Southside Place Real Estate Guide

Southside Place homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Nicknamed “The City of Tallows” for its Chinese Tallow trees, Southside Place spans a 10-block area south of West University Place and east of Bellaire.

Southside Place homes are popular thanks to their:

• ACCESSIBILITY: Southside place offers easy access to major roads and thoroughfares, including Loop 610, Bellaire Boulevard, and Bissonnet Road. In addition, Holcombe Boulevard, University Boulevard, and Buffalo Speedway are all minutes away from the neighborhood.

• EXCLUSIVITY: In 2016, Forbes added Southside Place to its list of the “Most Expensive Suburbs Surrounding Major U.S. Cities.” The median sales price is at over $1,000,000. See Income Needed To Live In Houston’s Top Neighborhoods.

• PROXIMITY TO MED CENTER: One of Houston’s major employment hubs, the Texas Medical Center is a couple of miles away from the city. The district has more than 50 medical-related institutions, schools, hospitals and clinics with more than 100,000 employees and volunteers.

• GREAT COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE: The small city spans ten blocks of picturesque tree-lined streets. The close-knit community holds annual block parties, holiday parties, and other events.

• RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT NEARBY: Braes Heights Shopping Center, a two-story Mid-Century modern along Bellaire Boulevard, is a retail and dining hub in Southside Place. Fire Truck Park, on the other hand, features two tennis courts, a swimming pool, a clubhouse and pavillion, and sports facilities.

• GREAT SCHOOLS: Top ranked schools like West University Elementary, Twain Elementary, and Pershing Middle School all serve the community. Two of Houston’s best public high schools are zoned to Southside Place homes: Lamar High and Bellaire High.

• REAL ESTATE APPRECIATION: Southside Place homes posted great real estate and land value appreciation (with West U) numbers in the last decade. New construction homes and vintage bungalows from the 1930s and 40s in the area fetch price tags rivalling homes in nearby West U, Southampton Place, and Boulevard Oaks.

Southside Place real estate may be challenging to navigate due to older homes (some may need extensive renovations). Different new home developers (some have quality track records, while others do not) and different school zoning in the neighborhood may also pose a challenge to homebuyers.

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

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Table of Contents

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

Southside Place Home Sale Trends

Spanning ten blocks within the Inner Loop, Southside Place is an affluent independent city. It features some of the most expensive real estate in Houston.

Southside Place is popular due to its:

• EXCLUSIVITY: Forbes featured Southside Place in its list of the “Most Expensive Suburbs Surrounding Major U.S. Cities.” The median sales price is upwards of $1,000,000. (See Income Needed To Live In Houston’s Top Neighborhoods).

• INDEPENDENT CITY: The City of Southside Place operates a council-manager form of government. The city has its own police and fire departments.

• PROXIMITY TO RETAIL HUBS: Southside Place has Braes Heights Shopping Center. It is a two-story Mid-Century modern mall along Bellaire Boulevard. It has a variety of stores and restaurants. Rice Village, a 16-block shopping district, is also nearby.

Southside Place homes posted great real estate and land value appreciation (with West U) in the past decade. Recent construction luxury homes and vintage bungalows in the neighborhood have price tags comparable to homes in nearby West U, Southampton Place, and Boulevard Oaks.

Southside Place Best Realtor Insights

One of the Hottest Inner Loop Neighborhoods, Southside Place is a small independent city. It spans around ten blocks south of West University.

• In 2016, Forbes included Southside Place in its list of the "Most Expensive Suburbs Surrounding Major U.S. Cities." The median sales price is above $1,000,000.

• One of Houston's major employment hubs, the Texas Medical Center, is a few miles from the city. The district has more than 50 medical-related institutions, schools, hospitals, and clinics. It has more than 100,000 employees and volunteers.

• The City of Southside Place operates a council-manager form of government and its own police and fire departments.

• The small city spans ten blocks of picturesque tree-lined streets. The close-knit community holds annual block parties, holiday parties, and other events.

• Braes Heights Shopping Center, a two-story Mid-Century modern mall, sits along Bellaire Boulevard. It is a retail and dining hub in Southside Place. Fire Truck Park features two tennis courts, a swimming pool, a clubhouse and pavilion, and sports facilities.

• The neighborhood has West University to the north, Braeswood Place to the south, and Bellaire to the west.

• Top-ranked schools serve the community. Examples are West University Elementary, Twain Elementary, and Pershing Middle School. Houston's best public high schools are zoned to Southside Place homes: Lamar High and Bellaire High.

