- What fees does The Rice charge besides rent? (from The Rice fee guide, Oct 2, 2026)
- What amenities does The Rice list?
- What is the pet policy at The Rice?
- What are the lease terms, utilities and parking at The Rice?
- Where is The Rice and what is nearby?
- What do reviewers say about The Rice?
- Frequently asked questions
- Want help finding your Houston apartment? It’s free.
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By Alexander Concepcion, Taco Street Locating. Checked Oct 2, 2026 against The Rice’s website.
The Rice is a historic downtown Houston high-rise at 909 Texas Avenue. On Oct 2, 2026, its floor plans page showed a total monthly price of $1,884.62 for the lowest one-bedroom and $2,082.62 for the lowest two-bedroom, with $157.62 of fixed monthly fees included. It advertised up to 6 weeks of base rent free for move-ins by Oct 15.
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The Rice at a glance (checked Oct 2, 2026)
| Fact | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 909 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002 | Property website |
| Neighborhood | Downtown Houston historic district | Property website |
| Year built | 1920 (from our property database; not rechecked) | Our database |
| Units | Not listed | Property website |
| Floor plans | Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom plan filters; no studio or three-bedroom card was available that day | Property floor plans page |
| Rent from | 1BR $1,884.62 total ($1,727 base); 2BR $2,082.62 total ($1,925 base) | Property floor plans page |
| Specials | Up to 6 weeks base rent free if you move in by 10/15; minimum lease term applies; other costs and fees excluded | Property floor plans page |
| Pets | Pet friendly; $250 deposit, $250 fee and $20 a month rent per pet; no count or breed rules published | Property fee guide |
| Lease terms | 12 months (1BR A8) and 10 months (2BR B1) on the displayed units | Property floor plans page |
| Parking | Garage with controlled access; optional parking $85 to $100 a month | Property amenities page and fee guide |
| Phone / hours | (832) 346-9556; Mon, Wed, Fri 9 to 6, Tue and Thu 10 to 6, Sat 10 to 5, Sun closed | Property website |
How much does The Rice cost? (checked Oct 2, 2026)
The Rice shows a Total Monthly Leasing Price, which the property says includes base rent, all mandatory monthly fees and any optional fees you select. It excludes usage-based utilities and charges due at move-in or move-out. On Oct 2, 2026, the lowest one-bedroom was Plan A8 at $1,884.62 a month total ($1,727 base rent, 12-month lease, available now). The lowest two-bedroom was Plan B1 at $2,082.62 total ($1,925 base rent, 10-month lease, available now). Both totals sit $157.62 above base rent, which matches the fixed required monthly fees on the fee guide below. See the Rice floor plans page for what is open.
Special: “Fall into Savings! Lease now to receive up to 6 weeks base rent free if you move-in by 10/15! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.” The free weeks apply to base rent only, so the fixed monthly fees still apply. Ask how the weeks are applied and whether your lease term qualifies.
What floor plans does The Rice have?
| Plan | Beds | Total monthly price on Oct 2, 2026 | Base rent / lease |
|---|---|---|---|
| A8 | 1BR | $1,884.62 | $1,727 / 12 months |
| B1 | 2BR | $2,082.62 | $1,925 / 10 months |
| Studio and three-bedroom plans | Studio, 3BR | None available that day; ask | n/a |
Source: The Rice’s floor plans page, Oct 2, 2026. Square footage was not captured, so see the property page for plan sizes.
