713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
The Gates Review
Here's our honest take on The Gates — 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 Gates is an apartment community in Bear Creek/Copperfield/Fairfield, built in 1983 with 270 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $935, 2 bd from $1,199. Right now the property is offering: 8wks free w/12+mo. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Current special
🎉 8wks free w/12+mo
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$935 from
651–680 sq ft
2 bd
$1,199 from
886 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1x1 fp 1 bd / 1 ba▾ view layout | 651 | Full machines | $935 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba▾ view layout | 680 | Stacked machines | $985 |
| 1x1 fp 1 bd / 1 ba | 651 | Full machines | $999 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 680 | Stacked machines | $1,020 |
| 2x2 fp 2 bd / 2 ba▾ view layout | 886 | Full conn/machines | $1,199 |
| 2x2 fp 2 bd / 2 ba | 886 | Full conn/machines | $1,239 |
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
8630 Easton Commons, 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 $935
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1983) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $60 application fee + $150 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $150+
- Application fee: $60
- Admin fee: $150
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water fp=Fireplace
Location
8630 Easton Commons, Houston, TX · Bear Creek/Copperfield/Fairfield
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The Gates: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The Gates?
1 bd units start around $935/mo; 2 bd units start around $1,199/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 Gates?
Deposit: $150+. Application fee: $60. Admin fee: $150. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The Gates located?
8630 Easton Commons, Houston, TX, in the Bear Creek/Copperfield/Fairfield area of Houston.
Does The Gates have any specials right now?
8wks free w/12+mo. Specials rotate — register with 713 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
How do I tour The Gates with 713 APTS?
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