How Much Salary Do You Need To Buy A Home In Houston's Top Neighborhoods
Find the best places to live in Houston for your budget.
Forbes, Money Magazine, and the US Census Bureau, all list Houston as one of the most affordable cities in the country (1).
The cost of living in Houston ranks second lowest among the top 20 most populous US metros. Based on the cost of living data, it's 36% cheaper to live here than in the 20 biggest cities in the country (2).
We analyzed median home prices & estimated salary requirements for the 52 best neighborhoods in the Houston area to help you decide where you can best afford to live.
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Table of Contents
- Houston Home Salary Requirements Highlights & Data
- Annual Salary & Houston Neighborhoods Matrix
- Under $80,000: Where can I Afford to Live in Houston?
- $80,000 to $150,000: Best Neighborhoods
- $150,000 to $250,000: Cost of Luxury Homes
- Over $250,000: Most Expensive Areas
- Sources, Methodology & Disclosures
- The Best Houston Realtor to Sell Your Home
Houston Home Salary Requirements Highlights & Data
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2022 Highlights
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The mortgage rate (6.29%) is at its highest since 2008. We're seeing the market slow down as homebuyers and home sellers review their options.
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As reflected in the data below, homebuyers would be spending a lot more in monthly payments than they would this time last year on a similar property.
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Homeowners who benefited from lower mortgage rates are less motivated to move (and sell).
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The new mortgage rates have impacted the real estate market. The data below shows the home price range in Houston's top neighborhoods with today's mortgage rate.
As always, real estate is hyper-local. See how your neighborhood and the home affordability are doing.
Data Summary
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The neighborhoods we selected came from our lists of:
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Our estimates of Houston home salary requirements used a 20% down payment. However, some lenders have special 0% or 5% down loans. Contact me for a list of recommended mortgage providers and who to avoid.
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Houston median home prices above include only single-family homes unless otherwise stated. Methods and calculations for the salary needed to live comfortably in Houston are listed at the bottom of this article (1).
Annual Salary & Houston Neighborhoods Matrix
If you’d like to see any specific single-family homes, please contact Paige Martin at PMartin@HoustonProperties.com
Note: We're only displaying the first ten neighborhoods per section here. For the full list, please refer to the tables under each respective salary range below.
Under $80,000: Where can I Afford to Live in Houston?
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| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Atascocita North | $254,750 | $80,000 | 46% |
| Bacliff/San Leon | $255,000 | $79,000 | N/A |
| Five Corners | $252,104 | $79,000 | 52% |
| Kingwood West | $249,700 | $78,000 | 42% |
| Alief | $250,800 | $77,000 | 35% |
| La Marque | $239,999 | $76,000 | 62% |
| Northside | $248,375 | $75,000 | 34% |
| Aldine Area | $236,900 | $75,000 | 55% |
| Medical Center South | $238,490 | $74,000 | 52% |
| Pasadena | $237,000 | $74,000 | -15% |
| Willis/New Waverly | $250,000 | $72,000 | N/A |
| Humble Area South | $219,400 | $71,000 | 15% |
| Spring East | $218,000 | $70,000 | 32% |
| Willowbrook South | $220,000 | $69,000 | 39% |
| South Houston | $220,000 | $69,000 | N/A |
| Briarmeadow/Tanglewilde | $205,000 | $69,000 | -6% |
| Hempstead | $224,000 | $68,000 | N/A |
| Humble Area West | $210,000 | $67,000 | 16% |
| Sugar Land North | $222,250 | $66,000 | 5% |
| Northeast Houston | $211,250 | $65,000 | 40% |
| Hobby Area | $205,000 | $63,000 | 13% |
| Sugar Land South | $201,500 | $63,000 | -35% |
| Bear Creek South | $191,750 | $62,000 | 12% |
| Sharpstown Area | $160,000 | $49,000 | -3% |
Atascocita North
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Atascocita North | $254,750 | $80,000 | 46% |
One of the fastest-growing communities in Humble, Atascocita North is within one of Houston's best suburbs. The neighborhood features excellent schools, parks, country clubs, and golf courses.
