Bellaire, TX
Bellaire · Harris County · TX 77401
Updated July 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$1.0M
Median Price
92/100
Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
15 min
to Downtown Houston, TX
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Bellaire is a pricey, affluent suburb with good schools and a short commute to downtown Houston, but it is a car‑centric, high‑flood‑risk area with limited walkability and a higher cost of living that could bite new residents.
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The Good
- ✓Affluent community with high median income and home values
- ✓Excellent public schools and many school options
- ✓Very short 15‑minute drive to downtown Houston
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (AE zone) means expensive flood insurance
- !Very low walkability and limited public transit—everything requires a car
- !High cost of living: high taxes, HOA fees, and maintenance for upscale homes
- !Limited nightlife and dining options within the neighborhood
- $Flood insurance premiums
- $Higher property taxes for large homes
- $HOA fees in many subdivisions
- $Elevated utility costs for large homes
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Bellaire, TX
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
50% safer than the national average
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