Southdale Real Estate Guide

Southdale homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Southdale is a wealthy residential neighborhood in Bellaire. Bellaire is one of the 14 Inner Loop Houston neighborhoods with the highest real estate appreciation. Southdale is conveniently located near West University, Texas Medical Center, and Downtown Houston. The community features a central location, accessibility, and great schools.

Southdale residents enjoy:

• GREAT LOCATION: The Southdale community is situated in one of the 14 neighborhoods in Inner Loop Bellaire. The neighborhood is located about 9 miles from Downtown, just inside 610 Loop. Residents of Southdale have convenient access to major thoroughfares. Such as Loop 610, I-69, Bissonnet Street, and Braeswood Boulevard, all just a few minutes away.

• EASY ACCESS: Southdale residents also have access to world-class retail centers, parks, and employment centers. The Galleria, located north of the community, is only 1 mile away. The well-known Uptown Park is 3 miles away, providing great outdoor amenities. Known for its world-class entertainment and galleries, the Museum District is only 12 mins away. Memorial Park is within a 10-mile radius of the community.

• COMMUNITY VIBES: Southdale is made up of approximately 800 single-family homes. Most homes are typically situated on large, wooded lots. The architectural styles in the neighborhood vary, but deed restrictions have helped to preserve its appearance and feel. Deed restrictions help maintain the community vibes Southdale has.

• EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: The neighborhood is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Schools serving the community are among the Best Public Schools in the Greater Houston area. It includes Horn Elementary School, Pershing Middle School, and Bellaire High School.

• VARIOUS HOME OPTIONS: Southdale homes offers a wide range of housing options. Many of the neighborhood's traditional 1920s homes still stand, though many have been replaced by newer construction. Wrought iron spiral staircases, travertine flooring, fireplace, and wood shutters are common features. Southdale homes also offer open-floor plans. Southdale Houston offers three-, four-, and five-bedroom floor plans. The community consists of 800 homesites with various architectural designs. Most homes come in traditional styles, but there are some French and Mediterranean styles available.

Due to low inventories and high property values, Southdale real estate can be tricky to navigate. The community is close to key Houston areas and also its rising popularity.

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Table of Contents

1. Southdale Home Sale Trends
2. Southdale Best Realtor Insights
3. Southdale Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Southdale Schools
5. Southdale Real Estate Market

Southdale Home Sale Trends

Southdale is a neighborhood in the Bellaire community. It is close to Downtown Houston and has easy access to major roads like Loop 610, I-69, Bissonnet Street, and Braeswood Boulevard.

Southdale's rising popularity is due to its:

• PRIME LOCATION: Southdale is near West University and Texas Medical Center. Both are key areas in Houston. Stores and entertainment centers are nearby. These include The Galleria and Museum District.

• GREAT SCHOOLS: Southdale is part of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Students can attend Horn Elementary School, Pershing Middle School, and Bellaire High School. These schools are known to be some of the best public schools in Greater Houston.

• HOME OPTIONS: Southdale has about 800 homes, typically on large, wooded lots. Some homes have been around since the 1920s, while others are newer. Prospective residents can choose from 3- to 5-bedroom floor plans. The properties come in different styles, like traditional, French, and Mediterranean.

Southdale's deed restrictions have helped maintain the neighborhood's appearance and feel.

Southdale Best Realtor Insights

Southdale offers a charming and sought-after residential experience.

• Southdale is in a desirable location. Key areas like Downtown, West University, and the Texas Medical Center are accessible.

• Southdale is close to the Texas Medical Center. This allows easy access to good healthcare facilities and services.

• Residents have easy access to top-notch retail centers and places for entertainment. The Galleria, Uptown Park, and the Museum District are a short distance away.

• Southdale has easy access to major roads and highways. This includes Loop 610, I-69, Bissonnet Street, and Braeswood Boulevard.

• Southdale is part of Bellaire, which is an Inner Loop Houston neighborhood. Bellair is part of the Houston neighborhoods with high real estate appreciation.

• The properties at Southdale come in different styles. With some homes date back to the 1920s, while others are newer.

• Many homes in Southdale are on big, wooded lots. This provides a serene and private living environment for residents.

• Southdale has approximately 800 properties. These properties have a median year build of 2000.

• The neighborhood of Southdale is well-maintained. This is done through deed restrictions, which help preserve its appearance and appeal.

• Southdale offers plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. Residents can enjoy nearby parks and green spaces.

Southdale Maps, Location & Zip Code

Southdale Schools

Southdale is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).

Several National Blue Ribbon and multi-award-winning schools are also located in the HISD. Southdale, in particular, has some of the district's best schools zoned toward its subdivisions.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary Schools

• Horn Elementary School at 4530 Holly St. The school caters to students in pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. The school has an After-School Program on-site for after-school care for students. The school also has programs for Girls' empowerment, Music, Art, and Chess.

• Condit Elementary School at 7000 S Third. Condit Elementary has enrichment activities such as chess, drama, sewing, robotics, cooking, Spanish, art, and karate.

