713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
k The Life At Grand Oaks Review
Here's our honest take on k The Life At Grand Oaks — 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
k The Life At Grand Oaks is an apartment community in Brookhollow/Northwest Crossing, built in 1983 with 556 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $749, 2 bd from $875. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$749 from
622 sq ft
2 bd
$875 from
830 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom 1 bd / 1 ba | 622 | Full/Stk conn/machines | $749 |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 bd / 1 ba | 830 | Full conn/machines | $875 |
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
5500 Desoto, 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
- +Genuinely budget-friendly — pricing starts around $749
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1983) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $20 application fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: 2 months' rent
- Application fee: $20
Utilities
Rent Plus electric
Location
5500 Desoto, Houston, TX · Brookhollow/Northwest Crossing
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k The Life At Grand Oaks: your questions, answered
How much is rent at k The Life At Grand Oaks?
1 bd units start around $749/mo; 2 bd units start around $875/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 k The Life At Grand Oaks?
Deposit: 2 months' rent. Application fee: $20. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is k The Life At Grand Oaks located?
5500 Desoto, Houston, TX, in the Brookhollow/Northwest Crossing area of Houston.
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