Boulevard Oaks Houston Real Estate Guide
Boulevard Oaks is a collection of 21 upscale subdivisions with some of Houston’s most expensive real estate.
Boulevard Oaks Houston Homes, Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Known for its tree-lined streets, generous lots, and vintage homes, Boulevard Oaks features some of Houston’s oldest and most exclusive communities.
- EXCLUSIVITY: The median sales price of Boulevard Oaks homes for sale is at over $1,000,000. Featuring some of Houston’s most expensive homes, the neighborhood offers stately manors, luxury estates, and vintage homes. (See Income Needed To Buy Home In Houston Neighborhoods)
- OLD-WORLD CHARM: Boulevard Oaks exudes an old-world charm with its divided, tree-lined streets, wide setbacks, and well kept grounds. The various communities have deed restrictions in place to help maintain the area’s look and atmosphere.
- NEAR MED CENTER AND DOWNTOWN: Located just north of Rice University, the neighborhood is centrally located within the Inner Loop. The Texas Medical Center is about 10 minutes away, while downtown (with its 3,500+ business and 150,000 employees) is around 4 miles away.
- GREAT ACCESSIBILITY: The neighborhood is nestled south of Southwest Freeway, and has several main roads nearby, including Bissonnet Street, Shepherd Drive, Kirby Drive, and Montrose Boulevard.
- SECURITY: Boulevard Oaks employs a 24-hour private security patrol provided by Houston Police and Harris County peace officers.
- ENTERTAINMENT AND RETAIL OPTIONS: Cultural, retail, and outdoor entertainment hubs are also highly accessible from the neighborhood. The Museum of Fine Arts, Rice Village, Children’s Museum, Hermann Park, and Houston Zoo are mere blocks away.
Boulevard Oaks real estate can be challenging to navigate due to the area’s deed restrictions (some neighborhoods have slightly different guidelines and restrictions) and low inventories (some subdivisions may only have one or two properties for sale per year). The neighborhood’s older properties may also need renovations.
Contact Paige Martin, one of Houston’s Best Realtors and one of Boulevard Oaks’s most active real estate agents, if you’re looking to buy or sell Boulevard Oaks homes for sale.
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- The median sales price of Boulevard Oaks homes for sale is at over $1,000,000. Featuring some of Houston’s most expensive homes, the neighborhood offers stately manors, luxury estates, and vintage homes.
- Boulevard Oaks exudes an old-world charm with its divided, tree-lined streets, wide setbacks, and well kept grounds. The various communities have deed restrictions in place to help maintain the area’s look and atmosphere.
- Located just north of Rice University, the neighborhood is centrally located within the Inner Loop. The Texas Medical Center is about 10 minutes away, while downtown (with its 3,500+ business and 150,000 employees) is around 4 miles away.
- Boulevard Oaks employs a 24-hour private security patrol provided by Houston Police and Harris County peace officers.
- The neighborhood is nestled south of Southwest Freeway, and has several main roads nearby, including Bissonnet Street, Shepherd Drive, Kirby Drive, and Montrose Boulevard.
- Cultural, retail, and outdoor entertainment hubs are also highly accessible from the neighborhood. The Museum of Fine Arts, Rice Village, Children’s Museum, Hermann Park, and Houston Zoo are mere blocks away.
- One of the most established neighborhoods in Houston, Boulevard Oaks is made up of a variety of homes, some of which date back to the 1920s and 1930s.
- Broadacres, Edgemont, and Ormond Place are the earliest subdivisions in the area.
- The Boulevard Oaks Historic District is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Many homes in the area were designed by well-known architects during the period.
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- Boulevard Oaks homes range from vintage bungalows, stately manors, and luxury estates. Some of the most expensive homes in the area feature large lots, upscale amenities, and mature trees.
- Homes in the area can feature 3 to 5 bedrooms, spread over 2,000 to over 6,000 square feet of living space. Lot sizes range from 6,000 to more than 30,000 square feet.
- Prices for Boulevard Oaks homes for sale can start at around $700,000 to upwards of $5,000,000.
