Lakeside Forest
Leasing now · Houston, Texas

1 bedroom from$825a month

WATER AND GAS INCLUDED*Sewer, trash and pest control too.*Electricity and standard fees separate
4 WEEKS OFF · For new residents.
1 to 4 bedrooms.

Visit the apartment before you apply: the office confirms availability and every charge in writing.

1251 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77042

Property photos. Finishes and layouts may vary.

Living room in a Lakeside Forest apartment
Kitchen in a Lakeside Forest apartment
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Book your visit this week

Pick a day and time that works for you, and you'll get a confirmation by text and email.

The Apartments

Room for the whole household

These are actual photos of the community. Homes range from 670 square foot 1 bedrooms to a 1,500 square foot 4 bedroom with 3 bathrooms.

Living room inside a Lakeside Forest apartment
Kitchen inside a Lakeside Forest apartment
Staircase inside a Lakeside Forest townhome
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Remodeled homes

Newly remodeled apartment homes in select units, with two-toned cabinetry, tiled entry foyers, and expansive walk-in closets.

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Your own outdoor space

Private balconies and patios in select homes, with washer and dryer connections available.

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Safe and looked after

Controlled access community with courtesy patrol, security cameras, and 24-hour emergency maintenance.

Pricing

Ten floor plans with clear starting rents

These are the current starting rents by size, as listed on the property's own availability page. The office confirms yours in writing before you apply.

1 Bedroom
670 to 768 sq ft · 3 floor plans
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2 Bedroom
967 to 1,360 sq ft · 4 floor plans
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3 Bedroom
1,340 to 1,360 sq ft · 2 floor plans
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4 Bedroom
1,500 sq ft · 3 full bathrooms
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The pool at Lakeside Forest

Starting rents for select floor plans as of October 2026, subject to change and availability. No security deposit is required. A small risk fee replaces it. Water, sewer, gas, trash and pest control are included; electricity is separate. Standard fees are separate and listed in writing by the office before you apply.

Questions? Talk to our team

Call the leasing office directly for availability and details.

346-623-6498

A team member at the on-site office can answer your questions about pricing, floor plans and move-in dates, in English or Spanish. You don't need to fill out a form, just give us a call.

Swimming pool at Lakeside Forest

A pool and a gym on site

Here are the amenities, as the property lists them.

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Pool courtyard

Swimming pool

With a relaxing sundeck and picnic area

On the grounds
Fitness center

Fitness center

Open during office hours

Included
Remodeled living room

Remodeled interiors

Walk-in closets and washer-dryer connections in select homes

Select homes
Location

Westchase, right off Wilcrest

Lakeside Forest is at 1251 Wilcrest Drive in the Westchase district, with public transportation access at the community.

LAKESIDE FOREST1251 Wilcrest Drive · Houston, TX 77042
5 MIN WESTCHASE DISTRICT
5 MIN WESTHEIMER RD
20 MIN DOWNTOWN HOUSTON
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Minutes to the Westchase district

One of Houston's biggest employment centers, right next door.

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Minutes to Westheimer Road

Groceries, restaurants, and shopping along the Westheimer corridor.

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Minutes to downtown Houston

Westpark Tollway and I-69 keep the commute predictable.

How It Works

From tour to keys, in 3 simple steps

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Tour it first

Visit the office on Wilcrest Drive, walk the real apartment, and get every cost in writing. You pay nothing before you visit.

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Apply with ID and proof of income

The bilingual team explains every requirement before you apply, in English or Spanish.

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Get your answer and your keys

Once approved, the office confirms your risk fee, sets your move-in date, and hands you the keys.

A living room at Lakeside Forest
FAQ

Questions renters ask us first

What will my total monthly cost be? +
Starting rents are $825 for 1 bedrooms, $1,099 for 2 bedrooms, $1,399 for 3 bedrooms, and $2,199 for the 4 bedroom. Water, sewer, gas, trash and pest control are included; electricity is separate. Standard fees are separate. The office gives you the full monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Is there a deposit? +
No. Lakeside Forest does not require a security deposit. A small risk fee replaces it, and the office confirms the amount before you pay anything.
What do I need to apply? +
Bring your ID and proof of income. The bilingual team walks you through every document, in English or Spanish, before you apply.
How fast can I move in? +
Availability changes weekly. Call the office at 346-623-6498 and ask about the next move-in dates for the floor plan you want.
Are pets allowed? +
Yes, Lakeside Forest is pet friendly. Ask the office about pet fees for your pet when you visit.
Where is the property exactly? +
1251 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042, in the Westchase district. About 5 minutes from Westheimer Road with public transportation access at the community.

See it in person this week

Schedule a tour, see the actual apartment, and leave with every cost in writing.

Or call the leasing office directly 346-623-6498
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