Central Southwest offers proximity to Downtown Houston
Set just outside the 610 Loop and adjacent to the Sam Houston Tollway/Beltway 8, the Central Southwest neighborhood offers easy access to the Medical Center area, Downtown Houston and Hobby Airport. A mix of established and newer subdivisions and gated communities make up this sprawling neighborhood, which counts several parks and recreation centers, two public golf courses, and an array of shopping and dining options. Housing prices in the area tend to be more affordable than those located inside the 610 Loop.
Central Southwest is a rapidly developing area with a growing community.
A Central Southwest child poses for a photo at Wildheather Park.
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Established subdivisions like Windsor Village, plus newer townhouses
The Sims Bayou runs through the middle of the neighborhood, with subdivisions and gated communities dotted across the community. There are established subdivisions like Windsor Village and Dumbarton Village, with mainly midcentury ranch-style homes ranging from around $200,000 to $250,000. On the eastern side of the neighborhood, close to Texas State Highway 288, is the master-planned community of City Park, made up of several smaller subdivisions with local parks. Homes here were built mostly in the 2010s and the architecture varies, from modern ranch-style homes to two-story traditional brick residences. Prices range from about $250,000 to $350,000. In Fannin Station, in the northeast corner of Central Southwest, attached and detached townhouses feature brick façades and balconies, and brick roads wind throughout the gated community. Prices range between $320,000 and $500,000, depending on size. There are also several apartment complexes in Fannin Station. It’s walkable to Fannin South, a METRORail light rail station. New-construction homes are scattered throughout the neighborhood and can range from around $300,000 to $400,000.
Charming homes in Central Southwest.
Central Southwest townhomes are perfect for families and professionals.
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South Early College High School is well-rated
Central Southwest is served by the Houston Independent School District. Students can attend Windsor Village Elementary, rated a B on Niche, and Lawson Middle School with a C rating. As a participant in the Houston A-plus Challenge, South Early College High School offers its students the opportunity to earn their associate degrees while still in high school and holds an overall Niche grade of B-plus.
Engage in innovative educational programs and initiatives at Windsor Village Elementary School.
Explore knowledge-rich classrooms at South Early College High School.
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Blue Ridge Park is a top spot for intramurals
Established as a youth sports complex, Blue Ridge Par k, located on the west side of the neighborhood, spans across nearly 300 acres. It features four regulation soccer fields along with a playground and picnic areas. Set in the southeast part of Central Southwest near Buffalo Speedway, Townwood Park has basketball and pickleball areas, a playground, an outdoor pool and a community center with indoor activities for all ages. Both parks have access to the Sims Bayou Greenway, which has a paved hike and bike trail connecting the two. In the neighborhood’s northeast corner, Wildcat Golf Club has two public 18-hole courses, the Lakes Course and Highlands Course. The club also provides a discount to golfers ages 60 and over and 17 and under.
Wildcat Golf Club is known for its challenging layouts and well-maintained greens.
Central Southwest locals enjoy a game of basketball at Simon Minchen Park.
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Neighborhood dining includes Helen’s Kitchen
The Texas supermarket chain Joe V’s Smart Shop, Pyburns Farm Fresh Foods and Dollar General are in the neighborhood, and there’s also a Home Depot nearby, just off Beltway 8. Along South Post Oak Road are a number of local restaurants: Hungry Farmer BBQ has served up homemade barbecue since 1975, while Helen’s Kitchen specializes in authentic Jamaican cuisine like oxtails and jerk ribs. Alameda Road and West Fuqua Street, which run through the neighborhood, are lined with fast-food outlets. Central Southwest is about a 6-mile drive from the bustling Rice Village. "Rice Village's little shops and restaurants have had an evolution," says local Realtor Lisa Baer of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty. "A lot of large chains have gone in and replaced the mom-and-pop shops that used to be there." Baer notes that the Rice Village Farmers Market, which takes place the first and third Sunday of the month, is major draw, especially for its wide range of food trucks.
Experience the mouthwatering flavors of Central Southwest's local cuisine.
Savor the smoky flavors at Hungry Farmers BBQ, a hidden gem in Central Southwest Houston.
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Locals circle the Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show on their calendar
One of the biggest annual events in the area is the Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show, held from February to March. Stationed at NRG Park, just to the north of Central Southwest, the event features horse and livestock shows, concerts, professional athlete meet and greets and parades. There’s also a Bar-B-Que Contest, where barbecue restaurants from all over going head-to-head to establish themselves as the best in the land. American rugby fans can head to the neighborhood’s SaberCats Stadium for seasonal games.
METRO bus stops line Orem Drive
Central Southwest is surrounded by major roadways, including Route 90, Highway 288 and the Sam Houston Tollway/Beltway 8. Orem Drive, which runs through the neighborhood, has numerous METRO bus stops. The William P. Hobby Airport is about 12 miles west. The Texas Medical Center complex, which includes 21 hospitals, is about 7 miles north.
Residents have easy access to parks, schools, and shopping centers via the tollway.
The Metro station in Central Southwest Houston offers convenient public transit access.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Central Southwest
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Southwest, Houston sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Central Southwest, Houston over the last 12 months is $265,711, consistent with the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
71,480
Median Age
35
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,078
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
% Population in Labor Force
66.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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