• Cunningham Elementary School at 5100 Gulfton St. The school is one of the district’s most diverse schools, serving students with 12 different home languages. The school also offers a program in Special Education.

• Twain Elementary School at 7500 Braes Blvd. Students from kindergarten to 5th grade attend the school. The school has a Dual Language program that consists of one dual language class at each grade level.

• Lovett Elementary School at 8814 S Rice Ave. Lovett Elementary is a magnet school. The school’s fine arts magnet program includes band, orchestra, choir, and handbells.

Middle Schools

• Pin Oak Middle School at 4601 Glenmont. Pink Oak Middle School is Houston ISD’s premier foreign language magnet middle school. The school serves grades 6–8 students. In the 6th grade, students have the opportunity to learn different languages such as Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Hindi, Japanese, Latin, and Spanish through a rotation system. They get a taste of each language. Students then narrow their focus to one or two languages in the 7th and 8th grades.

• Energized For Excellence Academy Inc Middle School at 6107 Bissonnet. The school has been serving students in grades 6–8 since it opened in 1998.

• Ser-Ninos Charter Middle School at 5610 Gulfton St. The school caters to grades 6–8 students. The school provides special education services to students.

High Schools

• Challenge Early College High School at 5601 W Loop S. Challenge Early College High School is a magnet school. CECHS provides a challenging academic program that is designed to prepare students for college.

• Debakey High School For Health Professionals at 2545 Pressler. The school offers a program that prepares students for college and careers in medicine, healthcare, and science. Students get to explore healthcare and research facilities in the Texas Medical Center for hands-on learning experiences.

Southdale Private Schools

Some of the most notable private schools in Southdale are listed below.

• Faith Lutheran Day School at 4600 Bellaire Blvd.

• Goldberg Montessori School at 4610 Bellaire Blvd.

• Veritas Christian Academy at 7000 Ferris Street.

• Trafton Academy at 4711 Mcdermed Dr.

• Episcopal High School at 4650 Bissonnet St.

• St. Thomas' Episcopal School at 4900 Jackwood St.

To find an updated listing of all Southdale real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at [email protected] with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Southdale areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me.

Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year. The information provided above is accurate but not guaranteed. Please double-check by visiting the school's website.

Southdale Real Estate Market

Southdale Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Southdale is an affluent neighborhood known for its wide range of housing options.

Properties in the neighborhood come in various architectural styles, ranging from traditional to French and Mediterranean influences. Typical features of these homes are wrought iron spiral staircases, travertine flooring, a fireplace, and wood shutters.

Most Southdale homes are on wooded, large lots. Lot sizes vary, ranging from 3,300 square feet to as large as 20,400 square feet.

Southdale is part of the neighborhoods in Houston with the highest real estate appreciation. The prices of properties in the area range from $300,000 to $2,400,000. Most homes for sale are in the $1,000,000 price range.

Southdale Townhome Sale Trends

There are no townhomes in Southdale. There are, however, plenty of townhome options available in nearby neighborhoods.

The Houston Properties Team is an expert in Southdale real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston townhomes or learn more about properties that could be a fit for you.

Southdale Condo Sale Trends

There are no mid- or high-rise Southdale condos for sale, but plenty of units are available in the surrounding areas.

Condos within or about 15 minutes from the neighborhood include:

• The Beaconsfield

• The Edge

• 2016 Mainr

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. To see other condos within Downtown Houston, see Downtown Condos. To see condos within Museum District, see Museum District Condos.

The Houston Properties Team is an expert in Southdale real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston condos or learn more about buildings that could be a fit for you.

Southdale TX History

Southdale has a rich history dating back to the late 1940s when William G. Farmington developed it.

Southdale is part of the Bellaire community. It was initially developed with two-bedroom houses. The houses were marketed to World War II veterans.

Over time, Southdale continued to develop, with newer houses being constructed. Today, the neighborhood has approximately 800 homes that come in two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom floor plans. The properties have a median build year of 2000.

Southdale continued to grow into an affluent neighborhood. This is while still maintaining its original appearance and feel through the deed restrictions.

Fun Things to Do In Southdale

Southdale is a desirable community with its prime location.

Homeowners enjoy easy access to retail centers, dining options, parks, and employment centers.

Golf Courses:

Limited Options

Run/Bike Trails:

• Russ Pitman Park
• Lafayette Park
• Vic Driscoll Park
• Karl Young Park
• Burnett Bayland Park

Retail:

• K&G Fashion Superstore
• JCPenney
• Target
• Marshalls
• Talbots
• Carter’s

Dining:

• Tapester's Grill
• JJ Garden
• Betsy's at Evelyn's Park
• Los Tios
• Fadi’s
• Gugliani's

Nightlife:

• Little Woodrow's Bellaire
• Tropicana
• Caribe
• Discoteca La Favorita
• Costa Lounge VIP
• Cosmos

Groceries:

• H-E-B
• Target Grocery
• Sunny Food Store
• La Cosecha Sw Food Store
• Michoacana
• Renwick Food Market

Best Southdale 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.

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