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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Newly renovated apartments
  • Laundry facilities in each building, on-call maintenance

Location

6203 Marinette Dr, Houston, TX 77036, USA|Sharpstown
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Management

INDUS MANAGEMENT GROUP

Leasing office

(844) 310-9827 ext. 1095

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Santa Maria features newly renovated apartments with excellent amenities, including on-site laundry and on-call maintenance. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 and a competitive price rating of 10, it balances affordability and value impressively. The property enjoys a prime location that enhances social life and pet friendliness, making it a desirable option for diverse lifestyles.

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, Santa Maria is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Maria 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath720 sqft$867–$887 /mo3 units available
B12 bed1.5 bath1,126 sqft$942–$1,072 /mo3 units available
B22 bed2 bath1,150 sqft$1,016–$1,151 /mo
B32 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$1,098 /mo1 unit available
C13 bed2 bath1,300 sqft$1,510 /mo

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Amenities for Santa Maria

Apartment Amenities

1st Floor2nd Floor
Ceramic Tile Bath 1Ceramic Tile Bed 1
Ceramic Tile DiningCeramic Tile Hallway
Ceramic Tile KitchenCeramic Tile Living Room
Upgraded CabinetsView
Wood Vinyl Dining Room

Appliances

White Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Close To Parking

Other

GatewiseWood 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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Cat policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Bird policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Fish policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Reptile policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Breed restrictions include:

2 pet limit per apartment. 70 lbs. weight limit. No exotic or poisonous pet. No aggressive breeds. Pets not allowed in amenity/office areas. Secure animals during service requests. All pets and service animals must be registered with the leasing office. See community policies for further information. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$0
Building details

Property details

Year built1974
Units193
Lease terms6–13 months
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About Santa Maria

HomeApartments in HoustonSharpstown Santa Maria

Experience the "New" Santa Maria Apartments!Modern Living at Santa Maria Apartments in Houston, TX Located off of Marinette Drive in Houston, TX, Santa Maria Apartments offer a comfortable, modern lifestyle for those in the Sharpstown neighborhood. Our newly remodeled Houston apartments for rent are conveniently located near many popular attractions, including the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Houston Zoo, The Menil Collection, The Museum of Fine Arts, and Space Center Houston. Santa Maria Apartments are also directly across the street from Santa Clara and Sharpstown Manor, near Sharpstown High School. No matter what you love to do in Houston, we know you will enjoy the luxury of living near all your favorite shops, restaurants, and more at Santa Maria Apartments. We are also a zero deposit property, meaning that no deposit is required to move into your new apartment in Houston. Newly Renovated Houston ApartmentsSanta Maria is a National Apartment Association (NAA) Best Major Rehab Community Finalist! If you’re looking for a new Houston apartment near you to call home sweet home, you will love Santa Maria Apartments. We have one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans available, and our property recently underwent a complete renovation. Residents can now enjoy tiled flooring, granite countertops, brand new appliances, updated, energy-efficient windows, new lighting and plumbing, covered parking, and a completely new playground for children. We also have other on-site amenities available, such as laundry facilities in each building, on-call maintenance, access to Indus swimming pools, free community events, and limited access gates. Tour Our Houston Apartments Today.


Year Built: 1974

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, Santa Maria is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria
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.
Santa Maria 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.
Santa Maria 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 Maria 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 Santa Maria does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Santa Maria is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 714 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Maria compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 140 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
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Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Sharpstown

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Sharpstown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Santa Maria to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Sharpstown.

3-bedroom apartments at Santa Maria cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Sharpstown.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Sharpstown
Houston
A table of studio rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,308
November 2023$1,336
December 2023$1,307
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$1,365
A table of studio rental data trends in Sharpstown
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$728
November 2023$738
December 2023$728
January 2024$722
February 2024$717
June 2024$662
July 2024$702
August 2024$701
September 2024$635
October 2024$739
November 2024$747
December 2024$755
January 2025$760
February 2025$791
March 2025$776
April 2025$727
May 2025$733
June 2025$718
July 2025$726
August 2025$746
September 2025$754

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Rent-to-income ratio

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,680 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $767.
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Schools near Santa Maria

Patt Neff Elementary School

8301 neff st

houston, TX, 77036

2-5Public
C+

Neff Early Childhood Center

8200 carvel ln

houston, TX, 77036

PK, K-1Public
A-

Gabriela Mistral Center For Early Childhood

6203 jessamine

houston, TX, 77081

PK, KPublic
B

Soar Center

4400 w 18th st

houston, TX, 77027

PK, K-12Public

R.D.S.P.D.

4040 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, K-4Public
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Neighborhood

Sharpstown | Houston, TX

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

Getting around Houston near 6203 Marinette Dr

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 6203 Marinette Dr, Houston

Groceries

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

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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