UNITi Montrose is a purpose-built student housing property at 701 Richmond Avenue in Montrose, Houston, offering 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom units leased by the bedroom. Every bedroom comes with its own private bathroom, which means you split the unit with roommates but never the bathroom. The building sits 0.5 miles from University of St. Thomas, about 8 minutes from Rice University, and within a short drive of University of Houston.
What “By the Bedroom” Actually Means
With by-the-bedroom leasing, you sign your own lease for your own bedroom. You are not on a joint lease with your roommates, and you are not responsible for their rent. Each bedroom in a 3-bed or 4-bed unit at UNITi Montrose has a private en-suite bathroom, so the shared spaces are the kitchen and living area — nothing else.
This matters for a few practical reasons. If a roommate moves out or defaults, it does not affect your lease. You can find a place to live without already knowing three people who want to sign together. And because the building is purpose-built for students, the roommate matching process is part of how these units fill.
Floor Plans
UNITi Montrose has a wide range of layouts depending on what you need.
**Studios** run from 323 to 574 square feet across ten configurations (Studio A through Studio J). The most common are Studio C and Studio G at 377 sq ft each, with 60 and 34 units respectively. If you want more room, Studio H (542 sq ft, 5 units) and Studio I (574 sq ft, 1 unit) are the largest options. Studios are individual units, not shared.
**1 Bed / 1 Bath** comes in at 583 square feet across 6 units — the largest single-occupant floor plan in the building.
**2 Bed / 2 Bath** units are 465 square feet total across 36 units, with each bedroom having its own bathroom.
**3 Bed / 3 Bath** units are 369 square feet per bedroom across 66 units. These are leased by the bedroom.
**4 Bed / 4 Bath** units are 340 square feet per bedroom across 66 units. Also leased by the bedroom, and the most common layout for larger roommate groups.
For current pricing and availability on any floor plan, check the UNITi Montrose website directly — rates and open units change frequently.
In-Unit Features
Every unit includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, in-unit washer and dryer, walk-in closets, and a balcony or patio. Smart home features are built in. The building has controlled and gated access, on-site management, and on-site maintenance.
For residents with pets, the building is pet-friendly. There is also a dog park on site and Ervan Chew Dog Park about 1 mile away.
Parking options include a garage, covered parking, and EV charging. Bike storage is available for residents who prefer to get around without a car.
Amenity Spaces Worth Knowing About
The amenity package at UNITi Montrose goes beyond a pool and a gym, and several of the spaces are designed specifically around studying and academic work.
**Coworking space** is available for residents who want a desk setup that is not their bedroom. It functions like a professional co-working environment inside the building.
**Meeting rooms on every floor** mean you do not have to book a library room across campus when you need a space to work on a group project or hold a study session. They are a short walk down the hall.
**Podcast studio** is a dedicated recording space — useful for communication majors, students in media-adjacent programs, and anyone producing content for class or independently.
**Craft room** is a hands-on creative space for projects that do not fit in a bedroom.
**Theater room** is available for residents who want a group viewing space.
Beyond the academic-adjacent amenities: the pool, fitness center, yoga studio, rooftop deck, BBQ and grills, and clubhouse round out the leisure side. Package lockers handle deliveries, and storage units are available for residents who need extra space.
Location: Three Campuses in One Address
The location is the core argument for UNITi Montrose if you are comparing by-the-bedroom apartments in Houston.
– **University of St. Thomas** is 0.5 miles away — a walkable distance for students going to class, the library (Doherty Library is 0.5 miles), or campus offices. Drive time is about 3 minutes.
– **Rice University** main campus is 2.4 miles away, about a 10-minute drive. The Rice University Registrar’s Office is 1.7 miles out, closer to 7 minutes.
– **University of Houston** is further out but reachable in a short drive from Montrose.
Beyond the campuses, the neighborhood has enough within walking distance to make a car optional for daily life. Siphon Coffee is 0.3 miles from the building — the closest café for morning coffee or a study session away from the apartment. The Breakfast Klub, one of Houston’s most consistently praised brunch spots, is 1 mile out. AvantGarden, a neighborhood bar, is 0.9 miles. Warehouse Live is 1.2 miles for live music nights. Trader Joe’s is 2.3 miles for grocery runs.
For fitness outside the building, MADabolic Ion District is 0.5 miles and Counterpunch Training is 0.8 miles. Ervan Chew Dog Park is a 1-mile walk for residents with dogs.
How Montrose Fits Into Student Life
Montrose is one of Houston’s denser, more walkable neighborhoods. Richmond Avenue runs through it, and the blocks around UNITi Montrose have coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and everyday services within a short radius. It is not a college-town bubble — it is a real urban neighborhood where students live alongside everyone else. That tends to suit students who want proximity to campus without the closed-off feel of an on-campus dormitory.
The building being purpose-built for students means the roommate structure, the amenity spaces, and the leasing process are all designed around how students actually live and work. The meeting rooms on every floor are not an afterthought — they exist because people living here need them regularly.
How to Tour
If you are comparing by the bedroom apartments in Houston and want to see UNITi Montrose in person, schedule a tour through the property directly. You can check current pricing, floor plan availability, and book a visit at the UNITi Montrose leasing office or website. The leasing team can also walk you through the roommate matching process for 3-bed and 4-bed units.
Frequently asked questions
What does ‘by the bedroom’ mean at UNITi Montrose?
Each person signs their own individual lease for their own bedroom. You are not jointly responsible for your roommates’ rent, and every bedroom in the 3-bed and 4-bed units comes with its own private bathroom.
How far is UNITi Montrose from University of St. Thomas?
University of St. Thomas is 0.5 miles from the building — walkable, and about a 3-minute drive.
What study or work spaces are available in the building?
UNITi Montrose has a coworking space, a podcast studio, a craft room, and meeting rooms on every floor available to residents.
How do I see current pricing and availability?
Pricing and available units change frequently. Check the UNITi Montrose website or contact the leasing office directly for current rates and to schedule a tour.
