$187,514Average Value$144Average Price per Sq Ft68Homes For Sale
East Houston is getting a fresh look
East Houston has been a contributing player in helping the city rank top in the nation for new home construction. The new builds popping up all over the area, coupled with notably lower prices and proximity to downtown are the biggest drivers behind why East Houston is gaining appeal. “It’s becoming such a cute little space and there’s so much interest there. That area is popular among our first-time home buyers,” says LaTisha Grant, a broker with TAS Realty, who has been selling homes in East Houston for four years. “You can get your foot in the door for $180,000 for new construction. It’s hundreds of thousands of dollars cheaper than downtown. You would need $400,000 to get your foot in the door downtown.”
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East Houston offers lower prices
In addition to the crop of newly constructed homes built in traditional and more modern styles, the area offers a wealth of brick and clapboard ranch homes built in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Residential streets are marked by sidewalks, shade trees, and roomy lots with grassy front yards.
The average asking price hovers in the low-$200,000s. A vintage three-bedroom, one-bath ranch could be found for $150,000, while a three-bedroom, two-bath new build may cost around $250,000. “It’s a strong market there. Things are going under contract within days,” Grant says. “It’s popular because of the prices and proximity to downtown. It’s a lot cheaper to live in the east corridor of Houston than in other places that are just as close to downtown.”
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Mesa Drive and Tidwell Road serve as the commercial hub
Neighborhood residents often commute 10 miles to downtown Houston or to nearby neighborhoods for shopping and dining, but East Houston offers a smattering of options as well, mostly along the main thoroughfares of Mesa Drive and Tidwell Road. “The area is a mix between a suburban and small-town feel,” Grant says.
Shopping for groceries and other essentials can be easily handled at Fiesta Mart and the locally owned Jack’s Food Store is open 24/7 to fuel up on gas or grab a snack. For dining out, there are some familiar chains, such as Jack in the Box and Little Caesars to snag a quick bite. Taqueria Las Aquilas is known as the go-to spot for street tacos and locals rave about the shaved-ice snow cones at La Morenita.
An aerial view showcases the vibrant shopping plazas of East Houston.
Grocery stores in East Houston are community hubs, providing essential goods for residents.
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Houston Independent School District schools
Public school students may attend Hilliard Elementary, Forest Brook Middle and North Forest High. Part of the Houston Independent School District, the elementary and middle schools score C-minus Niche grades, while the high school earns a C. The high school offers a career-readiness program that allows students to earn certifications in the areas of agriculture, transportation, public safety and information technology.
East Houston offers a range of educational opportunities with its schools.
East Houston offers a range of educational opportunities with its schools.
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Enjoy the outdoors at Hobart Taylor Park
At Hobart Taylor Park, on Kenton Street, locals can shoot some hoops, watch their kids tire themselves out on the playground or cool off in the pool during the summer months. Lake Forest Park, on Las Cruces Circle, offers a lake for fishing and paved trails that are popular among walkers and bikers alike. And Brock Adventure Park, on John Ralston Road, features an 18-hole disc golf course.
Hobart Taylor Park, with its swimming pool, is a cherished Settegast gem.
Hobart Taylor Park: A place to relax, play, and connect.
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Aerial perspective reveals East Houston's convenient location near downtown.
Hop on Interstate 10 to get to downtown attractions
While East Houston locals relish their suburban lifestyle, it’s widely considered a benefit to be so close to downtown. The area is largely car-dependent but hopping on Interstate 10 West just outside of the neighborhood makes for an easy trip to downtown entertainment hubs. Popular options include catching at a musical at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts or petting and feeding the stingrays at the Downtown Aquarium.
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Parks in this Area
Lake Forest Park
Lake
Playground
Scenic Woods Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Rosewood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Brock Adventure Park
Groveland Terrace Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Hobart Taylor Park
Pool
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
George Bush Intcntl/Houston
22 min drive
Bus
N Wayside Dr & Lynette
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N Wayside Dr & Oak Knoll Ln
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N Wayside Dr & Talton
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Attwater & Mesa Dr
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E Houston Rd & Dockal Rd
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Mesa Dr & Lakewood St
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Mesa Dr & Palo Blanco Rd
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.062 Reviews
2.0Niche User
8/3/2015Niche Review
I LIVE IN A FOOD DESERT THE CLOSET STORE IN ALL THE ARE IS FIESTA. NOT MANY RESTAURANTS JUST ALOT OF FAST FOOD PLACES. NOT MANY RETAIL STORES MORE CORNER STORES AND CAR WASHES THAN ANYTHING.
4.0Current Resident
11/30/2020Niche Review
very easy and close to downtown so easy to deal with traffic and there's always a great food places to try out over here.
3.0Niche User
8/11/2015Niche Review
most of the small, necesary stuff we need is available in nearby stores
4.0Niche User
7/27/2015Niche Review
It's a calm neighborhood, not that much crime going on and we all watch out for each other.
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East Houston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Houston, Houston sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Houston, Houston over the last 12 months is $199,450, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
22,381
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,456
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,204
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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