Ashford Real Estate Guide

Ashford homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Ashford is an established deed-restricted community of more than 900 homes. It is located west of Beltway 8 in west Houston. Developed in the 1960s, Ashford features three subdivisions. They are known for their tree-lined streets, close-knit community, and small-town charm. Ashford is just minutes from the affluent Memorial area.

Ashford is famous due to its:

• PARKS AND TRAILS: Ashford homes are nestled below Terry Hershey Park and Buffalo Bayou. Residents may enjoy the park's extensive hike-and-bike trails, picnic areas, and outdoor playgrounds. They are just a short walking distance from the community. (Read Best Houston Neighborhoods for Running and Biking)

• PROXIMITY TO BUSINESS AND RETAIL HUBS: South Dairy Ashford Road bordered Ashford to its west. Terry Hershey Park's Robin Loop Trail bordered to its east. Briar Forest Drive runs through the community. Because of its location, Ashford is accessible from Houston's leading business and amusement hubs. The neighborhood enjoys multiple routes to Downtown Houston, Texas Medical Center, and Energy Corridor. It would be via I-10, I-69, and Westpark Tollway.

• ACTIVE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: The neighborhood has a well-organized homeowners association. They maintain the community amenities and uphold deed restrictions. Ashford has an active Women's Club and swimming team as well. Community amenities include tennis courts and playgrounds. There are two gated pools located north and south of the neighborhood.

• THREE SUBDIVISIONS: Ashford has three subdivisions. Ashford South stretches south of Westella to Waldemar. Ashford Forest runs north of Westella to Buffalo Bayou. The third one, Ashford Forest Lakes, is south of the Buffalo Bayou.

• TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: Ashford is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD). West Briar Middle School has 7 out of 10 great school ratings. Other nearby schools are Ray Daily Elementary School, Shadowbriar Elementary, and Westside High School. There are several notable private schools nearby as well.

• HOME ARCHITECTURE: Styles of Ashford homes feature traditional architectural types. English, colonial, ranch, contemporary, and modern designs are available. Ashford homes sit on tree-lined streets and cul-de-sacs. It features vintage homes updated with modern fittings, including hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and custom built-ins. There are gourmet kitchens, landscaped yards, and sparkling pools as well. Prices can start at around $150,000 to more than $800,000.

Ashford real estate can be tricky to navigate. The neighborhood is near main roads and freeways, which can hurt resale. Ashford has deed restrictions as well. It is best to contact the best Ashford realtor, an expert in the community.

To get personal advice on buying or selling homes in Ashford, contact Paige Martin, one of Houston's best realtors and one of the top-ranked Realtors in the United States.

“Holly Hernandez is a true pro. She was an absolute life saver to work with on the sale of our house and purchase of a new one. When shopping for our next home, she and the Houston Properties team were super organized in coordinating showings and making sure our time was spent efficiently. They sent us valuable information on each house we were interested in that we couldn't have found on our own, and they helped us navigate through 3 different contracts before we found the "one." Holly is an expert negotiator and understands the inner workings of the industry so well. She was also great about pointing out structural, workmanship and community details we might've otherwise missed as we were mesmerized by design style and fixtures. It really helped to have her perspective and gut check moments. On the selling side, we were first-time sellers trying to move our 40-year-old home during a pandemic, so we needed a bit of extra hand-holding and education during the process. Through each milestone we celebrated and each roadblock we encountered, she was a fully present, knowledgeable and thoughtful voice of reason. She negotiated fiercely to get us the best deal possible, she and her team communicated clearly and frequently every step of the way, she brought in best-in-class photography and staging to set us up for success AND she took all of our anxious phone calls and text messages with patience and honesty. We went through lots of ups and downs in this process, but Holly and her team were steady in their professionalism and care. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking to make a move.” - Natalie Wells (Google Review)

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Table of Contents

1. Ashford Home Sale Trends
2. Ashford Best Realtor Insights
3. Ashford Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Ashford Schools
5. Ashford Real Estate Market

Ashford Home Sale Trends

Ashford is an established deed-restricted community. Located west of Beltway 8, it has more than 900 homes. Ashford has three subdivisions - Ashford South, Ashford Forest, and Ashford Forest Lakes. Ashford boasts a small-town charm and is near the affluent Memorial area.

Ashford is famous due to its:

• PARKS AND TRAILS: Ashford sits below Terry Hershey Park and Buffalo Bayou. The parks offer extensive hike-and-bike trails, picnic areas, and outdoor playgrounds.

• ACCESSIBILITY: Ashford has easy access to Houston's central business and amusement hubs. It has various routes to Energy Corridor, Downtown Houston, and Texas Medical Center. Residents can travel via I-10, I-69, and Westpark Tollway.

• ACTIVE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION: Ashford has a well-organized homeowners association. They maintain the community amenities and uphold deed restrictions. There is an active swimming team and a Women's club in Ashford.

• TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: Ashford is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Students may attend Ray Daily Elementary School and Shadowbriar Elementary. West Briar Middle School and Westside High School serve the community as well.

Ashford homes sit on tree-lined streets and cul-de-sacs. The community features vintage homes updated with modern fittings. There are gourmet kitchens, landscaped yards, and sparkling pools as well.

Ashford Best Realtor Insights

Ashford is an established deed-restricted community of more than 900 homes located west of Beltway 8 in west Houston.

• Ashford features three subdivisions known for its quiet tree-lined streets, close-knit community, and small-town charm just minutes away from the affluent Memorial area.

• Ashford is roughly bordered by South Dairy Ashford Road to its west and Terry Hershey Park’s Robin Loop Trail to its east, with Briar Forest Drive running through the community.

