Houston may not be the city where you prioritize a solid roof deck on your amenity list, but it should be. Among all the pet-friendly communities and places with high-end fitness centers, having a great rooftop to retreat to is almost better than finding an apartment that gives off those spa-life vibes.
Apartments in Houston with a good rooftop give you a great place to hang out and live it up without leaving home. Consider popping it up a few notches on your priority list as you start apartment hunting.
Ready to get to know the best apartment rooftops in Houston? Start with this list.
Gables Tanglewood
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An expansive roof deck covers the top of Gables Tanglewood. From a curvy-shaped pool with plenty of lounge chairs to the impressive covered hangout space, these offerings make it nearly impossible to leave this roof on a beautiful day. Chairs face out to absorb the city views, and small clusters of wicker furniture group together for easy socializing.
Among all the green space that makes up this Westside neighborhood, this community comes complete with a grilling area and outdoor kitchen, theater room, media center and clubhouse.
Lofts at CityCentre
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The sweet rooftop at Lofts at CityCentre is the ultimate destination when you want to hang out, have fun and stay at home. With a pergola covering a cushy lounge area and green space with a corn hole set up and a grill, you’ve got everything you need all in one place. At night, the Edison string lights illuminate a secondary seating area with a fire pit to keep the good times rolling even longer.
Just west of Greater Houston, in Memorial, this family-filled neighborhood is a great place to call home. Within this specific smoke-free, green community, you’ll find a spin and pilates studio, fitness center, recreation room and dog park with outside dog wash. It’s a great example of what living in this area can be like.
Camden Downtown Houston
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There are plenty of outdoor spaces at Camden Downtown Houston that sit high above the ground floor. These sundecks and rooftop terraces offer games, lounge areas and a massive pool with plenty of comfy chairs. You can grill out and enjoy a private, covered dining space or play a game of giant chess after lounging in a hammock. In-pool sunbathing chairs add an element of luxury when it’s time to cool off, too. When you want to hit the roof, but keep the party indoors, make sure to check out the Sky Lounge.
When you decide to live here, you’re close to everything. A part of the Inner Loop neighborhood, living at Camden Downtown Houston puts you near Houston’s central business district and gives you easy access to Interstate 601 so you can get everywhere you need to go with ease.
La Maison River Oaks
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There are four unique courtyards at La Maison River Oaks, and they all provide a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle that is Houston. However, the intimate rooftop terrace here combines all that with a soothing view of the sky. Settle into a couch or chair for some alone time, or invite friends to join you in this sweet lounge space. Beautiful potted plants flank the area adding a little pop of color when in bloom.
With French Quarter-inspired details, this Greenway – Upper Kirby community puts you close to Rice University, Texas Medical Center and a nice variety of eclectic bars and restaurants. On the property, you’ll find two swimming pools, a pet run, an upscale clubhouse, a professional business center and so much more.
Aspire Post Oak
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A bar/kitchen area, large rectangular dining table, outdoor lounge seating and spectacular city views — what else could you want from a rooftop? Aspire Post Oak checks all the boxes and adds high-end finishes and lighting and sleek furniture to boot. Outdoor terrace areas even sport a green space with hammocks and of course, the pool. With palm tree accents and in-water lounge chairs, this rooftop is quite impressive.
Situated in the Westside neighborhood, this LEED-certified community gives you access to a spin studio, golf simulator, pool, hot tub and dog park. Aspire Post Oak is a smoke-free community, too.
Domain Heights Apartments
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Pop on the TV, fire up the grill and prepare a delicious meal al fresco at the rooftop kitchen at Domain Heights Apartments. This area has everything you need from a sink to a small fridge. There’s also plenty of counter space for prep, cooking and plating. To really kick things up, there’s also a sky lounge to enjoy.
This Inner Loop community knows where it’s at when it comes to amenities. Living here, you’ll have access to a courtyard, cabanas, resort-style pool, game room, exercise studio and yoga and spin studio. There’s a dog park, dry sauna and even EV charging stations. They’ve thought of everything.
Crimson
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Stylish is an understatement for the rook deck at Crimson. This is luxury living to the extreme. Along with great Houston views, you’ll find sleek and modern couches surrounding a very cool fire pit or facing a secondary fireplace and TV. A grilling area and outdoor kitchen with bar seating are also all the way up here. A combination of open and covered areas enables you to use this space in almost any weather, too.
Another gem in Westside, this particular community also features a sunroom, pool with private cabanas, two dog runs, a pup wash and a fitness center with a yoga studio.
Montrose at Buffalo Bayou
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Set the tall buildings of downtown in your sights as you lounge in front of the fire pit on the roof at Montrose at Buffalo Bayou. The view here is spectacular. You’ll sit comfortably as you take it all in. The unique outdoor sun deck also provides you with access to the infinity pool and poolside lounge space.
Part of the highly walkable, eclectic neighborhood of Neartown – Montrose, this area is full of creatives. It blends historic charm with modern amenities as one of the oldest neighborhoods in Houston that’s still a very happening place to live.
Vantage Med Center
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You’ll forget you’re up high when lounging on the terrace at Vantage Med Center. That’s thanks to the lush trees and potted landscaping across the space. Comfy chairs and a hammock or two fill the space offering up great city views and a relaxing atmosphere. This space perfectly transitions to an indoor lounge and kitchen that feels light and airy with large windows and soft curtains.
An infinity-edge pool with private cabanas, a full-service spa with an on-site massage therapist, a large dog park and a fitness center are all extra amenities you can enjoy when you decide to live in this Inner Loop community.
Drewery Place
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The best part about the rooftop lounge at Drewery Place? The unobstructed view. Creating its banister with glass panels means nothing gets in your way of the skyline as you comfortably settle into the plush, curved couches in the Sky Lounge. A fire pit will keep you warm on those cooler Houston nights as well.
Part of South Central Houston, living here puts you close to a lot of college students, faculty and staff. As the home of both the University of Houston and Texas Southern University, you’ll also have access to all the great shops and restaurants that often open up within the college part of any city.
Find a home with one of the best apartment rooftops in Houston
After checking out what’s waiting for you up on the roofs of these Houston apartments, are you rethinking what you want at the top of your amenity list? Rooftops can add a lot to a space, so don’t forget to take a peek yourself wherever you’re apartment hunting in H-town.
