River Oaks Neighborhood Profile

Introduction to River Oaks Texas

If you are looking for a new house, you may want to consider the River Oaks neighborhood in Houston.  While home prices may be falling nationwide, the River Oaks housing market has done quite well.

According to an analysis of over 10,000 single family homes sold in the Houston, TX region from 2004 – 2007, the River Oaks neighborhood had some of the best home price appreciation.  The media sale price per square foot for River Oaks homes appreciated 31% from 2004 -2007 and 8% alone from 2006 - 2007.

River Oaks Houston: Is it right for you?

River Oaks is one of Houston's most exclusive neighborhood, filled with white-columned mansions, maids' quarters and manicured gardens River Oaks is easily one of Houston’s most respected places to live.   

River Oaks is set in a tranquil location, just minutes from some of the best shopping, dining and entertainment in Houston.  Neighborhoods homes are just a short distance from both the River Oaks Shopping Center and the Highland Village Shopping Center.  This neighborhood also offers one of the best commutes to downtown Houston and the medical center. 

River Oaks is home to approximately 7,000 residents, many of which are Houston's business and professional leaders.  River Oaks affords its residents a comfortable and gracious lifestyle and is, perhaps, the most sought-after neighborhood in Houston. 

The subdivision is protected by very comprehensive deed restrictions which ensure that the area can never be invaded by commercial structures or multi-family housing. 

River Oaks Schools

Located within a highly rated school district, River Oaks is ideally situated for today's busy families.  The neighborhood is a part of the Houston Independent School District, one of the most highly regarded public school districts in the state.   HISD is the seventh largest district in the country, educating more than 200,000 students annually. 

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