Affordable Senior Housing in Houston, TX
1. Braesridge
Located just east of Fondren and north of W. Bellfort, Braesridge is one of the most sought-after senior apartment complexes. With 9-ft. ceilings, complimentary breakfast on weekdays, bus service to shopping centers and planned social activities, Braesridge welcomes their residents with open arms. Each apartment comes with a full-size washer/dryer connection, valet trash service and a private balcony or patio. They have one and two bedroom homes starting at $425.
Braesridge Senior Housing
11100 Braesridge
Houston, TX 77071
www.braesridge.com
braesridge@udrt.com
2. Manor at Jersey Ridge
The Manor, as residents call it, is located off of Hwy 290 at Eldridge Pkway on the northwest side of town. With one of the most beautiful outdoor areas in Houston and a gorgeous pool, this is a great bargain for your money. They have a communicty room with a piano, social services on the premesis, a DVD theater with stadium seating and private flower and vegetable gardens. The interior apartments have granite countertops and state-of-the-art appliances, including microwave ovens. One bedroom homes start at $646 and two-bedroom homes start at $775.
Manor at Jersey Village Senior Housing
12400 Castlebridge Dr.
Houston, TX 77065
www.hettig-kahn.com
manorjv1@houston.rr.com
3. Pepper Tree Manor
Located on Antoinne Dr. between West Little York and Tidwell is the Pepper Tree Manor senior housing complex. This is one of the more unique senior apartments in Houston, with mid-rise and cottage homes and a buffet room with adjacent kitchen. Pepper Tree also sports a lap pool with jacuzzi, a complete fitness center and library, a community room with shuffle board and darts, and custom cabinets in every apartment. One-bedroom homes start at $493 and two-bedroom homes start at $617.
Pepper Tree Manor Senior Housing
5950 Antoine Dr.
Houston, TX 77091
www.hettig-kahn.com
peppertreemgr@sbcglobal.net
4. Primrose at Heritage Park
Located inside the Belt near Sam Houston Race Park, Heritage Park is a great place to live if you enjoy playing the ponies every once in a while. They have handicap accessible homes, exterior storage, vertical blinds, ceramic tile floors and ice makers. The Primrose at Heritage Park senior homes have been professionally designed and are cable- and internet-ready. Managed by Southwest Housing, Heritage is one of the top senior housing communities in the city.
Primrose at Heritage Park Senior Housing
10335 Old Bammel N. Houston Rd.
Houston, TX 77086
www.southwesthousing.com
heritagepark@southwesthousing.com
5. Oak Haven
Houston is certainly known for its oak trees, and Oak Haven is a great place to call home. Located near the Woodlands in Shenandoh, Oak Haven has community gardens, attached garages, no steps or stairs, washer/dryer connections, and gated entry. This is one of the more expensive homes, starting at $795 for a one-bedroom home, but safety, security, and beautiful apartments are well worth the price.
Oak Haven Senior Housing
19455 David Memorial
Shenendoh, TX 77385
www.havencommunities.com
oak@havencommunities.com
** All of the senior housing in Houston listed above are reserved for senior citizens age 55 and older. A great resource for additional senior housing options is www.apartmentsmaileddirect.com.
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- Braesridge homes have planned social activities.
- The Manor at Jersey Village sports a DVD theater with stadium seating.
- Pepper Tree Manor has a community fitness center and library.