New Apartments in Houston (2026): 11 New Construction Buildings Leasing Now

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Quick answer: As of October 2026, 11 new construction apartment communities in Houston and nearby Katy were open and leasing on their own websites (checked Oct 14, 2026): The Heron (Museum District), Rone Residences (Upper Kirby), 1010 Waugh (Montrose), Hanover Buffalo Bayou (Autry Park), CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market and Westgrove (Greater Heights and Timbergrove), Heights at 1520 (Sawyer Yards), Ely at the Ballpark (Downtown), The Mill (East End), The Gardens at Greenhouse (far west Houston) and Prose Riviana (Katy). Eight of them listed a move-in special, from one month free to 3 months free on one floor plan.

Looking for new construction apartments in Houston in 2026? Start with operating status, location and product type—not a promotional “new” label. We checked the official property or operator site for every community below on October 14, 2026. The list includes apartments currently advertising active leasing or availability; it does not preserve temporary rent specials, and it separates Houston proper from Katy.

This guide is a focused shortlist, not a directory of every announced project. Construction timelines move, preleasing dates slip and quoted rents change quickly. Confirm the exact unit, total monthly price and move-in date with the property before applying.

Quick comparison: verified new Houston apartments

Community	Area	Product	Status and current offer (checked Oct 14, 2026)
The Gardens at Greenhouse	Far west Houston	1- and 2-bedroom apartments	Open; 3 months free base rent on the A2 floor plan (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Prose Riviana	Katy	Apartments and townhomes	Open; up to 10 weeks free base rent + $1,000 gift card (checked Oct 14, 2026)
The Heron Museum District	Museum District	Conventional apartments	Open; up to $1,500 look-and-lease on its C1 plan (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Rone Residences	Upper Kirby / River Oaks area	Conventional apartments	Open; 4 weeks free on select floor plans (checked Oct 14, 2026)
1010 Waugh	Montrose	High-rise apartments	Open and leasing (no special listed) (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Hanover Buffalo Bayou	Autry Park	High-rise apartments	Open (no special listed) (checked Oct 14, 2026)
CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market	Greater Heights	Studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments	Open; one month free (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Westgrove	Timbergrove	Conventional apartments	Open; 10 weeks free base rent (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Heights at 1520	Near Sawyer Yards	Studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments	Open and leasing (no special listed) (checked Oct 14, 2026)
Ely at the Ballpark	Downtown Houston	Conventional apartments	Open; up to 6 weeks free + waived application and admin fees with move-in by 10/31 (checked Oct 14, 2026)
The Mill	East End	Studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments	Open; 8 weeks free (checked Oct 14, 2026)

“Open and leasing” means the official site showed an active leasing path when checked. It does not promise that a particular floor plan is available today.

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What Are the New Apartments in Houston, by Area?

The new apartment communities in Houston and nearby Katy that this guide covers are grouped below by area, and each has its own section further down this page with details from the property’s official site.

Area	Communities covered
Far west Houston and Katy	The Gardens at Greenhouse; Prose Riviana (in Katy)
Museum District, Upper Kirby and Montrose	The Heron (Museum District); Rone Residences; 1010 Waugh
Autry Park and Buffalo Bayou	Hanover Buffalo Bayou
Greater Heights and Timbergrove	CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market; Westgrove (3001 West 11th Street); Heights at 1520 (1520 Oliver St, next to Sawyer Yards)
Downtown Houston	Ely at the Ballpark (10 Crawford Street)
East End	The Mill (2315 Navigation Blvd)

Availability and specials change, so confirm each building on its own website. To budget before you apply, see our guides to Houston apartment move-in costs and the Houston rental market snapshot with current concessions, or compare luxury apartments near Buffalo Bayou Park.

Houston proper and Houston-area are not the same search

A long “new Houston apartments” list often mixes the city with Katy, Richmond, Cypress and other suburbs. Those can be good options, but the commute and daily routine are very different. This guide labels Katy separately and keeps Richmond build-to-rent communities out of the apartment comparison.

If you need a short commute to Downtown, the Texas Medical Center or an Inner Loop office, begin with the inner-city groups below. If you work on the west side or want suburban space, compare far west Houston and Katy. Test the drive during the hours you will actually travel; a mileage estimate cannot model Houston traffic.

Far west Houston and Katy

The Gardens at Greenhouse

The Gardens at Greenhouse is a conventional apartment option in far west Houston. Its official site describes brand-new one- and two-bedroom homes and currently offers an active leasing path. This can fit renters who want a new-build feel while staying closer to the Energy Corridor and west Houston than to the urban core.

Prose Riviana

Prose Riviana is in Katy, not a Houston city neighborhood. It combines one- and two-bedroom apartments with two- and three-bedroom townhomes, so compare the product type as well as the bedroom count. A townhome may offer a different entry, parking pattern and utility profile than an apartment in the same community.

55+ note: Lofts at Katy Ranch is an active-adult community with a 55+ eligibility requirement. It should not be compared as a general-market apartment without acknowledging that distinction.

Museum District, Upper Kirby and Montrose

The Heron Museum District

The Heron is a new apartment option in the Museum District with an active leasing site. It is near the Texas Medical Center, museums, Hermann Park and METRORail. Before choosing a unit, ask which view and exposure it has, whether nearby construction is active and how parking is priced.

Rone Residences

Rone Residences belongs in an Upper Kirby and River Oaks-adjacent search, rather than a Museum District list. The official site shows active availability. Compare its exact location and driving pattern with the destinations that matter to you; neighborhood names can cover a wider area than renters expect.

