UNITi Montrose is a purpose-built student housing community at 701 Richmond Avenue in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood. It offers studios, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and 4-bedroom floor plans, with the 3- and 4-bedroom units leased by the bedroom — each with its own private bathroom. University of St. Thomas is a half-mile walk away. Rice University is about 10 minutes by car. University of Houston is a short drive further. If you’re a student looking for an apartment in Montrose, this is the building designed around that exact situation.
Floor Plans and Layouts
UNITi Montrose has a wide unit mix, from compact studios to four-bedroom shared apartments.
**Studios** range from 323 to 574 square feet across ten plan variations (Studio A through Studio J). Some run on the smaller end — Studio A at 323 sq ft and Studio J at 375 sq ft work well as efficient solo setups. Studio C (377 sq ft, the largest group in the building at 60 units) and Studio G (377 sq ft, 34 units) are the most common. Studio H (542 sq ft) and Studio I (574 sq ft) are the roomiest studio options if you want more breathing room to work from home.
**1 Bed / 1 Bath** comes in at 583 square feet — the largest single-occupant layout in the building. Six units available.
**2 Bed / 2 Bath** is 465 square feet. Thirty-six units. Each bedroom gets its own bathroom, which makes this layout work well for two people who want to split costs without sharing a bathroom.
**3 Bed / 3 Bath** is 369 square feet per bedroom footprint, with 66 units in the building. Rented by the bedroom, so you sign your own lease for your room and aren’t on the hook for a roommate’s rent.
**4 Bed / 4 Bath** is 340 square feet per bedroom and also 66 units. Same by-the-bedroom structure. Four people, four bathrooms, one shared lease address — good math if you’re coordinating with friends or matching with strangers.
For current pricing and availability on any floor plan, check the website directly. Rates and availability change, and the site has the live numbers.
In-Unit Features
Every unit comes with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, in-unit washer and dryer, walk-in closets, and smart home features. Balconies and patios are available on select units. The building is pet friendly.
Amenities Worth Knowing About
The community amenity list at UNITi Montrose is longer than most student housing buildings, and some of it is genuinely uncommon.
– **Podcast studio**: a dedicated, soundproofed space for recording. Useful for communications students, journalism students, or anyone running a side project.
– **Craft room**: hands-on creative space separate from your bedroom.
– **Coworking space**: open-plan desks designed for focused work, with the kind of setup that makes working-from-apartment bearable.
– **Meeting rooms on every floor**: this is practical. If you need a quiet place to take a Zoom call or study with a group, you don’t have to go downstairs. Multiple rooms, spread across the building.
– **Theater room**: for movie nights that don’t require everyone crowding someone’s laptop screen.
– **Yoga studio**: in-building, no membership required.
– **Fitness center**: standard gym equipment without leaving the property.
– **Rooftop deck**: views and outdoor space above the neighborhood.
– **Pool and BBQ/Grills**: for warmer months, which in Houston is most of the year.
– **Dog park**: on-site, so you’re not running to Ervan Chew Dog Park (1 mile away) every single time.
– **Bike storage**: Montrose is bikeable. Having covered, secure storage matters.
– **EV charging, garage parking, covered parking**: parking options are covered if you have a car.
– **Package lockers, controlled access, gated access, on-site maintenance, on-site management**: the baseline operational stuff that matters more than people expect until something goes wrong.
The Location: What’s Actually Around You
**University of St. Thomas** is 0.5 miles from the front door — about a 10-minute walk depending on your pace. Jones Hall (a primary academic building) is 0.6 miles. Doherty Library is also 0.5 miles. If you’re a UST student, this is a walking commute.
**Rice University** is 8–12 minutes by car depending on which part of campus you’re going to. The Registrar’s Office is 1.7 miles out (7 minutes). The main Welcome Center is 2.1 miles (8 minutes). The Jones Graduate and Virani Undergraduate Business Schools are 2.6 miles (12 minutes).
**University of Houston** requires a longer drive — UH’s main campus is further southeast, but it’s a realistic commute from Montrose.
For day-to-day life off campus:
– **Siphon Coffee** is 0.3 miles away — walkable for a pre-class coffee run.
– **The Breakfast Klub** is 1 mile out, one of the most well-known brunch spots in Houston.
– **Trader Joe’s** is 2.3 miles away for grocery runs.
– **Warehouse Live**, a live music venue, is 1.2 miles from the property.
– **13 Celsius**, a wine bar with a low-key vibe, is also 1.2 miles out.
– **The Bar Method Houston – Montrose**, a fitness studio, is 0.8 miles away.
– **Ervan Chew Dog Park** is 1 mile from the building — an easy walk if you have a dog.
Montrose as a neighborhood sits in the middle of Houston’s cultural corridor. The Museum District is nearby, Hermann Park is accessible, and the area has one of Houston’s denser concentrations of independent restaurants, bars, and coffee shops — all within walking distance or a short drive.
By-the-Bedroom Leasing: How It Works
The 3- and 4-bedroom units at UNITi Montrose are leased by the bedroom. That means you sign for your room, not for the whole apartment. If you’re moving in with people you don’t know, or you’re worried about being responsible for someone else’s rent, this structure removes that risk. Each bedroom has its own private bathroom — no bathroom schedule, no shared shower coordination.
Studios and the 1-bedroom are individual leases in the standard sense. The 2-bedroom is also available and structured with two bathrooms.
Touring UNITi Montrose
If you’re comparing Montrose Houston apartments and want to see the floor plans, amenity spaces, and location in person, the UNITi Montrose leasing office can set up a tour. Visit the website for current availability, pricing, and to schedule a time to come by 701 Richmond Avenue.
Frequently asked questions
How far is UNITi Montrose from University of St. Thomas?
University of St. Thomas is 0.5 miles from UNITi Montrose at 701 Richmond Avenue — close enough to walk to class.
Are the 3- and 4-bedroom apartments leased by the bedroom?
Yes. The 3-bed/3-bath and 4-bed/4-bath units are rented by the bedroom, so you sign for your own room and each bedroom has its own private bathroom.
What studio sizes are available at UNITi Montrose?
Studios range from 323 to 574 square feet across ten floor plan variations. The most common plans are Studio C and Studio G, both at 377 sq ft.
Does UNITi Montrose have study and work spaces beyond the individual units?
Yes — the building has a coworking space, a podcast studio, a craft room, and meeting rooms on every floor, so there are multiple options for studying or working outside your bedroom.
