Northwest Houston Real Estate Guide
Northwest Houston homes for sale & insider real estate guide
Northwest Houston is a quiet deed-restricted neighborhood just outside the Inner Loop and directly north of the Energy Corridor. The area is among the quickly-growing community.
With established neighborhoods and communities developed as far back as the 1940s to the 1950s, Northwest Houston features some of Houston’s Best Suburbs.
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TOP RANKED SCHOOLS: According to Houston’s Best Public Schools, many of Northwest Houston’s schools are ranked among the top in the state of Texas.
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AFFORDABILITY: Northwest Houston is home to some of Houston's Best Suburbs based on community ratings for public schools, affordability, commute time, livability, and amenities. The area is also home to top-ranked Houston best-gated communities like Woodwind Lakes.
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WIDE RANGE OF AVAILABLE HOMES: With established subdivisions and master-planned communities, Northwest Houston features beautiful vintage homes as well as recent construction. Homes in the area include traditional-style single-family homes and large estates.
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STRONG REAL ESTATE MARKET: The land in the Northwest Area is one of the best neighborhoods in terms of land appreciation. The area posted an impressive 5 and 10-year land value appreciation.
There are many suburbs and communities in Northwest Houston that might be confusing to navigate. Homebuyers can benefit from the assistance of a top Northwest Houston realtor familiar with the area which would help in the homebuying journey.
To get personal advice on buying or selling in the Northwest Houston Area, contact Paige Martin, one of Houston's best realtors and one of the top-ranked Realtors in the United States.
“Holly and Laura are the best realtors I've worked with. From rental properties to my own home, their support, knowledge, and professionalism are top-notch. Can't go wrong - I will definitely be back.” - Brian Yokley (Google Review)
Northwest Houston Homes For Sale
3 Beds, 2 Baths
4508 Old Yale Street #F
3 Beds, 2 Baths
811 Paul Quinn Street
3 Beds, 3 Baths
809 Paul Quinn Street
3 Beds, 3 Baths
807 Paul Quinn Street
4 Beds, 2 Baths
7442 Tall Pines Drive
3 Beds, 2 Baths
9435 Pinole Lane
Northwest Houston Homes For Rent
4 Beds, 3 Baths
6115 Oak Bay Drive
4 Beds, 2 Baths
1067 Saint Clair Street
3 Beds, 2 Baths
14815 Wind Cave Lane
3 Beds, 2 Baths
7010 Emma Lou Street
3 Beds, 2 Baths
2509 Lucky Street #A
3 Beds, 1 Bath
9522 Vanwood Street
Table of Contents
- Northwest Houston Home Sale Trends
- Northwest Houston Best Realtor Insights
- Northwest Houston Maps, Location & Zip Code
- Northwest Houston Schools
- Northwest Houston Real Estate Market
Northwest Houston Home Sale Trends
Northwest Houston lies north of the Energy Corridor. The neighborhood features some of the Best Suburbs in Houston, vintage & recent properties, and housing options.
Northwest Houston remained popular thanks to its:
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TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS: Zoned to several school districts namely Aldine, Houston, Klein, and Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District. The community houses some of Houston’s Best Public Schools including Joe E Moreno Elementary and Burbank Middle.
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AFFORDABILITY: Northwest Houston has some of the Best Suburbs in Houston based on community ratings for affordability, amenities, commute time, public schools, and livability. Woodwind Lakes, a Top-Rated Houston Gated Community, is also located in the area.
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WIDE RANGE OF HOME OPTIONS: Northwest Houston features established subdivisions and master-planned communities, with vintage homes and new construction abodes. Traditional-style single-family homes and large estates can be found in the area.
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STRONG REAL ESTATE MARKET: The Northwest Houston neighborhood area is one of the Best in Land Appreciation with strong results in 5 and 10-year valuations.
Northwest Houston homes range in size from 7,000 to more than 80,000 square feet and are spread out on large wooded lots along tree-lined streets.
Northwest Houston Best Realtor Insights
Northwest Houston features established neighborhoods and gated communities popular for their small-town atmosphere.
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Northwest Houston is located just outside the Inner Loop and directly north of Energy Corridor. Nestled near the Downtown Houston, Energy Corridor, and Galleria and has an average of 20 minutes of travel.
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Golf courses and trails for biking, hiking, and running are accessible in the area.
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A strong base of industrial companies in the area, home to major employers such as Toshiba, GE Oil & Gas, Schlumberger, Shell Oil Company, and Chevron.
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Northwest Houston homes are zoned to several school districts: Houston, Aldine, Klein, and Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District. Top-ranked public schools such as Hamilton Elementary School, Salyards Middle School, and Cy-Fair High School serves the community.
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Homebuyers have a wide range of available options in the area, including traditional-style single-family homes and large estates. The area contains Master-Planned Communities like Aliana.
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With established neighborhoods and communities developed as far back as the 1940s to the 1950s, Northwest Houston features some of Houston's Best Suburbs based upon community ratings for public schools, affordability, commute time, livability, and amenities. The list includes Champion Forest and Jersey Village.
