Houston, TX
One of the Texas communities we know and serve.
About Houston
One of the Texas communities we know and serve.
Whether you're buying your first home or selling to make a move, Basore Real Estate brings local knowledge of Houston to every step of the process.
Why Live in Houston?
- The Museum District holds Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo and a walkable cluster of museums, among them the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Children's Museum of Houston. METRORail serves the district.
- Downtown's Theater District is home to Jones Hall, the Wortham Theater Center, the Alley Theatre and the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, with resident companies including Houston Grand Opera, Houston Ballet and the Houston Symphony.
- Buffalo Bayou Park runs along the bayou at the edge of downtown, with hike-and-bike trails, the historic Buffalo Bayou Cistern, a dog park and the bat colony under the Waugh Drive bridge.
- METRORail's Red, Green and Purple light-rail lines connect downtown with Midtown, the Museum District, the Texas Medical Center, NRG Park, the East End and the University of Houston.
- Space Center Houston is the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center, with a tram tour to Mission Control and Rocket Park.
- Houston's colleges and universities include Rice University, the University of Houston, Texas Southern University and the University of St. Thomas, and the city is home to the Texas Medical Center.
The Houston Market
Every neighborhood moves at its own pace. Reach out to Basore Real Estate for a current, no-pressure look at what's happening in Houston right now.
Schools in Houston, TX
Houston ISD serves much of the city. Other districts serve parts of Houston, including Aldine ISD, Alief ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, Fort Bend ISD, Humble ISD, Katy ISD, Klein ISD, Spring Branch ISD and Spring ISD. The district depends on the address, so check the school assignment for a specific home with the district.
Local Favorites
- Hermann Park (Park): A Museum District park with a Japanese Garden, the Hermann Park Railroad, pedal boats, McGovern Centennial Gardens and a dog park, bordering the Houston Zoo.
- Buffalo Bayou Park (Park): A park along Buffalo Bayou at the edge of downtown with trails, Eleanor Tinsley Park, a dog park, the historic Cistern and the bat colony under the Waugh Drive bridge.
- Discovery Green (Park): A downtown park that is free to enter, with a lake for kayaking, water play, dog runs, playgrounds, public art and an amphitheater hosting free events.
- Space Center Houston (Museum): The official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center, with the NASA Tram Tour to Mission Control and Rocket Park and the Independence Plaza shuttle exhibit.
- Houston Theater District (Arts District): A downtown performing-arts district with Jones Hall, the Wortham Theater Center, the Alley Theatre and the Hobby Center, home to Houston Grand Opera, Houston Ballet and the Houston Symphony.
Frequently Asked Questions About Houston
How do I start looking at homes in Houston?
Reach out to Basore Real Estate and we'll walk you through what's currently available in Houston and what fits your goals.
Is now a good time to buy or sell in Houston?
Every situation is different — contact Basore Real Estate for a free look at current Houston conditions before you decide.
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