Atascocita North is known for its:
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GOLF CLUBS: The Atascocita Country Club and Walden on Lake Houston Golf and Country Club are in the affluent neighborhood. These come with tennis courts, fitness centers, swimming pools, and dining and lounge areas for exclusive membership. (See Best Golf Course Communities).
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OUTDOOR RECREATION: Atascocita homes are minutes away from several outdoor recreation facilities. Residents can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and skiing on Lake Houston. In addition, canoes and kayaks are available to navigate through the scenery and wildlife of Lake Houston.
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EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: According to Houston's Best Schools guide, Atascocita is zoned to some of the best schools in North Houston. The list includes Deerwood Elementary. Other public schools near this neighborhood are Oaks Elementary School and Timberwood Middle School.
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PARK & POOL: Atascocita North Park can be found in the neighborhood. It comes with a swimming pool, a walking track, and a kid-friendly playground.
Built in 1980, Atascocita North has 749 single-family properties in the area. The neighborhood has homes with prices ranging from $125,000 to $180,000.
Five Corners
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Five Corners | $252,104 | $79,000 | 52% |
With over 480 acres of open spaces, Five Corners offers a wide variety of biking & walking trails and many entertainment options. Five Corners is known for its:
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RECREATIONAL SPACES: The community has miles of walking, hike-and-bike trails, and golf courses. This includes the Memorial Park Hike and Bike Trailhead, Cullen Running Trails Center, and Victory Disk Golf Course.
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CONVENIENT DINING LOCATIONS: Residents enjoy easy access to a diverse option of dining establishments.
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UNIQUE AMENITIES: Residents enjoy a myriad of entertainment venues including Cinemark Tinseltown 290 and AMC Willowbrook.
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WIDE RETAIL OPTIONS: Shopping and retail havens like The Galleria, Memorial City Mall, and the River Oaks Shopping Center are minutes from the neighborhood.
Homes in Five Corners range from patio homes to large estate-style homes.
Alief
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Alief | $250,800 | $77,000 | 35% |
Alief is a historic community in Southwest Houston. This community is 15 minutes away from business centers of Westchase and Sugar Land.
The neighborhood is popular thanks to its:
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EXCELLENT ACCESSIBILITY: Alief has easy access to several retail stores and restaurants. Meyerland Plaza, Hong Kong City Mall, and the Galleria are also a short drive away.
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GREAT LOCATION: Alief is located on major roads and thoroughfares. It is near Westpark Tollway, Beltway 8 to its east, Interstate 69 and U.S. 90 to its south, and Highway 6 to its west. Bus terminals in the area make commuting to Houston's hubs easy.
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DIVERSE REAL ESTATE OPTIONS: Alief features several subdivisions, townhomes, and apartments. Architectural styles vary from traditional to modern.
When considering Alief real estate, reviewing the floodplains is a must. Its proximity to the Addicks and Barker Reservoir could lead to flooding in some parts of the community.
$80,000 to $150,000: Best Neighborhoods
Many of Houston’s most popular neighborhoods are also, historically, the best performers in real estate appreciation. Contact us for a custom list of homes in these areas.
