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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Washer / dryer connections
  • Pet friendly community

Location

10555 Spice Ln, Houston, TX 77072, USA|Alief
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Property Overview

Cantera receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its appeal to renters. With a perfect price rating of 10, it offers excellent value for its amenities and location, complemented by a standout amenities rating of 10, showcasing various features like on-site laundry and pet-friendly options. The property is well-positioned, earning a location rating of 9, and has garnered a trustworthiness rating of 7, providing potential renters with a clear insight into its offerings.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Cantera is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cantera has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

18071 bed1 bath813 sqft$766 /mo
2211 bed1 bath813 sqft$811 /mo
2051 bed1 bath813 sqft$816 /mo
5112 bed1 bath865 sqft$883 /mo
17162 bed1 bath868 sqft$904 /mo
13072 bed1 bath865 sqft$918 /mo
3122 bed1 bath868 sqft$919 /mo
5052 bed1 bath865 sqft$928 /mo
9142 bed2 bath960 sqft$941 /mo
17072 bed1 bath868 sqft$954 /mo
9122 bed2 bath960 sqft$980 /mo
11042 bed2 bath960 sqft$991 /mo
1053 bed2 bath1,152 sqft$1,473 /mo
12013 bed2 bath1,152 sqft$1,483 /mo
1013 bed2 bath1,152 sqft$1,488 /mo

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Amenities for Cantera

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Built in BookcasesBuilt-In Bookshelves
CarpetCentral Heat and Air
Double SinksFireplace
FreezerGranite Countertop
Half Bath DownstarisHardwood Floor
Heat: forced airOffice
Private Patios and BalconiesTile Floor
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

Central A/CGarbage Disposals
In-Unit LaundryRange/Oven
RefrigeratorWasher Dryer Connections

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free
Virtual Tours Available

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBeautiful Courtyards
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

Copy and Fax ServicesOn-Site Maintenance
Online Community PortalPass-Through Serving Bars

Neighborhood

On Bus LinePublic Transportation

Other

Online PaymentsWell Designed Energy Efficient Kitchens
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built1978
Units256
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About Cantera

HomeApartments in HoustonAlief Cantera

Cantera is a Houston Apartment located at 10555 Spice Lane. The property features 1 - 3 BR rental units available starting at $766. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, On-Site Laundry, and Washer / Dryer Connections. Surface Parking parking and Guest parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1978

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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Cantera is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cantera has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Cantera
Price·10A 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.
Cantera offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Cantera 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.
Cantera 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·6A 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.
While Cantera does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Cantera 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.

Cantera is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Built-in desks or shelving for office use
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 Cantera compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 55 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Alief

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in Alief.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Cantera to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Alief.

3-bedroom apartments at Cantera cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Alief.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Alief
Houston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,183
April 2024$1,154
May 2024$1,209
June 2024$1,302
July 2024$1,216
August 2024$1,235
September 2024$1,260
October 2024$1,245
November 2024$1,235
December 2024$1,271
January 2025$1,276
February 2025$1,255
March 2025$1,242
April 2025$1,239
May 2025$1,243
June 2025$1,283
July 2025$1,247
August 2025$1,238
September 2025$1,239
October 2025$1,222
November 2025$1,205
December 2025$1,206
January 2026$1,211
February 2026$1,255
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Alief
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$828
April 2024$887
May 2024$914
June 2024$885
July 2024$864
August 2024$858
September 2024$877
October 2024$860
November 2024$857
December 2024$906
January 2025$901
February 2025$876
March 2025$894
April 2025$876
May 2025$884
June 2025$894
July 2025$916
August 2025$906
September 2025$882
October 2025$898
November 2025$886
December 2025$879
January 2026$863
February 2026$867

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,440 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $811.
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Neighborhood

Alief | Houston, TX

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Houston near 10555 Spice Ln

Walking

6/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 10555 Spice Ln, Houston

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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