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Estates of Bellaire

Updated 2026-08-23 · 3,173 reviewed · 203 listed · Scored from 169 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(169) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Estates of Bellaire
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Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Reviews
169

What We Found

Patrice, Shae, and other leasing staff earn high marks for move-in guidance and responsiveness, and many residents praise the quiet, safe feel of the complex. Yet serious issues undercut the experience: multiple break-ins and stolen vehicles go unaddressed, one resident endured a three-week cockroach infestation with minimal management response, guest parking policies are buried in garage signage rather than stated clearly, and some front-desk staff come across as dismissive or unwelcoming. The complex's location near the Galleria and its amenities are draws, but security lapses and management responsiveness remain sources of real frustration.

The property does retain residents long-term and handles standard move-in well when staff like Patrice are involved. Tenant experiences depend heavily on which staff member handles your lease and whether you encounter the complex during a period of active pest or security neglect.

Praised for
  • staff professionalism (especially Patrice, Shae, Inez)
  • smooth move-in and lease process
  • safe and quiet community atmosphere
  • well-maintained grounds and clean property
Watch-outs
  • vehicle break-ins and security gaps
  • cockroach infestation and pest control failures
  • unwritten or poorly communicated parking policies
  • inconsistent front-desk professionalism
  • shallow bathtubs
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Best for: Professionals seeking a quiet, well-staffed community near retail and medical hubs who prioritize smooth lease processes.
Think twice if: Security concerns: multiple residents report vehicle break-ins and theft; pest issues and slow management response when problems occur.

What this Community Does Well

  • Named leasing staff (Patrice, Shae, Inez) praised for thorough, professional move-in support
  • Quiet, well-maintained community with gated property and free trash
  • Proximity to Galleria, Medical Center, Meyerland Plaza
  • On-site washer/dryer in units and recreation amenities (fitness studio, basketball court)

What to Know Before Signing a Lease

  • Leasing agents Patrice, Shae, and Inez named for thorough application and move-in support
  • Multiple residents report 4-5+ vehicle break-ins over 2+ year residencies; theft of rims and full vehicles
  • One resident documented 3+ week cockroach infestation with no professional deep cleaning or meaningful management escalation
  • Guest vehicle towing policy not stated in lease; signage posted only inside garage
  • Free trash pickup; shallow bathtubs noted as minor issue

How Residents Rate Management, Maintainance & More

Luxury & High-Rise Apartments
Strong leasing staff support and move-in process, but security gaps (vehicle break-ins) and pest-control failures undermine luxury positioning.

How This Community Compares

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.14 average across the 170 luxury & high-rise apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Are Saying

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How We Score Communities

How We Score
Star rating 29
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Ratings by Category

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Common Questions About This Community

What are the pet fees at Estates of Bellaire?
The business lists a $250 non-refundable fee per pet, a $250 deposit per pet, and $20 pet rent per month.
Do units include washer and dryer?
Their website states in-home washer and dryer in apartments and townhomes.
What guest parking rules apply?
Guest vehicles must be registered; signage is posted inside the parking garage. The requirement is not stated in the lease.

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Last updated 2026-08-23