What fees does The Rice charge besides rent? (from The Rice fee guide, Oct 2, 2026)
| Fee | Amount | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative fee | $250 per unit, one time | Yes |
| Application fee | $85 per applicant, one time | Yes |
| Security deposit | $1,000 to $1,750 per unit, refundable | Yes |
| Community amenity fee | $65 per month | Yes |
| Internet services | $65 per month | Yes |
| Trash hauling | $15 per month | Yes |
| Trash administrative fee | $3 per month | Yes |
| Gas and gas administrative fee | $3 per month each | Yes |
| Pest control | $2 per month | Yes |
| Drainage fee | $1.62 per month | Yes |
| Electric, chilled water, water and sewer | Usage-based; submeter admin fee varies | Yes |
| Renters liability insurance (third party) | Varies | Yes |
| Parking | $85 to $100 per month | Optional |
| Pet deposit | $250 per pet, refundable | Only with a pet |
| Pet fee | $250 per pet | Only with a pet |
| Pet management (third party) | $25 to $30 per pet | Only with a pet |
| Pet rent | $20 per pet per month | Only with a pet |
| Clubhouse deposit and rental | $350 deposit; $250 rental | Optional |
| Guest suite | $150 per night | Optional |
| Access device replacement | $5 to $75 | If needed |
| Lock change | $50 | If needed |
| Parking vehicle registration | $100 | If needed |
| Intra-community transfer | $500 to $1,000 | If needed |
| Month-to-month premium | $200 to $400 | If needed |
| Late fee | 9.99% of base rent | If late |
| Returned payment | $50 | If needed |
| Alternative payment service | $14.99 | If used |
| Reletting charge | 85% of base rent | If you break the lease |
The fixed required monthly fees on the guide add up to $157.62 (community amenity $65, internet $65, trash $15 and $3, gas $3 and $3, pest $2, drainage $1.62), plus usage-based utilities and renters liability. The site lists “complimentary valet parking” as a perk but also shows parking at $85 to $100 a month, so ask which applies to you. Some items on the guide read “varies” and I have not listed them all.
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What amenities does The Rice list?
Community: complimentary valet parking, controlled-access garage parking, professional concierge services, a remodeled historic underground heated pool and meditation room, a second-floor resident club level, a spin bike room, an executive conference room, a 24-hour fitness center with towel service, an outdoor terrace with lounge and grills, guest suites, the historic Crystal Ballroom, a remodeled lobby, a cold plunge and sauna and on-site retail and restaurants. It is in the downtown historic district, with access to the Houston tunnels and the Metrorail.
Apartment: select homes have a penthouse option, gourmet kitchens with islands, quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, brick accent walls, refinished original dark maple wood flooring or polished concrete, large walk-in showers, soaking or clawfoot tubs, washers and dryers and downtown views. Ceiling heights run 10 to 18 feet, and furnished apartments are available.
Amenities are from the property’s website, Oct 2, 2026.
What is the pet policy at The Rice?
The Rice calls itself a pet friendly community and lists a fenced dog park a short distance away at Market Square. Its fee guide shows a $250 refundable pet deposit, a $250 pet fee, $25 to $30 in third-party pet management and $20 a month pet rent per pet. I did not find a limit on pet count or breed, so ask the leasing office for the full pet policy in writing.
What are the lease terms, utilities and parking at The Rice?
The displayed units were a 12-month lease (A8) and a 10-month lease (B1). Month-to-month is listed at a $200 to $400 premium. The special requires a minimum lease term, so ask which terms qualify. Parking is in a controlled-access garage, and optional parking is $85 to $100 a month.
Where is The Rice and what is nearby?
The Rice is at 909 Texas Avenue in downtown Houston. The property says it is in the historic district with access to the Houston tunnels, near Market Square, the Theatre District and the Buffalo Bayou Trails, and on the Metrorail. Its site shows a Walk Score of 96. It lists Taste Kitchen, Bungalow, Rodeo Goat, Brass Tacks and Axelrad Beer Garden nearby, but gives no walk times, so check a map for your own routes. For other downtown options, see our Market Square Tower review and 1810 Main review.
What do reviewers say about The Rice?
Our property database shows a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 431 reviews (retrieval date not recorded and not rechecked). I have not summarized reviewer themes for this page, so read recent reviews on Google and other sites before touring.
Frequently asked questions
How much is rent at The Rice?
On Oct 2, 2026, the lowest one-bedroom was $1,884.62 a month total and the lowest two-bedroom was $2,082.62, including $157.62 of fixed monthly fees.
What fees does The Rice charge beyond rent?
One-time fees are $250 admin, $85 per applicant and a $1,000 to $1,750 refundable deposit. Monthly fixed fees total $157.62, plus usage-based utilities.
Does The Rice have specials?
Yes. It advertised up to 6 weeks of base rent free for move-ins by Oct 15, with a minimum lease term, and other costs and fees excluded.
Is The Rice pet-friendly?
Yes. Fees are a $250 deposit, a $250 fee, $25 to $30 pet management and $20 a month rent per pet. Count and breed limits were not published.
What lease terms does The Rice offer?
The displayed units were 12 months and 10 months. Month-to-month is $200 to $400 extra. Ask which terms qualify for the special.
Where do I tour The Rice?
It is at 909 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002, phone (832) 346-9556. The office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 to 6, Tuesday and Thursday 10 to 6, and Saturday 10 to 5.
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