Midtown
Loads of local shopping
Shopping opportunities abound in Midtown, often in the form of locally owned businesses. Al’s Handmade Boots is a neighborhood staple. Alvaro “Al” Rivera, a fifth-generation bootmaker, handcrafts boots and other custom leather products in his shop on Fannin Street. Those with a green thumb can pop into The Flora Culture. With the expert staff guidance and a wide assortment of plants, this shop has been helping beautify Midtown since 2019. Music fans flock to Sig’s Lagoon to peruse sheaves of vintage records and other collectibles. For groceries and other more pedestrian needs, residents head to Randalls, conveniently located in the heart of Midtown.
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Restaurants from upscale to dives
When cooking at home isn’t on the agenda, Midtown residents on average live within a 5-minute walk of eight restaurants, bars or coffee shops. Locals love to start their day at The Breakfast Klub, whose owners claim that the intentional misspelling helps customers remember the name. When plans call for more upscale dining, Brennan’s is a Houston institution that has been serving New Orleans-inspired Creole cuisine for brunch, lunch and dinner since 1967. When it’s time for happy hour or a night on the town, Axelrad Beer Garden is a favorite watering hole. It features 25 craft beers on tap, a lineup that changes nightly, along with a full bar and signature cocktails. There is nightly entertainment on the outdoor patio, from movies to comedians to live music, and local food trucks make regular appearances.
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Housing variety is the spice of life in Midtown
Homebuyers here will find condominiums, townhouses and detached single-family homes throughout Midtown. The median home price in the neighborhood is approximately $381,000, and the average price per square foot is $244. Condo prices can range from $110,000 for a one-bathroom studio unit up to $2.5 million for a two-bedroom/three-bathroom rooftop space above a hotel that includes access to all hotel amenities. Alternatively, townhouses can go from $270,000 for a two-bedroom/two-bathroom up to $565,000 for a two-bedroom/three-bath. Buyers seeking single-family homes will find everything from cozy bungalows to spacious Craftsman-styles to sleek contemporaries. A three-bedroom/two-bathroom bungalow can sell for around $310,000; prices can go up to $1.2 million for a three-bedroom/four-bathroom Craftsman-style home.
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Out and about in Midtown
Before the neighborhood was called Midtown, it was part of Houston’s historic Fourth Ward, populated by newly freed slaves in the mid-19th century. Several cultural sites celebrate the importance of that past. The Ensemble Theatre, founded in 1976, is home to the largest Black theater company in the United States. Recent shows have included "A Motown Christmas,” “Chicken & Biscuits” and “Pullman Porter Blues.” Midtown is also the site of the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum, showcasing the history of Black soldiers from the Civil War to the present through exhibits, speakers and live reenactments. Another cultural touchpoint: the 20 murals adorning walls throughout the neighborhood. These range from intricately patterned mosaics to playful takes on Houston’s place in American history. Eleanor Tinsley Park on the neighborhood’s northern edge offers unobstructed views of the Houston skyline, as well as vast open space with jogging and biking paths. Picnic tables allow for al fresco dining, and the park hosts several annual festivals, including Houston’s famous Fourth of July fireworks. Midtown Park is a true urban park: a centrally located green space with climbing structures for kids, tables for enjoying lunch outdoors and an enclosed dog park.
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Houston ISD schools
Midtown is served by the Houston Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of B from Niche. Students can attend Gregory-Lincoln Education Center for first through eighth grades and Carnegie Vanguard High School for ninth through 12th. Gregory-Lincoln earns a C-plus from Niche, and Carnegie Vanguard earns an A-plus. Private schools in the area include St. John’s School, which Niche gives an A-plus and names the best private school in Houston.
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Getting around and out of Midtown
Commuters appreciate Midtown’s proximity to major thoroughfares, including Interstates 69 and 45. Downtown Houston is 2 miles away, and George Bush Intercontinental Airport is just over 20 miles to the north. Beachgoers appreciate that Galveston Island is less than 60 miles to the east. For those who prefer to let someone else drive, the METRORail Red Line and several METRO bus stops connect to the rest of the city.
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Andrew Spencer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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James Krueger
James Krueger
Responds QuicklyCorcoran Prestige Realty
(888) 908-2856
275 Total Sales
10 in Midtown
$272K - $554K Price Range
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Bet Jennings
Bet Jennings
Greenwood King Properties - Voss Office
(346) 299-9555
67 Total Sales
1 in Midtown
$332,000 Price
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Vincent Biondillo
Vincent Biondillo
Norhill Realty
(713) 987-3675
45 Total Sales
1 in Midtown
$314,900 Price
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Lisa Marie Sanders
Lisa Marie Sanders
Living Vogue Real Estate
(346) 701-5126
77 Total Sales
1 in Midtown
$365,000 Price
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Chris Domangue
Chris Domangue
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty - The Woodlands
(832) 648-4653
171 Total Sales
2 in Midtown
$399K - $730K Price Range
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Jen Tran
Jen Tran
Keller Williams Memorial
(832) 299-1901
105 Total Sales
1 in Midtown
$420,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Elizabeth Glover Park
- Dog Park
Barbara Fish Daniel Nature Play Area
- Picnic Area
- Skateboard
- Trails
Elizabeth Baldwin Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Trails
West Webster Street Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Playground
Bagby Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Events
Midtown Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Houston International Promenade
Wiley Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Jane Gregory Garden
Transit
Airport
William P Hobby
24 min drive
Subway
Wheeler
Subway
Ensemble/Hcc
Subway
Mcgowen
Bus
Holman St & Travis St
Bus
Gray St & Austin St
Bus
W Dallas St & Valentine St
Bus
Main St & Wheeler Station
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Midtown | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 10 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10 | 4 |
| Larceny | 10 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Midtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown, Houston sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Midtown, Houston over the last 12 months is $487,500, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Sale Price
$487,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$352,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$418,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$920,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
109
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$409
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,512
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,025
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,909
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,521
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
960
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
540
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
20,550
Median Age
35
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,023
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,162
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
72.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.6%
% Population in Labor Force
82.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
82
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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