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Humble Area East | $254,000 | $81,000 | 39% |
| 1960/Cypress Creek South | $255,000 | $82,000 | 66% |
| Southbelt / Ellington | $260,000 | $82,000 | 51% |
| Northwest Houston | $269,900 | $83,000 | 50% |
| Winrock | $220,000 | $84,000 | 22% |
| La Porte/Shoreacres | $270,000 | $84,000 | 60% |
| Oak Forest West | $270,000 | $85,000 | 45% |
| Conroe Northeast | $282,900 | $85,000 | 54% |
| Dickinson | $277,000 | $86,000 | 49% |
| Stafford Area | $280,000 | $86,000 | 54% |
| Atascocita South | $270,000 | $86,000 | 42% |
| Spring Northeast | $265,000 | $86,000 | 66% |
| Crosby Area | $280,000 | $88,000 | N/A |
| 1960/Cypress | $288,700 | $89,000 | 65% |
| Huffman Area | $288,890 | $89,000 | 1% |
| Fort Bend South / Richmond | $275,100 | $89,000 | 38% |
| Spring/Klein/Tomball | $280,000 | $89,000 | 46% |
| Conroe Southeast | $285,000 | $90,000 | 42% |
| Alvin South | $280,000 | $90,000 | 56% |
| Brays Oaks | $295,000 | $90,000 | 34% |
| Katy Southeast | $289,900 | $91,000 | 26% |
| Waller | $313,005 | $93,000 | N/A |
| 1960/Cypress Creek North | $306,500 | $94,000 | 81% |
| Magnolia/1488 West | $308,671 | $95,000 | N/A |
| Missouri City Area | $300,000 | $95,000 | 44% |
| Santa Fe | $310,000 | $96,000 | 61% |
| Mission Bend Area | $310,000 | $96,000 | 87% |
| Brookshire | $301,900 | $96,000 | N/A |
| Katy North | $310,000 | $97,000 | 86% |
| Medical Center Area | $280,000 | $98,000 | 26% |
| Porter / New Caney West | $296,740 | $100,000 | 10% |
| Hockley | $295,900 | $101,000 | 25% |
| Porter / New Caney East | $300,000 | $102,000 | 29% |
| Denver Harbor | $324,945 | $102,000 | 54% |
| Copperfield Area | $330,000 | $103,000 | 78% |
| Kingwood South | $335,500 | $103,000 | 76% |
| Galleria | $285,000 | $103,000 | 0% |
| Lake Conroe Area | $338,950 | $104,000 | 14% |
| Kingwood NW/Oakhurst | $318,000 | $104,000 | 31% |
| Eldridge North | $338,750 | $105,000 | 5% |
| Charnwood/Briarbend | $312,000 | $105,000 | -10% |
| Jersey Village | $339,250 | $106,000 | 70% |
| Spring/Klein | $335,000 | $106,000 | 59% |
| Willow Meadows Area | $357,500 | $108,000 | 30% |
| Friendswood | $359,950 | $109,000 | 34% |
| Clear Lake Area | $350,000 | $109,000 | 73% |
| Tomball Southwest | $354,355 | $110,000 | 50% |
| Tomball South/Lakewood | $346,500 | $111,000 | 69% |
| Conroe Southwest | $355,000 | $112,000 | 63% |
| Champions Area | $360,000 | $112,000 | 63% |
| University Area | $359,995 | $113,000 | 53% |
| East End Revitalized | $349,960 | $113,000 | 36% |
| Downtown Houston | $271,000 | $116,000 | 18% |
| Katy Old Towne | $341,263 | $117,000 | 36% |
| Pearland | $372,000 | $119,000 | 81% |
| Riverside | $376,750 | $119,000 | 40% |
| Summerwood / Lakeshore | $360,844 | $120,000 | 50% |
| Kingwood East | $393,000 | $122,000 | 52% |
| Sugar Land East | $410,000 | $123,000 | 55% |
| Fort Bend Country North / Richmond | $395,000 | $126,000 | 83% |
| Spring Branch | $399,994 | $126,000 | 56% |
| Midtown Houston | $351,000 | $128,000 | 25% |
| Tomball | $403,000 | $129,000 | 84% |
| Energy Corridor | $420,359 | $129,000 | 48% |
| Shepherd Park Plaza Area | $443,004 | $133,000 | 25% |
| Magnolia/1488 East | $457,500 | $134,000 | N/A |
| Alvin North | $388,245 | $134,000 | 94% |
| Fulshear/South Brookshire | $410,000 | $136,000 | 9% |
| Cypress North | $420,990 | $138,000 | 72% |
| Meyerland Area | $459,950 | $139,000 | 22% |
| Sugar Land West | $440,000 | $139,000 | 53% |
| Oak Forest East | $455,450 | $140,000 | 62% |
| Greenway Plaza | $397,500 | $143,000 | -7% |
| Sienna Area | $430,000 | $143,000 | 47% |
| League City | $434,990 | $144,000 | 55% |
| Knollwood/Woodside | $490,000 | $148,000 | 30% |
Humble Area East
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Humble Area East | $254,000 | $81,000 | 39% |
Humble is an independent city located just outside of Beltway 8. This city belongs to the list of Top Suburban Neighborhoods in Houston.
