Briar Hollow Real Estate Guide

Briar Hollow homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Briar Hollow is a mix of gated communities, high-rise condominiums, and world-class retail centers. Located south of Memorial Park and the Buffalo Bayou, the community is directly west of River Oaks, Houston’s most expensive neighborhood.

The area features:

• LUXURY HIGHRISES: The Wilshire and the Arabella, two new upscale high-rise developments, are located within Briar Hollow. These luxury condos offer lavish amenities, including 24-hour concierge and valet services, private elevators and garages, fitness centers, and even areas for pets.

• UPSCALE GATED COMMUNITIES: Audubon Hollow, Eaton Square, and River Hollow are among the best-gated communities in Houston. Apart from 24/7 security, these communities also offer central community park areas, beautiful patio homes and townhomes, and other luxury amenities.

• GREAT ACCESSIBILITY: Located south of Memorial Park and the Buffalo Bayou, residents are minutes away from the Galleria and Post Oak Plaza. River Oaks District and Highland Village are also near the neighborhood, offering a mix of upscale boutiques and other options.

• IB WORLD SCHOOLS: Briar Hollow homes are zoned to the Houston Independent School District. Three IB World Schools serve the area: the School at St. George Place, Lanier Middle School, and Lamar High School. (See Best Houston Neighborhoods With Top Houston Schools)

The Briar Hollow real estate can be tough to navigate due to the diversity of home types in the area and its proximity to train tracks, freeways, and main roads.

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Table of Contents

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

Briar Hollow Home Sale Trends

Located south of Buffalo Bayou and Memorial Park, Briar Hollow is home to numerous upscale gated communities, luxury high-rise condominiums, and world-class retail centers. The neighborhood is nestled between the Galleria and River Oaks, one of Houston’s most expensive neighborhoods.

The community is known for its:

• PROXIMITY TO GALLERIA: Briar Hollow provides quick access to the Galleria, one of the city’s most vibrant retail and business districts. The area is home to over 23 million square feet of office space and around 5 million square feet of retail spots.

• HIGHLAND VILLAGE & RIVER OAKS DISTRICT: The neighborhood is located near the River Oaks District and Highland Village, which offer a mix of premier boutiques and high-end dining. Other exciting retail centers nearby are Uptown Park and Post Oak Plaza.

• MEMORIAL PARK: Residents can enjoy miles of hike and bike trails, the Memorial Park Golf Course, and the Seymour Lieberman Exer-trail. The 1500-acre Memorial park has croquet, volleyball, skating, swimming, and tennis facilities, along with playgrounds and picnic spots.

The Wilshire and the Arabella are two new upscale high-rise developments with lavish amenities located within Briar Hollow. Audubon Hollow, Eaton Square, and River Hollow are among the best-gated communities in Houston.

Briar Hollow Best Realtor Insights

Briar Hollow is a mixed-use district located south of Memorial Park and the Buffalo Bayou.

• The neighborhood of Briar Hollow features luxury high-rise buildings, upscale gated communities, and mid-rise residential condos.

• Gated communities like Audubon Hollow, Eaton Square, and River Hollow are a few of the communities in Briar Hollow.

• Wilshire and the Arabella are two upscale highrise developments in Briar Hollow. Amenities include 24-hour concierge and valet services, private elevators, private garages, fitness centers, and pet-friendly areas.

• Briar Hollow homes offer 2- to 5-bedroom floor plans. Home sizes range from 1,200 to more than 5,000 square feet.

• Briar Hollow residents are minutes away from the city's most exciting retail centers. This includes the Galleria, Uptown Park, Post Oak Plaza, River Oaks District, and Highland Village.

• Briar Hollow residents can access miles of hike and bike trails. The Memorial Park Hike and Bike Trails are a must-go option.

• Briar Hollow residents also have access to some of Houston's best bars and pubs. The Railyard Houston, Giorgio's, and H Bar are some popular options among residents.

• Residents of Briar Hollow can also access some of Houston's world-class golf courses. River Oaks Country Club and Houston Country Club are nearby.

• Three IB World Schools serve the Briar Hollow area. the School at St. George Place, Lanier Middle School, and Lamar High School.

• The average Briar Hollow home's price is $1,100,000. Luxury townhomes and condos can sell for more than $5,000,000.

Briar Hollow Maps, Location & Zip Code

Briar Hollow Schools

Briar Hollow is zoned to the Houston Independent School District (HISD).

Established in the 1920s, Houston ISD is the largest school district in the state (with 283 schools). The Texas Education Agency (TEA) gave the district a “Met Standard” rating.

Houston ISD features several International Baccalaureate (IB) World schools. This includes Lamar High School, Lanier Middle School, and St. George Place Elementary School.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary School

• St. George Place Elementary School at 5430 Hidalgo St. A school known for its IB World School (Primary Years Programme). St. George Place Elementary School is 7/10 by greatschools.org. The school is also a Vanguard neighborhood school for Gifted and Talented students.

Middle Schools

• Lanier Middle School at 2600 Woodhead St. Greatschools.org rates Lanier Middle School with a 9/10. The school serves an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for its students. The school also has Vanguard Magnet Programs for gifted and talented students.

Middle Schools

• Lamar High School at 3325 Westheimer Rd. Home of the Lamar Texans and one of the oldest lacrosse programs in the state. Lamar High School is an International Baccalaureate World School serving the Diploma Programme. The school boasts the most graduates with IB diplomas in Texas and features other academic programs.

Private Schools

The following are some of the more notable private schools near Briar Hollow.

• St. John’s School at 2401 Claremont Ln.

• Afton Oaks School at 4739 Ingersoll St.

• Presbyterian School at 5300 Main St.

• St. Anne Catholic School at 2120 Westheimer Rd.

