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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Friendly atmosphere
  • Comfortable homes

Location

8501 Broadway St, Houston, TX 77061, USA|Greater Hobby Area
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Management

Summit Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 432-0484 ext. 2801

Open today 

8:30 am–5:30 pm CT

Floor plans

A11 bed1 bath565 sqft$661 /mo3 units available
A21 bed1 bath623 sqft$685 /mo3 units available
A3R21 bed1 bath700 sqft$740 /mo2 units available
A31 bed1 bath720 sqft$740 /mo3 units available
B12 bed1 bath912 sqft$869 /mo3 units available
B22 bed2 bath964 sqft$938 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Altair Residences

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$150–$250

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

With PetScreening’s Pet Profile, all of your pet’s information is at your fingertips in an easy to access digital space – Always there where you need it, when you need it. Please visit https://altairresidences.petscreening.com and set up a PetScreening profile.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Fees paid to PetScreening: Household Pet - $25 per Pet Profile Assistance Animal – Free No Pet/Animal – Free Pet Qualifications Maximum 2 cats/dogs per apartment No aggressive breeds *breed restrictions Pet Fee: $400, additional pet $200 Monthly Pet Rent: $20 per pet.

$40

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Fees paid to PetScreening: Household Pet - $25 per Pet Profile Assistance Animal – Free No Pet/Animal – Free Pet Qualifications Maximum 2 cats/dogs per apartment No aggressive breeds *breed restrictions Pet Fee: $400, additional pet $200 Monthly Pet Rent: $20 per pet.

$40

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$400

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Building details

Property details

Units328
Lease terms10–15 months
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About Altair Residences

HomeApartments in HoustonGreater Hobby Area Altair Residences

Welcome to a community designed for real life. Here, comfortable homes pair with thoughtful conveniences to make every day easier. Enjoy well-kept spaces, a friendly atmosphere, and a location that keeps you close to the things that matter most. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in, build your routine, and feel right at home — today and every day.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Altair Residences is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Altair Residences 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 Altair Residences
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.
Altair Residences 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Altair Residences is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Altair Residences 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 Altair Residences 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.

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 Altair Residences compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Greater Hobby Area

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Greater Hobby Area.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Altair Residences to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Greater Hobby Area.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Greater Hobby Area
Houston
A table of studio rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,366
October 2025$1,394
November 2025$1,368
December 2025$1,338
January 2026$1,358
A table of studio rental data trends in Greater Hobby Area
MonthMedian Rent
November 2025$825
December 2025$841

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,500/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,500 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $712.
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Schools near Altair Residences

Lewis Elementary School

6745 tipperary

houston, TX, 77061

PK, K-5Public
C

Bellfort Early Childhood Center

7647 bellfort

houston, TX, 77061

PK, KPublic
B

Community Services

1102 telephone rd

houston, TX, 77023

K-12Public
C+

Ninfa R. Laurenzo Early Childhood Center

205 n delmar

houston, TX, 77011

PK, KPublic
B-

MLK Early Childhood Center

3930 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, KPublic
B+
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Getting around Houston near 8501 Broadway St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
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 8501 Broadway St, Houston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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