1010 Waugh

1010 Waugh is a new high-rise apartment option in Montrose with studio, one- and two-bedroom availability advertised by the property. High-rise comparisons should include parking, elevator access, package handling, guest procedures and any floor or view premiums—not just base rent.

Autry Park and Buffalo Bayou

Hanover Buffalo Bayou

Hanover Buffalo Bayou is an operating high-rise in Autry Park with active floor plans, touring and availability. The mixed-use setting and proximity to Buffalo Bayou Park may be a major draw, but compare the real door-to-door commute and the total recurring monthly fees before deciding.

New high-rises can have meaningful differences between floors and orientations. Ask whether the quoted unit faces traffic, construction, an amenity deck or another tower. Visit at the time of day when noise and sunlight matter most to you.

Greater Heights and Timbergrove

CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market

CO/OP offers studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences near the Houston Farmers Market. The current site uses both modern and renovated language, so do not assume every home has the same finish package or construction history. Confirm the specific unit’s condition and features during the tour.

Westgrove

Westgrove is a brand-new apartment option at 3001 West 11th Street in the Timbergrove and Greater Heights area. Its active official site supports treating it as open and leasing. Compare access to the Heights, Washington Corridor and your employment center, especially if your route crosses major freeway interchanges.

Heights at 1520

Heights at 1520 is at 1520 Oliver St (77007), next to Sawyer Yards, and its official site headlines “Brand New Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Houston.” It lists two pools, a two-story fitness studio, co-working spaces and a pet spa. On its floor plan page (checked October 1, 2026) the lowest listed rents were $1,267 for a studio, $1,584 for a one-bedroom and $2,080 for a two-bedroom, and the site notes that pricing and availability can change. Ask for the full fee breakdown and compare your drive to I-10 and I-45 before you tour.

Downtown Houston

Ely at the Ballpark

Ely at the Ballpark is at 10 Crawford Street in Downtown Houston. The operator describes it as move-in ready and now leasing. Renters considering this location should compare game-day activity, rail access, parking arrangements and the walking route to their most common destinations.

East End

The Mill

The Mill is at 2315 Navigation Blvd (77003) in Houston’s East End, and its official site headlines “Brand New Luxury Apartments in Houston’s East End.” It lists studio, one- and two-bedroom homes, a pool with cabanas, a coworking lounge, a yoga studio and an EV charging station. On its floor plan page (checked October 1, 2026) the lowest listed base rents were $1,249 for a 504 sq ft studio, $1,599 for a 553 sq ft one-bedroom and $2,350 for a 1,163 sq ft two-bedroom; the same plans showed $1,332, $1,682 and $2,433 total monthly with mandatory fees. Many plans showed no price, so confirm the exact home with the leasing office.

How to compare new construction apartments

Ask for the total monthly price

Base rent is only the beginning. Request a written list of recurring required charges: parking, amenity, package, trash, pest, technology, billing and other administrative fees. Ask which utilities are separately metered and which are allocated. Compare the same lease length and move-in date across properties.

Separate gross rent from effective rent

A temporary concession can make an advertised effective rent look lower than the amount due in a normal month. Ask for the gross monthly rent, the exact concession terms, the months in which the credit applies and what happens after renewal. Never assume a special visible today will exist next week.

Confirm that the unit is actually ready

“Now leasing,” “preleasing” and “opening soon” describe different stages. Ask whether you can tour the exact home, whether the certificate of occupancy is complete, which amenities are open and whether construction will continue after move-in. Put any promised completion or accommodation in writing.

Tour the precise floor plan and exposure

Model units can differ from the apartment you receive. Verify flooring, appliances, balcony, ceiling height, storage, cellular signal, water pressure and window direction. Photograph the condition at move-in and complete the property’s inspection form by its deadline.

Comparing buildings? See our downtown Houston apartments guide, with 9 buildings, prices and current specials.

Frequently asked questions

Which new construction apartments in Houston are leasing in 2026?

As of Oct 14, 2026, The Heron, Rone Residences, 1010 Waugh, Hanover Buffalo Bayou, CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market, Westgrove, Heights at 1520, Ely at the Ballpark, The Mill and The Gardens at Greenhouse were open and leasing in Houston, and Prose Riviana in Katy, per their own websites.

Do newly built Houston apartments have move-in specials?

Yes, most did on Oct 14, 2026. Westgrove listed 10 weeks free base rent, Prose Riviana up to 10 weeks plus a $1,000 gift card, The Mill 8 weeks, Ely at the Ballpark up to 6 weeks, Rone Residences 4 weeks, CO/OP one month, and The Gardens at Greenhouse 3 months free on its A2 plan. Confirm terms with each office.

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What are the newest apartments in Houston?

There is no permanent “newest” list because openings and availability change. The communities above had current official leasing signals on October 14, 2026. Use that as a researched starting point, then verify your exact unit and move-in date directly.

Are new apartments more expensive?

Often, but not always. New buildings may charge premiums for finishes, amenities or location while offering temporary lease incentives. Compare total recurring cost, effective cost for the initial term and likely renewal exposure. An older property with fewer fees can be the better value.

Should I rent in Houston or Katy?

Choose based on the daily trip, not the regional label. Katy may suit west-side work and suburban preferences; central Houston may reduce travel to Downtown, the Medical Center or Inner Loop destinations. Price the commute, tolls and parking alongside rent.

Can an apartment locator help with new construction?

Yes. A locator can help narrow the list, confirm current availability and organize tours. Property pricing and specials still come from the community and can change without notice. Taco Street Locating’s service is free to renters when the apartment community pays a referral fee.

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