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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

301 Halkies St, South Houston, TX 77587, USA|Mount Vernon
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Management

Better World Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(713) 943-3662

Open 

Friday 8:30 am–5:30 pm CT

Property Overview

Gemini Gardens receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 9.3, highlighting its excellent price-to-value ratio and outstanding amenities, both rated 10. The property benefits from a friendly neighborhood and high-quality living standards, reflected in its location score of 9 and trustworthiness rating of 7. Notably, it stands out with 25 photos that provide renters with valuable insights into what to expect.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Gemini Gardens 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 Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Floor plans

Rose1 bed1 bath688 sqft$849–$890 /mo
Daisy2 bed1 bath780 sqft$998–$1,045 /mo
Ivy2 bed1.5 bath1,054 sqft$1,200–$1,270 /mo

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Amenities for Gemini Gardens

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAll Electric Kitchen
Breakfast BarCarpet
Ceiling FanPantry
PatioTile Floors
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBeautiful Landscaping
Gate

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Easy Freeway AccessNearby Shopping
Public Parks Nearby
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

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

Akita, Airedale Terrier, American Bulldog, American Pitbull/Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, Bull Mastiff, Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Giant and Standard Schnauzer, and Rottweiler

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About Gemini Gardens

HomeApartments in PasadenaMount Vernon Gemini Gardens

Welcome to great apartment home living in South Houston, Texas! Gemini Gardens is perched in a quality location near great restaurants, schools, shopping, and fun entertainment venues. There is something for everyone in our friendly neighborhood. Whatever your particular lifestyle, there is always something within reach.


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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Gemini Gardens 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 Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Gemini Gardens
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.
Gemini Gardens 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.
Gemini Gardens 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.
Gemini Gardens 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.
Gemini Gardens 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.
Gemini Gardens 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.

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 Gemini Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Mount Vernon

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Mount Vernon.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Gemini Gardens to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Mount Vernon.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Mount Vernon
Pasadena
A table of studio rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$878
December 2024$576
January 2025$500
February 2025$500
March 2025$500
April 2025$500
May 2025$500
June 2025$500
December 2025$725
January 2026$735
A table of studio rental data trends in Mount Vernon
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$878
December 2024$576
January 2025$500
February 2025$500
March 2025$500

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 301 Halkies St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$33,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $849.
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Schools near Gemini Gardens

L.F. Smith Elementary School

2703 perez rd

so houston, TX, 77587

PK, K-4Public
C+

Thomas Hancock Elementary School

9604 minnesota st

houston, TX, 77075

PK, K-4Public
C+

Dr Kirk Lewis Career & Technical H.S.

1348 genoa red bluff

houston, TX, 77034

PK, K-12Public
A-
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Getting around South Houston near 301 Halkies St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 301 Halkies St, South Houston

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
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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