Five Corners Real Estate Guide

Five Corners homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Five Corners neighborhood offers affordable housing, convenient transportation, and many recreational opportunities. Located in the southeastern part of Houston, the area is an intersection of five major roads.

Five Corners is a Houston neighborhood with a lot of potential, thanks to its:

• ACCESSIBILITY: Five Corners is minutes away from the Medical Center and Downtown. It is accessible to major freeways including Beltway 8, Highway 288, and I-610. The Galleria and Memorial City Mall are minutes away from the area.

• REAL ESTATE APPRECIATION: Five Corners is one of the best close in Houston neighborhoods with appreciation rates of over 30% in the past 5 years.

• OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL AREAS: Five Corners has miles of parks, trails, and golf courses. The Almeda Park, Mayfair Park, and Tom Clear Creek Golf Club are within minutes of the neighborhood.

• EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: Nearby schools in Five Corners are zoned to the Houston ISD. Top-rated schools include Petersen Elementary School and South Early College High School. Some schools nearby also offer specialization in performing and visual arts. An example is the Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School. Other notable schools, both public and private, are nearby as well.

• DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS: Five Corners is known for its diversity and cuisine. It is home to the Hungry Farmer BBQ and Los Cocos Restaurant. Regular food joints are also nearby, like Burger King and Chick N' Chung. Entertainment venues like Cinemark Tinseltown and XD and AMC Willowbrook are minutes away.

• WIDE RETAIL OPTIONS: There's a variety of shopping centers located near the neighborhood. To name a few, they have The Galleria, Memorial City Mall, and the River Oaks Shopping Center. Many business establishments can are here due to the neighborhood's busy nature.

• MAJOR ATTRACTIONS: Five Corners offers plenty of exciting tourist spots. The Houston Zoo is a great place to spend a day with family and friends. The Houston Space Center is a great place to learn about space and the history of space exploration. All these attractions and more are within minutes of the area.

Going through Five Corners real estate can be tricky. Considering the neighborhood is close to several major thoroughfares and homes have different floor plans, these reasons can affect resale. There is also a diverse set of house designs, some far better than others. It would be wise to get in touch with the best Five Corners realtor, an expert in the community.

To get personal advice on buying or selling in the Five Corners area, contact Paige Martin, one of Houston’s best realtors and one of the top-ranked Realtors in the United States.

“I just closed on a house in River Oaks Shopping and I couldn’t have done it without Brittney Coyle at Houston Properties Team. Brittney really listens—so much so that we found my perfect house in the first round of viewings. She was completely on top of everything. Easiest home purchase I’ve ever made.” - Chris Peek (Google Review)

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Table of Contents

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

Five Corners Home Sale Trends

Located just south of the Medical Center Area, Five Corners is a large neighborhood just inside Beltway 8.

The area is popular for its:

• ACCESSIBILITY: Five Corners homes are minutes away from several main roads and freeways, including Beltway 8, Highway 288, Loop 610, Fort Bend Pkwy, and US 90 Alt.

• PROXIMITY TO JOB CENTERS: The downtown, Medical Center, and Galleria area highly accessible from Five Corners.

• GREAT APPRECIATION RATES: One of Houston's Best Close-In Neighborhoods, Five Corners real estate has posted impressive appreciation rates over the past decade.

Five Corners homes come in a wide variety of architectural styles, including traditional, modern, colonial, and English styles. Price points are similar to neighboring Brays Oaks, starting at around $120,000.

Five Corners Best Realtor Insights

The neighborhood is located within Southwest Houston.

• Five Corners is accessible to all major freeways including Beltway 8, Highway 288, and 610.

• Five Corners’ location is within minutes of Houston’s Metropolitan area, Medical Center, and Downtown Houston.

• Shopping and retail centers such as The Galleria are less than 30 minutes away from the neighborhood.

• With over 480 acres of open spaces, Five Corners has miles of walking, hike-and-bike trails, and golf courses.

• Memorial Park Hike and Bike Trailhead, Cullen Running Trails Center, and Victory Disk Golf Course offer a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities.

• Schools in Five Corners are zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).

• Schools that offer specialization in performing and visual arts like the Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School also serve the neighborhood.

• Residents of Five Corners enjoy easy access to a diverse option of dining and entertainment venues.

• Homes in Five Corners range from patio homes to large estate-style homes.

• Two- to three-bedroom homes are available, though the more expensive Five Corners real estate can feature as many as four to five bedrooms.

• Home sizes are typically between 1,300 to more than 3,500 square feet.

• Prices for Five Corners homes start at around $150,000 to more than $600,000.

Five Corners Maps, Location & Zip Code

Five Corners Schools

Some of the schools in Five Corners are zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HSID) which serves as a community school district for most of the city of Houston and several nearby and insular municipalities. The Texas Education Agency rated Houston ISD schools as “Recognized” or “Exemplary” schools.

Elementary Schools

• Windsor Village Elementary at 14440 Polo St. Windsor Village Elementary offers a variety of academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs. Located within Five Corners, the school is one of Houston ISD’s elementary schools.

• Parker Elementary at 10626 Atwell Dr. Parker Elementary offers a number of academic and music instruction to kindergarten through fifth-grade students. It was named a Grammy Signature Elementary School in 2002.

• Almeda Elementary School at 14226 Almeda School Rd. Founded in 1893, Almeda Elementary School is one of Houston ISD's oldest schools. Almeda Elementary offers many academic resources and activities including After School programs, and University Interscholastic League (UIL).

