10 Best Places To Live In Houston, Texas - Updated 2024

1. Medical Center (from USD 130)

Situated in the heart of the city, Texas Medical Center is the country’s largest medical district and one of Houston’s top places to live. Here is where the world’s largest children’s hospital can be found, with a baby being delivered every 20 minutes. Home to medicine’s brightest minds and most talented doctors, Texas Medical Center sees over 10 million patients and around 200,000 surgeries every year. Since it hosts such an impressive medical community, Texas Medical Center has created over 100,000 jobs and is one of the most important business districts in the United States. It is also a top choice for high school graduates looking to pursue a career in medicine.

2. Galleria - Uptown (from USD 159)

Galleria in Uptown Houston is where locals and tourists alike go for high-end shopping and dining experiences. The neighborhood is home to Galleria Mall and Uptown Park Shopping Center, a shopping mecca with some of the most deluxe brands, iconic fashion houses, and upscale boutiques. When it comes to dining, you can find anything from European-inspired restaurants and Vietnamese to Indian places. Come evening, the neighborhood becomes even livelier with live music and fine drinks being added into the mix.

3. Willowbrook (from USD 105)

Willowbrook is one of Houston’s top neighborhoods great for families, young professionals, and outdoor lovers. The neighborhood prides itself as extremely diverse with a bustling nightlife and highly rated public schools. Some of the attractions in the area include Willowbrook Mall, a large indoor shopping center with lots of department stores and Sam Houston Race Park, a horse-racing track where purebred horses race each year and different events take place.

4. River Oaks

River Oaks is a top choice for living in Houston, Texas, since it boasts fine dining restaurants, excellent schools, high-end boutiques, and a dynamic housing market. With a mix of modern high-rise condos and luxurious mansions with manicured lawns and sizeable pools, there’s a place to call home for anybody in River Oaks. The neighborhood has two major shopping malls and various upscale designer stores, so shopping is definitely a favorite pastime among locals. The neighborhood is mostly preferred by young families, students, and fitness lovers.

Rental unit in Houston · ★4.34 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 2 baths

Houston, Texas, United States
4.06 km (2.6 mi) from Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

79 reviews  

ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

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Amenities & Room:

loved this place so spacious everything about this apartment and stay was just as described

Cleanliness:

nice spacious clean 2 br apt

building is clean and quiet

very nice and clean would definitely stay again

the apt is great very clean and stylish

such an amazing place very nice and clean

Location:

space was great very cute and a great location centrally located

the location was great close and to everything you need

you can drive to downtown in about 10 min easy to get to places

we would be hard pressed to find a better location in town

this is a spacious apartment in a great location with plenty of room to relax and a full kitchen

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5. Westchase (from USD 80)

Part of Harris County in Texas, Westchase is home to bustling nightlife, an active dining scene, and outdoor activities galore. With lots of parks, restaurants, and coffee shops to choose from, Westchase residents have many ways to pass their free time. The neighborhood is especially preferred by young families with children since Westchase schools are above the region’s average.

6. Energy Corridor (from USD 261)

Energy Corridor in Houston is a thriving residential neighborhood that promises to offer its residents an excellent lifestyle. The neighborhood is home to several Fortune 500 companies, including the biggest energy corporations. People living here enjoy the urban lifestyle and many green parks that bring life to the entire neighborhood. Energy Corridor is also home to some of the best public and private schools in Texas, various restaurants, shopping centers, and entertainment options.

7. Houston Heights (from USD 138)

Part of Greater Heights but with its own rich history dating back to the 1890s, Houston Heights is home to about 100 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places today. With many up-and-coming professionals moving into the neighborhood, some of these historic buildings have been restored. At the same time, others were demolished to make space for newer, more luxurious homes. Houston Heights is the go-to place for foodies, creators, and architecture buffs.

8. Memorial City (from USD 314)

A modern residential neighborhood in Houston, Texas, Memorial City is a top choice when it comes to choosing where to live in this city, especially for families or young professionals. The neighborhood is home to residential buildings with upscale apartments, shopping centers, and a diverse dining scene. Memorial City is highly rated for its diversity and nightlife, public schools, and jobs. Sports enthusiasts will find plenty of options for staying active, from walking and biking trails to basketball and tennis courts.

9. Greater Heights (from USD 72)

Greater Heights is one of Houston’s most socially active neighborhood with lots of diversity and a bustling nightlife. The neighborhood is sprinkled with restaurants, bars, and coffee shops and has well-maintained parks for time outdoors. With a good living cost and great job and housing markets, the neighborhood is appealing to young families with children. Greater Heights is a creatives’ paradise with vinyl shops, vintage fashion boutiques, and entertainment venues.

Private master suite in Heights Victorian bungalow

Houston, Texas, United States
9.26 km (5.8 mi) from Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

313 reviews  

Entire guest suite 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

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Amenities & Room:

the bedroom has a very comfortable king bed with a ceiling fan which was lovely

i really enjoyed sleeping on the memory foam bed

great place to stay with a lot of space a comfortable bed and beautiful bathroom

the bed was super comfy

the shampoo and bathroom decor was very nicely done too :)

Cleanliness:

think clean hardwood floors white clean towels and bedding

very clean and so comfortable

super clean and very spacious

very clean tidy and excellent value

super clean highly recommend

Host:

great host with clear instructions and quick responses

she is gracious and helpful

heidi is a great host and person

she was an excellent host and very respectful of privacy and genuinely cares for her guests

heidi had been a great host

Location:

the location is outstanding

great location lots of restaurants and shopping within walking distance

so close to wonderful restaurants and quaint shopping areas

great location walking distance to all kinds of neat places

nice space close to downtown

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10. Montrose

With an urban vibe, active nightlife, and lots of coffee shops, bars, and restaurants, Montrose is a great place to live in Texas. Since the public schools in this neighborhood are above average and the housing and job markets are good, many young families choose Montrose as their home. There are lots of parks here so finding something to do outdoors is easy. If you want to explore this neighborhood, attractions are a short walking distance from one another.

# 1 Charming apartment in artistic montrose!

Houston, Texas, United States
5.65 km (3.6 mi) from Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park

120 reviews  

ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

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cute and cozy air bnb

her apartment was very cute modern and had all amenities you’d want/need for an overnight

very stylish space and the most comfortable bed

living area and king bed are perfect size for one person or a couple

then right before going to bed we were lucky enough to notice the gas leak

Cleanliness:

if it has been clean it would have been perfect

we had to go buy supplies and re clean the place

Host:

emmely was a great host incredibly responsive and accommodating

emmely was so responsive and very attentive from the checking in to the checking out process

the hostess is very friendly and accommodating

super lovely host with a wonderfully located apartment

Location:

cool place in a great location

great location by lots of restaurants

great location to see all the hot spots of houston

the location of emmely's place was perfect for us

great stylish place in a quiet neighborhood and close to many restaurants & shopping

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Exploring Houston's best neighborhoods

Besides being a top travel destination in the United States with plenty of things to do and see, Houston is a great place to live too. The city features an affordable housing market, an array of job openings, and excellent public schools, attracting families with children and young professionals to relocate here. On top of it all, the city has a legendary food scene, an artistic side with vintage shops and art galleries, and a plethora of parks, trails, and different sports courts.