Humble is a go-to choice for the neighborhood because of its:
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VIBRANT RETAIL AND DINING: Deerbrook Mall offers urban conveniences to residents of Humble. The mall features 140+ shops that cater to varied interests.
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GOLF CLUB OF HOUSTON: This club offers public and members-only golf courses. It is located in Fall Creek, which was named one of Best Golf Course Communities in Houston.
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TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: The city is zoned to top-ranking Humble ISD. The district has a "Recognized" rating from the Texas Education Agency.
The city also offers numerous outdoor activity venues, such as Schott, Hirsch, and Timberwood Park. Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center is a popular destination in the area for nature-centric events.
Southbelt / Ellington
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Southbelt / Ellington | $260,000 | $82,000 | 51% |
Southbelt / Ellington is a historic neighborhood near Downtown Houston. It is also near various business and entertainment centers.
Southbelt / Ellington is popular due to its:
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TOP-RANKED SCHOOLS: Southbelt / Ellington is zoned to the Clear Creek Independent School District. It is home to some of the top schools in Houston. This includes North Pointe Elementary, Clear Lake Intermediate, and Westbrook Intermediate.
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ACCESSIBILITY: Residents living in this neighborhood can enjoy easy access to some of the major hotspots in Houston. Interstate 45, Beltway 8, and Texas State Highway 3 run along Southbelt.
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NEARBY BUSINESS CENTERS: This community is also near major business centers. Some of the top employers near the area are NuGen Automation and Midwest Steel Co., Inc.
Southbelt / Ellington is also home to many parks and trails. Southbelt Hike & Bike Trail and Clear Brook City Park are some of its notable parks.
Northwest Houston
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Northwest Houston | $269,900 | $83,000 | 50% |
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.
$150,000 to $250,000: Cost of Luxury Homes
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| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Cottage Grove | $479,950 | $151,000 | 47% |
| Cypress South | $450,000 | $153,000 | 65% |
| Memorial West | $480,000 | $157,000 | -4% |
| Washington East/Sabine | $500,000 | $157,000 | 48% |
| Rosharon | $536,930 | $159,000 | N/A |
| Katy Southwest | $495,198 | $161,000 | 62% |
| Fort Bend Southeast | $557,536 | $164,000 | 108% |
| Rice Military/Washington Corridor | $531,900 | $164,000 | 26% |
| Briargrove Park/Walnutbend | $549,500 | $167,000 | 62% |
| The Woodlands | $567,000 | $171,000 | 71% |
| Heights/Greater Heights | $610,000 | $187,000 | 60% |
| Timbergrove/Lazybrook | $627,680 | $196,000 | 78% |
| Briar Hollow | $545,000 | $204,000 | 3% |
| Garden Oaks | $700,000 | $210,000 | 77% |
| Montrose | $720,000 | $219,000 | 39% |
| Westchase Area | $699,000 | $226,000 | 6% |
Cottage Grove
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Cottage Grove | $479,950 | $151,000 | 47% |
Located just south of The Heights, Cottage Grove is one of the Best Houston Neighborhoods in Land Value Appreciation. This neighborhood offers exclusive gated communities, top schools, and multiple outdoor activity hubs.
Cottage Grove is popular thanks to its:
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LUXURY COMMUNITIES: The neighborhood’s reemergence brought luxury development like Larkin at Cottage Grove, Patterson Heights, Reserve on Kansas, and Reserve at Washington. These exclusive gated communities offer new construction homes, luxury amenities, and secure access.
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TOP SCHOOLS: Lamar High School, an IB World School and one of Houston’s Best Schools, serves a portion of Cottage Grove. Hogg Middle School, serving the IB Middle Years Programme, is also zoned to the neighborhood.
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITY HUBS: Memorial Park, Houston’s largest urban park, is minutes away from Cottage Grove. Residents have plenty of outdoor activity options: Memorial Park Golf Course, miles of multi-use trails, picnic areas, tennis courts, and other facilities.
Residents have plenty of restaurants, bars, cafes, lounges, and retail centers nearby. Cottage Grove is located near the Heights and Rice Military, both of which offer great entertainment options.