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Northwest Houston also features some of the Best Neighborhoods in terms of Land Appreciation, including Garden Oaks which posted impressive 5 and 10-year land value appreciation.
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Prices for Northwest Houston homes for sale can start at around $400,000 up to more than $2.2 million.
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People in the area spend less than 30% of their income on Housing Costs.
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Northwest Houston homes are sprawled on large wooded lots along tree-lined streets ranging from 7,000 up to more than 80,000 square feet. Homes for sale in the area feature formal living and dining areas, sparkling pools, landscaped gardens, and other luxurious amenities.
Northwest Houston Maps, Location & Zip Code
| Commute Time | Northwest Houston |
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| Downtown (min) | 20 |
| Med Ctr (min) | 30 |
| Energy Corridor (min) | 10 |
| Galleria (min) | 20 |
| Highlights | Northwest Houston |
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| Amenities | Northwest Houston lies north of the Energy Corridor. The neighborhood has both vintage and recent properties for prospective buyers. It also features the Best of Houston Suburbs and the top-ranked schools in the state of Texas. The area also has master-planned communities |
| Golf Courses | - Limited Options |
| Run / Bike Trails | - Limited Options |
| Nearby Retail / Dining | - Kroger - D F Food Store - Randalls - Pinemont Grocery - Richard's Grocery Store |
| Major Employers | - Toshiba - GE Oil& Gas - Schlumberger - Shell Oil Company - Chevron |
Northwest Houston Schools
| Top Elementary Schools | Great Schools Ranking |
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| Joe E Moreno Elem | 8 |
| Top Middle Schools | Great Schools Ranking |
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| Burbank Middle | 7 |
| Cook Middle | 7 |
Northwest Houston homes are zoned to several school districts: Houston, Aldine, Klein, and Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District.
Top-ranked public schools in Northwest Houston include Hamilton Elementary School, Salyards Middle School, and Cy-Fair High School.
There are also a good number of notable private schools in and around Northwest Houston. A few of them include Champions Montessori School, Primrose School of Champions, and Harmony Science Academy.
Note: For a more detailed guide to schools zoned to Northwest Houston homes, check our Houston’s Best Schools OR email me at pmartin@houstonproperties.com.
Elementary Schools
- Joe E Moreno at 620 East Canino Rd. This public elementary school serves students from PK-K5 with daily breakfast. It has an 8/10 rating from GreatSchools.org and belongs to the Houston ISD.
Middle Schools
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Burbank Middle School at 315 Berry Road. This public school has a 7/10 rating from GreatSchools.org. It has 7 academic distinctions which include achievements in Reading/ELA, Mathematics, Science, and Social studies, the Top 25 percent in student progress and closing performance gaps, and post-secondary readiness.
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Cook Middle School at 9111 Wheatland Drive, Houston. Cook Middle School belongs to the Cypress Fairbanks ISD and has a 7/10 GreatSchools.org rating.
To find an updated listing of all Northwest Houston real estate zoned to any specific public school, please send an email to Paige Martin at pmartin@houstonproperties.com 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.
Northwest Houston Real Estate Market
Northwest Houston Single-Family Home Sale Trends
Northwest Houston features beautiful vintage homes as well as modern ones. Residences in the area include traditional-style single-family houses.
Northwest Houston home sizes range from 7,000 to more than 80,000 square feet. Houses are on large wooded lots along tree-lined streets.
Northwest Houston Townhome Sales Trends
With established subdivisions and master-planned communities, Northwest Houston offers many townhomes.
The neighborhood features pools, landscaped gardens, and other luxurious amenities.
Prices for Northwest Houston townhomes for sale can start at around $400,000.
Northwest Houston Condo Sale Trends
Currently, there are no mid- or high-rise Northwest Houston 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.
The Houston Properties Team are expert in Northwest real estate. Kindly contact us if you'd like to see Houston condos or learn more about properties that could fit you.
Northwest Houston TX History
In 1836, the Allen brothers purchased over 6,600 acres on the banks of Buffalo Bayou.
Houston became the capital of the Republic from 1837 to 1839.
In 1846, Texas became the 28th state. Houston's first railroad began its operation in 1853.
Commerce continued to grow in the 1860s, and Houston's first bank was founded by 1866.
In the 1940s-1950s, established neighborhoods and communities developed in Northwest Houston.
Today, the area is among the quickly-growing community.
Fun Things To Do Near Northwest Houston
Northwest Houston is nestled near Downtown Houston. It is just outside the Inner Loop and directly north of the Energy Corridor.
Northwest Houston also has one of the best restaurants in the nation.
Here are some places to visit when in Northwest Houston:
Dining
- Melita's Restaurant & Bar
- Taste of Texas Restaurant
- Yard House
- Two Amigos Mexican Restaurant
- La Fiesta
Best Northwest Houston Realtor – Paige Martin
As featured on Fox News in the Morning, Houston Business Journal, Houston Chronicle, 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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