Houston Cost of Living vs. Cornerstone Coves: A Practical Option for Case Workers

Quick brief: Typical Houston apartments often land $1,500–$1,700+ per month all-in once utilities and internet are added. Cornerstone Coves offers an all-inclusive $1,000–$1,200/mo co-living alternative designed for clients who benefit from structure, predictability, and community.

Why this matters for your clients

• Predictable housing cost: Single monthly payment that already includes utilities/Wi-Fi (with reasonable household caps), periodic professional cleaning, and pest control.

• Supportive environment: Clear house rules, shared spaces, and a property manager on site/available.

• Budget relief: Often $300–$700+/mo less than a comparable solo apartment once utilities are considered—freeing up funds for food, transport, meds, or debt.

  
  

Pricing (all-inclusive)

• Basic Accommodation (Twin XL in shared room): $1,000/mo

• Premium Accommodation (Private room, full-size bed): $1,200/mo

• Deposit: $200 (refundable; forfeiture only if rules are violated or damages occur)

• Utilities/Wi-Fi: Included; household caps (e.g., electricity and water) encourage responsible use

  
  

Availability: initial openings targeted Oct 1, 2025 (rolling placements thereafter).

Who is a good fit?

• Adults who value a structured, substance-free, smoke-free home

• Clients who can live semi-independently with light household participation (chores/quiet hours)

• Individuals working with a case worker and able to complete a background check

• Seniors, veterans, and clients seeking community-oriented living vs. isolation

  
  

House rules & safety

• No smoking indoors, no alcohol, no pets

• Quiet hours / lights-out at 10 PM

• Visitor policy: by approval only

• Chores & cleanliness standards posted; periodic professional cleanings

• Mail: no personal mail delivered to the house; use P.O. box or virtual mailbox

• Respect & conflict-resolution expectations discussed during orientation

  
  

Documentation & intake checklist (for referrals)

Please provide (or have client bring):

1. Government ID (or accepted alternative)

2. Case worker contact info and consent to coordinate care

3. Background check authorization (Cornerstone Coves will initiate)

4. Income/benefit verification (e.g., pay stubs, SSI/SSDI statement, voucher if applicable)

5. Emergency contact

6. Any care coordination notes (e.g., mobility needs, medication storage preferences, service-animal documentation if applicable)

We welcome coordination with payees or representative payees for rent-disbursement alignment (monthly/weekly).

Referral & placement workflow (step-by-step)

1. Warm Intro (you → us): Share basic client profile and timeline.

2. Pre-screen (24–48 hrs): Fit check, rules review, and documentation list.

3. Background check & deposit: $200 deposit to hold a bed/room (refundable per policy).

4. Orientation & agreement: Client reviews house rules, utilities caps, visitor policy, and shared-space expectations.

5. Move-in coordination: Room assignment, Wi-Fi access, and community orientation.

Turnaround can be swift when documents are ready and background check clears.

Budget snapshot (for your files)

Expense	Typical Houston Apartment*	Cornerstone Coves
Rent	$1,299–$1,580 median ranges	$1,000–$1,200
Electricity	$75–$100+	Included*
Water/Trash	$30–$70+	Included*
Internet	$50–$100	Included*
Estimated Total	$1,500–$1,700+	$1,000–$1,200

Apartment ranges reflect common October-2025 Houston medians and typical add-ons included at Cornerstone Coves with reasonable household caps and compliance with house rules.

Coordination & payment options

• Monthly or weekly remittance accepted

• We can align with representative payees/POs/vouchers where allowable

• Invoices & receipts available for agency documentation

  
  

Frequently asked by case workers

Q: Is this transitional or long-term?A: Both are possible. We accommodate medium- to longer-term stays with consistent community standards.

Q: What about accessibility?A: Let us know mobility or accommodation needs during pre-screen so we can match the best room and discuss layout specifics.

Q: Curfew & monitoring?A: Quiet hours at 10 PM; adults may come and go within house rules. No clinical supervision on site—this is structured co-living, not a treatment facility.

Q: Medications & storage?A: Residents self-manage. Lockable storage available upon request; we’ll align with your guidance.

Q: Visitors?A: By approval only; we prioritize resident safety and community respect.

Contact & next steps

• Property Manager: Grady Charles

• Learn more / refer a client: https://www.cornerstonecoves.com/about

• We’re happy to jump on a brief coordination call, share a sample agreement, or send a one-page referral sheet you can keep on hand.