Cypress South
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Cypress South | $450,000 | $153,000 | 65% |
Cypress South is one of Texas’ older neighborhoods and is located 22 miles southwest of Downtown Houston. It features several master-planned communities, such as Ponderosa Forest, also known as the "River Oaks of North Houston."
Cypress South is popular for its:
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GREAT LOCATION: Cypress South is near Interstate 45, making it an easy drive to key Houston areas. A bus line also runs along FM 1960, making for an easy commute to the downtown area and ExxonMobil Campus.
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NEARBY AMENITIES: The Northgate Forest Country Club nearby rivals some of the Best Golf Course Communities in Houston. Other golf courses and shopping centers of The Woodlands are a short drive away as well.
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EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: Cypress South is zoned to some of Houston’s Best Schools and school districts. It is near the award-winning Spring, Cypress-Fairbanks, Aldine, and Klein Independent School Districts.
With a healthy mix of high-end luxury homes and more affordable options, Cypress South rivals Houston’s Best Suburbs.
Memorial West
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Memorial West | $480,000 | $157,000 | -4% |
Over two dozen zones make up the entirety of Memorial West. The properties in each zone attract people to live in Memorial, Houston.
Memorial West homes appeal to people looking for:
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HIGH-RATED COMMUNITIES: The homes in Memorial West are popular. People can choose to live in areas like Westchester and Talia Trails.
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SHORT COMMUTE TIMES: Residents can ride in freeways to reach many city hubs. The area is near districts like Energy Corridor and the Galleria.
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TOP SCHOOLS: Memorial West is zoned to several independent school districts. These districts have some of the best schools in Houston.
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PROFITABLE HOMES: Memorial West has expensive properties. Land value is high and attracts investors to its real estate market.
Residents of Memorial West enjoy different nearby leisure spots. These spots include malls like Town & Country Village.
Over $250,000: Most Expensive Areas
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| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Tiki Island | $837,500 | $255,000 | 113% |
| Rice / Museum District | $865,000 | $260,000 | 28% |
| River Oaks Shopping Area | $905,000 | $271,000 | 43% |
| Briargrove | $908,750 | $277,000 | 30% |
| Royden Oaks/Afton Oaks | $985,000 | $298,000 | 42% |
| Bellaire Area | $1,040,000 | $311,000 | 24% |
| Upper Kirby | $1,100,000 | $333,000 | 45% |
| Braeswood Place | $1,163,750 | $350,000 | 66% |
| Highland Village / Midlane | $1,295,000 | $390,000 | 69% |
| West University/Southside Area | $1,595,000 | $470,000 | 61% |
| Memorial Park | $1,650,000 | $509,000 | 21% |
| Tanglewood Area | $1,687,500 | $511,000 | 30% |
| Memorial Villages | $1,760,000 | $521,000 | 39% |
| Memorial Close In | $1,907,500 | $590,000 | 74% |
| Rivercrest | $2,450,000 | $750,000 | -58% |
| River Oaks Area | $2,594,250 | $785,000 | 64% |
Rice / Museum District
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Rice / Museum District | $865,000 | $260,000 | 28% |
Vibrant and highly accessible, the Museum District is one of Houston’s premier cultural and art centers. It is located just north of the Texas Medical Center.
The district’s appeal stems from several factors, including:
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CULTURE AND ARTS CENTERS: True to its name, the Museum District is home to 19 culture, arts, and scientific institutions. It has the second largest number of museums in a contiguous area in the US.
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ACCESSIBLE LOCATION AND EASY COMMUTE: The district is nestled between two major employment centers and allows easy access to I-45 and Highway 59. The METRORail Red Line has three stops within the Museum District.
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LUXURY CONDO LIVING: The Museum District has both established landmarks like the Warwick Towers and 1400 Hermann as well as newer condos like Oaks on Caroline and Museum Flats. Amenities may include private balconies, valet and concierge services, and reserved parking.
Aside from its lively arts and culture scene, the Museum District also offers a lot of outdoor entertainment and recreation options in Hermann Park. This includes the Houston Zoo, the Houston Garden Center, and a golf course.
