713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
Elev8 Review
Here's our honest take on Elev8 — 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.
The quick take
Elev8 is an apartment community in Downtown, built in 1972 with 372 units. Current pricing runs Studio from $1,878, 1 bd from $1,963, 2 bd from $3,153, 3 bd from $6,403. Right now the property is offering: 8wks 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
🎉 8wks free w/12mo on sel units
Pricing & floorplans
Studio
$1,878 from
589 sq ft
1 bd
$1,963 from
652–878 sq ft
2 bd
$3,153 from
1194–1592 sq ft
3 bd
$6,403 from
1940 sq ft
13 units available right now · 23 coming up
Actual apartments with actual move-in dates, from the community's availability feed (checked July 23).
| Unit | Sq ft | Move-in | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| #816 S2 · Studio / 1 ba | 646 | Now | $1,566 |
| #1717 S1 · Studio / 1 ba | 589 | Now | $1,715 |
| #1917 S1 · Studio / 1 ba | 589 | Now | $1,800 |
| #2017 S1 · Studio / 1 ba | 589 | Now | $1,905 |
| #2011 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Now | $2,225 |
| #2014 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Now | $2,225 |
| #2012 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Now | $2,225 |
| #1720 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1187 | Now | $3,004 |
| #1520 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1187 | Now | $3,404 |
| #203 L4 · 1 bd / 1.5 ba | 1177 | Now | $3,425 |
| #1820 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1187 | Now | $3,554 |
| #208 L6 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1584 | Now | $3,943 |
| #205 L6 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1584 | Now | $4,600 |
| #1116 S2 · Studio / 1 ba | 646 | Aug 6 | $1,900 |
| #1809 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 706 | Aug 6 | $2,350 |
| #1306 S3 · Studio / 1 ba | 652 | Aug 8 | $2,000 |
| #1318 B2 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1233 | Aug 11 | $3,100 |
| #912 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Aug 19 | $2,100 |
| #1906 S3 · Studio / 1 ba | 652 | Aug 20 | $2,300 |
| #1011 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Aug 21 | $2,125 |
| #1620 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1187 | Aug 21 | $3,454 |
| #1508 B3 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1368 | Aug 21 | $3,510 |
| #1708 B3 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1368 | Aug 21 | $3,610 |
| #2001 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1194 | Aug 21 | $3,704 |
| #1301 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Aug 22 | $2,200 |
| #1202 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Aug 27 | $2,175 |
| #1012 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Aug 29 | $2,125 |
| #1911 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 2 | $2,250 |
| #1102 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 4 | $2,150 |
| #1103 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 4 | $2,150 |
| #1212 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 5 | $2,175 |
| #1903 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 5 | $2,500 |
| #608 B3 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1368 | Sep 8 | $3,235 |
| #402 A4 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 794 | Sep 9 | $2,700 |
| #1401 B1 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1194 | Sep 11 | $3,354 |
| #1703 A3 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 733 | Sep 15 | $2,400 |
Underlined units link to their floorplan page — the others don't have a plan diagram from the community yet. Ask us and we'll chase it down.
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba▾ view layout | 589 | Full machines | $1,878–$1,918 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba▾ view layout | 652 | Full machines | $1,963–$2,853 |
| 1x1½ loft 1 bd / 1.5 ba▾ view layout | 878 | Full machines | $2,993–$3,800 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1194 | Full machines | $3,153–$3,513 |
| 2x2 loft 2 bd / 2 ba | 1592 | Full machines | $3,809–$4,456 |
| 3x2½ loft 3 bd / 2.5 ba | 1940 | Full machines | $6,403 |
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
1801 Smith St, Houston, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +Full-size washer/dryer in unit
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1972) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $75 application fee + $150 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $300–$400
- Application fee: $75
- Admin fee: $150
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, trash
Location
1801 Smith St, Houston, TX · Downtown
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Elev8: your questions, answered
How much is rent at Elev8?
Studio units start around $1,878/mo; 1 bd units start around $1,963/mo; 2 bd units start around $3,153/mo; 3 bd units start around $6,403/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 Elev8?
Deposit: $300–$400. Application fee: $75. Admin fee: $150. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is Elev8 located?
1801 Smith St, Houston, TX, in the Downtown area of Houston.
Does Elev8 have any specials right now?
8wks free w/12mo on sel units. Specials rotate — register with 713 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
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