Rice

Historic Downtown Lofts on the METRORail Line

The Rice turns a piece of Houston history into a home. This landmarked 1913 building, once the city's grand hotel, was converted into loft apartments with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and exposed brick. It sits in the heart of Downtown, steps from Market Square Park and the underground tunnel system, with the METRORail Main Street Square station right outside. That connection puts the Texas Medical Center, the Theater District, and Midtown an easy ride away. The walkability here is about as high as Houston gets. Inside, many homes are fully upgraded in a modern industrial-loft style. The building keeps a 24-hour fitness studio, concierge service, and a temperature-controlled indoor pool, along with the historic Crystal Ballroom. For renters who want genuine downtown character and a walk-everywhere address in one lease, The Rice is the standout historic choice.