713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
The Alara Review
Here's our honest take on The Alara — 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
The Alara is an apartment community in Greenspoint/Northborough/Aldine, built in 1982 with 155 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $625, 2 bd from $899. Right now the property is offering: 1/2 off 1st 2mos w/12mo. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Current special
🎉 1/2 off 1st 2mos w/12mo
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$625 from
684 sq ft
2 bd
$899 from
897 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Townhomes 1 bd / 1 ba | 684 | Stacked machines | $625–$799 |
| 2 Bedrooms Townhomes 2 bd / 1 ba | 897 | Stacked machines | $899–$1,200 |
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
17601 Wayforest, Houston, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +Washer/dryer connections or units available
- +Genuinely budget-friendly — pricing starts around $625
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1982) — 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: based on credit
- Application fee: $50
- Admin fee: $50
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, gas, trash
Location
17601 Wayforest, Houston, TX · Greenspoint/Northborough/Aldine
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The Alara: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The Alara?
1 bd units start around $625/mo; 2 bd units start around $899/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 The Alara?
Deposit: based on credit. Application fee: $50. Admin fee: $50. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The Alara located?
17601 Wayforest, Houston, TX, in the Greenspoint/Northborough/Aldine area of Houston.
Does The Alara have any specials right now?
1/2 off 1st 2mos w/12mo. Specials rotate — register with 713 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
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