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Bellaire – the “City of Homes” – is a success story of how a small town founded in 1909 became one of the most sought-after residential areas in Houston. Ideally located near Loop 610, Downtown Houston and the Galleria, this haven combines luxury, city amenities and small town life to build the perfect community for its residents that new home buyers find irresistible. The city of Bellaire has its own police and fire departments, and its red street signs make Bellaire easily distinguishable. It also boasts some of the best schools around. Bellaire has also seen a boom in new constructions, adding to the diversity of the neighborhood.
Location and Surroundings
Loop 610 crosses right through Bellaire, Texas and the Southwest Freeway lies just north of the city.
It shares borders with Houston neighborhoods like River Oaks, Uptown, Southside Place and Sharpstown. Living in Bellaire enables easy access to commercial areas such as Downtown Houston, Galleria and the Texas Medical Center.
The Bellaire, Harris County zip code is 77401.
Recreational Activities and Schools in Bellaire
There are a host of things to do both inside the Bellaire neighborhood and outside. In close proximity is the Museum District, Downtown Houston and Texas’s largest mall for shopping and retail – the Galleria.
Various renowned parks in Bellaire offer the chance to engage in all sorts of sports and recreational activities. The huge Zindler Park features tennis courts, Recreation Center, Civic Center, a picnic area, pool, gazebo and its own little league playing field. There are several other parks as well as a public library in Bellaire. Some of the best golf courses in Houston can also be found in the surrounding areas.
Bellaire caters to a wide range of palettes with restaurants offering American, Indian, Japanese and Afghan cuisines, among others. Some of these include Chick-fil-A, Saltgrass Steak House, La Madeleine French Bakery, The Afghan Village and Bismillah Café. Nightlife can be enjoyed at The West End, Big Woodrow’s and more. For groceries, Bellaire has stores like Davis Food City and Randall’s.
Several of Bellaire’s schools are famous and have won awards for excellence. Some of them are the Episcopal High School, Saint Agnes Academy, Post Oak School and various other public schools. Over the years, Bellaire schools have produced some fine athletes and National Merit Finalists. See school ratings and statistics.
Bellaire Real Estate Trends
Zoning requirements have preserved the friendly ambiance of this neighborhood despite its location near two freeways. The wide, tree-lined streets of Bellaire are home to a wonderful blend of different styles of housing. From sprawling mansions and small bungalows to newly constructed two and three-story homes, Bellaire attracts all home buyers no matter what their architectural preferences are.
Homes in Bellaire can vary in value from $500,000 to over $2 million, depending on whether the construction is old or new, lot sizes and style. The general consensus about Bellaire is that it is the perfect combination of everything a home buyer wants; community living, easy access to big city facilities, various recreational options, a quiet neighborhood and a beautiful home.
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Mid-rise or multi-level condos are available in Bellaire, however there are no high-rise condos. Two condos that are located in the surrounding area of Bellaire are Briarglen and The Willowick.
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