• Southside Place real estate posted great real estate and land value appreciation (with West U) in the past decade. New luxury homes and vintage bungalows from the 1930s-40s fetch price tags rivaling houses in nearby West U. Prices are also comparable to homes in Southampton Place and Boulevard Oaks.

• Homes in the area feature 3- to 4-bedroom homes. Sizes range from 1,500 to more than 6,500 square feet. Architectural styles tend to lean toward traditional designs. Contemporary styles are popular among the neighborhood's newer homes.

• Homes in the area sit on generous lots (mid- to large-sized by Houston standards). They range from 6,000 to around 18,000 square feet.
  Prices start at around $800,000. The neighborhood's new construction and bigger properties can fetch more than $2,000,000.

Southside Place Maps, Location & Zip Code

Southside Place Schools

Southside Place homes are zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).

Established in the 1920s, Houston ISD is the largest school district in the state. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) gave the district a "Met Standard" rating. HISD features several International Baccalaureate (IB) World schools. Examples are Lamar High School and Twain Elementary School.

Students zoned to Pershing Middle School may opt to attend Pin Oak, a National Blue Ribbon School.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary Schools

• West University Elementary School at 3756 University Blvd. Residents located north of Bellaire Boulevard are zoned to West University Elementary. The school serves kindergarten to 5th-grade students. It has a GreatSchools.org rating of 10/10.

• Mark Twain Elementary School at 7500 Braes Blvd. Residents located south of Bellaire Boulevard are zoned to the Mark Twain Elementary School. It is an International Baccalaureate World School. It offers a PYP (IB Primary Years Programme) and a Literary Development Magnet program.

Middle Schools

• Pershing Middle School at 3838 Blue Bonnet Blvd. Pershing is a Neighborhood Vanguard, and a Fine Arts Magnet school noted for its excellent 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. It also provides engineering, robotics, and music production concepts.

• Pin Oak Middle School at 4601 Glenmont St. Located near Bellaire, Pin Oak is an "application only" Foreign Language Magnet school. It offers Chinese, French, Italian, German, and Spanish classes. It was named a Higher Performing School by the Texas Business and Education Coalition. It was also recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School.

High Schools

• Lamar High School at 3325 Westheimer Rd. Home of the Lamar Texans, Lamar High School is located in Upper Kirby. It offers a business administration magnet program and advanced placement. It also provides IB Diploma Programme. Like its exemplary academic programs, Lamar also features great athletics programs.

• Bellaire High School at 5100 Maple St. Also an IB World School, Bellaire High offers advanced placement and IB Diploma programs. It is a magnet school for foreign languages. The school gives Arabic, Russian, Japanese, Hebrew, Italian, Latin, Chinese, and French classes.

Southside Place Private Schools

Southside Place has many private schools near Rice University and the Texas Medical Center. Listed below are some of them:

• St. Nicholas School Medical Center Campus at 1920 North Braeswood Blvd.

• St. Vincent de Paul School at 6800 Buffalo Speedway.

• Episcopal High School at 4650 Bissonnet St.

• St. Mark's Episcopal School at 3816 Bellaire Blvd.

• Beresford School at 2501 W Holcombe Blvd.

• Sheridan Montessori School at 2433 Sheridan Street

To find an updated listing of all Southside Place real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at PMartin@HoustonProperties.com with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Southside Place areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me.

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.

Southside Place Real Estate Market

Southside Place Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Southside Place is known for its upscale and vintage homes dating back to the 1930s and 40s. New construction homes (some with as many as six bedrooms) are common in the area. However, some of the neighborhood's original homes have already been updated.

Older Southside Place homes are typically smaller (2 to 3 bedrooms) than their newer counterparts. Most harken back to the late 1930s. They are a mix of bungalows and two-story homes with wood and brick exteriors.

These homes may sell at lot value, though they can still fetch upwards of $700,000. Updated homes can sell for higher prices.

On the flip side, recent or new construction homes in Southside Place often offer 4- to 5-bedroom floor plans. Luxury amenities and finishes are standard. They include ensuite baths, spacious living areas, and private swimming pools.

Home sizes typically range from 1,500 to more than 6,500 square feet. Lots are mid- to large-sized (by Houston standards), from 6,000 to around 18,000 square feet.

Architectural styles in Southside Place range from traditional designs to more modern/contemporary aesthetics.

Prices for Southside Place homes for sale start at around $800,000 and can go upwards of $2,000,000.

