MacGregor
Neighborhood Reviews
Touring Riverside Terrace
MacGregor’s Riverside Terrace is a tour through history with its unfolding midcentury modern mansions following the Brays Bayou. The area was originally developed in the ‘20s for new money families who’d earned their status through oil. This section and other residential areas of MacGregor, including Timbercrest and University Oaks, still maintain their residential character. In other areas, new and old come together, with weedy lots sitting next to modern condos. Most roads have more home styles than one could name all mixed in. Property prices are rising toward the millions in MacGregor, but it’s still possible to find a modest two-bedroom house, condo or plot of land from the $200,000s to the $300,000s. A four-bedroom fully-renovated Craftsman with a garage apartment could sell for around $630,000; a brick Tudor Revival built in the ‘30s on MacGregor's western side, near Medical Center Area, for around $900,000; and an elegant ranch-style overflowing with ivy near the bayou trail for over $1 million. With MacGregor being situated along the bayou which is prone to flooding, homebuyers might consider additional insurance.
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Meeting up at Turkey Leg Hut
Aside from being known for its creativity and location, MacGregor is also home to Texas Southern University (TSU). Taking a mile walk over the bayou past homes in Riverside Terrace, a traveler would find themselves at TSU before coming to Houston This Is It Soul Food. Black owned since 1959, this warm place is a community staple, drawing in visitors from near and far. Another popular local eatery is the Cajun-inspired Turkey Leg Hut on Almeda Road. The restaurants signature dish is unsurprisingly the creole-seasoned turkey leg that practically falls off the bone. Though comfort food is easy to find, Retail is slim, but Rice Village's 16 blocks of shops and eateries all within walking distance is just over 6 miles west. For grocery needs, there's an H-E-B off South Freeway.
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Renewing McGregor Park
Houston’s vision for its parks system is to create an equitable, pedestrian friendly web of green spaces, and McGregor Park is just one recreational hub that’s reaping the benefits. Currently, it’s undergoing a renovation to the tune of 54 million, which is going toward upgrading its existing tennis areas, ballfields and pool while also expanding the Bayou Greenway Trails. But that’s only half of it. The city’s also building an amphitheater for outdoor entertainment and renovating the park’s plaza and playgrounds. A notable feature of the McGregor Park is its bronze statue of Martin Luther King Jr., which was erected in 2014 near a live oak tree and namesake boulevard that also memorializes him.
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Third Ward's electric shuttle
The Third Ward free electric shuttle service connects locals to employment, medical care and everyday essentials. The purple line of the Houston Light Rail cuts right through alongside MacGregor Park, offering more commuter options. William P Hobby is around 9 miles south when neighbors need to catch a flight.Starting out at Lockhart Elementary School
Public school options in MacGregor are through the Houston Independent School District. A familiar pathway is Lockhart Elementary School, Cullen Middle School and Yates High School. The elementary and high schools both earn C ratings from Niche while the middle school scores a C minus. Yates High has two magnet programs: one for communications, and the other for maritime logistics. Brown says some parents opt for private education, sending their kids to St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church, which is located in the neighborhood on Rosedale Street.Visiting Third Ward Cultural Arts District
The Third Ward Cultural Arts District exists to honor the neighborhood’s Black heritage. An anchor of the district is the Trinity United Methodist Church, founded in 1848 as a house of worship for formerly enslaved people. In 2022, the church opened the Trinity Preparatory Academy, an affordable childcare center that only costs $150 a week. Meanwhile, the district’s Blodgett Urban Gardens were created in partnership with Texas Southern University to address food insecurity in Third Ward. The university’s environmental sciences students also utilize the grounds as a research facility. Project Row House – the transformation of a block of shotgun houses in Third Ward into artists' studios – hosts regular Summer Studios and Artist Rounds. Summer Studios provide summer residencies to art students, allowing them to transform the art houses into their own studios. Artist Rounds happen twice a year in March and October, utilizing the homes to feature exhibits from local artists that address questions, challenges and important community topics. Project Row House is organized and run by “The Magnificent Seven,” a prominent group of Black artists and advocates for the Third Ward community.
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Kathryn Ashworth
Video By
Hunter Severtson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Terrell Hillebrand
Terrell Hillebrand
Keller Williams Memorial
(888) 339-7345
36 Total Sales
1 in MacGregor
$312,000 Price
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Gregory Ness
Gregory Ness
BK Real Estate
(972) 236-7801
72 Total Sales
1 in MacGregor
$265,000 Price
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Ed Wolff
Ed Wolff
Beth Wolff Realtors
(713) 714-0439
97 Total Sales
1 in MacGregor
$335,000 Price
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Evan Compean
Evan Compean
Compean Group
(346) 600-9489
227 Total Sales
2 in MacGregor
$310K - $318K Price Range
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James Krueger
James Krueger
Responds QuicklyCorcoran Prestige Realty
(888) 908-2856
275 Total Sales
6 in MacGregor
$203K - $1.4M Price Range
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Michael Brown
Michael Brown
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
(832) 742-4638
94 Total Sales
1 in MacGregor
$453,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Brays Bayou Parkland
- Picnic Area
- Trails
McGovern Centennial Gardens
Peggy Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Parkwood Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Mills Bennett Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
MacGregor Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Tennis
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/12/2014
Niche Review
Although there are some areas with very nice real-estate, for the most part the properties are rundown and unkempt. Unfortunately, because of the proximity to downtown and the more fancy houses, many of these properties are overpriced. For renting, however, prices tend to be in the lower range, but for a reason. Many of the rental properties are old or out-dated and reside in areas where many people would not feel secure.
6/12/2014
Niche Review
The public transit is improving from it's abysmal state before. There are a lot of public services in close proximity such as clinics, hospitals, government assistance offices, and fire and police stations.
6/12/2014
Niche Review
This area is pedestrian friendly when it comes to sidewalks and public transit. There are even a few bike trails. However, it is not the safest area to walk alone. For those with a car, there is little parking availability, and it is often congested in certain areas because of construction. Also, some people are inconsiderate and unsafe drivers. However, it is mostly an easy drive.
8/20/2015
Niche Review
Houston is one of the best cities in the US to find a job, and to settle down with a family in a stable matter. Do not need to say much more than that.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | MacGregor | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
MacGregor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in MacGregor, Houston sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in MacGregor, Houston over the last 12 months is $294,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$300,000
Median Sale Price
$294,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$619,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$143,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
154
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$225
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,831
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,424
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,124
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,369
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
771
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Tuesday, Jul 2912 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,295 - $2,790 per month
- Hermann Park Lofts
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 587+ Sq Ft
- 1 Hermann Park Ct
- Houston, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
22,107
Median Age
33
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,272
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,352
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
College Graduates
57.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53
/ 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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