Houston, TX
Houston · Harris County · TX 77004
Updated August 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$413K
Median Price
74/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
8 min
to Downtown Houston
Score Breakdown
Our Take
The area offers a quick 8‑minute drive to downtown and decent school ratings, but walkability is almost nonexistent and violent crime is high. If you need a car and are okay with a lively, mixed‑income community, you might survive here, but the risks outweigh the perks for most people.
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The Good
- ✓Very short commute to downtown Houston
- ✓Affordable median home price relative to median income
- ✓Average school ratings above 7
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !High violent crime rate in the neighborhood
- !Poor walkability forces reliance on a car
- !Rent may feel expensive compared to local income levels
- !Noise and traffic are constant in a densely populated area
- $Car maintenance and parking expenses
- $Higher insurance premiums due to crime
- $Possible security or neighborhood watch fees
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Houston, TX
Safety grade
149% higher than the national average
97% higher than the national average
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