Middle Schools and Junior High Schools

• The Imani School at 12401 S Post Oak Rd. The Imani School is a private school that admits students from preschool through eighth grade. It offers a number of academic and extracurricular activities including Imani Sports and Athletics, Summer Camp, and Teen Leadership Institute.

• Accelerated Intermediate Academy at 12825 Summit Ridge Dr
  The Imani School at 12401 S Post Oak Rd. Accelerated Intermediate Academy has school locations in Houston and Lancaster Texas. It is named a State Exemplary Campus from 2004 to 2011.

• Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School at 10410 Manhattan Dr. Founded in 1962, the Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School specializes in performing arts including beginning, intermediate and advanced art, broadcast journalism, theater arts, dance, band, jazz band, choral music, orchestra, guitar, piano, mariachi, and handbells. It was named a Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education in 2010.

High Schools

• Westbury High School 11911 Chimney Rock Rd. Founded in 1961, Westbury High School specializes in performing and visual arts. It offers a wide variety of academic and extracurricular programs.

• South Early College High School 1930 Airport Blvd. South Early College High School is academically-focused. The school's student body includes gifted/talented, at-risk students, and learners with special needs.

Five Corners Private Schools

The following are some of the more notable private schools near Five Corners.

• Westbury Christian School at 10420 Hillcroft St.
• Triumph Christian Academy at 4740 W Orem Dr.
• Trafton Academy at 4711 McDermed Dr.
• Saint Nicholas School at 3511A Linkwood Dr.
• St. Catherine's Montessori at 9821 Timberside Dr.
• Saint Thomas' Episcopal at 4900 Jackwood St.
• Excel Adventist Academy at 7950 W Fuqua St.
• Robindell Private School at 6610 at Alder Dr.
• Red Apple School at 7605 Bissonnet St.
• St. Thomas More Parish School at 5927 Wigton Dr.
• Torah Day School of Houston at 10900 Fondren Rd.
• Wonderland Private School at 5724 Calhoun Rd.
• United Christian Home School at 2600 S Loop W.
• Veritas Christian Academy of Houston at 7000 Ferris St.

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

*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.

Five Corners Real Estate Market

Five Corners Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Five Corners offers a wide variety of single-family homes with different sizes, floor plans, designs, and price points. Patio homes, traditional one-story homes, and custom-built homes are all available in the area.

Five Corners homes typically offer 3- to 5-bedroom floor plans with living spaces ranging from 1200 to more than 3000 square feet.

Architectural designs in Five Corners range from ranch-style, traditional with classic design elements, contemporary, and colonial, to Mediterranean-style homes inspired by the architecture of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Prices for Five Corners homes start at around $130,000 to more than $420,000.

Five Corners Townhomes Sale Trends

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

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Five Corners 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.

Five Corners Condo Sale Trends

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

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 are expert in Five Corners 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.

Five Corners History

Five Corners, a neighborhood located in the southeastern part of Houston, got its name from the convergence of five streets – Almeda Road, Cullen Boulevard, Telephone Road, Reveille Street, and Griggs Road.

In the early 20th century, Five Corners was primarily an agricultural area. In the 1920s, it was largely rural and was primarily used for farming and ranching. It has since transformed into a bustling residential and commercial district.

Due to the post-World War II economic boom in the 1950s, Five Corners experienced a surge in development as many new homes were built, and the area saw an influx of new residents.

Today, Five Corners is a vibrant and diverse community with a mix of residential and commercial areas. It is home to a number of schools, parks, and community centers, as well as a variety of businesses ranging from small shops to large chain stores.

Fun Things To Do Near Five Corners

Five Corners offers plenty of exciting activities for both locals and tourists. This area is known for its diverse culture, delicious cuisine, and historical landmarks. Whether you’re looking to explore the outdoors, enjoy some entertainment, or do some shopping, Five Corners has something for everyone.

Memorial Park Golf Course and Driving Range was the venue for the Houston Open from 1951 to 1963. It is a 600-acre course with a lighted driving range and a clubhouse.

The Galleria, Memorial City Mall, and the River Oaks Shopping Center are less than 30 minutes away from the neighborhood.

The Galleria is one of Houston’s most popular retail establishments that features diverse shopping, dining, and recreation options.

Residents of Five Corners enjoy easy access to a diverse option of dining establishments including Subway, Panda Express, Taco Bell, and Burger King.

Entertainment centers including Cinemark Tinseltown 290 and AMC Willowbrook are minutes away from the neighborhood.

Here are some of Five Corners' must-visit places:

Dining

• Hungry Farmer BBQ
• Take The Wheel Restaurant
• HWY 288 Diner
• El Taquito Taqueria
• Shrimp Lady
• Tacos 2 Amigos
• Beef and Bun BBQ
• Los Cocos Restaurant
• Subway

Community Amenities and Attractions

• Almeda Park
• City Oaks Center Park
• Mayfair Park
• Blue Ridge Park
• Townwood Community Center
• Houston Humane Society Pavilion
• Sims Bayou Greenway Simsbrook Trailhead
• Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
• Tom Bass Disc Golf Course
• Clear Creek Golf Club

Nightlife

• Bar 8
• Mystic Lounge
• Carrillo Nite Club
• Hunter’s Pub
• Emmit’s Place
• La Caribeña Night Club

Groceries

• Pyburn Farm Fresh Foods
• Foodarama Market
• Del Papa Store
• Waddell’s Food Store
• Joe V’s Smart Shop
• Everest Grocery

Retail Centers

• Dollar Tree
• Family Dollar
• Target
• Walmart
• Kohl’s
• Macy’s

Best Five Corners Houston Realtor

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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