713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
The James River Oaks Review
Here's our honest take on The James 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.
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The quick take
The James River Oaks is an apartment community in Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U, built in 2015 with 344 units. Current pricing runs Studio from $1,371, 1 bd from $1,577, 2 bd from $2,281, 3 bd from $4,060. 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
Studio
$1,371 from
504–684 sq ft
1 bd
$1,577 from
672–875 sq ft
2 bd
$2,281 from
1026–1529 sq ft
3 bd
$4,060 from
1867 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 570 | Stacked machines | $1,371 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 513 | Stacked machines | $1,413 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 513 | Stacked machines | $1,424 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 641 | Stacked machines | $1,448 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 540 | Stacked machines | $1,473 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 570 | Stacked machines | $1,548 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 504 | Stacked machines | $1,624 |
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 684 | Stacked machines | $1,834 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 720 | Full machines | $1,577 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 684 | Full machines | $1,694 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 720 | Full machines | $1,694 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 778 | Full machines | $1,812 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 729 | Full machines | $1,817 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 699 | Full machines | $1,846 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 837 | Full machines | $1,848 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 782 | Full machines | $1,877 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 749 | Full machines | $1,899 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 719 | Full machines | $1,922 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 672 | Full machines | $1,934 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 813 | Full machines | $1,958 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 756 | Full machines | $1,967 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 875 | Full machines | $1,984 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 787 | Full machines | $2,026 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 737 | Full machines | $2,062 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 821 | Full machines | $2,088 |
| 1x1 1 bd / 1 ba | 810 | Full machines | $2,158 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1056 | Full machines | $2,281 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1026 | Full machines | $2,604 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1112 | Full machines | $2,623 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1059 | Full machines | $2,624 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1139 | Full machines | $2,659 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1096 | Full machines | $2,719 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1135 | Full machines | $2,751 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1091 | Full machines | $2,783 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1217 | Full machines | $2,804 |
| 2x2 TH 2 bd / 2 ba | 1292 | Full machines | $3,467 |
| 2x2 TH 2 bd / 2 ba | 1376 | Full machines | $3,803 |
| 2x2 2 bd / 2 ba | 1529 | Full machines | $3,849 |
| 3x2 3 bd / 2 ba | 1867 | Full machines | $4,060 |
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
2303 Mid Lane, 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
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Plan for upfront fees: $100 application fee + $200 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $500+
- Application fee: $100
- Admin fee: $200
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, trash
Location
2303 Mid Lane, Houston, TX · Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U
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The James River Oaks: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The James River Oaks?
Studio units start around $1,371/mo; 1 bd units start around $1,577/mo; 2 bd units start around $2,281/mo; 3 bd units start around $4,060/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 James River Oaks?
Deposit: $500+. Application fee: $100. Admin fee: $200. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The James River Oaks located?
2303 Mid Lane, Houston, TX, in the Highland Village/Upper Kirby/West U area of Houston.
Does The James 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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