r/AskHouston 5h ago

Looking for 1BR Apartment Complex Recommendations in Houston (approx $1,100 Budget)

7 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

I’ll be moving to the Houston area soon and am looking for specific SAFE apartment/condo/townhouse/house recommendations around Houston.

I’m looking for:

  • bedroom apartment
  • Safety and hygiene

    (no roach infestation)

  • are my biggest priorities.

  • A clean, well-managed complex with responsive maintenance.

  • I don’t mind being in Missouri City, Stafford, Pearland, or nearby as I work remotely.

I’d love to hear the names of apartment complexes you’ve lived in or would personally recommend (or ones to avoid).

If you’ve had a good experience with an apartment in this price range, I’d really appreciate your suggestions. Thanks!


r/AskHouston 8h ago

Question about dating in Houston

10 Upvotes

Folks who don't want to get married: Where you finding other people like you? What are you saying in your dating app bio to find success?

I don't want to ever get married again, but I also don't want a casual relationship. I feel like a unicorn out here 😭.


r/AskHouston 4h ago

Current job market?

2 Upvotes

This has probably been asked before but i haven’t seen anything really up to date so i figured i ask. I been trying to figure out work options/ opportunities my background experience is in sales, towing, manager, car dealership, delivery driver, internet sales, trailers, customer service and a few others. Any recommendations on where to apply or what positions are in demand? would prefer a driving job where the company provides a take home vehicle to get to and from work. Any input would be greatly appreciated!


r/AskHouston 5h ago

Any muay thai/mma gyms at or under $100/month?

3 Upvotes

Finally did my first class but the gym quoted me for $250/month which seems a little steep. I'm never gonna be an MMA fighter; I just want to learn and be instructed properly and not have to pay like it's an investment.

Major things I'm looking for are:

Price first; I need it under $100.

Location second; looking for something within 40 minutes of Kingwood

Size third; prefer something smaller and more personal but this is not a requirement, which is why it's third on the list.


r/AskHouston 3h ago

Urgent Salon recommendations

2 Upvotes

I'm visiting MDA for my husband's cancer care.
I desperately need my hair cut, colored. I have thick curly hair but generally I straighten it. I'm trying to get someone experienced with curly cuts since my hair draws up when it drys. I am open to luxury salons or not but require experience and would prefer this week. Thank you in advance


r/AskHouston 7h ago

looking for the best sour beers in houston

2 Upvotes

title says it all! Going to be in Houston on Friday and I’m looking for a brewery with good sours! ideally near central Houston but willing to travel farther. Thank you!


r/AskHouston 12h ago

What are the best places in Midtown and River Oaks during the abysmal heatwave?

5 Upvotes

I’m just saying to search for the interested indoor site in middle of the extreme summer. Anything.


r/AskHouston 17h ago

New to the city

10 Upvotes

I'm a 27f and looking to expand my social circle and meet more young professionals. I'm not really interested in dating events. just want to make friends, build connections, and get out of my comfort zone.
Are there any recurring mixers, networking events, happy hours, volunteer groups, or clubs you'd recommend? I'm open to pretty much anything that has a friendly crowd.


r/AskHouston 13h ago

Alphabet things to do in Houston

4 Upvotes

My Kids [4,6,7] and I are trying to explore Houston via the alphabet. For each letter we try a new place around the Houston Metroplex area. I am not overly familiar with the city, and have found difficulty with some of the letters, so if anybody has any suggestions for letters F-Z, that would be very helpful.


r/AskHouston 14h ago

Temporary childcare/summer camp while visiting sick FIL for 18 mo baby

5 Upvotes

Looks like we will be in town for a week or two this summer to support and visit my FIL while he’s in the hospital. We still need to work while we’re there, so we would love any recommendations for a week long baby summer camp or something like that for our 18 month old so we can still have time to get a bit of work done and care for my FIL.

Let me know if there’s a better place to ask or really any recommendations for what to do. TIA


r/AskHouston 12h ago

Plasma

3 Upvotes

Where is the best and highest paying place to donate plasma? The local one by my house is $500 for the first 5.


r/AskHouston 19h ago

What are the best jazz clubs or spots for live jazz in Houston?

8 Upvotes

r/AskHouston 17h ago

Anyone been to the Secret Group’s Kinky Wednesdays ?

6 Upvotes

If so, what was your experience? I (23F) can’t find anything online so I don’t really know what to expect 😭. Thx !!


r/AskHouston 18h ago

Chess

5 Upvotes

21M

Hello!
Does anyone know about any over the board chess clubs that meet routinely?

Thanks in advance :)


r/AskHouston 18h ago

Electricity provider?

