Centrally located in Houston’s southwest corner, the neighborhood of Westwood offers valuable access to some of the city’s main thoroughfares and hubs, from Houston’s sprawling suburbs to the city’s International District. Several car dealerships line the neighborhood’s Interstate 69 corridor, and retail and shopping centers offer multiple locally owned businesses to support, many of which reflect Westwood's multicultural population. As Westwood seeks to improve its quality of life, recent efforts have been made to make the neighborhood a more secure place to live, work and play. Many Houstonians continue to call the dense neighborhood home, thanks in part to its location at the intersection of U.S. Highway 59 and the Sam Houston Tollway, granting access to Greater Houston.
Westwood's aerial view reveals its vibrant community and lush greenery.
In Westwood you'll find a variety of apartments, condos, and townhomes.
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A diverse dining scene in Westwood
Westwood’s many restaurants testify to the area’s cultural diversity, with highly rated favorites like Safari Restaurant and Afrikiko serving West African fare. Filipiniana Restaurant offers Filipino dishes, while Kim Café dishes out Chinese cuisine daily. Ojos Locos Sports Cantina is just outside of the neighborhood’s eastern boundary and provides drinks, tasty food, and a great space to watch sports games with neighbors. Bissonet Beltway Plaza offers everything from a food mart to beauty service shops and other convenient retail options. Brenda's Taqueria is also in the plaza, where diners visit for Mexican staples like fresh chips and salsa.
Savor the taste of Filipino cuisine at Best of Filipinana in Westwood.
Explore Westwood's rich culinary diversity at Afrikko's restaurant.
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Westwood locals enjoy visits to Funplex for entertainment.
Cultural festivals and Houston Funplex
Several of Westwood’s local events include cultural celebrations, further reflecting the area’s diversity. Lunar New Year Houston takes place just outside of Westwood’s western border, a nod to the heritage of Houston’s Asian American community featuring dance performances, food and drinks. Houston’s Asian Night Market is another diverse festival that occurs in March and May and includes a wide range of authentic Asian dishes. The area provides Houston Asiatown tours, where people can learn more about the country’s culture and traditions at the Teo Chew Temple. For weekend adventure, people can visit Houston Funplex, an amusement center that includes a bowling alley, go-karting and arcade games. More fun can be found downtown, where bars and nightclubs like Molly's Pub and Interio Houston sit along Main Street.
Waiting for the bus in Westwood
Westwood’s convenient access to Texas State Highway Beltway 8 and Interstate 69 puts several major employers, like the Texas Medical Center, within easy reach of Westwood residents. Interstate 69 is lined with car dealerships, making them some of the most prominent businesses in Westwood. Commuters visit the several bus stops along Wilcrest Drive and Bissonnet Street. William P. Hobby Airport is 24 miles away.
The METRO is readily accessible to the residents of Westwood.
Westwood residents benefit from direct access to I-69.
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Bungalows with manicured lawns
Westwood’s housing options mostly consist of apartments, condos and one-story homes. Though Westwood has a fairly small geographic footprint, the neighborhood’s housing is quite dense. Traditional-style condos range from $75,000 to $150,000. Bungalows and traditional homes range from $200,000 to $350,000. A majority of single-family homes have manicured lawns but lack sidewalks, leading directly to the road. Most of the housing dates back to when Westwood was originally developed in the 1970s and early 1980s. Some remain close to their original condition, but many properties have been improved or restored. “Prices are increasing because homes are being modernized with new features like pools and patios,” Cabrera says.
Residents will find townhomes and patio homes throughout Westwood.
Westwood features charming bungalow style homes with spacious yards.
Experience the traditional charm of Westwood's gable-roofed houses.
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Relaxing at Bray’s Bayou
Club Creek Park is a part of Bray’s Bayou Greenway and sits along the banks, just across the way from Westwood Golf Club. The park has sports fields and a multi-use facility. It also connects to the Club Creek Detention Basin, which is designed to help prevent flooding in the area. The Westwood Golf Club was founded in 1928 and is host to several championships over the years, such as the 2021 Texas State Senior Amateur. Marian Park Community Center is where residents go for indoor recreation and sports, just a few miles south of Westwood.
Club Creek Park provides a tranquil setting for outdoor recreation.
Westwood residents engage in activities at Marian Park Community Center.
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Field days at Harmony School of Explorations
Westwood is primarily served by Alief Independent School District and the Harmony Public Schools system, a state-wide public charter school network focused on the STEM fields, or science, technology, engineering and math. Through the Harmony District pipeline, kids attend Harmony School of Exploration, which earns a B from Niche. Children can move on to Harmony School of Innovation, which hosts fun, engaging events like a field day and formal dinners. The school receives a B-plus. Harmony Science Academy Houston earns an A-minus from Niche and has an optional after-school program that emphasizes leadership skills. While there aren’t many private school options in Westwood, Houston Christian University is a popular college nearby. People have religious gatherings and host community events at churches such as the Redeemed Christian Church of God and True Buddha Society of Houston.
Harmony School has a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
Harmony School of Innovation in Westwood provides rigorous and high-quality education.
Embrace learning at the Harmony Science Academy in Westwood.
Harmony Public School prepares children for college.
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Many neighbors go out of their way to help others whether they know them or not. It's definitely a neighborhood that comes together for small issues and overwhelming disasters. One complaint is the occasional driver who travels above the speed limit down our street.
3.0Niche User
7/10/2015Niche Review
While its not the best community it is rather decent and okay to live in.
3.0Niche User
5/6/2016Niche Review
The crime used to be very bad but not so much now. the cops have been taking aaction and you dont see that mcuh crime anymore. The only problem is the prostitution still around the club creek and bissonett area.
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Westwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westwood, Houston sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood, Houston over the last 12 months is $65,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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