299 West Gray Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Thinking about renting at 299 West Gray Apartments in Montrose? With rent at $1,399 - $5,287 and renters insurance running about $13/mo, we've put together what you need to know before you sign — including which carriers offer the best rates for this building and what your lease actually requires.

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299 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

Montrose

Managed by RPM Built 2018 6 stories 166 units
5/5 ·34 reviews
$1,399 - $5,287 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at 299 West Gray Apartments

The rent you see on a listing isn't the whole story. Between required monthly fees and renters insurance, the real number at 299 West Gray Apartments is higher than the sticker price. Here's the full picture.

Total Monthly Cost $1,542 – $5,430
Base Rent $1,399 – $5,287
Required Monthly Fees $130
Est. Renters Insurance $13/mo

What You Need to Know About Insurance at 299 West Gray Apartments

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to 299 West Gray Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Open Access

No gated or controlled access — higher theft exposure

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

NeighborhoodScout

Safer than only 1% of US cities

What You'll Likely Pay

$13

Est. Monthly

$162

Est. Annual

$13

With Discounts/mo

$14

State Avg/mo

How Much Coverage Makes Sense

Renters insurance has two main pieces: personal property coverage, which pays to replace your belongings if they're stolen or damaged (think furniture, electronics, clothes), and liability coverage, which protects you if someone gets hurt in your unit or you accidentally damage someone else's property. Here's what we'd recommend for 299 West Gray Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property Coverage

$75,000 recommended
Low: $40,000 High: $100,000

Liability Coverage

$300,000 $300,000

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near 299 West Gray Apartments:

Carrier Est. Monthly Est. Annual Tier Digital
Lemonade $9 $106 budget Yes
USAA $10 $119 budget
State Farm $13 $158 mid
Progressive $14 $172 mid Yes
Safeco $14 $172 mid
Travelers $15 $185 mid
Allstate $17 $198 mid
Nationwide $17 $198 mid
Farmers $18 $211 premium
Liberty Mutual $20 $238 premium

Discounts You May Qualify For

Claims-free (if applicable)

Up to 10% off

Pay-in-full annual

Up to 7% off

Paperless/autopay

Up to 3% off

Multi-policy bundle

Up to 10% off

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Fees Beyond Rent

These are the extra charges 299 West Gray Apartments tacks on top of base rent. Some are monthly, some are one-time — but they all affect your budget.

Required Fees

Pest Control Admin Fee

Covers admin costs for managing pest control services.

$2.5 / mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

Fee for doorstep trash and recycle pickup service.

$28 / mo

Trash Admin

Administrative costs for managing trash service billing, coo... Read Morerdination, and related expenses for your apartment. Read Less

$3 / mo

Community Amenity Fee

Fee for access to shared resident amenities and facilities.

$30 / mo

Utility Service Fee

Monthly fee for utility bill processing and administration.

$4 / mo

Pest Control Services

Regular pest prevention and treatment services.

$5 / mo

Parking

Fee for reserved or designated parking space use and mainten... Read Moreance Read Less

$50 / mo

Common Area Utilities

Shared utility costs in community common areas.

Varies

Admin Fee

Fee to process rental application and background check

$175

Application Fee Per Applicant

$75

Application Fee

Administrative processing fee to cover lease preparation.

$75

Community Amenity Set Up

Administrative fee for community amenity setup and resident ... Read Moreprogram enrollment. Read Less

$15

Administrative Fee

$175

Pets Fees

Cat Fee

Fee for allowing pets in the home.

$400

Dog Fee

$400

Pet Fee

Fee for allowing pets in the home.

$400

Cat Rent

$30 / mo

Dog Rent

$30 / mo

Pet Rent

monthly charge for keeping a pet in the home.

$30 / mo

Pet / Animal Lease Violation

Fee issued for unauthorized pets or violations of pet policy... Read More. Read Less

Varies

Pet Fee

Pet Fee

Varies

Parking Fees

Parking - Reserved

Fee for a designated parking spot on-site.

$50 / mo

Addons Fees

Rent Payment Credit Building Service

Build credit by paying rent on time while gaining access to ... Read Morepersonalized budgeting tools and financial education resources. Read Less

$8.95 - $14.95 / mo

Amenity / Clubhouse Rental Fee

Fee for reserving the community clubhouse for events or gath... Read Moreerings. Read Less

$250 / occurence

Amenity / Clubhouse Rental Deposit (Refundable)

Refundable deposit for potential damages during a clubhouse ... Read Morerental. Read Less

$500 / occurence

Parking EV Charging

Fee for on-site electric vehicle charging access.

