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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Outdoor recreation
  • Convenient location
  • Variety of floor plans

Location

5900 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77081, USA|Gulfton
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Management

INDUS MANAGEMENT GROUP

Leasing office

(844) 329-3493 ext. 5036

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

The Ellis Apartments offers strong value with an 8.3 expert rating, backed by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location. It stands out for its convenient location, outdoor recreation access, variety of floor plans, and pet-friendly surroundings, along with 37 photos and a high value-for-money percentile.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Ellis Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ellis Apartments 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

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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Cypress1 bed1 bath765 sqft$755–$875 /mo3 units available
Holly1 bed1 bath721 sqft$840–$875 /mo2 units available
Magnolia1 bed1 bath823 sqft$1,005–$1,130 /mo
Spruce1 bed1 bath610 sqft$1,015 /mo
Cedar1 bed1.5 bath678 sqft$1,080–$1,170 /mo
Oak2 bed1 bath987 sqft$850–$970 /mo3 units available
Cherry2 bed1 bath789 sqft$1,050 /mo
Willow2 bed1 bath1,145 sqft$1,095 /mo1 unit available
Fir2 bed1 bath810 sqft$1,165 /mo
Pine2 bed1 bath855 sqft$1,190 /mo
Hickory2 bed2 bath1,003 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit available
Boxwood2 bed1.5 bath1,179 sqft$1,275–$1,290 /mo2 units available
Beech2 bed1 bath1,160 sqft$1,355 /mo
Walnut3 bed2 bath1,147 sqft$1,410 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Ellis Apartments

Apartment Amenities

1st FloorCeramic Tile Bath 1
Ceramic Tile Bed 1Ceramic Tile Dining
Ceramic Tile HallwayCeramic Tile Kitchen
Ceramic Tile Living RoomGranite Countertops
Private EntrancePrivate Patio
Tiled BacksplashWood Faux Blinds
Wood Vinyl Dining RoomWood Vinyl Kitchen

Appliances

Black Appliances

Building

Cats OKClose to Laundry Room
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Close To Parking

Neighborhood

Close to Playground

Other

GatewiseWood Vinyl Hallway
Wood Vinyl Living Room
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Online Application Fee.

$45

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

Contact Property

Trash Reimbursement

Monthly. Trash Charge.

$15

Pest Control Reimbursement

Monthly. Pest Control Charge.

$5

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Excluded Parking Spaces - Parking.

Excluded Parking Spaces - Parking

Excluded Parking Spaces - Parking

Monthly. 2 excluded parking spaces - parkings max.

$45

Rentable Parking Spaces - Parking

Rentable Parking Spaces - Parking

Monthly. 2 rentable parking spaces - parkings max.

$45

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat - Pet Fees Or Charges

One-time. 2 cats max. Non Refundable Pet Fee - Cat.

$150

Cat - Pet Rent

Monthly. Pet Rent - Cat.

$30

Dog

Dog - Pet Fees Or Charges

One-time. 2 dogs max. Non Refundable Pet Fee - Dog.

$150

Dog - Pet Rent

Monthly. Pet Rent - Dog.

$30

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units294
Lease terms6–13 months
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About The Ellis Apartments

HomeApartments in HoustonGulfton The Ellis Apartments

Welcome Home to The Ellis Apartments! Kick back, relax and enjoy the good life at The Ellis Apartments. Our 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments & Townhomes in Houston, Texas, come in a variety of floor plans so you can choose your ideal living space. Our convenient location in Houston places you moments away from popular dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation. The home you’ve been searching for is waiting for you at The Ellis Apartments.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Ellis Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ellis Apartments 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 The Ellis Apartments
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.
The Ellis Apartments 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·9A 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.
The Ellis Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Ellis Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Ellis Apartments 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 The Ellis Apartments 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.
The Ellis Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

My air conditioning wasn't cooling over the weekend, heat was terrible . I requested a maintenance check thru my app. Monday morning my wife went to the office to double check request and even though the check list was full office manager set me up for same day . When I got home exhausted from work Ac was nice and cool . I appreciate. 3 years living at the Ellis Apartments been good for my family . Cool beans thanks

Ariel Martinez

Ariel Martinez

Aug 08, 2024

Friendly people who work in office. Ms. Martinez and Mrs. Dominguez are very friendly. Answer faster if need help. The maintenance guys are doing good job. Do work quickly if needed. Love to live here and stay here for long time. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽.

Joey Zapata

Joey Zapata

Feb 28, 2020

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Ellis Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

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 The Ellis Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Gulfton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% higher than 1-bedrooms in Gulfton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Ellis Apartments to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gulfton.

3-bedroom apartments at The Ellis Apartments cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Gulfton.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Gulfton
Houston
A table of studio rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,373
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
December 2025$1,338
January 2026$1,348
February 2026$1,349
March 2026$1,310
April 2026$1,310
May 2026$1,145
June 2026$998
July 2026$1,014
August 2026$999
A table of studio rental data trends in Gulfton
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$732
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
December 2025$820
January 2026$811
February 2026$812
March 2026$781
April 2026$790
May 2026$785
June 2026$733
July 2026$800
August 2026$800

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,005.
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Schools near The Ellis Apartments

Braeburn Elementary School

5550 pine st

houston, TX, 77081

PK, K-5Public
C

Gabriela Mistral Center For Early Childhood

6203 jessamine

houston, TX, 77081

PK, KPublic
B

Sheldon Lake Elementary School

13002 sheldon community dr

houston, TX, 77044

1-5Public
C+

Mark White Elementary School

2515 old farm rd

houston, TX, 77063

PK, K-5Public
B-

NEW PRE-K CENTER

10807 boone loop rd

houston, TX, 77099

PKPublic
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Getting around Houston near 5900 Bissonnet St

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

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5900 Bissonnet St, Houston

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
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
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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