




- Student Housing
- 1–2 Bedrooms
- $1,375-$4,882 Pricing
- 644–1,267 Square Feet
Rent Specials
Up to $1000 off 1st month! Call Today!
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.
The Gael is located in the Afton Oaks Neighborhood and 77027 Zip code of Houston, TX. This community is professionally managed by Willow Bridge Property Company
Unique Features and Amenities
- 9' Ceilings
- Air Conditioner
- Built-In Bookshelves*
- Carport
- Close to Public Transportation
- customized Amenitiy Name
- Cyber Lounge
- Granite Countertops*
- Green Space
- Grilling Area
- Laminate Flooring*
- Off Street Parking
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Pool Views*
- Resident Lounge
- Spin Room
- Stainless steel appliances*
- Washer and Dryer
- Yoga Studio
Property Contact Info

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- (833) 351-1889
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Office Hours
| Monday | 8:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 1:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Gael offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,375 and having 644–1,267 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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1 Bedroom
Floorplan A3
From $1,375
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,472 Available Now 1201 744 $1,487 Available Now 1101 744 $1,474 September 18, 2026 6203 744 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,375 - $3,175
Current Available Pricing
- $1,472 - $1,487
Unit 1201 Rent and Fees
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- $1,472
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- $1,375 - $3,175
Unit 1101 Rent and Fees
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- $1,487
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- $1,375 - $3,175
Unit 6203 Rent and Fees
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- $1,474
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- $1,375 - $3,175
Apartment Model: A3From $1,3751 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
A3 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1201Apartment Model: A3$1,4721 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 1101Apartment Model: A3$1,4871 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 6203Apartment Model: A3$1,4741 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable September 18, 2026Floorplan A1
From $1,397
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 644 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,438 Available Now 1106 644 $1,397 October 8, 2026 5307 644 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,397 - $3,107
Current Available Pricing
- $1,397 - $1,438
Unit 1106 Rent and Fees
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- $1,438
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- $1,397 - $3,107
Unit 5307 Rent and Fees
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- $1,397
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- $1,397 - $3,107
Apartment Model: A1From $1,3971 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 644 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
A1 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1106Apartment Model: A1$1,4381 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 644 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 5307Apartment Model: A1$1,3971 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 644 sq ftAvailable October 8, 2026Floorplan A4
From $1,410
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,534 Available Now 1302 809 $1,642 October 6, 2026 3104 809 $1,410 November 16, 2026 1305 809 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,410 - $3,520
Current Available Pricing
- $1,410 - $1,642
Unit 1302 Rent and Fees
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- $1,534
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- $1,410 - $3,520
Unit 3104 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,642
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- $1,410 - $3,520
Unit 1305 Rent and Fees
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- $1,410
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- $1,410 - $3,520
Apartment Model: A4From $1,4101 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
A4 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1302Apartment Model: A4$1,5341 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3104Apartment Model: A4$1,6421 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable October 6, 2026Apartment Unit: 1305Apartment Model: A4$1,4101 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable November 16, 2026Floorplan A2
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable SoonModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon A2 809 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: A2Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 809 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
A2 - Floorplan Floorplan A5
1 Bed, 2 Baths, 831 sq ftAvailable SoonLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon A5 831 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
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Apartment Model: A5Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 831 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
A5 - Floorplan 2 Bedrooms
Floorplan B4
From $1,537
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1095 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,537 Available Now 5309 1095 $1,711 Available Now 5108 1095 $1,747 Available Now 1108 1095 Model Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,537 - $4,848
Current Available Pricing
- $1,537 - $1,747
Unit 5309 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
Unit 5309 Rent and Fees
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- $1,537
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- $1,537 - $4,848
Unit 5108 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
Unit 5108 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,711
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Model Price Range
- $1,537 - $4,848
Unit 1108 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
Unit 1108 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,747
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Model Price Range
- $1,537 - $4,848
Apartment Model: B4From $1,5372 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1095 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
B4 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 5309Apartment Model: B4$1,5372 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1095 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 5108Apartment Model: B4$1,7112 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1095 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 1108Apartment Model: B4$1,7472 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1095 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan B5
From $1,545
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1156 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,601 Available Now 6101 1156 $1,640 Available Now 3102 1156 $1,742 Available Now 7109 1156 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,545 - $4,882
Current Available Pricing
- $1,601 - $1,742
Unit 6101 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,601
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Model Price Range
- $1,545 - $4,882
Unit 3102 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,640
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,545 - $4,882
Unit 7109 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,742
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Model Price Range
- $1,545 - $4,882
Apartment Model: B5From $1,5452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1156 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
B5 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 6101Apartment Model: B5$1,6012 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1156 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3102Apartment Model: B5$1,6402 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1156 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 7109Apartment Model: B5$1,7422 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1156 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan B6
From $1,553
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1161 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,553 Available Now 1308 1161 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
Unit 1308 Rent and Fees
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- $1,553
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- $1,553 - $4,338
Apartment Model: B6From $1,5532 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1161 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
B6 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1308Apartment Model: B6$1,5532 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1161 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan B3
From $1,713
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1048 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,713 Available Now 6104 1048 Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
Unit 6104 Rent and Fees
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- $1,713
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- $1,713 - $4,838
Apartment Model: B3From $1,7132 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1048 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
B3 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 6104Apartment Model: B3$1,7132 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1048 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan B1
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 927 sq ftAvailable SoonModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon B1 927 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
Apartment Model: B1Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 927 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
B1 - Floorplan Floorplan B2
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1078 sq ftAvailable SoonModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon B2 1078 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
Apartment Model: B2Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1078 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
B2 - Floorplan Floorplan B7
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1267 sq ftAvailable SoonLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon B7 1267 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
Apartment Model: B7Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1267 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
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Property Information
- 210 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1999
Lease Terms
- 3 - 13 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Cat DepositiCharged per Pet.$250.00
- Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$20.00/mo
- Dog
- Dog DepositiCharged per Pet.$250.00
- Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$20.00/mo
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Parking Info and Fees
- Surface Lot
- Covered
- Other
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.
Features and Amenities
Community Features
- Corporate Housing
- Business Center
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Gated
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning

Map
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Transportation

Map
Getting Around
80 / 100 Very Walkable
50 / 100 Some public transit
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
70 / 100 Moderately car friendly
Getting to Know the Area
90 / 100 Restaurants
90 / 100 Cafes
90 / 100 Nightlife
90 / 100 Shopping
70 / 100 Parks
30 / 100 Noise Level
Frequently Asked Questions about The Gael
Where is The Gael located?
The Gael is located at 4000 Essex Ln near the Afton Oaks area of Houston, TX
What is the current rent range at The Gael?
1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Gael currently range from $1,375 to $4,882
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for The Gael are
- Monday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Friday 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at The Gael is: Up to $1000 off 1st month! Call Today!.
Renters Reviews and Ratings
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Nearby Schools
Lamar High School
School at St George Place
Lanier Middle
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Gael.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Target
Petsmart
Walgreens
Colleges and Universities
The Art Institute of Houston
Groceries
Heb
Whole Foods
Kroger
Hospitals
Behavioral Hospital Of Bellaire
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
Houston Methodist Hospital
Parks and Recreation
Reliant Stadium and Reliant Park Arena
The Gael has 4 parks within 5.8 miles, including Hermann Park, Reliant Stadium and Reliant Park Arena, Minute Maid Park, and Super Happy Fun Land.
Restaurants and Dining
Frank's Chop House
Ragin' Cajun
Luling City Market
Shopping Centers
The Gael has 5 shopping centers within 0.4 miles.
Transit Stations
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Studio Apartments | $1,338 | $347 | $5,000 |
| Houston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $367 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $567 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $686 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $649 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,532 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Houston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,754 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
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