713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
The Heights Colony Review
Here's our honest take on The Heights Colony — 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 Heights Colony is an apartment community in Heights/Washington Ave, built in 1965 with 25 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $1,190. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$1,190 from
700 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom 1 bd / 1 ba | 700 | $1,190 |
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
303 E 9th St, Houston, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +Genuinely budget-friendly — pricing starts around $1,190
- +Smaller community (25 units) — quieter than the mega-complexes
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1965) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $100 application fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $500+
- Application fee: $100
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, gas, trash
Location
303 E 9th St, Houston, TX · Heights/Washington Ave
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The Heights Colony: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The Heights Colony?
1 bd units start around $1,190/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 Heights Colony?
Deposit: $500+. Application fee: $100. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The Heights Colony located?
303 E 9th St, Houston, TX, in the Heights/Washington Ave area of Houston.
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