Vertical Living

If you ask urban professionals the difference between high-rise living in Houston and in other large U.S. cities, right away they mention the value – larger space and more amenities for the price. Similar to reasonable single-home prices in the region, high-rise properties come in many varieties – lofts, condos, high-rises – that are typically located close to employment centers, major freeways, shopping and cultural venues. With the cost of fuel increasing, many are opting to live closer to work and spend less time commuting. In this section, we’ll highlight various areas of the region attractive to vertical living and the amenities you can expect.

Vertical living options can be found throughout the city, including downtown, the Museum District, Galleria/Post Oak, Uptown, Montrose, the Historic District, Midtown, Upper Kirby, Inner Loop and River Oaks.

“Houston is maturing and has settled into a more sophisticated, international city,” said Dovie Morgan, sales manager, Martha Turner Properties and past chair of the board of the Houston Association of Realtors®. “With that, more people have come to Houston from across the world. For example, in large cities, like Mexico City, people are accustomed to high-rise living and like the... more »

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