Editor’s observe: The highest actual property tales of 2024 reaffirmed what Houstonians already know — this metropolis is a unbelievable place to name house. Locals have been captivated by information of rapper Drake settling close by and by quite a few rankings highlighting Houston-area neighborhoods as prime locations to dwell. Houston’s most well-known billionaire additionally made headlines with three main property acquisitions this 12 months, together with the distinguished River Oaks District. In the meantime, beautiful mansions continued to attract consideration, together with loads of oohs and aahs from readers.
1. Drake lastly confirmed as new proprietor of $15 million Dos Brisas ranch close to Brenham. Rumors that the rap icon had acquired the sprawling 313-acre ranch simply 45 minutes outdoors of Houston sparked pleasure, reaffirming Texas’ standing as a star hotspot. Houstonians could not assist however think about scoring an invitation to the previous resort, now reworked into the non-public retreat of the Canadian musician and actor.
2. 2 Houston-area ZIP codes prime 2023 checklist of hottest housing markets in U.S. The Opendoor report highlighted Cypress (77433) and Katy (77493) as the highest two ZIP codes within the nation for homebuyers in 2023. Key components driving curiosity included turnkey properties, aggressive housing costs, and handy places, underscoring the attraction of those Houston-area communities.
3. Kingly Houston group is the No. 2 friendliest American neighborhood. Kingwood made a reputation for itself because the No. 2 friendliest American neighborhood. All Star Dwelling, a house enchancment providers web site, discovered that 18.75 % of critiques for Kingwood-based companies have been described as “pleasant.”
4. Journey + Leisure ranks tight-knit Houston suburb No. 2 in America. Houston suburbs continued to realize nationwide consideration, with Journey + Leisure declaring Cinco Ranch the second-best suburb to dwell in America. The report analyzed realtor suggestions and knowledge to determine the very best suburbs primarily based on “inexpensive housing, top-rated faculties, and glorious job alternatives.”
5. Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta buys River Oaks growth for a reported $450 million. Fertitta expanded his actual property empire with the acquisition of River Oaks District, an almost 14-acre property situated on Westheimer simply east of 610 that is house to high-end retail and prime eating places reminiscent of MAD, Steak 48, and Loch Bar.
6. 6 Houston neighbors shine on new checklist of finest small cities in America. WalletHub’s “The Finest Small Cities in America” report included recognizable names to Houstonians: Friendswood, Rosenberg, Conroe, Missouri Metropolis, Spring, and Galveston. The report in contrast greater than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 residents.
7. This $4.85 million Hill Nation ranch with its personal lazy river goes wild on social media. Listed for $4.85 million and featured on the favored Zillow Gone Wild social media account, commenters all throughout the nation dreamt of proudly owning this Boerne ranch largely resulting from its elaborate lazy river.
8. Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta buys greater than 5 acres of Galleria-area properties. Fertitta continued his procuring spree with the acquisition of two properties, a 9-story workplace constructing and a 3.4-acre vacant lot which might be adjoining to The Put up Oak, his award-winning resort.
9. River Oaks mansion by famed architect hits marketplace for $18.9 million. This beautiful 1938 house was designed by Houston architect John F. Staub, the person behind properties such because the River Oaks Nation Membership, Bayou Bend, and Rice College’s Fondren Library. The house, listed for $18.9 million, sits on 1.6 acres and options fashionable facilities with historic allure.
10. Washington Ho lists Bellaire’s ‘Luke Skywalker home’ for $5.5 million. The truth TV star-turned-real property agent named the Bellaire property after the Jedi as a counterpoint to the West U “Darth Vader home.” Situated at 4616 Oleander and listed for simply over $5.5 million, Ho confirmed off his realtor expertise by promoting the house in October.