Southside Place Townhomes Sale Trends

There are no Southside Place townhomes, as most homes are detached single-family dwellings. Surrounding areas like the Medical Center and Museum District, however, do have townhomes available.

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Southside Place 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.

Southside Place Condo Sale Trends

There are no mid- or high-rise Southside Place condos for sale. However, plenty of units are available in surrounding areas like the Museum District and River Oaks. Condos in the Galleria/Uptown area and Downtown are also popular options.

River Oaks (77019):

• The Huntingdon

• Royalton At River Oaks

• One Montrose Place

• Renoir Lofts

• Gotham Lofts

Museum District (77004/77006):

• 2520 Robinhood

• IL Palazzo

• Warwick Towers

• 7575 Kirby

• The Mosaic

• Serento Houston

• 1400 Hermann

• 5000 Montrose

Downtown Houston (77002 / 77010):

• Commerce Towers

• Four Seasons Residence

• Bayou Lofts

• Franklin Lofts

• Hermann Lofts

• St Germain Lofts

• Rise Lofts

• The Edge

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the Museum District area, see Houston Museum District Condos.

Southside Place TX History

Developer Edlo L. Crain opened a small new home community called Southside Place in 1925. The community debuted with bungalows, a new swimming pool, and a park. Crain enhanced the development with Chinese Tallow trees and Radiant Red rose bushes.

The developer also engineered what was then considered modern advances into the streets of Southside Place. Examples are concrete curbs and sidewalks, and gravel streets.

Residents were attracted to Southside Place by its updated facilities and the park. The park served as a central gathering place for the residents - forming a community bond that still exists today.

Southside Place was incorporated in 1934, electing a mayor and five council members. Nowadays, the city has a council-manager form of government. It operates its own police and fire departments.

Fun Things To Do Near Southside Place

Credit to its Inner Loop location, Southside Place has easy access to the best Houston hotspots. Homes in the neighborhood are just a short drive from some of Houston's best retail hubs. Uptown Park, Highland Village Shopping Center, and River Oaks Shopping Center are prime examples. The Galleria, with its world-class retail and upscale dining options, is around 4 miles from the neighborhood.

For options closer to home, the city has Braes Heights Shopping Center. The 2-story Mid-Century modern strip mall features a variety of retail stores and casual dining spots. Nearby Rice Village, which spans around 16 blocks, is one of Houston's most popular shopping destinations. It has over 300 commercial establishments and retail stores. It also showcases an array of restaurants (with samplings of different cuisines) and retail stores.

The City of Southside Place also features a park and pool area (Fire Truck Park). It has a playground, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, basketball courts, a baseball field, and tennis courts.

Here are some of Southside Place's must-visit places:

Dining

• Fabio's Fresh Pasta
• Central Market Houston
• Tacos Tierra Caliente
• Phoenicia Specialty Foods
• Pat Greer's Kitchen
• New York Coffee Shop
• Common Bond Café & Bakery

Retail

• Braes Heights Shopping Center
• Southwest Freeway Retail Center
• South Main Shopping Center
• Shops at Three Corners
• Bellaire Boulevard Center
• West U Towne Center
• Rice Village
• The Galleria
• Highland Village Shopping Center
• Uptown Park
• River Oaks Shopping Center

Nightlife

• Monarch Restaurant & Lounge
• Grand Prize Bar
• Absinthe Brasserie
• Harp
• Revelry on Richmond
• Ruthie's Place
• Bar 5015
• Kaiser's Korner Pub
• The Alley Kat Bar & Lounge
• Bosta Wine and Coffee
• Mosaic Bar and Lounge

Run/Bike/Hike Trails

• Brays Bayou Park
• Russ Pitman Park
• Marvin Taylor Exercise Trail
• Houston Arboretum & Nature Center - 610 Entrance
• Hermann Park
• Japanese Garden
• Houston Zoo
• Miller Outdoor Theatre

Country Clubs and Golf Courses

• Hermann Park Golf Course
• Arty Fleckman Golf Inc
• River Oaks Country Club

Museums

• Museum of Natural Science
• Children's Museum
• Holocaust Museum
• Asia Society Texas Center
• Czech Center Museum
• African American Culture
• Center for Contemporary Craft
• Lawndale Art Center
• Museum of Fine Arts
• Contemporary Arts Museum
• Jung Center of Houston
• Rice Art Gallery

Best Southside Place Houston Realtor – Paige Martin

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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