Living in Houston Inner Loop

The Inner Loop is the heart of Houston, the area inside Interstate 610, and it is where the city's urban living takes place. Each neighborhood has its own character, from the grand estates of River Oaks and the historic bungalows of the Heights to the townhomes and high-rises of Midtown and Montrose. Living here means short commutes and walkable streets, with museums, parks, and many of the city's best restaurants minutes away.

Best forBuyers who want walkability, culture, and a short commute.

Quick facts

Schools

Primarily Houston ISD, plus many private schools

Known neighborhoods

River Oaks, the Heights, Montrose, Midtown, Upper Kirby, Rice Village, the Museum District, and the city of West University Place

Home styles

Bungalows, townhomes, high-rise condominiums, and estate homes

Getting around

Interstate 610, Interstate 69, Interstate 10, and the METRORail Red Line linking Downtown, the Museum District, and the Texas Medical Center

Close to

Downtown, the Texas Medical Center, Memorial Park, and Buffalo Bayou Park