University Area Real Estate Guide

University Area homes for sale & insider real estate guide

University Area Real Estate Guide

The University Area is in a prime location near the Museum District and West University. Nestled inside the Inner Loop, the area presents a mix of an urban and suburban feel to its residents.

The University Area is well-known for its:

Buying or selling real estate in the University Area can be tricky for several reasons. Due to its popularity, the community can be challenging to navigate.

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

“Brad and Laura were amazing and exceeded my expectations. They helped me and my family selling our old home and buying a new one. They were both very professional, knowledgeable and respectful of my time and my family. I have 2 teenagers and a dog that can make anyone's job challenging but they were able to accommodate to our schedule and always seem calm and confident that everything was going to be ok. A process that could have been stressful was actually a pleasure. From the staging and pictures to the day we sold our house everything was great and the house sold really quick at a very good price. Brad was always a call away and was very responsive to any question we might have; excellent communication and customer service skills. Brad was with us every step of the way and did not miss anything for the house we sold and the house we bought; he recommended a very good inspector who was able to find some issues with our new house that the builder was able to fix before we signed on the contract to buy our new house; Brad also went to the final walk through with me and helped me checking the house one last time since my husband was not going to be able to go. Everything from day one was first class with Brad and Laura. I would recommend them as realtors to anyone I know. We hope to stay in this new house for a while but I will definitely contact them the next time I sell and/or buy a new house!” - Paula Sutton (Google Review)

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University Area Homes For Sale

$113,000
3 Beds, 1 Bath
6802 Tierwester Street
$584,500
3 Beds, 3 Baths
2105 Mcgowen Street
$185,000
2 Beds, 1 Bath
5741 Burwell Street
$354,900
3 Beds, 2 Baths
4337 Faulkner Street
$245,000
3 Beds, 2 Baths
2233 Collier Street
$299,900
4 Beds, 2 Baths
5006 Idaho Street

University Area Homes For Rent

$2,650
3 Beds, 3 Baths
2614 Bastrop Street
$1,500
3 Beds, 2 Baths
3846 Lydia Street
$2,700
3 Beds, 2 Baths
6826 Liverpool Street
$3,399
3 Beds, 2 Baths
2416 Truxillo Street
$2,500
3 Beds, 2 Baths
2923 Truxillo Street
$1,500
3 Beds, 1 Bath
3830 Arbor Street

Table of Contents

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

University Area Home Sale Trends

University Area Real Estate Trends

One of Houston’s most popular neighborhoods, University Area features an ideal location and good amenities. It is situated southeast of Midtown and just minutes away from Downtown.

University Area remains popular due to its:

University Area has a healthy mix of high-end luxury and affordable homes. Common architectural styles are modern and traditional.


University Area Best Realtor Insights

One of Houston’s most popular neighborhoods, the University Area features a central location with excellent accessibility.


University Area Maps, Location & Zip Code

University Area Map

Commute Time University Area
Downtown (min) 10
Med Ctr (min) 10
Energy Corridor (min) 25
Galleria (min) 15

Map of University Area

Highlights University Area
Amenities University Area offers a lot of outdoor entertainment and recreation options. Residents enjoy direct access to parks, playgrounds, and golf courses. Picnic areas and gardens are also available within the park.

The neighborhood boasts numerous dining, retail, and entertainment nearby due to its great location.
Golf Courses - Hermann Park Golf Course
- Gus Wortham Golf Course
Run / Bike Trails - Mills Bennett Park
- Parkwood Park
- Zurrie Malone Park
- Peggy Park
- Emancipation Park
- Baldwin Park
- Brays Bayou Park
- Heights Hike and Bike Trail East Trailhead
- Marvin Taylor Exercise Trail
- White Oak Bayou Greenway
Nearby Retail / Dining - Rainbow Shops
- Marshalls & HomeGoods
- Options
- Citi Trends
- Kroger
- Randalls
- Houston This Is It Soul Food
- Huncho's
- Frenchys Chicken
- Wingstop
- Houston Breakfast Kitchen
- Zydeco Louisiana Diner
- Rays Real Pit BBQ Shack
- The Den
- Molly's Pub
- Front Porch Pub
- The Brass Tap
- The Phoenix on Westheimer
Major Employers - Chevron
- HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
- Texas Medical Center
- Walmart
- Memorial Hermann Health System
- H-E-B
- McDonald's Corp
- Kroger.
- United Airlines

University Area Schools

Top Elementary Schools Great Schools Ranking
Brookline Elem 8

University Area homes are zoned to the award-winning Houston Independent School District.

Students in the area may attend blue-ribbon schools and award-winning Universities. The list includes Brookline Elementary School, Texas Southern University, and the University of Houston. They are listed among some of Houston’s Best Schools.

*Note: For a more detailed guide to schools zoned to University Area homes, check our Houston’s Best Schools OR email me at [email protected].


Elementary School



University


The University of Houston offers internationally recognized faculty in 16 academic colleges.

Listed below are the Colleges for the Undergraduate Degrees offered by Texas Southern University.


University Area Real Estate Market

University Area Single-Family Home Sale Trends


University Area features a central location with excellent accessibility. Thus single-family homes became a popular option for most residents.

University Area has a healthy mix of high-end luxury and affordable homes. It has 2 to 5 bedrooms, and the usual architectural styles are modern, contemporary, and traditional.

Single-family homes have sprawling lots ranging from 2,000 to 235,000 sq. ft. Real estate prices range from $40,000 to $2,000,000.


University Area Townhome Sales Trends


Many developers have purchased lots within and around University Area. They began constructing new townhomes to cater to the emerging population.

University Area is nearby the Museum District and West University. Due to its excellent location, the area offers several townhome options for residents. Since the neighborhood is within the inner loop, residents can explore Houston's Inner Loop Townhomes.

Some of the hottest nearby townhomes include:


University Area Condo Sale Trends


Due to its excellent location, University Area boasts several condos around the neighborhood. Residents can explore condos within the Inner Loop Houston Condos and Galleria Houston Condos.

The hottest condos nearby University Area includes:


University Area TX History


University Area Map

University Area is within the famous Houston Inner Loop. Loop 610, known as the Inner Loop, marks the border between the inner City of Houston and its surrounding areas.

During World War II in the 1940s, formal plans to build a highway around Houston occurred. The loop was intended as a "Defense Loop" to facilitate the movement of troops and materials around the City.

Interstate 610 construction did not start until the 1950s. It is due to limited resources caused by the emerging war. The completion of Interstate 610 is during the year 1973.

Most of Houston's wealth is around the Inner Loop. It has several of Houston’s major employment centers, and 26 colleges and universities. The nation’s largest medical center is nearby. Galleria and other art-related centers are also accessible.

University Area is known to describe the excellent location of this neighborhood.


Fun Things To Do Near University Area


Map of University Area

University Area offers a lot of outdoor entertainment and recreation options. Residents enjoy direct access to parks, playgrounds, and golf courses. Picnic areas and gardens are also available within the park.

The neighborhood boasts numerous dining, retail, and entertainment nearby due to its great location.

Golf Courses
Parks and Garden
Bike and Hike Trail System
Retail
Restaurants
Entertainment and Nightlife

Best University Area 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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