Made up of 21 subdivisions, Boulevard Oaks is nestled north of Rice University, east of Upper Kirby, south of Montrose, and west of the Museum District.
Boulevard Oaks is bordered by the Southwest Freeway to the north, Morningside to the west, Bissonnet to the south, and Graustark/Parkway to the east.
The Texas Medical Center is under a 10-minute drive from Boulevard Oaks. It is one of the largest healthcare and medical research facilities in the country. Featuring more than 50 hospitals, schools, and institutions, the Med Center is also one of Houston’s major employment centers with over 100,000 employees and volunteers.
Downtown Houston, located about 4 miles northwest of Boulevard Oaks, is home to more than 3,500 business and 150,000 workers.
One of Houston’s main cultural centers, the Museum District is also a few block away from the neighborhood. It features several popular hotspots, including the Children’s Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Natural Science, Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo, and the Hermann Park Golf Course.
The neighborhood is mostly residential, with some commercial areas along main streets like Bissonnet Street and Greenbriar Drive. Rice Village, a popular Houston retail destination, is a few minutes away from Boulevard Oaks homes.
Boulevard Oaks real estate have a 77006 and 77098 zip codes. (View Houston zip code map.)
Boulevard Oaks Subdivisions and Communities
Boulevard Oaks is one of Houston’s established neighborhoods. There are 21 subdivisions within the Boulevard Oaks area.
The following is a list of these subdivisions and their boundaries:
- Broadacres – from 1300 to 1506 North Boulevard
- Cherokee – 5300 Cherokee & 5300 Mandell
- Chevy Chase – 2000 – 2200 blks South, 2100 – 2200 blocks North Blvd., 2100-2200 blks Bartlett, 2100-2200 blks Banks, 2100-2200 blks Milford, 2203-2207 Milford, 1931 & 1932 South Blvd., 1931 North Blvd.
- Cresmere/West Ormond Place – 1921 – 1932 Banks, 2000 blk Banks, 1921 – 1932 Milford, 2000 Milford, 2000 North, 1930-1924 North Blvd.
- Edgemont – 1512 – 1728 North Blvd. & 1512 – 1731 South Blvd. & 5001-5115 Mandell & 5219 Dunlavy
- Greenbriar Addition – 2300 blks of Bartlet, North & South
- Hermann Hospital Estates – 1900 – 1929 North and 1925 – 1929 South Blvd.
- North Edgemont – 1600 bock Banks & 1600 block Milford & 1600 block Vassar
- Ormond Place – 1732 – 1920 Banks, 1729 – 1920 Milford, 1735 – 1929 North, 1740 – 1914 South, 1731 – 1743 Vassar
- Ranch Estates – 1300 – 1400 blocks Banks & 1300 – 1535 Milford
- Vassar Court – 1800-1900 Vassar
- Vassar Place – 1300-1500 Vassar
- West Edgemont – 1701 – 1730 Banks, 1701 – 1728 Milford, 1702 – 1727 Vassar
- Wroxton Court – 1700 Block Wroxton Court
- Keithley Place – 5400-5500 Ashby, 1700 block Rice Blvd.
- Sunset Court
- Sunset Place – 1700 block Albans Ct.
- Sunset Estates
- Cheyne Walk
- O. Smith Abstract – 1919 – 1924 South Blvd.
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West of Boulevard Oaks
North of Boulevard Oaks
- Montrose / Neartown
- Hyde Park
- River Oaks
- Rice Military
- Downtown is approximately 4 miles away from Boulevard Oaks
East of Boulevard Oaks
- Museum District
- Midtown
- East Downtown (EaDo)
- MacGregor
- Greater Third Ward
South of Boulevard Oaks
- Rice University
- Hermann Park
- Texas Medical Center
- Braeswood Place
- Braes Heights
- NRG Stadium
Boulevard Oaks homes are zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).
Established in the 1920s, Houston ISD is the largest school district in the state (with 283 schools). The Texas Education Agency (TEA) gave the district a “Met Standard” rating in 2016. HISD features several International Baccalaureate (IB) World schools, including Lamar High School.