Varies

Situational Fees

Boiler Management

Maintenance and operation of the community's central boiler ... Read Moresystem Read Less

$15

Intra-Community Transfer Fee

Charge for transferring to another home within the same comm... Read Moreunity. Read Less

$500

Security Deposit (Refundable)

Refundable deposit covering potential damages and unpaid ren... Read Moret per lease terms. Read Less

$500 - $1,250

Security Deposit Alternative

Alternative to a standard security deposit typically issued ... Read Morethrough a surety bond. Read Less

$20 - $35 / mo

Renters Liability Non-Compliance

Fee for not maintaining required renters liability insurance... Read More coverage. Read Less

$25 / occurence

NSF Tenant Fee

NSF Tenant Fee

$30 / occurence

Late Fee (Percentage)

Calculated as a percentage of the base rent amount.

10% of base rent / occurence

Utility - Non-transferred Utility Fee

Charge for utility costs not moved to residents name.

Varies

Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery

Utility costs incurred while the unit was unoccupied.

Varies

Access Device Replacement

Charge to replace lost or damaged key, fob, or remote.

Varies

Deposit (Nonrefundable)

a screening-based, non-refundable deposit to address damages... Read More or unpaid rent per lease agreement. Read Less

Varies

Concession Repayment

Tenant repayment of rent discounts if lease terms are not me... Read Moret. Read Less

Varies

Legal / Eviction Fee

Costs associated with an eviction proceeding.

Varies

Reletting Fee

An expense associated with re-renting a unit after early lea... Read Morese termination. Read Less

Varies

Lease Violation

Fee for non-compliance with lease terms or community policie... Read Mores. Read Less

Varies

Early Lease Termination / Buyout

Buyout for ending lease agreement before its scheduled end d... Read Moreate. Read Less

Varies

Insufficient Move-out Notice Fee

Charge for not providing proper advance notice before move-o... Read Moreut. Read Less

Varies

Renter Liability - Third Party

Expense related to required liability coverage through a thi... Read Morerd-party provider. Read Less

Varies

Utility - Electric

Cost of electricity usage for your apartment.

Varies

Utility - Gas

Cost of gas usage for your apartment.

Varies

Utility - Stormwater / Drainage

Local stormwater management and drainage system fee.

Varies

Utility - Water / Sewer

Water usage and wastewater removal costs.

Varies

Safety & Security

The neighborhood around your apartment directly affects your renters insurance rate — carriers charge more in higher-crime zip codes and less where theft and property damage are rare. Here's what the data says about the area around 299 West Gray Apartments.

1%

Houston overall is safer than only 1% of U.S. cities

This is a city-wide stat — your actual neighborhood may differ. The good news: 299 West Gray Apartments has on-site security features (Package lockers, Covered parking) that insurers recognize with premium discounts.

On-Site Security

Package lockers Covered parking

Amenities

Special Features

Downtown Houston Views* Parking Garage Tile Backsplash in Kitchens On-site Management and Maintenance Resort Style Swimming Pool Undermount Kitchen & Bathroom Sinks Full Size Washer & Dryer Beautiful Wood Grain Flooring Bluetooth Speakers In Each Unit Gourmet Style Kitchens with Custom Cabinetry Urban Modern Hardware and Finishes 24-Hour Fitness Center 24-Hour Access to Luxer Package Room Bluetooth Speakers in Every Home GE Stainless & Slate Finish Appliances High-Speed Wifi in Common Areas Open Plan Concept for Living/Dining Areas Quartz & Granite Countertops

Community Features

24 Hour Access Furnished Units Available Fitness Center Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

Wi-Fi Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Granite Countertops Kitchen Dining Room Furnished

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what 299 West Gray Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Dogs and Cats Allowed

  • $30 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $400 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit

About 299 West Gray Apartments

Perfectly situated in the trendy Montrose Neighborhood of Houston, TX, 299 West Gray is more than just a place to live. It is a lifestyle furnished by sophisticated home interiors, opulent community amenities, and convenient access to all the perks of downtown Houston.

Year Built: 2018
Stories: 6
Total Units: 166
Management: RPM
Phone: (832) 772-4747

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 299 West Gray Apartments require renters insurance?
We didn't find a public insurance requirement for 299 West Gray Apartments, but that doesn't mean there isn't one. Many communities add the requirement during lease signing. It's worth asking the leasing office directly — and even if it's not required, a policy typically runs under $20/month and covers you against theft, fire, and liability.
How much is renters insurance at 299 West Gray Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $13/month ($162/year). 299 West Gray Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $13/month. For context, the statewide average is $14/month, so this building is below average.
What will I actually pay per month at 299 West Gray Apartments?
Plan for $1,542 to $5,430/month all-in. That's base rent ($1,399 - $5,287), plus $130/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $13/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does 299 West Gray Apartments allow pets?
Yes, 299 West Gray Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Dogs and Cats Allowed. $30 Monthly Pet Rent. $400 Fee. 2 Pet Limit. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
What floor plans does 299 West Gray Apartments offer?
There are 11 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $1,399 - $5,287. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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