Neighborhood Guide
The Heights
Historic bungalows, walkable streets, and a vibrant local dining scene.
Houston Heights — simply "the Heights" to Houstonians — is one of the city's most beloved urban neighborhoods. Founded in 1891 as a streetcar suburb, the Heights has retained its historic character while evolving into a premier destination for buyers who want Inner Loop living with a genuine community feel.
The neighborhood is anchored by 19th Street, a walkable commercial corridor lined with local restaurants, coffee shops, antique dealers, and boutiques. The surrounding residential blocks feature an exceptional collection of late Victorian and craftsman bungalows, many on elevated lots that give the neighborhood its name.
New construction townhomes have joined the historic fabric in recent years, bringing modern floor plans and price points that attract first-time buyers and downsizers alike. Heights living means being minutes from downtown, Montrose, and the Medical Center — without the high-rise tradeoffs.
Neighborhood Highlights
- Walkable 19th Street corridor with local shops and restaurants
- Historic Victorian and craftsman architecture
- Strong community identity and active neighborhood associations
- Minutes from downtown Houston and Midtown
- White Oak Bayou trail and greenway system
- Heights Mercantile and Heights Theater
Homes in The Heights
Active$20,714,261
74434 East Sweet Bottom Br #18393
Houston, Texas
Active$7,857,291
34149 East GRANICUS Mews #I-7
Houston, Texas
Pending$18,730,333
68827 South 99 CT Estates #783
Houston, Texas
Active$6,070,556
36992 West Georgetown(lot 18) Boulevard #C 104
Houston, Texas
Pending$20,220,909
15804 South FM 3 Boulevard #1795
Houston, Texas
Active$18,065,342
52876 North Newark Blvd B Trace #2035
Houston, Texas
Market Snapshot
Lifestyle & Amenities
Around The Heights
Very Walkable
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Bikeable
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Some Transit
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Points of Interest
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By the Numbers
Community Demographics
U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 5-Year Estimates · ZIP 77008
Total Population
40,155
Median Age
35
Median HH Income
$142,414
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Education (Age 25+)
Employment
Employment Rate
97%
Unemployment Rate
3%
Labor Force Part.
81%
Not in Labor Force
6,414
Housing
Total Housing Units
20,709
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Gross Rent
$1,567
Owner vs. Renter
Education
Schools in The Heights
The following schools are within or nearby The Heights. Ratings are provided by SchoolDigger and can serve as a starting point for comparing schools in this area.
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