Houston has 88 ‘Super Neighborhoods’ to its name, covering areas of high business, somewhat low residency. Super Neighborhood 87 is officially the Upper Kirby/Greenway Plaza neighborhood area. This area has lots of commercial pursuits stationed here: for example Kellogg moved its headquarters from New York City to Greenway Plaza, former home of the energy corridor. However, […]
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For the Urban Family On the Go, There’s Uptown Houston!
Houston has a neighborhood for every family, including those who embrace urban living. The Galleria is one of Houston’s primary landmarks, a Mecca for international shoppers (and landmarks with several diplomatic missions in the area), an aggregate of culture, fashion and food. Beautiful Uptown Houston boasts beautiful suburbs all around the area and luxury apartments for […]
It Takes a Village for Family Living
Hedwig Village has a sleepy, country village atmosphere with the convenience of a being inside the beltway in the Spring Branch Memorial area. It’s perfect for a family, and with all the local amenities, it’s no wonder this cozy neighborhood has several awards of excellence in under its belt. One of the smallest municipalities in Harris County, the exclusivity […]
The Riverstone Community is Moving Full Steam Ahead!
By just this fall of 2014, the No. 2-ranked planned community in the city of Houston, Riverstone, is expecting to add 900 home sites to their neighborhood. Riverstone is located just southwest of Houston in Fort Bend County, an area that has seen tremendous growth over recent years. As the Houston Chronicle has reported, the […]
The Joys of Bellaire, A True Community
The first time I drove through the neighborhood of Bellaire it was Halloween last year. A friend of mine, a young urban professional in the best sense, had recently moved from the downtown area to what I imagined was quiet suburbia. As I drove down Bellaire Boulevard, however, I quickly came to realize how ‘in […]
New Hospital to Serve the South Woodlands Area
Are you a resident of Springwoods Village area or considering making it your new home? Many companies are taking note of just how great the area is, creating more employment and easy access to things locals need to prevent them from driving back into Houston city limits. As area the around Exxon Mobile’s campus continues […]
Jefferson Heights to Add Luxury Living to Downtown Houston
Brand new luxury apartments are coming to Houston with convenient access to the downtown area and some of our city’s nicest parks. The new development is called Jefferson Heights and it will feature many amenities within the complex to attract Houstonians in search of a great place to live. Jefferson Heights will be located just […]
Afton Oaks, High-End Living With a Reduced Price Tag
Have you noticed anything about the neighborhoods of Houston? Over the last decade, Houston has witnessed a number of changes and one thing that seems to stand out the most is the increasing size of our residential neighborhoods. Joining those neighborhoods that have been receiving a lot of positive attention in recent years is Afton […]
West Oaks, Family Life in a Modern Neighborhood
The neighborhood of West Oaks has plenty to offer with its convenient location, great schools, and beautiful homes. Parents in the Houston area looking for a great neighborhood to raise a family should consider the family life that West Oaks has to offer. West Oaks is located in the southwest part of Houston just south […]
Chevron to Purchase Large Site Near Grand Parkway Area
We are finding plenty of growth throughout the Houston area, making it more ideal for new residents coming into the area to find employment opportunities. Chevron has recently signed a deal to buy 103.2 acres of land off of Grand Parkway and Clay Road in Katy. They are joining other Houston energy companies like Air […]