About Upper Kirby
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $93,000 to $7,900,000
Closed Prices: $82,500 to $6,900,000
Median Sale Price: $550,000
Average $ per sq ft: $383
Association Fee Ranges: $375 to $500/quarter, $0 to $6072, $0, $120 to $4600/mo
Type: Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home
Age: 1929 to 2022
Sq. Ft.: 456 to 8870 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms: 1 to 7 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1 to 10 Bathrooms
Lot Size: 0 - 4 acres
Around Upper Kirby
Upper Kirby has an eclectic range of properties, from luxury townhomes on West Main Street to million-dollar contemporary mansions near Richmond Avenue. There are multiple homes along Westpark Drive, but they tend to come with a steep price tag. For those seeking a smaller abode, many young professionals and small families prefer the high-rise luxury condominium buildings throughout the neighborhood.
Upper Kirby is known for a wide range of restaurants, from Venezuelan fusion to Korean BBQ. There is a new restaurant opening up wherever you look in this glitzy commercial district. One of the city’s busiest areas, Richmond Avenue, is home to numerous establishments. Likewise, Greenway Plaza, Shepherd Drive and Kirby Drive have various culinary options.
You will see a lot of tall glitzy buildings next to busy commercial strip malls with name brand retail stores and restaurants. This also means you will see gridlock traffic during morning and afternoon rush hours. If you’re driving down Highway 59, you won’t miss the towering Greenway Plaza looming over the freeway. The subdivisions in this affluent area are nice to drive through, showcasing uniquely designed mansions and contemporary homes.
Upper Kirby has a vibrant nightlife scene due to its location, as well as its many trendy restaurants and bars. Richmond Avenue has been a popular hotspot for many years. Kirby Drive and Alabama Street also have many dive bars and newer establishments. When it comes to food and drinks, Upper Kirby is a favorite for newcomers and locals alike.
Upper Kirby has many small art and photography galleries. Moody Gallery on Colquitt Street is a hidden gem surrounded by beautiful homes. In fact, a walk down Colquitt is the best way to go if you’re an art lover. Bayou City Performing Arts features talented choruses who perform original works. The Museum District is also nearby, which is home to the famous Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, and the lesser-known but awe-inspiring Jung Gallery, which is dedicated to the legendary psychology pioneer. The Galleria Mall on Westheimer and 610 can be packed on Sunday afternoons, and parking can be hard, but its high-end retail stores and ice skating rink makes the struggle worth it.
Locals Love
- Beautiful homes
- Many retail shops
- Variety of restaurants
Locals Don't Love
- Expensive properties
- Pricey restaurants
- Traffic
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