Houston Heights

Houston Heights Texas offers its residents a unique mix of residential styles. Many homes in Houston Heights Texas are free-standing, detached single-family homes with private gardens and patios. In spring and fall, residents can enjoy the colorful foliage in the Houston Heights gardens. Many of these homes are also surrounded by a large parcel of land.

As the area's population grew, the local municipality provided public services. During the early 1900s, the community formed a Woman's Club that was active in the suffragist movement. It also donated its building to the Red Cross during World War I and World War II. Today, the club helps to maintain the neighborhood, serves as mentors for children, and aids the elderly. More from this source.

The neighborhood was one of the first planned communities in the state of Texas. It was developed on an area of about 1750 acres in the early 1890s. It was chosen by Oscar Martin Carter, president of the Omaha and South Texas Land Company, for its elevation and proximity to an industrial center. Despite its growing population, Houston Heights has retained the small-town feel of the past.

Residents in Houston Heights Texas can find a variety of housing options at affordable prices. The median home price is over $350,000. There are numerous shopping centers, parks, and excellent schools in the area. In addition, this neighborhood is home to several industries that offer high-paying jobs. It is especially attractive for engineers, as aerospace and oil and gas are in high demand in the Houston metropolitan area.

One of Houston's first planned communities, Houston Heights is situated just four miles northwest of downtown Houston. It has wide tree-canopied esplanades and side streets lined with early 1900s homes. The city's location is marked by Interstate 10 to the south and the north. It is also home to several of the city's top breweries.

Houston Heights is located near the Astrodome, the largest arena in Texas. The Astrodome was built in 1966 and is home to the Dallas Cowboys. It also features a TV and radio antenna, a viewing screen, and restaurants. The city is home to two airports. There are many things to do in Houston Heights Texas.

There are several public and private schools in Houston Heights. Some of these schools are state-chartered. Houston Heights Learning Academy and Houston Heights High School are state-owned charter schools. Other private schools in Houston Heights include Houston Outdoor Learning Academy and Trinity Classical School. The British International School of Houston operates a bus that serves Houston Heights.

The houses in Houston Heights are largely one or two-story structures. These buildings are relatively simple, yet they reflect the influence of various styles. One notable example of the influence of the Dutch Colonial Revival is at 505 W. 18th Street. See next post.