• Episcopal High School at 4650 Bissonnet St.

To find an updated listing of all Briar Hollow 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 Briar Hollow 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.

Briar Hollow Real Estate Market

Briar Hollow Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Briar Hollow is known for its luxury single-family homes alongside attached homes. Older homes in the neighborhood date back to the mid-1970s, though most have been updated.

Briar Hollow homes can offer 2- to 5-bedroom floor plans, spread over 1,200 to upwards of 5,000 square feet. Lot sizes vary, though most homes in the area offer smaller lots (patio homes and townhomes).

Architectural styles are primarily contemporary/modern.

The most expensive Briar Hollow real estate are within the exclusive luxury communities. These include Briar Hollow Estates and Audubon Estates, among others.

Briar Hollow homes for sale can start at around $300,000 to upwards of $1,300,000.

Briar Hollow Houston Townhomes Sale Trends

Luxury townhomes within gated communities are common in Briar Hollow. Raintree Place, the 24-hour guard-gated community, is located within the neighborhood.

Gated communities in the area feature premier amenities. These are central park areas, landscaped grounds, and manned gates/secure access.

Briar Hollow townhomes typically offer 3- to 4-bedroom, 3-story floor plans. Sizes range from 2,000 to over 3,000 square feet of living space, with 2,500 to 4,000 square feet lot areas.

Prices for Briar Hollow townhomes for sale range from $200,000 to over $1,000,000.

• Audubon Hollow

• Bancroft Square

• Raintree Place

• The Park at Briar Hollow

Briar Hollow Condo Sale Trends

There are a number of midrise and luxury highrise Briar Hollow condos. Unit sizes, floor plans, and building amenities vary.

• The Arabella - This luxury highrise is one of Randall Davis’ newest condo developments and is set to open its doors in 2017. It features 34 stories, with 109 condo units. Prices range from $700,000 to more than $1,200,000. Penthouse units at the Arabella tend to sell for upwards of $5,000,000.

• The Wilshire – Located within the River Oaks District, The Wilshire is a 17-story luxury condominium. Also set to open in 2017, the highrise features 96 units and great amenities. Prices of Wilshire condos for sale can start at $800,000 and can get up to more than $2,500,000.

• Chateau Briar Hollow – Built in 2004, Chateau Briar Hollow features 24 units tucked within a wooded nook near the Buffalo Bayou.

• Highland Tower – A 15-story residential building within Briar Hollow, Highland Tower features 99 condo units. Prices for units in the building typically go from $400,000 to around $2,000,000.

• 58 Briar Hollow Lane

• Park Square One Condominiums

• Briarglen

Here are more condos in the nearby River Oaks and Galleria area.

River Oaks:

• River Oaks Garden

• Piedmont at River Oaks

• Huntingdon

• The Royalton at River Oaks

• Bayou Bend Towers

• Inwood Manor

• Regency House

• Renoir Lofts

• The Willowick

• The River Oaks

Galleria:

• Cosmopolitan

• Astoria

• Montebello

• Villa D’Este

• Four Leaf Towers

• The Bristol

• Empire Lofts

• Lofts On Post Oak

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the 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..

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Briar Hollow TX History

The area where Briar Hollow now sits used to be farmland. Unlike surrounding neighborhoods, Briar Hollow’s development came in bursts during the 1970s. It came in a form of small upscale gated communities, and condominiums.

Raintree Place, Riverhollow (also River Hollow), and Park Square Condominiums were all built during this period between the 1970s and 1980s.

The other communities in Briar Hollow came later, including Eaton Square and Audubon Hollow, two of the best-gated communities in Houston.

Today, Briar Hollow remains a popular option due to its central location, proximity to the Galleria, and high accessibility.

Fun Things To Do Near Briar Hollow Houston

Briar Hollow residents have easy access to some of Houston’s outdoor entertainment and retail centers. Both Memorial Park and the Galleria area are within minutes away.

Previously an army boot camp, Memorial Park is one of Houston’s largest urban parks. The 1,400-acre area park is home to several popular spots, like the Memorial Park Golf Course and the Seymour Lieberman Exertrail. Facilities for tennis, swimming, croquet, and other sports are all available within the park. There are also miles of multi-use trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds to be explored.

The Galleria/Uptown area, on the other hand, is home to around 5,000,000 square feet of retail and commercial space. The Galleria is one of the largest retail centers in the country, with over 2 million+ square feet of leasable space. Anchors include Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

The River Oaks District and Highland Village, two upscale shopping and entertainment hubs, are blocks away from Briar Hollow homes.

Here are some of River Hollow Houston's must-visit places:

Dining

• rise nº2
• Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette
• Steak 48
• Etoile Cuisine et Bar
• Hopdaddy Burger Bar
• North Italia
• Bebidas
• Songkran Thai Kitchen
• True Food Kitchen
• Shake Shack

Retail

• Uptown Park
• Post Oak Plaza
• River Oaks District
• Highland Village
• The Galleria
• River Oaks Shopping Center
• Sage Plaza Shopping Center

Nightlife

• Belvedere
• Story Ultralounge
• Le Colonial
• The Tasting Room
• Bar 12
• The Cellar Bar
• The Remington Bar
• The Railyard
• The West End
• Seasons 52

Groceries

• Central Market
• Westcreek Market and Deli
• H-E-B
• Target
• Hatterman Poultry Farm
• Whole Foods Market
• Urban Harvest Farmers Market
• Randalls
• Kroger

Golf and Outdoor Entertainment

• River Oaks Country Club
• Memorial Park
• Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
• Seymour Lieberman Exercise Trail
• Memorial Park Tennis Center
• Memorial Park Golf Course
• Picnic Loop

Best Briar Hollow 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.

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