Apartment Amenity Trends 2026
Top apartment amenity trends for 2026. What tenants want, what drives renewals, and what amenities justify premium rents in Houston.
Top apartment amenity trends for 2026. What tenants want, what drives renewals, and what amenities justify premium rents in Houston.
Tenant expectations evolve constantly. Properties that anticipate and deliver trending amenities attract premium tenants, reduce vacancy, and increase retention. Here are the amenities driving leasing decisions in 2026.
Co-working spaces, private offices, outdoor work areas, and building-wide high-speed WiFi have moved from 'nice-to-have' to 'essential.' Properties without dedicated work spaces are losing tenants to those that have them.
EV ownership in Texas is growing 30%+ annually. Level 2 chargers ($2,000-$5,000 installed) are increasingly expected, especially in Class A and B properties. Smart charging with billing is the standard.
With 70%+ of renters owning pets, dedicated dog parks, pet wash stations, and pet-friendly policies aren't differentiators — they're requirements. Properties without pet amenities are limiting their prospect pool.
Keyless entry, smart thermostats, video doorbells, and USB-C outlets throughout. These features cost $500-$1,000 per unit but signal a modern, well-managed property and justify $50-$100/month premiums.
Yoga rooms, meditation spaces, infrared saunas, and cold plunge pools are emerging amenities in Class A properties. Even simpler features like outdoor walking paths and community gardens appeal to health-conscious renters.
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