• Ashford is easily accessible from Houston’s main business and entertainment hubs. The neighborhood enjoys multiple routes to Downtown Houston, Texas Medical Center, and Energy Corridor via I-10, I-69, and Westpark Tollway.

• Ashford homes are quietly nestled below the Terry Hershey Park and Buffalo Bayou. Residents may enjoy the park’s extensive hike-and-bike trails, picnic areas, and outdoor playground just a short walking distance from the community.

• Ashford is zoned to the Houston ISD. Students in the area may attend Shadow Briar Elementary, West Briar Middle School, and Westside High School. There are also a number of notable private schools nearby.

• The neighborhood has a well-organized homeowners association that maintains the community amenities and upholds deed restrictions. Ashford also has an active Women’s Club and swim team.

• Community amenities include tennis courts, playgrounds, and two gated pools located north and south of the neighborhood.

• Ashford homes are mostly done in traditional architectural styles, but English, colonial, ranch, contemporary, and modern designs are also available. Ashford homes sit on quiet tree-lined streets and cul-de-sacs.

• Ashford homes for sale feature vintage homes updated with modern fittings including hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, custom built-ins, gourmet kitchens, landscaped yards, and sparkling pools.

• Prices for Ashford homes for sale can start at around $150,000 to more than $400,000.

Ashford Maps, Location & Zip Code

Ashford Schools

Ashford is zoned to schools from the highly regarded Houston Independent School District (HISD).

The HISD features several National Blue Ribbon and multi-award-winning schools.

Students can attend Ray Daily Elementary School and Shadowbriar Elementary. West Briar Middle School and Westside High School also serve Ashford. There are several notable private schools nearby as well.

Middle Schools

• West Briar Middle School at 13733 Brimhurst Dr. West Briar serves students from 6th to 8th grade. It has 7 out of 10 great school ratings. West Briar ranked #13 in HISD Middle Schools and #404 in Texas Middle Schools. West Briar offers AP Spanish Language and Culture. The school also has elective classes for Fine Arts and Technology. The school also has an advanced program for the Gifted and Talented (G/T).

To find an updated listing of all Ashford real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at [email protected] with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Ashford areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me.

Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year. The information provided above is accurate but not guaranteed. Please double-check by visiting the school's website.

Ashford Real Estate Market

Ashford Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Ashford is a neighborhood consisting of more than 900 single-family homes. These homes are primarily done in traditional architectural styles. But English, colonial, ranch, and contemporary/modern designs are also available.

The majority of single-family homes in Ashford are historic buildings that have had modern updates. They come with hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and custom built-ins. Ashford single-family homes also feature gourmet kitchens, landscaped yards, and sparkling pools.

Single-family homes in Ashford can cost anywhere between $150,000 and over $800,000. Prices vary depending on size, location, and other factors.

Ashford Townhomes Sale Trends

There are no townhomes in Ashford. There are, however, plenty of townhome options available in nearby neighborhoods.

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Ashford real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston townhomes or learn more about properties that could be a fit for you.

Ashford Condo Sale Trends

There are no mid- or high-rise Ashford condos for sale, but plenty of units are available in the surrounding areas.

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the nearby Galleria area, see Galleria Houston Condos. To see other condos within Downtown Houston, see Downtown Condos. To see condos within Museum District, see Museum District Condos.

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Ashford real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston condos or learn more about buildings that could be a fit for you.

Ashford TX History

The community was developed in the 1960s to give residents spacious homes and lots of green space. Ashford has three subdivisions that feature tree-lined streets and well-maintained homes.

The three subdivisions within the neighborhood are Ashford South, Ashford Forest, and Ashford Forest Lake.

Its active civic association contributed to preserving Ashford's look and feel. It is also responsible for enforcing the community’s deed restrictions and maintaining neighborhood amenities.

Even now, Ashford is regarded as one of the city's most attractive and well-kept neighborhoods.

Fun Things To Do Near Ashford

Ashford is known for its diverse culture and plenty of activities to enjoy. It offers everything from outdoor parks to delicious restaurants and shopping centers.

Residents and visitors alike will have plenty of fun things to do in this vibrant neighborhood.

Here are some of the best places in or nearby Ashford:

Golf Courses

• Lakeside Country Club
• Precision Golf Academy
• Nottingham Park Disc Golf Course
• Topgolf
• GOLFTEC Memorial City

Shopping

• Macy's
• Marshalls & HomeGoods
• T.J. Maxx
• Target
• Dillard's
• Walmart Supercenter
• Johnny Was | Women's Clothing Store
• World Market

Groceries

• Lyons Supermarket
• Randalls
• Midtown Food Store
• Kroger
• D F Food Store
• Richard's Grocery Store
• Super K Food Store
• Target Grocery

Dining

• Lomontes Italian Restaurant and Bar
• District 7 Grill Midtown
• Moxies Houston Restaurant
• Barnaby's Cafe
• Hungry's
• Island Grill - Bunker Hill Rd. - Houston
• Bellagreen
• Laurenzo's
• North Italia
• Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews

Run/Bike/Hike Trails

• Terry Hershey Park, Hike & Bike Trail
• Noble Road Trail Parking Lot
• Bear Creek to Chatterton Trail
• Bear Creek to Langham Creek Trail
• Cullen Park

Entertainment:

• Ron's Pub
• Molly's Pub
• Red Lion British Pub
• The Phoenix on Westheimer
• Mr. C's Irish Pub
• Ashford Pub
• El Invazor Nite Club

Best Ashford Realtor – Paige Martin

As featured on Fox News in the Morning, Houston Business Journal, and Houston Magazine, Paige Martin, a consistent Top Producing Broker-Associate and head of the Houston Properties Team, is ranked as one of the top residential real estate agents in the world.