River Oaks Shopping Area
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| River Oaks Shopping Area | $905,000 | $271,000 | 43% |
River Oaks Shopping Area is nestled between the luxurious neighborhood of River Oaks and the vibrant community of Montrose. Rice Military borders the north side, while Upper Kirby is on the southwest of the neighborhood.
The district is highly in-demand thanks to its:
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EXCELLENT LOCATION: Centrally located within the Inner Loop, River Oaks Shopping Area has easy access to all major job centers, including Downtown, Galleria, and The Medical Center. Along with the Highland Village, boutiques and restaurants in Westheimer and San Felipe are minutes away.
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SHOPPING, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT: With the River Oaks Shopping Center at its heart, the area boasts convenient access to retail shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The River Oaks Theater is one of the shopping center’s most defining markers.
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TOP-RANKED SCHOOLS: The neighborhood boasts access to River Oaks Elementary and premier private schools. It is zoned to IB World Schools, including Lanier Middle and Lamar High.
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PARKS & RECREATION Located in the heart of Buffalo Bayou, the River Oaks Shopping Area allows residents to enjoy the various hiking, walking, and bike trails in the vicinity. The River Oaks Country Club is approximately one mile away from the neighborhood.
River Oaks Shopping Area stands nearby major thoroughfares, including Katy Freeway (I-10), Loop 610, and Southwest Freeway (US 59).
Briargrove
| Area | Median Home Price | Salary Required* | 10 Year % |
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| Briargrove | $908,750 | $277,000 | 30% |
Briargrove is a deed-restricted community located about 12 miles from Downtown Houston. It is a tight-knit neighborhood known for its mid-to-large-sized lots.
Briargrove is famous due to its:
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SPACIOUS LOTS: Briargrove homes sit on mid-to-large-sized lots by Houston standards. The sizes range from 7,000 to 10,000 square feet. There are large wooded grounds and well-kept front/backyards in the neighborhood.
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GREAT LOCATION: Briargrove has the Galleria/Uptown area to the east. It has Tanglewood northeast. The Memorial Villages (Piney Point and Hunters Creek) are north of Briargrove. Other nearby communities include Lamar Terrace and Briarmeadow (Woodlake).
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TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: Briargrove is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD). T H Rogers School has 10 out of 10 great school ratings. Other nearby schools are Briargrove Elementary School and Tanglewood Middle. There are several notable private schools nearby as well.
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ACTIVE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION: Briargrove's HOA enforces the community's deed restrictions. They provide 24-hour security. The HOA is dedicated to preserving the neighborhood's atmosphere, look, and feel.
Briargrove is known for its ranch-style homes on large wooded lots. Briargrove has around 900 homes. Like nearby Memorial area communities, Briargrove features updated/remodeled houses. Newly constructed custom-built homes are available as well.
Sources, Methodology & Disclosures
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*Default median housing price values are from single-family homes. Neighborhoods with * are exceptions. Condos, townhomes, and single family homes are considered. This is due to the above-average number of condos/townhomes in these market areas.
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We used the following assumptions for calculating monthly PITI (principal, interest, taxes, and insurance) using data from https://www.mortgagecalculator.org/:
- 20% down payment
- 6.43% interest rate with a 30-year mortgage with no PMI
- The neighborhood tax rate, per HAR MLS data, per area
- A 20% average Texas Homestead discount (per HCAD.org, fbcad.org & https://mcad-tx.org)
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The neighborhood median HOA fee if applicable. This mostly applies to * communities where condos or townhomes are included like Downtown Houston.
- 0.5% annual insurance costs
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Annual home prices are based on HAR MLS reported sales for the prior year between January 1 and May 31. Starting on June 1, the current year HAR MLS sales data is used.
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For annual appreciation or depreciation salary requirement rates, we did not make any modifications based on the most recent tax reform act. We assumed taxes rates were constant in our calculations between monthly PITI costs and salary requirements.
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For “can comfortably afford” salary assumptions, we used that 28% of gross income could be used toward monthly PITI costs. Financial planners often say that 25-33% of income can be used toward monthly PITI payments. For qualification purposes, underwriters typically defer to their “back end” ratio which includes liabilities on credit reports. These include all revolving, installment, and mortgage liabilities. For this ratio, 36% is normally used in planning and around 43% is the maximum allowed.
