Renting in Conroe and Montgomery County
Conroe is the county seat of Montgomery County, about 40 miles north of Downtown Houston along Interstate 45. It has grown quickly, and renters here range from people who work locally to commuters who drive south every day. The historic downtown square, the county courthouse and the shopping along I-45 and Loop 336 anchor the city.
Lake Conroe sits just west of town and draws people who want to live near the water, while The Woodlands lies a short drive south. Many renters searching for second chance apartments in Conroe end up comparing Conroe, the communities around Lake Conroe, Willis to the north and the north edge of The Woodlands.
Commuting from Conroe to Houston
I-45 is the main route between Conroe and Houston, and traffic builds through The Woodlands and Spring during rush hour. If you work in The Woodlands, Shenandoah or Conroe itself, living in town keeps your drive short. If you work in Houston, a location close to an I-45 entrance makes the commute easier.
SH 105 runs east and west through Conroe toward Lake Conroe and Montgomery, and Loop 336 circles much of the city. The Grand Parkway (SH 99) to the south connects toward Spring and Cypress. Think about your daily route before you settle on a location.
Schools and daily life
Much of the area is served by Conroe ISD, with parts served by Willis ISD and others. If school zoning matters to your family, confirm the zone for any address before you sign. A Counselor can tell you where Partner Properties sit, so you do not have to guess from a map.
How Done Deal Cosign helps you get approved in Conroe
Done Deal Cosign has helped Houstonians since 2014, with more than 10,000 approved. We work with 96 Partner Properties, most in Greater Houston. A Counselor reviews your situation, including any eviction, broken lease, unpaid landlord balance or credit trouble, and recommends Partner Properties near Conroe where applicants like you are considered. You choose your apartment from those partners.
If you are not pre-approved within 7 days, the Initial Fee is refunded. We also charge a Lease Assurance Fee. The amounts depend on your rental history and the Partner Property's rates, and we explain them before you commit.
- Tell us about your rental and credit history.
- Complete the qualifying forms.
- Get your pre-approval decision and choose a Partner Property.
What to have ready
Proof of income, a government photo ID and honest answers about your rental history make everything faster. Some Partner Properties also review non-violent criminal records on a case-by-case basis, so tell your Counselor about your full situation up front.
Being upfront is the single best thing you can do. Counselors can only match you to the right property when they know what is on your record. Call 713-992-3000 or fill out the form on this page to get started.
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Frequently asked questions
Which apartments in Conroe work with you?
We work with 96 Partner Properties, most in Greater Houston. A Counselor recommends the ones near Conroe that fit your situation once they have reviewed your history. Availability changes, so call 713-992-3000 for current options.
How many rental issues are too many?
Our general guideline is two or fewer rental issues, such as evictions, broken leases or unpaid landlord balances. Every case is reviewed individually.
Is there a refund if I am not approved?
Yes. If you are not pre-approved within 7 days, the Initial Fee is refunded.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. We have bilingual staff. Call 713-992-3000 and ask for a Spanish-speaking Counselor.
Do you cover The Woodlands and Lake Conroe too?
We serve renters across Greater Houston, including Montgomery County. Tell your Counselor the areas you prefer, such as Conroe, Lake Conroe or The Woodlands, and they will recommend Partner Properties that fit.
Can I live in Conroe and commute to Houston?
Many people do, using I-45. Tell your Counselor where you work so they can factor your commute into the Partner Properties they recommend.