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The Gael

4000 Essex Ln, Houston, TX 77027

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,225 - $4,259 1 - 2 1 - 2

Rent Specials

$300 Waived Admin Fee - Look and Lease Special!

Pricing and Floor Plans

A1

$1,225 - $3,045
1 Bed, 1 Bath
644 Sq. Ft.

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5 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
3110
$1,327
644
Now
5105
$1,327
644
Now
3208
$1,240
644
11/18/25

A3

$1,344 - $3,243
1 Bed, 1 Bath
744 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
4104
$1,344
744
Now
6107
$1,435
744
Now
1109
$1,440
744
12/13/25

A4

$1,253 - $3,388
1 Bed, 1 Bath
809 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
3106
$1,483
809
Now
2204
$1,253
809
12/15/25

B3

$1,627 - $4,074
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,048 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
6304
$1,627
1,048
Now
3105
$1,715
1,048
Now
6112
$1,752
1,048
Now

B5

$1,548 - $3,734
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,156 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 24
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2102
$1,765
1,156
12/24/25
4101
$1,765
1,156
1/10/26
2302
$1,548
1,156
2/5/26

B4

$1,660 - $4,048
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,095 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1107
$1,713
1,095
Now
5308
$1,660
1,095
1/15/26

B2

$1,699 - $4,259
2 Beds, 1 Bath
1,078 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2208
1,078
Now

B1

$1,571 - $3,328
2 Beds, 1 Bath
927 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 12
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
6311
$1,571
927
12/12/25

B7

$1,765 - $3,734
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,267 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 23
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
4202
$1,765
1,267
12/23/25
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3 - 13 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1999
  • 210 units / 3 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Dogs

  • Dog Deposit
    $250 one-time
  • Dog Rent
    $20 / mo

Restrictions

None

Comments

| Restrictions: None

Cats

  • Cat Deposit
    $250 one-time
  • Cat Rent
    $20 / mo

Restrictions

None

Comments

| Restrictions: None

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Granite Countertops*
  • 9' Ceilings
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Cyber Lounge
  • Spin Room
  • customized Amenitiy Name
  • Stainless steel appliances*
  • Yoga Studio
  • Built-In Bookshelves*
  • Close to Public Transportation

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • High Speed Internet Access

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Pool

Map of The Gael

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Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ®

Very Walkable82 / 100

Transit Score ®

Some Transit48 / 100

Bike Score ®

Bikeable51 / 100

Transit

Commuter Rail
Houston
11 min Drive
Amtrak
Airport
William P Hobby
30 min Drive
Airport
George Bush Intcntl/Houston
34 min Drive
Houston George Bush Intercontinental

Moving to Afton Oaks, Houston, TX

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Gael proximity to Central Market, Weslayan Shopping Center, and Highland Village Shopping Center. Central Market is 0.3 miles away, and Weslayan Shopping Center is within a 4 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 48, The Gael has some transit, including 6 transit stops within 6.3 miles. Transit options include Hermann Park/Rice U and Dryden/Tmc.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Gael are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, Nature Discovery Center, and Memorial Park and Golf Course.

Airports

Living in Afton Oaks provides easy access to William P Hobby, located just 30 minutes from The Gael. Another nearby airport is George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 26.7 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

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River Oaks Baptist School

Grades PK-8

Private

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St. John's Upper

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

The Art Institute of Houston

Walk: 20 min (1 mi)

University of St Thomas

Drive: 7 min (3.7 mi)

Rice University

Drive: 10 min (4.2 mi)

Baylor College of Medicine

Drive: 12 min (5.3 mi)

About The Gael

Enjoy a private community close to Highland Village shopping and just steps to Central Market!



Located in the inner loop near River Oaks, The Gael & Essex House is right around the corner from Highland Village, Galleria and... within steps on Central Market. We offer one and two bedrooms apartments that have been newly-renovated with granite countertops, espresso cabinets and a full stainless steel appliance package. Dive into our gorgeous sparkling pools and get your sweat in our 24 hour fitness center. We look forward to making your next home at The Gael & Essex House.

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Contact

Property Address:
4000 Essex Ln,
Houston, TX 77027
Phone Number: (844) 997-1850
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Monday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Gael

4.7

67 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

9/10/25

Verified Renter

My tour guide was really informative and helpful and the team was very quick to help me process my application and leasing documents. It was all very organized, clear, and professional.

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Property Manager at The Gael responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that our team was informative and efficient during your tour and application process. We strive to maintain a high level of organization and professionalism.

Sincerely, ...
The Gael Management Team

9/5/25

Verified Renter

Enjoy living here. Appreciate quiet community, grocery stores that are in close proximity,and ability to walk in neighborhood. Also, I am very close to my church.

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Property Manager at The Gael responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear you enjoy the peaceful environment and convenient location. It's wonderful that you find the neighborhood walkable and close to important places for you.

Sincerely,
The... Gael Management Team

8/29/25

Verified Renter

Office workers are super friendly and responsive to emails :) easy move in and application process. We had a few bumps while applying but the office quickly got everything sorted out. The complex is very quiet and well kept

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Property Manager at The Gael responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. It's wonderful to hear that our team was able to assist you efficiently and that you find our community quiet and well-maintained. We appreciate your kind words and are here to help if you need... anything in the future.

Sincerely,
The Gael Management Team

8/27/25

Verified Renter

Great apartment complex. Really love the location and how close it is to everything. The neighborhood is really quiet. The amenities are very nice.

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Property Manager at The Gael responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're happy to hear that you enjoy the location, the peaceful neighborhood, and our amenities. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,
The Gael Management Team

8/9/25

Verified Renter

The community here is incredibly friendly and inviting. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted with warm smiles, helpful neighbors, and a genuine sense of belonging. People are quick to lend a hand, share a kind word, and make newcomers feel right at home. It’s the kind of place where you not only know your neighbors, but you truly enjoy spending time together.

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Property Manager at The Gael responded to this review

Thank you for sharing how welcoming and friendly our community is, and we're thrilled that you feel a genuine sense of belonging here. We appreciate your kind words and are grateful to have such a supportive and inviting environment.

Sincerely, ...
The Gael Management Team

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