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Our team has verified this companyThe Gael stands out as a highly rated, well-rounded property with strong value, top-tier amenities, and an excellent location, along with a verified level of quality and trustworthiness. It features newly renovated apartments, granite countertops, espresso cabinets, sparkling pools, and a 24-hour fitness center, while also offering convenient access to nearby schools, pet services, wellness options, and work-from-home spaces.
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Pet owners| A3 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 744 sqft | $1,388–$3,099 /mo | 5 units available | ||
| A1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 644 sqft | $1,430–$3,063 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| A4 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 809 sqft | $1,509–$3,488 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| B5 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,156 sqft | $1,611–$4,803 /mo | 5 units available | ||
| B4 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,095 sqft | $1,709–$4,745 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| B3 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,048 sqft | $1,710–$4,752 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Apartment Amenities
| 9' Ceilings | Air Conditioning |
| Balcony | Built-In Bookshelves |
| Cyber Lounge | Granite Countertops |
| Laminate Flooring | Pool View |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Bicycle Storage | Business Center |
| Carport | Cats OK |
| Controlled Access | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Resident Lounge |
| Residents Lounge | Spin Room |
| Yoga Studio |
Grounds
| Courtyard | Garage Parking |
| Gate | Grilling Area |
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Kitchen |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
| Swimming Pool |
Neighborhood
| Close to Public Transportation |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Garage Parking
One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $250.00.
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $250.00.
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
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| Year built | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Units | 210 |
Enjoy a private community close to Highland Village shopping and just steps to Central Market! Located in the inner loop near River Oaks, The Gael & Essex House is right around the corner from Highland Village, Galleria and within steps on Central Market. We offer one and two bedrooms apartments that have been newly-renovated with granite countertops, espresso cabinets and a full stainless steel appliance package. Dive into our gorgeous sparkling pools and get your sweat in our 24 hour fitness center. We look forward to making your next home at The Gael & Essex House.
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---River Oaks' Best Kept Secret--- If you don't know where The Gael is situated, you might not notice it driving down Weslayan St. It's on Essex Lane, just south of Westheimer. Which is part of the appeal of The Gael, an unbeatable location in Houston's historic River Oaks. Everything is close by---Highland Village, Central Market, the Looscan (public) library, Weslayan Plaza, and all the RO restaurants and boutique-style retail you could hope for are right out your front door, not to mention Greenway Plaza, the Galleria, Montrose, the Museum District, Midtown, and even the Houston Heights---are all less than a 10-minute drive away. My apartment has expansive windows that look out on the inimitable attractions of this upscale neighborhood--- even the downtown skyline is partially visible from here--- and the many high rise residential and office buildings surrounding the property offer an urban, citified feel to this address---yet afford the luxury of being on a quiet little tree-lined residential street, apart from the traffic and activity, when it's time to relax at home. All of my transactions with the Management office have been seamless. The Gael's administrative staff, including a property manager, Kaylyn, our assistant manager, Elise, and two leasing/marketing professionals, Sam and Stephanie, are experienced, knowledgeable and capable individuals that obviously know how to run an apartment community. I haven't had any complaints, nor have I heard of any either from my neighbors. What a blessing! I've never had an inquiry go unanswered. Everyone at the office is a pleasure to deal with, and I never worry that a request or question will not be handled/ responded to definitively. The management staff is accommodating and supportive of this community, and they succeed daily in making the experience of living here the best it can be. Also, I've had only one repair request since I moved in---the apartments are kept up impeccably by the maintenance staff. And the apartment itself has everything I like---large rooms, huge windows with lots of natural light, recessed, diffuse lighting fixtures, granite countertops, a balcony with over-arching trees in view, high vaulted ceilings, a protected, enclosed breezeway and multi-level parking platform that enables me to park my car just feet away from my front door. Many of the Gael's amenities are unavailable at other communities, due to its garden-style features, classic/traditional architecture and ideal location. The neighbors are wonderful, too! It's a quiet, lovely haven hidden away in the midst of everything you want---all around you. This is the only apartment I’ve found that absolutely has it all.
R T
Feb 02, 2023
I love living here & just renewed my lease for a second year. Great location, very safe, and super quiet. Neighbors are respectful and I rarely hear anyone. Management team have always been really helpful and quick to fix issues. Earlier this summer, my air conditioner went out from a fuse w/ Hurricane Beryl at the end of the day on Friday, and they made sure the issue was resolved (even though it was past office hours).
Chelsea Denard
Nov 01, 2024
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How The Gael compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
Considerations
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Greenway - Upper Kirby.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Gael to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Greenway - Upper Kirby.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,018 |
| September 2026 | $1,006 |
| October 2026 | $1,059 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,406 |
| December 2024 | $1,434 |
| January 2025 | $1,359 |
| February 2025 | $1,136 |
| March 2025 | $1,443 |
| April 2025 | $1,428 |
| May 2025 | $1,405 |
| June 2025 | $1,404 |
| July 2025 | $1,437 |
| August 2025 | $1,467 |
| September 2025 | $1,424 |
| October 2025 | $1,371 |
| November 2025 | $1,359 |
| December 2025 | $1,394 |
| January 2026 | $1,358 |
| February 2026 | $1,348 |
| March 2026 | $1,196 |
| April 2026 | $1,194 |
| May 2026 | $966 |
| June 2026 | $1,055 |
| July 2026 | $1,118 |
| August 2026 | $1,049 |
| September 2026 | $1,012 |
| October 2026 | $995 |
Can I afford to live at 4000 Essex Ln?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
$57,200/yr
4639 Techniplex Dr
1–2 Beds
$1,334
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Midtown • 2111 Austin St
Studio–3 Beds
$1,525–$2,595
Greenway - Upper Kirby • 3919 Essex Ln
1–2 Beds
$1,546–$3,366
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westwood • 9445 Concourse Dr
1–2 Beds
$672–$1,276
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Braeswood Place • 2601 Gramercy St
1–3 Beds
$1,300–$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Woodlake - Briar Meadow • 8162 Richmond Ave
1–2 Beds
$780–$1,275
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westbury • 12500 Dunlap St
1–3 Beds
$620–$1,220
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westwood • 10225 Bissonnet St
1–2 Beds
$775–$1,385
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.4639 Techniplex Dr
1–2 Beds
$1,334
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Midtown • 2111 Austin St
Studio–3 Beds
$1,525–$2,595
Greenway - Upper Kirby • 3919 Essex Ln
1–2 Beds
$1,546–$3,366
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westwood • 9445 Concourse Dr
1–2 Beds
$672–$1,276
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Braeswood Place • 2601 Gramercy St
1–3 Beds
$1,300–$2,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Woodlake - Briar Meadow • 8162 Richmond Ave
1–2 Beds
$780–$1,275
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westbury • 12500 Dunlap St
1–3 Beds
$620–$1,220
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Westwood • 10225 Bissonnet St
1–2 Beds
$775–$1,385
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
