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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

7001 Hillcroft Avenue, Houston, Texas 77081, United States|Gulfton
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Property Overview

The Santa Monica property receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 9 out of 10, indicating it is an excellent rental choice. It offers a competitive price-to-value ratio along with a perfect amenities score, featuring on-site laundry, covered parking, and a pet-friendly community. Additionally, its prime location provides convenient access to schools and various outdoor spaces, while transparency in property management enhances trustworthiness with a rating of 7 out of 10.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
Santa Monica is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

115-AStudio1 bath460 sqft$815 /mo
1541 bed1 bath665 sqft$825 /mo
21 bed1 bath704 sqft$880 /mo
541 bed1 bath704 sqft$930 /mo
361 bed1 bath736 sqft$1,060 /mo
1362 bed1 bath960 sqft$1,344 /mo
1452 bed1 bath960 sqft$1,389 /mo
1642 bed2 bath960 sqft$1,402 /mo

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Amenities for Santa Monica

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
DenGranite Countertop
New Lighting and Plumbing FixturesOffice
Recently RenovatedTile Floor
Tiled BacksplashesWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Black Appliance Packages Available

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Water Fill Station and Vending Machine

Grounds

Assigned ParkingCommunity Gardens
CourtyardGarden
Gated EntryGazebo
Outdoor Space

Services

Bilingual StaffBlue Star Certified
Courtesy PatrolOn-Site Maintenance
Package ServiceVirtual Walkthrough

Neighborhood

Easy Freeway AccessGreat Location

Other

Community FeesNew 2" Blinds
Online PaymentsOnline Resident Portal
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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built1962
Units168
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About Santa Monica

HomeApartments in HoustonGulfton Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a Houston Apartment located at 7001 Hillcroft. The property features Studio - 2 rental units available starting at $815. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1962

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Santa Monica is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Santa Monica
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Santa Monica stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Santa Monica stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Santa Monica is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Santa Monica has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Santa Monica provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Santa Monica is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Santa Monica compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 148 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Gulfton

Studio apartments at Santa Monica cost about 2% more than the average rent price for studios in Gulfton.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Gulfton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Santa Monica to be 16% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gulfton.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Gulfton
Houston
A table of studio rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,300
January 2024$1,298
February 2024$1,300
March 2024$1,300
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,311
June 2024$1,348
July 2024$1,367
August 2024$1,366
September 2024$1,359
October 2024$1,346
November 2024$1,354
December 2024$1,368
January 2025$1,326
February 2025$1,248
March 2025$1,283
April 2025$1,328
May 2025$1,343
June 2025$1,386
July 2025$1,347
August 2025$1,316
September 2025$1,366
October 2025$1,394
November 2025$1,368
A table of studio rental data trends in Gulfton
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$752
January 2024$774
February 2024$782
March 2024$750
April 2024$718
May 2024$685
June 2024$690
August 2024$736
September 2024$748
October 2024$736
November 2024$706
December 2024$727
January 2025$754
February 2025$764
March 2025$769
April 2025$792
May 2025$792
June 2025$797
July 2025$796
August 2025$800
September 2025$799
October 2025$791
November 2025$793

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $815.
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Schools near Santa Monica

Gabriela Mistral Center For Early Childhood

6203 jessamine

houston, TX, 77081

PK, KPublic
B

Braeburn Elementary School

5550 pine st

houston, TX, 77081

PK, K-5Public
C

R.D.S.P.D.

4040 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, K-4Public

MLK Early Childhood Center

3930 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, KPublic
B+

Soar Center

4400 w 18th st

houston, TX, 77027

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Houston near 7001 Hillcroft Avenue

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 7001 Hillcroft Avenue, Houston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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