The Woodlands Apartments and Rentals

The Woodlands, Texas, was home to 93,847 people in 2010, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. This master-planned community has grown exponentially since its 1974 beginnings and has transformed itself from a sleepy bedroom community to a standalone city as the Houston metropolitan area has grown. Located 30 miles north of Houston, this active and meticulously planned suburban city offers the best of both worlds: convenience and amenities with a high quality of life.

From traditional single-family suburban homes to urban lofts, housing units in The Woodlands are numerous and varied. Those searching for The Woodlands apartments for rent should have no problem finding the perfect home to complement their individual lifestyles. According to U.S. Census data, about 23.7 percent of city's households were renter-occupied in 2010.

Home to 28,000 acres of commercial and residential space, The Woodlands has continued to grow throughout the past decade. Between 2000 and 2010, the city's population grew by an impressive 68.6 percent. In addition to its residential growth, the city's commercial growth has attracted thousands of businesses and individuals to the region. Numerous corporate headquarters and retail locations are based in The Woodlands, offering a live, work and play atmosphere that is unheard of in many suburban communities.

The city's residents are proud of their dynamic and picturesque community. Placing public safety as a top priority, law enforcement and cooperative community efforts have ensured that The Woodlands is one of Texas' safest communities. Residents take pride in their community's family-friendly nature: About 75 percent of households in The Woodlands are occupied by families.

However, residents from all walks of life enjoy living in The Woodlands rentals. About 21 percent of households are made up of singles, probably due to the community's extensive shopping, dining and entertainment offerings.

The Lone Star College System, which enrolls about 16,500 students each year, is located in The Woodlands. Additionally, the University of Houston, the Universal Technical Institute of Texas, Prairie View A&M University, Houston Community College, Rice University and Texas Southern University are all located about 30 miles from The Woodlands in Houston.

A number of residents commute to nearby Houston for work, but many residents live and work in The Woodlands. According to the city's 2008 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the area were Conroe Independent School District, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Hewitt Associates, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Community Medical Center, Huntsman Company, Hughes Christensen, Woodforest National Bank and Chevron Phillips Chemical Company.

According to city-data.com, the cost of living index in The Woodlands is 93.6, which is 6.4 percent less than the U.S. average. Those searching for The Woodlands apartments will also want to factor commuting costs into their monthly budgets, as the city is not particularly walkable. The median gross rent in the city is $1,104 per month.

Residents enjoy a variety of community activities, allowing them to feel more closely connected to their neighbors and friends. Events such as The Woodlands Idol competitions, Grogan's Mill Farmer's Market and MOMS Clubs engage community members of all ages in civic socialization.

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