Good Neighborhoods

The Heights has been known for its diversity, richness in community, and local businesses. And now it is also known for its artisan donuts, local coffee shops, vegan ice cream, gourmet popsicles, fusion foods, street art, and pop culture. Those of us who have been…

A city within a city on the southwest side of Houston, Bellaire manages to stay its own distinct community while still being entwined with Houston. Surrounded by the larger city, it maintains its own municipal services and more than ten parks—a testament to its longstanding…

Bellaire lies on the southwest side of Houston, straddling 610 just to the south of I-69. Bellaire Boulevard divides it horizontally, with the southernmost border stopping at Beechnut Street. Despite being completely enveloped within the Houston city limits, Bellaire is actually a separate city. It…

While there is always a lot of discussion about the exact temperature of the Houston housing market—have the most recent troubles in the oil industry negatively impacted listing prices while simultaneously increasing the number of homes on the market, will the rising (if only slightly)…

For decades Montrose has drawn creatives, bohemians, members of the LGBTQ community, and countless others who did not feel at home in other parts of Houston and the traditional Southern culture. Though an increase in diversity has lead to the blending of communities and reduced…

Montrose is a quirkily-shaped neighborhood just west of downtown Houston with a history that is even more unique. Though the culture and demographics of the district have continued to change over the years, the area has long since been a beacon of acceptance for those…