A double in University of Houston’s Moody Towers costs $3,274 a term in 2026–27, up from $3,179 the year before. Off campus, Apartment List puts Houston’s median one-bedroom at $1,120 a month in October 2026. This guide sets out the verified figures and what I could not confirm.
Details come from the University of Houston housing rate sheet and Apartment List, checked on 21 October 2026. The UH page notes that some rates are subject to Board of Regents approval and does not list meal plan costs. Apartment List medians are for whole apartments, not single rooms.
University of Houston rates per term (fall and spring), 2026–27
| Residence and room type | 2025–26 | 2026–27 |
|---|---|---|
| Moody Towers, double | $3,179 | $3,274 |
| Moody Towers, single | $4,347 | $4,477 |
| Cougar Village I or II, two-bedroom double | $3,890 | $4,007 |
| Cougar Village I or II, single | $5,058 | $5,210 |
| Bayou Oaks, townhouse | $4,079 | $4,232 |
| The Quad, townhouse | $4,328 | $4,436 |
| Cougar Place, four-bedroom, one bath | $4,660 | $4,835 |
| University Lofts, efficiency | $6,031 | $6,272 |
| University Lofts, one-bedroom | $7,228 | $7,517 |
Rates are per person per term. Most rates rose by roughly 3% to 4% year on year in the rows shown. Some rows carry an asterisk for a required meal plan, but the page gives no meal plan prices. Summer 2026 rates exist for The Quad and University Lofts only.
Private rental in Houston
| Measure (October 2026) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Median one-bedroom rent | $1,120 a month |
| Median two-bedroom rent | $1,327 a month |
| Change over 12 months | Down 2.3% (citywide median) |
I have not ranked neighbourhoods or listed private blocks, because I could not verify prices or area details against reliable sources. View any room in person or on a live video call, get a written lease and never pay before you have one. For other Texas cities, see our guides to Austin, College Station and Lubbock, or browse all student accommodation in the United States.
FAQs about student accommodation in Houston
How much does UH housing cost?
From $3,274 a term for a Moody Towers double to $7,517 for a University Lofts one-bedroom in 2026–27.
What is the median rent in Houston?
Apartment List reports $1,120 for a one-bedroom and $1,327 for a two-bedroom in October 2026.
Sources
All checked 21 October 2026.
