Luxury Southampton Houston Homes For Sale
Southampton Place Houston is one of the 20 Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Houston and also among the 14 Hottest Inner Loop Neighborhoods in real estate appreciation.
Luxury Southampton real estate are within one of Houston’s wealthiest zip codes, 77005.
Southampton homes for sale remain popular among homebuyers due to:
- A canopy of mature oak trees lining the entire neighborhood, adding allure to the stately 1920’s era homes and new constructions.
- Great location right across Rice University and the many restaurants and shops nearby, as well as easy access to Texas Medical Center, Museum District, and Downtown Houston.
- An active civic community protecting the integrity and identity of the community through influencing Houston ordinances and enforcing deed restrictions.
Homes for sale in Southampton Place tend to sell fast and the inventory is often low.
Homebuyers benefit from the help of the best Southampton Houston realtor who knows how to navigate the neighborhood, its deed restrictions, and non-MLS inventory.
For questions, advice, Southmapton real estate recommendations, or off-market MLS listings, contact Paige Martin, head of the Houston Properties Team (and one of the top ranked Realtors in the city).
Southampton Houston Resources:
For more information on available luxury Southampton homes for sale call Paige Martin at 713-384-5177 or email [email protected]
Southampton Houston Neighborhood Guide
Southampton Place Houston is located in Harris county and is bordered by Rice Boulevard to the south, Bissonnet Street to the north, Greenbriar Drive to the west, and Ashby Street to the east.
The community’s central location is a huge influence to its rising property values. It is near enough the Southwest Freeway without the disadvantage of being too close to worry about noise and traffic. Land value of Southampton homes for sale has soared by 94% in the past decade.
The Southampton Civic Club (SHCC) preserves and protects the deed restrictions of the neighborhood.
The SHCC has also been active in the development of Houston ordinances such as off-street parking and residential permit parking. They were also instrumental in preserving the beautiful oaks lining the Southampton Place streets when the new water lines were installed under city streets in 1972.
Southampton Place exhibits a similar trend of restoring old houses like the neighboring homes for sale in Boulevard Oaks Houston.
The community’s deed restrictions only allow single-family homes in the area. The lack of businesses isn’t an inconvenience though as Southampton benefits from the many shops, restaurants, and commercial establishments around Rice University.
Fun Things To Do In Southampton Houston
Southampton Place deed restrictions prohibits construction of commercial or business establishments.
Fleming Park at Dunstan and Kent houses two full tennis courts, a playground, and a pavilion where various community activities take place. The well-kept asphalt streets and bike lanes are a favorite for Houston inline skaters and cyclists.
Southampton Place Houston has a WalkScore of 82 of 100 making it one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Houston. Though there are few public transportation options in the area, it rarely is an issue as most errands can be accomplished on foot.
Sunrise Grocery, a convenience store that used to be a gas station, is a familiar view along Bissonnet. British Isles is just outside the neighborhood along Rice Boulevard and is a favorite for many Houston consumers craving for some English fare.
Mercantile, a part grocer and coffee bar is just a 10-minute walk from Southampton. It is currently one of the hottest coffee shops in the country according to Eater.com.
Daily commutes are made easy by the Memorial Hermann station of the METRORail Redline. There are also buses plying Shepherd Drive, Bissonnet Street, and Greenbriar Drive.
Other must-try places near Southampton Place include:
Dining
- Punk’s Simple Southern Food
- Antica Osteria
- Ruggles Cafe Bakery
- Cloud 10 Creamery
- Benjy’s
Nightlife
- Under the Volcano
- Simone on Sunset
- Kay’s Lounge
- The Ginger Man
- Baker St. Pub & Grill
Arts
- Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Museum of Fine Arts Houston
- Miller Outdoor Theatre
- Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
- The Menil Collection
Outdoors
- Rice Running Trail
- Hermann Park Trails
- Hermann Park Reflecting Pool
- Mecom Fountain
- Japanese Garden
Shops
- Esquivel & Fees Jewelry
- Murder by the Book
- Rice Village
- Leap
- Cactus Music
Southampton Houston Realtor – Paige Martin
As featured on Fox News in the Morning, the 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 amongst the very top Keller Williams agents in the Houston area.
Paige is ranked as one of the top realtors in Southampton, Houston, and the state of Texas. Read more about the over 65 awards she’s won in the last few years.
Paige works with a tremendous number of buyers and sellers in Southampton.
For a specific recommendation of neighborhoods, homes or properties based upon your personal style, goals & price point, please contact Paige Martin, head of the Houston Properties Team & Broker Associate at [email protected] or 713-384-5177.
