Maplewood Houston Neighborhood Guide
Maplewood is a quaint community located just outside the 610 Loop South, near Meyerland, Bellaire South, South Braeswood, Braesmont, Flack Estates and Braesmont.
This Houston neighborhood consists of approximately 500 homes and 1,250 residents.
Maplewood offers an attractive commute to the Texas Medical Center, Galleria and Energy Corridor.
Maplewood has a few unique characteristics, including:
- The Maplewood South/North Community Improvement Association is one of the largest and strongest associations in Houston. They run a dedicated security patrol and maintenance of the community pool and park amenities.
- This is a deed restricted community, that restricts homes over two stories.
- The typical Maplewood home was built in the 1950’s and offers much more affordability than nearby Museum District, West University or Southside Place homes for sale.
Maplewood is also zoned to some of the top-ranked public schools in Houston, including Bellaire High School, Fondren Middle School, and Lovett Elementary School.
With the continued demand for Maplewood homes for sale, finding the right home may be challenging. Homebuyers will benefit from the guidance of an experienced Maplewood realtor who knows the neighborhood, deed restrictions, and non-MLS inventory.
For any inquiries about Maplewood homes recommendations, or off-market MLS listings, get in touch with Paige Martin, head of the Houston Properties Team and one of the best realtors in Houston.
Maplewood Resources (Popular Topics)
- 12 Things Maplewood Real Estate Buyers Should Know
- Fun things to do in Maplewood
- Neighborhoods near Maplewood
- Maplewood Schools
- Paige Martin – Top Ranked Maplewood Realtor
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12 Things Maplewood Real Estate Buyers Should Know
With the increased choices within Maplewood North and Maplewood South, real estate in the area continues to be a popular option.
- Maplewood real estate has risen over the last few years due to its great location, high accessibility, and superb schools.
- Maplewood residents are minutes away from key Houston areas like the Galleria, Inner Loop, and Downtown Houston.
- Main roads and thoroughfares are easily accessible from Maplewood, including Loop 610, Southwest Freeway, and Beltway 8.
- Maplewood streets are lined with massive trees and the neighborhood is surrounded by a number of parks.
- The neighborhood features traditional homes from the 1960s as well as new-construction homes.
- Maplewood is zoned to the Houston ISD and is serviced by a number of award-winning schools including Johnston Middle School and Bellaire High School.
- The neighborhood is heavily deed-restricted to maintain its look and small town feel.
- The Maplewood South/North Community Improvement Association is considered as one of the largest associations in Houston.
- The neighborhood boasts of its own exclusive community pool complete with a water park and a baby pool. Maplewood also has a multi-use field, playground and picnic area, and a community park.
- Homes are done in a variety of architectural styles including traditional, ranch, and contemporary designs.
- Maplewood lot sizes can range from 8,000 up to 13,000 square feet.
- Prices for Maplewood homes for sale can start at around $200,000 up to around $800,000.
Fun Things To Do Near Maplewood
Maplewood’s proximity to Loop 610 gives it excellent access to Houston’s cultural, entertainment, and retail centers like the Galleria, Museum District, and Downtown Houston. The Maplewood Mall is also nestled north of the community.
Other places of interest in and around the area include:
Dining
- Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill
- New York Coffee Shop
- Fainmous BBQ
- Fioza
- La Fresca Pizza
- Cue’s Burgers & More
- Taste of Texas
Grocery Stores
- Kroger
- Randall’s
- Belden’s
- Golden Grain
- Foodarama
- Walgreens
Outdoor
- Ron Meek Park
- Gail Reeves Park
- Meyerland Park
- Bayland Park
- Godwin Park
Neighborhoods Near Maplewood
Neighborhoods near Maplewood include:
Maplewood Schools
Maplewood homes are zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).
Students in the Maplewood North area may attend the following public schools:
Elementary Schools
- Herod Elementary School at 5627 Jason. Herod Elementary School is a PK to 5 school that features a Vanguard magnet program. The school also offers a Dual Language Program and an after-school enrichment program.
- Braeburn Elementary School at 7707 Rampart St. Braeburn Elementary School serves PK to 5 students. The school offers Special Education and Life Skills programs.
- Lovett Elementary School at 8814 South Rice Ave. Lovett Elementary School serves PK to 5 students. The school features a Fine Arts Magnet Program where students receive specialized instruction in strings, band, choral music, handbells, and art, among others.
- William Sutton Elementary School at 7402 Albacore Dr. William Sutton Elementary School serves PK to 5 students. The school features bilingual instructional programs and Vanguard GT programs.
Middle Schools
- Fondren Middle School at 6333 South Braeswood Blvd. Fondren Middle School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and features an IB Design and Technology curriculum. The school received a Gold Performance Acknowledgement Commended on Social Studies.
- Long Middle School at 6501 Bellaire Blvd. Long Middle School has a grades 6-8 neighborhood program and houses a Futures Academy.
- Pershing Middle School at 3838 Blue Bonnet Blvd. Pershing is a Neighborhood Vanguard and a Fine Arts Magnet school noted for its great academic programs. The school offers four levels of academics: Grade Level, Pre-AP, Vanguard/GT, and Accelerated Vanguard/GT. It also offers several enrichment classes, including a ropes course, concepts in engineering, robotics, and music production, among others.
High Schools
- Bellaire High School at 5100 Maple St. Bellaire High School is known for its great academics and athletics programs. It is one of the best secondary schools in the area and has produced professional athletes and other accomplished graduates with notable achievements in various fields.
- Sharpstown High School at 7504 Bissonet St. Sharpstown High School is a magnet school known for its Athletic Programs with a number of professional athletes as part of its alumni.
Students in the Maplewood South area may attend the following public schools:
Elementary Schools
- Elrod Elementary School at 6230 Dumfries Dr. Elrod Elementary is a PK to 5 school that features a Vanguard magnet program.
- Parker Elementary School at 10626 Atwell Dr. Parker Elementary is a PK to 5 school that features a music magnet program and a dual language program.
Middle Schools
- Fondren Middle School at 6333 South Braeswood Blvd. Fondren Middle School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and features an IB Design and Technology curriculum. The school received a Gold Performance Acknowledgement Commended on Social Studies.
- Johnston Middle School at 10410 Manhattan Dr. Johnston Middle School serves students in grades 6 to 8. Rated Recognized by the TEA, the school has a Magnet program and a strong Athletics program.
- Pin Oak Middle School at 4601 Glenmont Dr. Located in Bellaire, Pin Oak Middle School has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. It offers a Foreign Languages magnet program (Spanish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, and Hebrew) and has an Exemplary TEA rating.
High Schools
- Westbury High School at 11911 Chimney Rock Rd. Westbury High School is a magnet school with an advanced placement program. The school also offers automotive technology, health science, and business career programs.
Maplewood Private Schools
The following are some of the notable private schools near Maplewood:
- Episcopal High School at 4650 Bissonnet Street. It is a co-educational private day school with a curriculum based on four pillars, Academics, Religion, Fine Arts, and Athletics.
- The Post Oak School at 4600 Bissonnet Street. The Post Oak is a Montessori school with campuses in both Bellaire and the Museum District in Houston. It has received accreditation from both the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) and the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).
- Veritas Christian Academy at 7000 Ferris Street. It is a private school that offers an accelerated Classical Program. It also has excellent arts, academics, and athletics programs.
To find an updated listing of all Maplewood 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, information provided above are accurate but not guaranteed. Please double check by visiting the school’s website.
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