Students in the area may attend the following public schools:
- Poe Elementary at 5100 Hazard St. Edgar Allan Poe Elementary School is a fine arts magnet school that aims to develop creative thinkers and performers in the arts. It has a GreatSchools.org rating of 8/10.
- Mandarin Chinese Immersion School at 6300 Avenue B. They are the first dedicated Mandarin language immersion magnet school in Houston for PreK-3 students. They have a GreatSchools.org rating of 5/10.
- Lanier Middle School at 2600 Woodland. Sidney Lanier Middle School handles students from grades 6 to 8. They received a Texas Gold Performance Award based on language arts, math, reading, science, social studies, and writing in 2011. They also have a Vanguard program for gifted students. It has a GreatSchools.org rating of 10/10.
- Lamar High School at 3325 Westheimer Rd. Lamar High School has a great Athletics program. They have one of the oldest lacrosse programs in the state. Their football team, The Lamar Redskins, is one of the highest-ranking teams within the Greater Houston area. Located in Upper Kirby, the school offers a business administration magnet program, advanced placement, and an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Boulevard Oaks Houston Private Schools
Boulevard Oaks Houston is also near some of the top private schools in Houston. Private schools within 15 to 20 minutes of Boulevard Oaks homes include:
- Presbyterian School at 5300 Main St. Presbyterian School is a co-education school serving Pre K to 8 students. It has a GreatSchools.org community rating of 5/5.
- St. John’s School at 2401 Claremont Ln. St. John’s School, one of “America’s Elite Prep Schools” according to Forbes.com and “the best private school in Houston” according to the New York Times. St. John’s admits students from K-12.
- St. Agnes Academy at 9000 Bellaire Blvd. St. Agnes Academy is a college-preparatory school serving young women grades 9 to 12. It has a GreatSchools.org community rating of 5/5.
- Strake Jesuit College Preparatory at 8900 Bellaire Blvd. Strake Jesuit College Preparatory is the largest Catholic school in Houston for grades 9 to 12. It has a GreatSchools.org community rating of 5/5.
- The Kinkaid School at 201 Kincaid School Dr. The Kinkaid School is a non-sectarian school attended by students from PK -12. it is also the oldest independent coeducational school in Greater Houston. It has a GreatSchools.org community rating of 4/5.
- River Oaks Baptist School at 2300 Willowick Rd. River Oaks Baptist School is one of the premier independent, co-educational schools in Houston. Half of their faculty hold advanced degrees in their field and they boast of a low teacher to student ratio.
- The Glassell Junior School at 5100 Montrose Blvd. The Glassell Junior School is an art school for young people ages 3–18, devoted to nurturing creativity and dedicated to fostering an appreciation of the arts and an awareness of the world.
To find an updated listing of all Boulevard Oaks 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.
Boulevard Oaks features some of the most expensive real estate in the city of Houston. Property values have remained strong in the neighborhood, with the median sales price at over $1,000,000.
Made up of around 1,200 homes, the neighborhood features a wide selection of home styles and designs. Boulevard Oaks’ old world charm, deed restrictions, and great schools have contributed to the area’s strong property values.
Many of the older homes were designed by Houston’s finest architects of their time. Common home styles include Tudor revival, Colonial revival, Italian renaissance, Spanish eclectic, French manorial, Neoclassical, post-war ranch, and English Picturesque.
Residents are very protective of the neighborhood’s old-world charm. The community prefers restoring old homes, and have even protested the tearing down of old buildings to make way for high rises. This however, has not affected the sales in the area. Boulevard Oaks continues to exhibit a strong appreciation trend.
(Data sourced from the Houston Association of Realtors Multiple Listing Service and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
For updated information regarding Boulevard Oaks real estate pricing and trend analysis, please contact Paige Martin at Paige@HoustonProperties.com.
Boulevard Oaks features a variety of home options, ranging from updated bungalows to grand mansions and estates.
