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Houston, TX
Houston · Harris County · TX 77019
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$817K
Median Price
75/100
Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
6 min
to Downtown Houston
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
77/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
75/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Gulfton is an expensive, car‑dependent neighborhood with a decent school system but very low walkability. It’s close to downtown, so commuters will love the short drive, but the lack of pedestrian infrastructure and potential noise make it a mixed bag for families and remote workers.
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The Good
- ✓High median home value indicates a relatively affluent area
- ✓Close proximity to downtown Houston (6‑minute drive)
- ✓Strong high‑school options with good ratings
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !Very low walkability and public transit options
- !High home prices may outpace local wages for many residents
- !Noise and traffic can be an issue with heavy car dependency
- !Limited green space and outdoor recreation opportunities
- $High property taxes
- $Higher insurance rates for homes in affluent areas
- $Potential maintenance costs for newer, upscale homes
Best For
young professionals who commute to downtownfamilies looking for good schoolsinvestors seeking high‑end propertiesremote workers with high income
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Houston, TX
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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