Greater Third Ward Homes for Sale - Houston, TX

Greater Third Ward Homes for Sale - Houston, TX

Greater Third Ward Homes for Sale

The 1,851 acres Greater Third Ward real estate features a wide collection of homes with different prices, styles, and sizes. The neighborhood is mainly a residential community with small local businesses throughout the area. Many original traditional "shotgun" houses still exist and some are in the market waiting for restoration from homeowners who are history-minded. Recent developments have seen newer homes for sale including single-family homes, townhomes, and condos with post-modern architectural design, some of which is on St. Charles Street and Hadley Street. Home prices in Greater Third Ward range from the low to the high six-figure range. Shrewd home buyers searching for the convenience of Inner Loop living have been discovering these homes for sale.

Central Location

Southmore Boulevard and Main Street provide Greater Third Ward residents direct access to Houston Museum District, the Texas Medical Center, and Hermann Park. Nearby shops, restaurants, excellent schools, and outdoor recreation make life in the Inner Loop community convenient and hassle-free. Greater Third Ward is next door to The Houston Zoo, Rice University and the hike-and-bike trails, pools and picnic areas of MacGregor Park.

Greater Third Ward Lifestyle

The culinary scene reflects the neighborhood's rich heritage. Many independent restaurants in the area serve everything from Texas-style BBQ to traditional soul food to Louisiana Cajun cooking. You will also find a variety of Vietnamese sandwich shops and vegetarian cafes. Driving along Anita Street and Francis Street will reveal the neighborhood's cultural heritage, history, and evolution. The streets are lined with original "shotgun" bungalows and contemporary condos with post-modern designs. Despite being a small neighborhood, Greater Third Ward is a lively place to live. Calhoun Road features a wide variety of bars, lounges, and late-night restaurants, while Ennis Street has newer hip entertainment joints.

On Sundays, Greater Third Ward's large cultural population dresses up in their Sunday best to worship at Holman Street Baptist Church or Trinity United Methodist Church. For a great outdoor experience, Emancipation Park on Dowling Street provides locals with great walking and jogging trails. Another popular park is the beautiful Discovery Green which hosts events and free live shows on weekends.

Greater Third Ward Schools

A diverse selection of educational institutions serves the neighborhood. The Houston ISD serves Greater Third Ward with schools which include Blackshear Elementary School, Cullen Middle School, and Yates High School. The neighborhood is also home to the University of Houston and its 667-acre campus, as well as the Texas Southern University.