- Reporters or news outlets, please contact Paige@HoustonProperties.com for an Excel export of every neighborhood’s associated data and calculations.
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Data is deemed accurate but is not guaranteed. Information is provided for informational purposes only.
The Best Houston Realtor to Sell Your Home
The Houston Properties Team has a well-defined structure based on the individual strengths of each member. Each member is a specialist in their role – which is why our homes sell faster and for more money than average.
Paige Martin, Broker Associate with Keller Williams Realty, and the Houston Properties Team are ranked amongst the top residential Realtors in the world.
They have been featured on TV and in dozens of publications including: The Wall Street Journal, Fortune Magazine, Reuters, Fox News in the Morning, Money Magazine, Houston Business Journal, Houstonia, and Houston Chronicle.
Paige Martin was just ranked as the #5 agent in the world with Keller Williams, and has completed over $1,000,000,000 in Houston residential real estate sales.
Recent awards include:
- 2021: America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents
- 2021: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal
- 2021: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice
- 2021: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal
- 2021: #1 Real Estate Team, Keller Williams Memorial
- 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal
- 2020: #6 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide
- 2020: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas (Top Keller Williams Realtor)
- 2020: #1 Real Estate Team, Keller Williams Memorial
- 2019: Top Residential Realtors in Houston, Houston Business Journal
- 2019: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2019: #5 Individual Agent, KW Worldwide
- 2019: #1 Individual Agent, KW Texas
- 2018: #5 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide
- 2018: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas
- 2018: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Houston
- 2018: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2018: Top 25 Residential Realtor in Houston, Houston Business Journal
- 2018: Texas’ Most Influential Realtors
- 2017: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas
- 2017: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Houston
- 2017: #10 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide
- 2017: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2017: Top 25 Residential Realtor in Houston, Houston Business Journal
- 2017: Texas’ Most Influential Realtors
- 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas
- 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Houston
- 2016: #20 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide
- 2016: Texas’ Most Influential Realtors
- 2016: Top 25 Residential Realtor in Houston, HBJ
- 2016: Five Star Realtor, Featured in Texas Monthly
- 2016: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2015: #9 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, United States
- 2015: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas
- 2015: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Houston
- 2015: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2015: Top 25 Residential Realtor in Houston, HBJ
- 2015: Five Star Realtor, Texas Monthly Magazine
- 2014: America’s Best Real Estate Agents, RealTrends.com
- 2014: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams Memorial
. . . in addition to over 318 additional awards.
Paige also serves a variety of non-profits, civic and community boards and was appointed by Houston’s Mayor to be on the downtown TIRZ board.
Benefits Of Working With The Houston Properties Team
Our Team, composed of distinguished and competent Houston luxury realtors, has a well-defined structure based on the individual strengths of each member.
We find team approach as the most effective way to sell homes. We have dedicated people doing staging, marketing, social media, open houses and showings. Each Houston Properties Team member is a specialist in their role – which is why our homes sell faster and for more money than average.
The benefits of working with a team include:
- ability to be in two or three places at one time: a member can handle showings, while another answer calls
- collective time and experience of members
- targeted advise and marketing of agent expert in your area
- competitive advantage by simply having more resources, ideas, and more perspectives
- a “Checks and Balances” system. Selling and buying a home in Houston is an intensely complex process
- more people addressing field calls and questions from buyers and agents to facilitate a faster successful sale
- efficient multi-tasking: One agent takes care of inspections and/or repair work, while another agent is focused on administrative details
- multiple marketing channels using members’ networks
- constant attention: guaranteed focus on your home and your transaction
- lower risk for mistakes. Multiple moving parts increase oversights. A team approach handles these “parts” separately
- flexibility in negotiation and marketing
- better management of document flow
- increased foot traffic through more timely and effective showing schedule coordination; and
- increased Sphere of Influence and exposure to more potential buyers.
To meet all the award-winning members of The Houston Properties Team, please go here.
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