713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
Arcata Townhomes Review
Here's our honest take on Arcata Townhomes — current pricing, real fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour. Reviewed by 713 APTS, Houston apartment locators. If it makes your list, register with us before you tour so the community knows we sent you.
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The quick take
Arcata Townhomes is an apartment community in Memorial/Spring Branch, built in 1974 with 165 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $769, 2 bd from $1,133. Right now the property is offering: 1mo free w/12mo on sel units. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Current special
🎉 1mo free w/12mo on sel units
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$769 from
680 sq ft
2 bd
$1,133 from
1000 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 680 | $769–$784 |
| 2x1½ TH 2 bd / 1.5 ba▾ view layout | 1000 | $1,133–$1,278 |
Pricing checked July 7, 2026. Apartment pricing changes daily — treat these as starting points, and we'll confirm today's exact quote when you register.
Where it sits
1550 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +Genuinely budget-friendly — pricing starts around $769
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1974) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $50 application fee + $50 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $0
- Application fee: $50
- Admin fee: $50
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, gas, trash
Location
1550 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX · Memorial/Spring Branch
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Arcata Townhomes: your questions, answered
How much is rent at Arcata Townhomes?
1 bd units start around $769/mo; 2 bd units start around $1,133/mo. Pricing changes daily — register with 713 APTS (free) and we'll confirm today's rates and any specials.
What fees should I expect at Arcata Townhomes?
Deposit: $0. Application fee: $50. Admin fee: $50. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is Arcata Townhomes located?
1550 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX, in the Memorial/Spring Branch area of Houston.
Does Arcata Townhomes have any specials right now?
1mo free w/12mo on sel units. Specials rotate — register with 713 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
How do I tour Arcata Townhomes with 713 APTS?
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