713 APTS editorial review · Updated July 2026
The Shavelson Review
Here's our honest take on The Shavelson — 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 Shavelson is an apartment community in Memorial/Spring Branch, built in 1964 with 26 units. Current pricing runs 1 bd from $950, 2 bd from $1,150. Below is our honest breakdown — pricing, fees, what we like, and what we'd flag before you tour.
Pricing & floorplans
1 bd
$950 from
730 sq ft
2 bd
$1,150 from
990 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom 1 bd / 1 ba | 730 | Full connections | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 bd / 1 ba | 990 | Full connections | $1,150 |
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
6800 Shavelson, 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 $950
- +Smaller community (26 units) — quieter than the mega-complexes
🚩 What we'd flag
- –Older build (1964) — ask about renovation status on the specific unit you're quoted
- –Plan for upfront fees: $50 application fee + $200 admin fee — have them ready so nothing slows your application down
The fine print
Fees & deposit
- Deposit: $200+
- Application fee: $50
- Admin fee: $200
Utilities
Rent Plus electric, water, gas, trash
Location
6800 Shavelson, Houston, TX · Memorial/Spring Branch
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The Shavelson: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The Shavelson?
1 bd units start around $950/mo; 2 bd units start around $1,150/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 Shavelson?
Deposit: $200+. Application fee: $50. Admin fee: $200. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The Shavelson located?
6800 Shavelson, Houston, TX, in the Memorial/Spring Branch area of Houston.
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