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Our team has verified this companyThe Gael is a highly rated, competitively priced community with an overall expert score of 9.3/10 and top marks (10/10) for amenities, location, and quality, plus strong trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy newly renovated apartments with granite countertops and espresso cabinets, 24-hour fitness facilities, and sparkling pools, along with excellent value for money and nearby top-rated schools. It is especially appealing for fitness and wellness, pet friendliness, work-from-home needs, and an active social life supported by abundant local services, restaurants, and shared community spaces.
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Pet owners| A1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 644 sqft | $1,388–$4,125 /mo | 3 units available | ||
| A3 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 744 sqft | $1,432–$4,355 /mo | 4 units available | ||
| A4 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 809 sqft | $1,440–$4,181 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| B1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 927 sqft | $1,597–$4,845 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| B5 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,156 sqft | $1,746–$5,389 /mo | 4 units available | ||
| B4 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,095 sqft | $1,771–$5,199 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| B3 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,048 sqft | $1,828–$5,203 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| B7 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,267 sqft | $1,865–$5,295 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Apartment Amenities
| 9' Ceilings | Balcony |
| Built-In Bookshelves | Cyber Lounge |
| Furnished | Furnished Apartments Available |
| Granite Countertops | Laminate Flooring |
| Pool View |
Appliances
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Tech
| High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Bicycle Storage | Cats OK |
| Controlled Access | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center | Resident Lounge |
| Residents Lounge | Spin Room |
| Yoga Studio |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Courtyard |
| Garage Parking | Gate |
| Grilling Area | Outdoor Kitchen |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
| Swimming Pool |
Neighborhood
| Close to Public Transportation |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Garage Parking
Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.
Refundable: $250.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.
Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.
Refundable: $250.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.
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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 4% 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 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Greenway - Upper Kirby.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,366 |
| 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 | $1,290 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,479 |
| June 2024 | $1,503 |
| July 2024 | $1,492 |
| August 2024 | $1,428 |
| September 2024 | $1,422 |
| October 2024 | $1,421 |
| 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 | $1,248 |
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