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 September 1, 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 checked September 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens at Greenhouse | Far west Houston | 1- and 2-bedroom apartments | Open and leasing |
| Prose Riviana | Katy | Apartments and townhomes | Open and leasing |
| The Heron Museum District | Museum District | Conventional apartments | Open and leasing |
| Rone Residences | Upper Kirby / River Oaks area | Conventional apartments | Open with availability |
| 1010 Waugh | Montrose | High-rise apartments | Open and leasing |
| Hanover Buffalo Bayou | Autry Park | High-rise apartments | Open with tours and availability |
| CO/OP at the Houston Farmers Market | Greater Heights | Studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments | Open and leasing |
| Westgrove | Timbergrove | Conventional apartments | Open and leasing |
| Ely at the Ballpark | Downtown Houston | Conventional apartments | Move-in ready and leasing |
“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.
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. Its location can work well for renters prioritizing access to 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.
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.
For a broader neighborhood-level comparison, read our guide to the safest neighborhoods near Downtown Houston. Safety is personal and block-specific, so visit in daylight and after dark and review current public information rather than relying on a single ranking.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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 September 1, 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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