5 Best Short Term Rentals in Houston (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A weeks-long stay near the Texas Medical Center needs something different from a month in a downtown high-rise, and short term rentals in Houston split cleanly along that line. Between them, the options below have logged nearly 1,700 Google reviews, and the top pick sits at a full 5.0, so the real question is which service actually matches how long you're staying and why.

Short answer: APT Locator - Central is the strongest overall pick, holding a perfect 5.0 across 625 reviews, though it functions as a free apartment-finding service rather than a rental itself. For a true furnished short-term stay, Medical Accommodations is built specifically for patients and families near the Texas Medical Center, rated 4.9 across 237 reviews, with fully furnished units and weekly check-ins from staff.

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1. APT Locator
2. The Rice
3. Medical Accommodations
4. Aris Market Square
5. Luxurway
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Houston's Short Term Rental Options, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	APT Locator - Central	5.0 ★	625	Free apartment-finding service	View ›
2	The Rice	4.5 ★	431	Historic downtown apartment living	View ›
3	Medical Accommodations	4.9 ★	237	Medical Center patients and families	View ›
4	Aris Market Square	4.6 ★	325	Luxury downtown high-rise	View ›
5	Luxurway - Furnished Housing Houston, TX and Corporate Housing	4.9 ★	80	Extended medical and corporate stays with pets	View ›

5 Best Short Term Rentals in Houston (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

APT Locator - Central

5.0625 Google reviews

APT Locator - Central is a free apartment locating service covering Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, connecting renters directly with agents who match budget and preferences against thousands of available properties. Reviewers consistently name individual agents like Zia and Desiree, describing a fast turnaround from first contact to signed lease.

What people praise

Service is free to use for renters
Agents respond quickly, often within a day
Access to exclusive rebates and property relationships
Reviewers describe a genuinely stress-free process

Worth knowing

Locates apartments rather than operating them directly

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating5 / 5

Review volume625 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The perfect 5.0 rating across 625 reviews is the strongest combination on this page. If you want help finding the right short-term or long-term unit rather than booking a specific property, start here.

Website +1713-992-0127 Directions

1001 Texas Ave Ste 1400, Houston, TX 77002

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Rice

4.5431 Google reviews

The Rice is a converted historic hotel in downtown Houston, now operating as an upscale apartment community with loft-style units and exposed brick details. Reviewers frequently mention the building's history and character alongside praise for specific leasing staff who walked them through the property in detail.

What people praise

Distinctive historic building with real character
Central downtown location close to everything
Leasing staff get repeated individual praise
Loft-style units with exposed brick

Worth knowing

Rating pulled down by a notable share of 1-star reviews

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume431 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The 4.5 rating here is solid but the most mixed on this page, with a wider spread between glowing and critical reviews than the other options. Worth touring in person before committing.

Website +1832-789-6309 Directions

909 Texas St, Houston, TX 77002

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Medical Accommodations

4.9237 Google reviews

Medical Accommodations provides fully furnished short-term apartments specifically for patients and families visiting Houston's Texas Medical Center, including MD Anderson. Units come stocked with kitchen supplies, linens, and towels, and staff, including a frequently named coordinator, Kathy, check in regularly during extended stays.

What people praise

Purpose-built for medical center stays
Fully furnished with kitchen and laundry included
Staff check in weekly during your stay
Flexible extensions when treatment schedules shift

Worth knowing

Positioned specifically around medical travel, less general-purpose

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume237 · 81th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: If you're in Houston for treatment at the Medical Center, this is the most purpose-built option on the page, and the 4.9 rating across 237 reviews reflects consistent care during a genuinely stressful time.

Website +1888-900-2559 Directions

8990 Kirby Dr Ste. 220, Houston, TX 77054

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Aris Market Square

4.6325 Google reviews

Aris Market Square is a luxury high-rise apartment community in downtown Houston's Market Square district, offering studio to three-bedroom units with resort-style amenities and 24/7 concierge service. Reviewers repeatedly name individual concierge and leasing staff, describing a polished, secure building experience.

What people praise

24/7 concierge and valet service
Central Market Square location near dining and entertainment
Individual staff members get repeated specific praise
Clean, secure building reviewers highlight

Worth knowing

Some reviewers suggest updated gym equipment and longer valet hours

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume325 · 86th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown88% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: At 4.6 stars across 325 reviews, this is the strongest choice if you want a full-service luxury building experience over a purpose-built short-term rental.

Website +1346-512-2257 Directions

409 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Luxurway - Furnished Housing Houston, TX and Corporate Housing

4.980 Google reviews

Luxurway offers furnished homes and apartments across Houston for corporate housing, relocation, and medical travel, with a particular focus on stays near the Texas Medical Center and the Galleria. Reviewers describe extended stays of weeks to months, often tied to medical treatment, with hosts who accommodate pets and last-minute schedule changes.

What people praise

Accepts pets, unusual for extended medical stays
Hosts accommodate last-minute extensions
Full houses available, not just apartment units
Reviewers describe genuinely responsive hosts

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the other options here

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume80 · 75th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The 4.9 rating is excellent, but it's built on the smallest number of reviews on this page, which is why it ranks fifth despite consistently positive feedback.

Website +1713-205-1030 Directions

7700 Renwick Dr Suite 7B, Houston, TX 77081

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How we score

Rating is each provider’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many real renters or guests have rated them, weighed against others in Houston. Confidence blends rating and volume, so a smaller provider with a high rating doesn’t automatically outrank one with a much longer track record. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do short term rentals cost in Houston? (2026)

Pricing depends heavily on whether you’re booking a furnished apartment, a full house, or working with a locator service to find a standard lease. Medical-focused stays and luxury downtown units sit at very different price points, so get a specific quote for your dates before assuming a citywide average applies.

Serving all of Houston

These options are concentrated in downtown Houston and near the Texas Medical Center, with easy access to Midtown, the Galleria, and EaDo. If you’re searching for a short term rental near me in Houston, most of these providers also serve nearby suburbs for extended corporate and medical stays.

What to ask before you book a short term rental in Houston

Is the unit fully furnished, including kitchen items, linens, and towels?
What’s the minimum stay length, and can it be extended if plans change?
Is the location within a reasonable distance of the Medical Center or downtown?
Are pets allowed, and is there an additional pet fee?
What’s included in the quoted price, versus billed as an extra utility or service fee?
Who do I contact directly if something breaks during my stay?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these short term rentals?

We pulled real Google ratings and review counts for short term rental providers across Houston, then ranked them using a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026. We revisit rankings periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Are these good options for medical travel to Houston?

Several of the options above, including Medical Accommodations and Luxurway, are built specifically around patients and families visiting the Texas Medical Center, with flexible extensions for changing treatment schedules.

Can I bring pets to a short term rental in Houston?

It varies by provider. Some, like Luxurway, accommodate pets directly, while others may have restrictions, so confirm pet policy before booking.

The bottom line

If you’re not sure which property fits your budget and timeline, start with APT Locator - Central to compare options for free before committing. If you already know you need furnished housing near the Medical Center, Medical Accommodations is the most purpose-built choice on this list, and worth a direct call about your dates.

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