• SPACIOUS LOTS: Lot sizes in Bellaire vary widely, though its standard 75 feet by 130 feet lot parcels are noticeably more spacious than West University’s 50 by 120 foot lots.

Bellaire real estate can be tricky to navigate given the area’s different school zoning maps (land values in certain areas sell for more than others), proximity to railroad tracks (bad for resale), being on a major thoroughfare (bad for resale) and a diversity of builders (some are far superior to others).

Contact Paige Martin, a Top Realtor in Houston, and one of Bellaire’s most active real estate agents, if you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Bellaire.

• The most expensive Bellaire homes can feature 7,000 to more than 20,000 square feet.
• Prices for Bellaire homes for sale can start at around $400,000 and can go up to more than $2,000,000.

Bellaire TX Maps and Location

Bellaire TX Schools

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Bellaire TX Private Schools

To find an updated listing of all Bellaire real estate zoned to any specific public school, please send an email to Paige Martin at Paige@HoustonProperties.com with the property preference and budget that you’re working with.

*Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year, information provided above are accurate but not guaranteed. Please double check by visiting the school’s website.

Bellaire TX Real Estate Trends

Despite its proximity to two major freeways, Bellaire managed to preserve its small town vibe through its strong zoning requirements.

The city is a mixture of older single-family bungalows, new construction houses, and even sprawling estate-style homes. Lot sizes can vary from property to property – bigger parcels tend to fetch higher prices.

Bellaire real estate has continued to post strong appreciation rates despite slight fluctuations. Thanks to the city’s continued popularity and high demand, homes in the area continue to sell well.

(Data sourced from the Houston Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

For updated information regarding Bellaire real estate pricing and trend analysis, please contact Paige Martin at Paige@HoustonProperties.com.

Bellaire Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Bellaire TX single-family homes can range from old bungalow houses to more luxurious two-story custom-built homes. Like most properties in the area, older homes have lower sub-$500,000 market prices, while new construction can go for up to $2,000,000.

Lot sizes can vary widely, with some single-family homes boasting of large 8,000-square-foot lot areas. Houses that feature smaller, 3,000-square-foot plots are also available.

On average, single-family homes feature three to four bedrooms, with 2 and a half baths.

The average Bellaire housing lot measures 75 feet by 130 feet, considerably bigger than comparable lots in West University. These bigger lots can accommodate detached car garages, swimming pools, or sprawling front and back yards. Bellaire offers both space and accessibility, in addition to more competitive prices.

Bellaire Townhomes Sale Trends

Like single-family homes, Bellaire townhomes for sale offer the same size and pricing averages. Some feature a standard floor plan, two-story construction with three bedrooms and two and a half baths.

Townhomes can also come in different architectural styles and feature front and back yards. This type of housing is typically more accessible and can be cheaper to maintain than single-family homes.

Townhome prices can range from $500,000 to $800,000.

Bellaire Condo Sale Trends

There are no high rise condos in Bellaire, but there are condo units available in mid-rise or multi-level townhouses.

There are condos available in the surrounding areas including:

• Briarglen
• The Willowick

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the nearby Galleria area, see Galleria Houston Condos.

Bellaire TX History

Bellaire, which means “good air” or “good breeze”, started out as part of William Marsh Rice’s 9,449-acre Rice Ranch.

In 1908, William Wright Baldwin, president of the South End Land Company and native of Iowa, purchased a 1,000-acre parcel located in the eastern part of the ranch, six miles from Houston.

He then founded Westmoreland Farms on the property, with Bellaire at the center to serve as a residential neighborhood.

Bellaire is said to have been named for its breezes, but it has been posited that the name may have come from Bellaire, Ohio, one of the towns served by Baldwin’s rail lines.

In 1918, Bellaire TX was incorporated into a city. It housed a population of 200 at the time. Thirty years later, Houston annexed the areas around Bellaire, stopping any further land growth.

The post-World War II building boom exploded in Bellaire, leading to the construction of more homes and the relocation of more families to the city.

In the 1980s, another boom occurred in the city, and this time, it was geared toward updating the small bungalows that were popular back in the day.

Those old structures were replaced with gorgeous two- and three-story houses in modern, traditional, Mediterranean, and Spanish architectural styles. Zoning requirements were put in place, thus enhancing Bellaire’s small town feel.

Today, Bellaire remains as one of the most popular – and most family-friendly – neighborhoods in Harris County.

Fun Things To Do Near Bellaire

Bellaire’s excellent location gives it great access to the Galleria, the Museum District, and Downtown Houston. Bellaire residents also enjoy proximity to commercial and entertainment establishments at the Rice Village, Meyerland Plaza, and Uptown Park.

The neighborhood houses a good number of parks that offer various amenities for indoor and outdoor sports and recreational activities.

Bellaire Zindler Park, named after journalist Marvin Zindler, is one of the biggest parks within city limits. It’s a 7.5-acre park with a neighborhood pool, two tennis courts, a picnic area with grill, a little league field, a gazebo, and a playground.

The Bellaire Recreation Center and the Bellaire Civic Center, which offer auditoriums and meeting rooms, are also located within the park.

Paseo Park, on the other hand, features a historical trolley which used to ply Bellaire Boulevard, a special events area, and an esplanade. Other parks near Bellaire single-family homes feature softball fields, tennis courts, picnic areas, open play areas, baseball fields, and outdoor fitness areas.

Bellaire also has its own public library, supported by a non-profit organization called The Friends of the Bellaire Library.

Bellaire TX Realtor – Paige Martin

As featured on Fox News in the Morning, Houston Business Journal and Houston Magazine, Paige Martin, a consistent Top Producing Broker-Associate and head of the Houston Properties Team, is ranked as one of the top residential real estate agents in the world.