The Heights Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Historic neighborhood with bungalows, Heights Boulevard, walkable 19th Street shopping district, and growing restaurant scene.
Houston, TXAvg Rent: $1,925/moWalk Score: 68
Walkability
68
Walk Score
Transit
48
Transit Score
Commute
10-15 min
To Downtown
Safety
Very Good
Rating
The Heights Rent Prices
Studio
$1,200
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,500
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,100
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,900
per month
Rent Trend: Rapidly increasing
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Historic, family-friendly, trendy
Demographics
Young families, professionals, long-time residents
Best For
Young familiesHistoric home loversWalkability seekersCommuters
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Growing, chef-driven, diverse
Nightlife
Moderate - neighborhood bars, breweries
Schools
Good public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in The Heights
Pros
- Historic charm
- Improving rapidly
- Close to downtown
- Bike paths
Cons
- Expensive for Houston
- Flooding
- Parking tight
- Still need car
Parks & Recreation
- Donovan Park
- Woodland Park
Public Transit
- Metro bus lines
Popular Streets
- 19th Street
- Heights Boulevard
- Yale Street
Key Amenities
- 19th Street shopping
- Heights Trail
- Historic homes
- Farmers market
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