Boulevard Oaks homes tend to sit on generous lots, between 6,000 to more than 30,000 square feet. Each subdivision offers homes in different styles and designs, with some neighborhoods featuring more expensive homes than others.
Homes in Broadacres, Chevy Chase, and Cherokee are among the most exclusive and expensive in the area. The most expensive homes in the area feature luxury amenities like sprawling lots, mature trees, spacious master bedrooms, and swimming pools, among others.
Boulevard Oaks homes typically feature 3 to 5 bedroom homes, spread over 2,000 to more than 6,000 square feet of living space.
Prices for Boulevard Oaks homes for sale can start at around $700,000 and can get up to more than $5,000,000.
Boulevard Oaks townhomes are often smaller than their single-family home counterparts. Three- to two-bedroom floor plans are common, spread over 2,000 to more than 4,000 square feet of living space.
Prices vary depending on location (some neighborhoods/streets will sell at a premium), size, and age of the townhome. Boulevard Oaks townhomes for sale can start at around $450,000 and can go upwards of $1,500,000.
Boulevard Oaks Condo Sale Trends
There are several residential condo buildings in the Boulevard Oaks area, including 5000 Montrose, Chateau Ten Sunset, Warwick Towers, and 2520 Robinhood at Kirby.
More condos are available in nearby Museum District, River Oaks, and Upper Kirby. These include:
To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the Museum District area, see Houston Museum District Condos.
Boulevard Oaks TX History
Boulevard Oaks development began in the 1920s to the early 1930s. Broadacres, Edgemont, and Ormond Place are the earliest subdivisions in the area.
In 1924, West Edgemont started development, followed by West Ormond Place, Chevy Chase, and Vassar Place. Other nearby subdivisions were initialized by real estate developers throughout 1930 to 1940.
Houston is a relatively young city, only developing into a major metropolis starting in the 20th century, yet it has a lot of historic places. The National Register of Historic Places designated the Boulevard Oaks Historic District as a historic district in February 22, 2002. This designation is due to the many older homes designed by Houston’s premier architects of their time.
The Boulevard Oaks Historic District consists mostly of the North and South Boulevards, between the Southwest Freeway and Rice University.
Boulevard Oaks’ central location gives its residents great access to Houston’s most vibrant cultural, entertainment, dining, and outdoor activity centers.
The neighborhood features some commercial establishments within and along its borders, many of which are on Bissonnet Street. Nearby retail include Plaza in the Park, Braes Heights Shopping Center, and Rice Village.
One of Houston’s most visited parks, Hermann Park, is also located a few blocks away from Boulevard Oaks. It covers 445 acres and features several destinations including the Hermann Park Golf Course, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Miller Outdoor Theatre, the Houston Zoo, and the Houston Garden Center.
Other key Houston hotspots like the Museum District and the Galleria are also easily accessible from Boulevard Oaks.
Here are some of Boulevard Oaks Houston must-visit places:
Dining
- Local Foods
- benjy’s
- Fajitas A Go Go
- On The Kirb
- Yoyo’s Hot Dog
- SeaSide Poke
- Cafe Azur
- Ambrosia
- The Raven Grill
- Bacco
Retail
- Braes Heights Shopping Center
- Rice Village
- The Galleria
- Highland Village Shopping Center
- Uptown Park
- River Oaks Shopping Center
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Nightlife
- The Davenport
- Simone on Sunset
- Under the Volcano
- Grand Prize Bar
- Bacco
- The Ginger Man
- Dino’s Den
- The Cellar Bar
- West Alabama Ice House
- Lumen Lounge
Hermann Park
- Japanese Garden
- Houston Zoo
- Miller Outdoor Theatre
- Hermann Park Golf Course
Museums
- Museum of Natural Science
- Children’s Museum
- Holocaust Museum
- Asia Society Texas Center
- Czech Center Museum
- African American Culture
- Center for Contemporary Craft
- Lawndale Art Center
- Museum of Fine Arts
- Contemporary Arts Museum
- Jung Center of Houston
- Rice Art Gallery
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