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Come Home to Our Museum District Apartment Community

Located minutes away from Downtown Houston and popular shopping and entertainment spots, our Southmore apartments near Rice University offer a world of opportunity in Houston, TX. Luxury features like quartz countertops, ELFA® walk-in closets, and a built-in wine refrigerator will make you proud to call any of our one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in the Museum District home. 

Convenience to employers in Texas Medical Center and Downtown Houston Business District makes your everyday commute a breeze. When you’re considering your weekend (or weeknight) plans, you have ... Read More

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What We Offer

At Cortland, award-winning customer service is more than a promise – it's our passion. Our Southmore apartments in Houston prioritize each resident, ensuring that hospitality here is more than just a standard – it’s what we do best. With attention to every detail and a commitment to providing next-level apartment living, we make it clear that our residents are our number one priority. Every moment you spend with us is an opportunity to show how much you matter. At Cortland Museum District, we believe in creating a vibrant community. Join us for resident events, social gatherings, and community activities that make living here a unique experience. We also welcome your furry friends! Our pet-friendly apartment community features a designated bark park for furry residents, large and small.
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    Former resident offering review after living in the building for 1+ year. Pros: - Excellent location for someone who works at the medical center. Located right next to the above ground metro line, the location is great for ... READ MORE

    Peter DeMaria - June 2, 2026

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    Can't say enough about the building and Tue staff from the desk to the valet parking. Made our time in Houston .will be back on our next trip .ian (Australia)

    ian efrat - May 29, 2026

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    We totally loved our three years living here at Cortland Museum District. The recent renovations look great, they’re constantly making thoughtful updates that keep the place feeling fresh. The amenities are always clean and ... READ MORE

    Ryan Rouse - May 4, 2026

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    I'm an apartment locator so I have a lot of experience with luxury highrises, and especially the previous management of this building. I was SO pleasantly surprised to see how the new management and staff have turned the building ... READ MORE

    Enrique Martinez - April 10, 2026

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    Very safe, hospitality amazing. Location great. Gym perfect. Cleaning great

    şahin totan - March 31, 2026

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