Rice Village Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Upscale shopping district near Rice University with boutiques, restaurants, and proximity to Museum District and Medical Center.
Houston, TXAvg Rent: $1,800/moWalk Score: 72
Walkability
72
Walk Score
Transit
55
Transit Score
Commute
15-20 min
To Downtown
Safety
Excellent
Rating
Rice Village Rent Prices
Studio
$1,100
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,400
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,000
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,700
per month
Rent Trend: Stable premium
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Upscale, academic, residential
Demographics
Students, young professionals, families
Best For
StudentsMedical professionalsYoung professionalsSafe area seekers
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Upscale, chains, trendy
Nightlife
Moderate - student bars, restaurants
Schools
Excellent - Rice University area schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Rice Village
Pros
- Safe
- Good shopping
- Near universities
- Quality restaurants
Cons
- Expensive
- Student-heavy
- Parking difficult
- Limited transit
Parks & Recreation
- Rice University campus
- Hermann Park nearby
Public Transit
- Metro bus lines
- Rail nearby
Popular Streets
- University Boulevard
- Kirby Drive
- Rice Boulevard
Key Amenities
- Rice Village shopping
- Rice University
- Museum District
- Medical Center nearby
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Helpful Resources for Renters
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