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Going Up

Only 4 ultra-luxe penthouses remain atop Houston's first Thompson Hotel

CultureMap Create
Oct 3, 2023 | 2:00 pm

Here are your new #homegoals: The Penthouse Collection at the Residences at The Allen, atop Houston's first Thompson Hotel.

These incredible luxury homes showcase breathtaking views, meticulously designed floorplans, and exquisite customized finishes, all on floors 29 through 35 of this haute Houston high-rise.

But here's the kicker: Only four penthouses remain on the market.

"We now have only four of our 22 penthouse units left," remarks Samuel Katz, director of sales at Residences at The Allen. "The market's supply of penthouses of this exceptional quality is extremely scarce, and none can match the array of amenities provided by the Residences at The Allen. This building genuinely presents homeowners with a unique lifestyle that Houston has never experienced before."

Residents have full access to all the amenities provided by the Thompson Hotel, including 24-hour resident's valet and concierge, room service, a lavish spa, and breathtaking views of the city from the one-acre pool deck, complete with cabanas and signature restaurants.

The Residences at The Allen

Renderings courtesy of DC Partners

You can plan one heck of a housewarming.

The helistop will be available to hotel guests and residents, engineered to accommodate future drone deliveries and transportation.

If you're ready to buy, the two exclusive penthouses encompassing the entire 35th floor are available for individual purchase with architectural designs or as a fully customized full-floor unit.

Penthouse #3501 measures an impressive 8,308 square feet, encompassing three bedrooms, three full baths, and two half baths.

This one-of-a-kind residence features commanding views to the east (downtown), north (Buffalo Bayou Park), and west (Galleria) through its floor-to-ceiling windows, boasting soaring, 24-foot ceilings and a generous balcony.

A magnificent two-story layout ensures that every room affords spectacular views. Current drawings also provide a lavish home theater complete with a wet bar, private saunas for ultimate relaxation, flex space, and the convenience of a private entrance to ensure your retreat remains undisturbed.

Penthouse #3502 spans 6,362 square feet across two stories, featuring three bedrooms, three baths, one half bath, and a study.

This residence offers captivating east (downtown) and south (Texas Medical Center) views through floor-to-ceiling glass with 24-foot ceilings and a balcony with a private pool.

The architectural plans for this space also feature a private home theater, study, and game room or flex space. This residence can be purchased separately or combined with #3501 for a full-floor penthouse designed to meet your specifications.

Two additional penthouses are available on floors 29 and 30, each offering a unique perspective on luxury living like nothing else in the city. Listing prices starting in the $3 million range.

"These residences epitomize the pinnacle of the development,” says Acho Azuike, COO of developer DC Partners. "The Penthouse Collection, each a masterpiece in design and style, takes inspiration from the grandeur of condo living, infusing every residence with the world's most coveted luxury features. Buyers now seek properties and amenities that rival those found in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami. The Residences at The Allen are setting a new standard for elevated living in Texas."

The Residences at The Allen will begin delivering units in September 2023 and are currently 80 percent sold, with additional select non-penthouse units available.

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Bang for Buck

Surprising suburb unlocks biggest apartments in Houston for $1,500

Amber Heckler
Jun 29, 2026 | 9:15 am
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Pasadena has the 6th roomiest apartments on a budget in Texas.

Budget-conscious renters searching for the roomiest apartments in the region should look no further than Pasadena. According to a new study, the east Houston suburb has the biggest apartments on a budget in the metro.

In 2026, Pasadena residents can rent a 1,125-square-foot apartment for $1,500 per month. That's enough space for a two- or three-bedroom unit, and it's four square feet bigger than what renters could get with the same budget last year.

RentCafe's annual report analyzes the places where renters can find the largest apartment sizes across 200 of the most populous U.S. cities for a monthly budget of $1,500. The price per square foot was calculated using the average apartment rent and size per city based on "multifamily properties" containing 50 or more units.

Pasadena offers the 6th most spacious apartments in Texas for $1,500, and Houston ranks 11th statewide.

Renters in Houston proper will net a 976-square-foot apartment for the same price in 2026, a size that has shrunk by more than 20 square feet since 2023.

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For the second year in a row, the Rio Grande Valley is the region that has the most spacious apartments for a $1,500 monthly budget, RentCafe found.

McAllen leads the nation with the biggest apartment size – at 1,378 square feet – which is large enough for a three- or four-bedroom unit.

"With rents averaging just $993 and the typical apartment measuring 912 square feet, McAllen renters get a lot more space for their money than most Americans do within that monthly budget," the report said. "Still, that figure is down slightly from last year’s 1,393 square feet — a sign that even the most affordable markets are starting to tighten."

Brownsville, another city on the border located an hour east of McAllen, ranks fourth statewide with apartments spanning 1,213 square feet for the same budget.

These are the top 10 Texas cities that offer the biggest apartments for $1,500 in 2026:

  • No. 1 – McAllen (1,378 square feet)
  • No. 2 – Amarillo (1,237 square feet)
  • No. 3 – Lubbock (1,217 square feet)
  • No. 4 – Brownsville (1,213 square feet)
  • No. 5 – El Paso (1,128 square feet)
  • No. 6 – Pasadena (1,125 square feet)
  • No. 7 – Corpus Christi (1,115 square feet)
  • No. 8 – Killeen (1,058 square feet)
  • No. 9 – San Antonio (1,023 square feet)
  • No. 10 – Mesquite (988 square feet)
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