West University Place TX Homes for Sale

Homes for sale in the City of West University Place offer the best of both worlds: the feel of a small town community combined with the amenities of big-city life. Located just west of Rice University, the area is shaded by magnificent oak trees. The Texas Medical Center, Rice University, and downtown Houston are just minutes away, making this neighborhood a popular location for doctors and educators. The nearby shops of Rice Village are well known for their upscale retailers and rare finds. Use these easy one-click searches to find homes for sale in the City of West University Place, Houston, TX 77005...

City Government in West University Place TX

West University was incorporated as an independent city in 1924, and still boasts its own mayor, city council, police and fire departments. The community takes great pride in its safety, its schools, its organized sport teams, and its many parks and recreation facilities. 

Schools in West University Place TX

The City of West University Place is zoned to West U Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School.  These quality schools make the neighborhood popular with young families. The fourteen-acre campus of West University Elementary School is the focal point of the city, and is ringed with churches, a library, small businesses, City Hall, and a community center.  Roger Martin Properties is located "on the square" facing the Scout House and the West University Elementary playing fields.

Architecture in West University Place TX

From its earliest days in the 30's and 40's, homes in West University have always been mixed in style, with both two-story brick traditional homes and one-story frame bungalows. Today, many of the older, smaller structures are being replaced with new-built stucco homes and large white brick homes.  The city has also embarked on an ambitious re-development plan, and is upgrading its streets, street lights, sidewalks, curbs, sewers, and recreation facilities. West University Place has many remarkable homes for sale.

What Makes West University Place Place to Live?

Residents of West University Place have plenty to brag about:

• Their kids can go to the public schools because they get a really great education there.
• Their homes are surrounded by mature trees, green lawns, and lush gardens. 
• Their families can safely walk or bike to school, parks, pools, and the local library.
• Like other Houstonions, they may drive around a lot. But they average less than a mile per trip.  In fact, their year-old car may have only 5,000 miles on it, but the brakes are probably already worn out.
• The West U police officers and firemen respond in moments, even if it’s only because “the kids let the dog out.”
• They plan for two days before heading to The Galleria because "it’s so far away”.
• A friend calls with an extra ticket to a downtown show and they can say, “No problem.  Just give me fifteen minutes to get there.”
• And, they actually know their neighbors.

Residents of West U are rightfully spoiled -- With a location so close to jobs, school, shopping, museums, theaters, and restaurants, their commuting time is less than Houstonians.  That, in turn, allows more time for family, friends, neighbors, and recreation!

So, are you a West University Place resident?

And if not, don’t you wanna be?