
1601 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77019
What This Condo Offers
Rare first-floor corner unit in the highly sought-after,gated community of River Oaks Gardens! Surrounded by a tranquil,garden setting with mature oak trees... ,this 2-bedroom,1.5-bath condo offers premium living in an unbeatable location. The spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and flows into a beautiful kitchen with an included washer and dryer. Enjoy the bright and airy bonus sunroom,perfect for relaxation. The second bedroom easily doubles as a private home office. Top-tier community amenities include 24/7 courtesy guards,3x weekly doorstep trash pickup,a resort-style pool,and assigned covered parking inside the secure fence. Unbeatable walkability—just steps from River Oaks Shopping Center and the historic River Oaks Theater. A must-see! MLS ID 95495725
Unit 172
- $1,950 / month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 928 sq. ft.
- Available Now
1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 172 is a condo for rent in Houston, TX
Condo Details
Home Design
- Built in 1978
- Traditional Architecture
- Condominium
Interior Spaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- 928 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Security Gate
Parking
- 1 Detached Carport Space
- 1 Car Garage
- Assigned Parking
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
Lot Details
- 7.89 Acre Lot
Schools
- Baker Montessori Elementary School
- Lanier Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-06-08
- 12 Month Lease Term
Community Details
Overview
- Rise Management Co. Association
- River Oaks Gardens Condos Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
- Pet Deposit Required
Security
- Card or Code Access
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Houston, TX 77019

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Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of St Thomas
Drive: 4 min (1.9 mi)
Rice University
Drive: 7 min (3.1 mi)
Houston Community College
Drive: 7 min (3.5 mi)
The Art Institute of Houston
Drive: 6 min (3.5 mi)
Discover Montrose, Houston, TX
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 172 proximity to Shepherd Center, RO Shepherd Commons, and River Oaks Shopping Center. Shepherd Center is 0.2 miles away, and RO Shepherd Commons is within a 6 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 172 has good public transit, including 6 transit stops within 4.7 miles. Transit options include Ensemble/Hcc Stn Nb and Mcgowen.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 172 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Buffalo Bayou Park, Lowrey Arboretum, and Houston Museum of Natural Science.
Airports
Living in Montrose provides easy access to William P Hobby, located just 27 minutes from 1601 S Shepherd Dr Unit 172. Another nearby airport is George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 23.8 miles away.
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