Housing character
The Heights is Houston’s oldest planned community, a National Register historic district of Victorian homes, 1920s bungalows and craftsman cottages along the walkable 19th Street corridor. New townhome construction fills in between the historic stock, giving it a layered old-meets-new feel rare in Houston.
Price character
Above the Houston metro median, with historic homes and new townhomes at the top of the inner-loop market.
Zip codes
- 77008
Financing here
Conventional Loans
A conventional loan is a mortgage not insured by the government that follows Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac guidelines.
Jumbo Loans
A jumbo loan is a mortgage larger than the FHFA conforming loan limit for your county, used for higher-priced homes.
DSCR Loans
A DSCR loan is an investment-property mortgage that qualifies you on the property’s rental income divided by its monthly payment (the debt service coverage ratio).
Condo Loans
A condo loan is a mortgage on a unit in a condominium project, and approval depends on the building as well as the buyer.
FAQ
What is The Heights known for?
The Heights is Houston’s oldest planned community, a National Register historic district of Victorian homes, 1920s bungalows and craftsman cottages along the walkable 19th Street corridor. New townhome construction fills in between the historic stock, giving it a layered old-meets-new feel rare in Houston.
Who buys in The Heights?
Young professionals and families buy here for the character, the walkability and the short downtown commute. Flippers and builders work the remaining older lots, and the historic-district rules shape what renovation financing can cover.
What do homes cost in The Heights?
Above the Houston metro median, with historic homes and new townhomes at the top of the inner-loop market. Get a quote based on the actual property, every block prices differently.