Memorial Area Guide
Mature trees, large lots, and some of Houston's most established addresses.
- City
- Houston
- Typical Home Styles
- Mid-century ranch homes, custom homes, luxury estates
- Typical Price Range
- About $600K to $3M+, with Memorial Villages estates far higher
- Best For
- Buyers who want space, privacy, and an established west Houston location
Overview
Living in Memorial
Memorial stretches along Memorial Drive and Buffalo Bayou in west Houston, with tall pines, large lots, and quiet streets. It includes the Memorial Villages, six independently incorporated cities, each with its own city government, along with neighborhoods inside Houston city limits. Memorial Park, CityCentre, and the Energy Corridor are all close by.
The appeal
What buyers love
Lot size and trees
Large lots and mature trees throughout, protected by deed restrictions and village zoning.
Green space
Memorial Park, Terry Hershey Park, and the Houston Arboretum are nearby.
Location
Easy access to the Galleria, downtown, the Energy Corridor, and CityCentre.
Insider notes
What to know before you buy
Village versus city
The Memorial Villages each have their own rules, taxes, and services, and they differ from areas inside Houston city limits. Know which one a home is in.
Land drives price
Many older homes are valued mostly for the lot, so original homes and new builds can sit side by side at very different prices.
Check flood history
Flood risk varies a lot from street to street, especially near Buffalo Bayou.
Around the neighborhood
Local favorites
EAT & DRINK
CityCentre
restaurants and patios in a walkable setting
PARKS & OUTDOORS
Memorial Park
trails, golf, tennis, and sports fields
Terry Hershey Park
miles of paved trails along Buffalo Bayou
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
nature trails and protected forest
SHOP & EXPLORE
CityCentre
shopping, dining, and events
Memorial City Mall
major shopping
On the market
Homes for sale in Memorial
Loading homes
Let's talk
Thinking about Memorial?
Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll help you find the right street, not just the right house.