713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
Novel River Oaks Review
Here's our honest take on Novel River 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.
The quick take
Novel River Oaks is an apartment community in Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U, built in 2020 with 326 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $2,304, 2 bd from $3,330, 3 bd from $8,234. Right now the property is offering: 4wks free w/12+mo on sel units. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Current special
🎉 4wks free w/12+mo on sel units
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$2,304 from
787–1127 sq ft
2 bd
$3,330 from
1250–1937 sq ft
3 bd
$8,234 from
2307 sq ft
10 units available right now · 21 coming up
Actual apartments with actual move-in dates, from the community's availability feed (checked July 23).
| Unit | Sq ft | Move-in | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| #132 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Now | $2,756 |
| #233 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Now | $2,766 |
| #334 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Now | $2,776 |
| #315 A3 · 1 bd / 1.5 ba | 919 | Now | $2,871 |
| #244 B8A · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1365 | Now | $3,890 |
| #214 B17 · 2 bd / 2.5 ba | 1917 | Now | $5,608 |
| #211 B17 · 2 bd / 2.5 ba | 1917 | Now | $5,633 |
| #116 TH1 · 2 bd / 2.5 ba | 1937 | Now | $6,386 |
| #210 C1 · 3 bd / 3 ba | 2307 | Now | $6,938 |
| #310 C1 · 3 bd / 3 ba | 2307 | Now | $7,198 |
| #126 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Aug 6 | $2,750 |
| #452 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Aug 12 | $2,780 |
| #114 TH1A · 2 bd / 2.5 ba | 1937 | Aug 12 | $6,400 |
| #827 B5A · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1287 | Aug 15 | $4,227 |
| #644 B8A · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1365 | Aug 17 | $3,944 |
| #624 B7 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1385 | Aug 18 | $3,869 |
| #248 A1 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 787 | Aug 23 | $2,720 |
| #352 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Sep 1 | $2,760 |
| #433 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Sep 4 | $2,759 |
| #519 B5 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1372 | Sep 5 | $4,060 |
| #825 A0 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 850 | Sep 10 | $2,889 |
| #412 A4 · 1 bd / 1.5 ba | 982 | Sep 13 | $3,043 |
| #133 B8 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1385 | Sep 18 | $3,919 |
| #729 A3B · 1 bd / 1.5 ba | 966 | Sep 22 | $3,317 |
| #447 B8 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1385 | Sep 23 | $3,949 |
| #525 A0 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 850 | Sep 25 | $2,724 |
| #851 A2 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 856 | Sep 26 | $2,924 |
| #726 B5 · 2 bd / 2 ba | 1372 | Oct 5 | $4,148 |
| #849 A1 · 1 bd / 1 ba | 787 | Oct 6 | $2,884 |
| #630 A6 · 1 bd / 1.5 ba | 1243 | Oct 6 | $3,767 |
| #807 B13 · 2 bd / 2.5 ba | 1639 | Oct 14 | $5,556 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1x1½ 1 bd / 1.5 ba▾ view layout | 943 | Full machines | $2,304–$3,037 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba▾ view layout | 787 | Full machines | $2,455–$3,028 |
| 1x1½ den 1 bd / 1.5 ba▾ view layout | 1127 | Full machines | $3,150–$3,847 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1250 | Full machines | $3,330–$4,058 |
| 2x2½ 2 bd / 2.5 ba▾ view layout | 1422 | Full machines | $4,330–$4,967 |
| 2x2½ den 2 bd / 2.5 ba▾ view layout | 1566 | Full machines | $4,876–$5,545 |
| 2x2½ loft TH 2 bd / 2.5 ba▾ view layout | 1937 | Full machines | $6,426–$6,734 |
| 3x3½ 3 bd / 3.5 ba▾ view layout | 2307 | Full machines | $8,234 |
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
2511 Willowick Rd, Houston, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +New construction (built 2020) — modern finishes and layouts
- +Full-size washer/dryer in unit
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Plan for upfront fees: $85 application fee + $250 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $750
- Application fee: $85
- Admin fee: $250
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, gas, trash
Location
2511 Willowick Rd, Houston, TX · Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U
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Novel River Oaks: your questions, answered
How much is rent at Novel River Oaks?
1 bd units start around $2,304/mo; 2 bd units start around $3,330/mo; 3 bd units start around $8,234/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 Novel River Oaks?
Deposit: $750. Application fee: $85. Admin fee: $250. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is Novel River Oaks located?
2511 Willowick Rd, Houston, TX, in the Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U area of Houston.
Does Novel River Oaks have any specials right now?
4wks free w/12+mo on sel units. Specials rotate — register with 713 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
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