5 Upvotes

Hi!! I posted last month about the safety of the montrose/allen parkway area and got great advice!! I have officially signed a lease and am beginning setting up utilities and all of that! From out of state, where electricity is handled TOTALLY different and looking to get an opinion about providers? My locator service also has concierge that helps with the utilities part and last week they said that energy Texas has the best rates, but now suggests Atlantex due to rate changes.

Any experiences/recommendations/advice is greatly appreciated!!

Edited to add: it is a one bed apartment, roughly 1000 sq ft. I will be gone most days from 7 am ~ 5 pm, if that changes any advice!!


r/AskHouston 14h ago

Are there any AI professionals looking to get into public sector projects?

2 Upvotes

I'm launching an AI for public impact organization in Houston, and would love to connect with any techies/AI professionals in the Houston area.

I'm looking for people who are interested in public impact projects - things that improve public life for all Houstonians, or partner with nonprofits in the area, etc.

If interested, leave a comment here or DM me and happy to chat through your experience and what I'm building.


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Where do I rent if I have no money?

13 Upvotes

Title is basically true, I am looking at getting away from some less than desirable familial issues and have finally gotten to a point where I’m pretty sure I can afford to leave. I have a 9-5 job that pays me a little more than 1900 dollars a month, with about 900 dollars tied up in insurance, gas, food (both for me and my cat) and a bit into savings. I also do some contract work that earns me around 6000 dollars extra per year. I was hoping to rent a place in the 700-800 dollar a month range, and have my eye on a place between the astrodome and 288 right at 800. I’ve heard some pretty concerning stories though about constant break-ins and quite a bit of other assorted crimes. Im no stranger to living in a not-so-nice area, as my current place is right off of Edgebrook in south Houston, but everyone I’ve talked to says that this area might be worse. My question is then, is there anywhere else to live in Houston within that price point that won’t be as troublesome?


r/AskHouston 1d ago

What is weather like by month!

9 Upvotes

I know summers in Houston are pretty brutal. Was wondering what it was like outside of those 4 months? Would you all say it is quite tolerable and pleasant? I do know that temps can drop quite a bit! Thank you :-)


r/AskHouston 1d ago

What job opportunities are in Houston right now?

4 Upvotes

Been job searching in state of California have found no luck and the rent prices are ridiculous. I have a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineer but no experience. I been trying to search for a technician or process engineer 1 role, but have been struggling to find any. Is there any other job opportunities in town?


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Best Barber for a Men’s Flow Haircut Near Memorial Dr. & Energy Corridor Area?

3 Upvotes

Hey neighbors!

I live off Memorial Dr. near the Energy Corridor (close to my workplace) and I’m looking for a barber who’s experienced with men’s flow haircuts.

I’m a 28-year-old guy who moved here about a year and a half ago, and I’ve still been struggling to find a barber who’s both skilled and willing to work toward a long-term haircut goal instead of just giving a standard trim.

My hair isn’t quite long enough for the look I want yet, so I’m planning to grow it out while getting regular trims to gradually shape it over multiple appointments. I’m looking for someone who understands that process and can help me get there.

If you have a great flow haircut yourself or know a barber nearby who’s really good at this style, I’d really appreciate your recommendations. Bonus points if the shop also offers hair coloring services!


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Any insight on these apartments near TMC?

4 Upvotes

Was looking into places near the medical center, so far have narrowed it down to these places:

Camden Travis Street
Camden Greenway
Camden Plaza
Helix at Med Center
Windsor at West University
MAA Afton Oaks
MAA 510
Bloom at West Univeristy (looks a bit sus tho given the low rent, high availability unit, and little reviews available online)

Any insight or experiences here? I think max I am willing to shell out per month is 1500 total, not including utilities and such.
Thanks :-)


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Looking for a city directory

3 Upvotes

hello! im doing some reserch for a personal project and want to see where grocery stores were located during the early 1970s. my struggle is that i can't find any digital copies. does anyone know where i could access one? i don't live in Houston so i can't go obtain a physical copy. if you have any suggestions, please let me know!

specifically, 1970, 1971, 1972, and 1973.


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Homestead exemption

2 Upvotes

Does anyone know what the real tax rate is with the homestead exemption for zip 77006?! Can’t seem to get a straight answer from my realtor.


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Bulk meat packs, best place to buy? (Chicken/Beef)

3 Upvotes

I eat a lot of protein-white meat chicken/beef and am looking to get away from buying grocery store meat. It’s just myself and I have a standard size freezer. Any recommendations? I live in SE Houston but don’t mind traveling to other areas if they can’t ship.


r/AskHouston 1d ago

Looking for language exchange events in Houston

1 Upvotes

Does anyone know of any language exchange events or groups in Houston, particularly for young adults?!

I’ve been scouring the internet and social media but haven’t been able to find much. I’m particularly interested in Spanish/English exchange but am open to any multilingual events and would love to build more community w/ fellow language learners & international homies.

Any leads appreciated 🫶