Just 45 miles northwest of Houston, Magnolia charms residents with its historic train depot and streets lined with the magnificent magnolia trees that gave the town its name. Houses for rent in Magnolia combine small-town Texas heritage with convenient access to Houston's metropolitan amenities. The average rental home in this growing community ranges from $1,600 to $2,100 monthly, with options from updated ranch-style houses to modern townhomes. The Mill Creek and Magnolia Meadows neighborhoods feature well-maintained properties near the shopping and dining destinations along FM 1488. The location near FM 1488 and FM 1774 provides direct routes to The Woodlands and several major medical centers, with typical commute times of 30 minutes or less. Magnolia's pleasant climate makes outdoor living spaces particularly appealing, and many rental homes feature private yards and patios for year-round enjoyment.