The Rice
909 Texas Ave 77002Houston, TX
Starting from
$1,246–$2,964/mo
About The Rice in Houston
The Rice is a pet-friendly historic high-rise at 909 Texas Avenue in Downtown Houston's historic district, with studio to three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Homes have 10- to 18-foot ceilings, with quartz countertops, brick accent walls, refinished original maple floors, clawfoot tubs, and washers and dryers in select homes. Amenities include a remodeled historic underground heated pool, a cold plunge and sauna, a 24-hour fitness center, a resident club level, a terrace with grills, the historic Crystal Ballroom, concierge services, and complimentary valet parking. Market Square, the Theater District, the downtown tunnels, and METRORail are close by.
The Rice is a rental building at 909 Texas Ave in Downtown, Houston, TX, built in 1913.
28 apartments are listed right now: 8 studios at $1,246–$1,507 a month, 14 one-bedrooms at $1,747–$2,964 a month, and 6 two-bedrooms at $1,890–$2,282 a month. Asking rents across the building run $1,246 to $2,964 per month. Pricing was last verified on October 27, 2026.
Residents have access to guest suites available, 10-18 ft. ceiling height, second floor resident club level, washers and dryers included, easy access to houston tunnels, historic crystal ballroom, clawfoot tubs, remodeled historic underground heated pool & meditation room, and 26 more amenities.
Floor plans at The Rice
| Layout | Available | Size | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio8 available | 8 | 485– | $1,246– |
| 1 Bedroom14 available | 14 | 822– | $1,747– |
| 2 Bedroom6 available | 6 | 1,132– | $1,890– |
Available units at The Rice(28)
Sorted by rent, lowest first
32Unit 1317S1A-ER - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 508 sq ftAvailable now$1,246/mo- 32Unit 0508S1A-F-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 526 sq ftAvailable now$1,258/mo
- 32Unit 0708S1A-F-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 526 sq ftAvailable now$1,298/mo
- 32Unit 1217S1A-E-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 508 sq ftFrom Jan 2, 2027$1,377/mo
- 32Unit 1316S1A-D-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 485 sq ftFrom Dec 23$1,396/mo
- 32Unit 1606S1A-H-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 549 sq ftAvailable now$1,401/mo
- 32Unit 1517S1A-E-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 508 sq ftFrom Jan 2, 2027$1,437/mo
- 32Unit 1611S1A-I-GR - ModernStudio · 1 ba · 561 sq ftAvailable now$1,507/mo
- 32Unit 0610L1A-J-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 833 sq ftAvailable now$1,747/mo
- 32Unit 0701L1A-M-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 891 sq ftAvailable now$1,753/mo
- 32Unit 0906L1A-I-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 822 sq ftAvailable now$1,790/mo
- 32Unit 1711P1A-G - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 843 sq ftFrom Dec 24$1,812/mo
- 32Unit 0801L1A-M-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 891 sq ftFrom Feb 11, 2027$1,828/mo
- 32Unit 1010L1A-J-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 833 sq ftAvailable now$1,832/mo
- 32Unit 0315L1A-OR - Traditional1 bd · 1 ba · 1,106 sq ftAvailable now$1,859/mo
- 32Unit 1209L1A-J-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 833 sq ftAvailable now$1,873/mo
- 32Unit 1309L1A-J-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 833 sq ftAvailable now$1,889/mo
- 32Unit 0312L2C-AR - Traditional2 bd · 2 ba · 1,187 sq ftAvailable now$1,890/mo
- 32Unit 0820L2A-A - Vintage1 bd · 1 ba · 1,132 sq ftAvailable now$1,931/mo
- 32Unit 1301L1A-M-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 891 sq ftAvailable now$1,954/mo
- 32Unit 1501L1A-M - Vintage1 bd · 1 ba · 891 sq ftFrom Jan 19, 2027$1,968/mo
- 32Unit 1319L2A-A-GR - Modern2 bd · 1 ba · 1,132 sq ftAvailable now$2,036/mo
- 32Unit 1114L2C-BR - Traditional2 bd · 2 ba · 1,217 sq ftAvailable now$2,064/mo
- 32Unit 1414L2C-B-GR - Modern2 bd · 2 ba · 1,217 sq ftFrom Nov 14$2,277/mo
- 32Unit 1514L2C-B-GR - Modern2 bd · 2 ba · 1,217 sq ftAvailable now$2,279/mo
- 32Unit 0513L2C-D-GR - Modern2 bd · 2 ba · 1,453 sq ftFrom Nov 22$2,282/mo
- 32Unit 0619L1A-U-GR - Modern1 bd · 1 ba · 1,414 sq ftAvailable now$2,339/mo
- 32Unit 1712P1A-VR - Traditional1 bd · 1 ba · 2,040 sq ftAvailable now$2,964/mo
The Rice Amenities
Guest suites available
10-18 ft. ceiling height
Second floor Resident Club Level
Washers and Dryers Included
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Easy access to Houston tunnels
Historic Crystal Ballroom
Clawfoot tubs
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Remodeled historic underground heated pool & meditation room
Expresso cabinets
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Executive conference room
Refinished original dark maple wood flooring
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Spectacular Downtown Views
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Fenced dog park just seconds away at market square
Gourmet Kitchens with Islands
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Onsite retail & restaurants
Polished Concrete Flooring
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Brick Accent Walls
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Penthouse
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Located in the downtown historic district
Complimentary valet parking
Roman style soaking bathtubs
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Quartz Countertops
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Located on the Houston Metrorail
Garage Parking with Controlled Access
Remodeled Lobby
Cold Plunge and Sauna
24-hour fitness center with towel service
Pet Friendly Community
Professional concierge services
Near: Market Square, Theatre District, Buffalo Bayou Trails
Large Walk-In Showers
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Outdoor Terrace including lounge with grills
Glass Tile Backsplash
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Spin Bike Room
Frequently asked questions about The Rice
How much does it cost to rent at The Rice?
Listed rents at The Rice currently start at $1,246 per month and go up to $2,964. By layout: 8 studios from $1,246, 14 one-bedrooms from $1,747, 6 two-bedrooms from $1,890.
What floor plans are available at The Rice?
The Rice currently lists 8 studios (485 sq ft–561 sq ft), 14 one-bedrooms (822 sq ft–2,040 sq ft), and 6 two-bedrooms (1,132 sq ft–1,453 sq ft).
Is The Rice pet friendly?
Pet friendly community with fenced dog park nearby. Pet amenities aren’t a luxury anymore—they’re expected. The American Pet Products Association estimates that approximately 60 percent of all Americans own at least one pet, with nearly 80 million dogs and 96 million cats as part of that lofty figure. “That’s a significant amount of prospective renters,” said Gina Bertagnolli Slater, regional property manager for Pinnacle, Las Vegas. “For our pet owners their furry friends are family. Our ability to provide an extraordinary experience for the entire family is paramount in fulfilling our mission of consistently exceeding our customers’ expectations—and that includes their pets.”
Does The Rice have parking?
Complimentary valet parking and garage parking with controlled access
How do I schedule a tour at The Rice?
Request a tour on Staycio at staycio.com/buildings/the-rice: pick a preferred date and time, and you'll get an email confirming the request.
Where is The Rice located?
The Rice is at 909 Texas Ave, Houston, TX, in the Downtown neighborhood.