Montrose & Museum District

Has a bohemian feel and has become increasingly gentrified over the years.

Welcome to Montrose

Montrose, Midtown, the Museum District, The Texas Medical Center and Herman Park are neighboring areas inside the 610 loop and only a few miles form downtown Houston.
 
Montrose has a bohemian feel and has become increasingly gentrified over the years. Million dollar, older homes are being renovated and preserved but new townhomes are also popping up, taking advantage of a location close to key work hubs.
 
A beautiful tree filled area, it comes with character and a rich history.
 

SEARCH TIPS

Zip 77006 covers much of Montrose but the zip and neighborhood boundaries are different.
 
Try also searching under Market Area "Montrose"
 

HISTORY

Montrose was first established in 1911. In the 1960's and 70's it became a center for counter culture movement. It also became a popular place in Houston for the LGBT community. Given its prime real estate location, the area has seen significant redevelopment but the bohemian feel is still very strong and is what makes Montrose a unique and special place.
 

POPULATION, LOCATION AND COMMUTE

Around 45,000 people call Montrose home.

It has a prime location in Neartown Houston which is a few short miles west of downtown Houston so the commute into Downtown is minutes. The Texas Medical Center is close by and a short 5-15 minute commute. The Galleria is around a 15 minute commute. Freeways are a little further with 59 to the south and 45 to the East.
 

AMENITIES

The theatre and entertainment District of Downtown Houston is very close. From parts of Montrose you can walk to world class museums including the Menil Collection, Houston Zoo, Museum of Fine Art and Museum of Natural Science with the Museum District on the doorstep. Rice Village, a major shopping and dining hub, is close by as is Rice University and St Thomas University. There is a recent HEB grocery store on Dunlavy and a Whole Foods is on West Gray.
 
 
The Menil Collection. One of many wonderful museums in the area
 

HOME STYLES

You can find it all in Montrose from tiny cottages in various states of repair, to contemporary light filled townhomes to multi million dollar mansions. Custom home building and renovations are common. This is not a master planned community but residents love that uniqueness and that no two homes or streets are the same.
 
Mid rise and high rise apartments are popping up with increasing regularity.
 
 
A typical townhome in Montrose.
 

SCHOOLS

4 HISD elementary schools zone into Montrose and include Poe, MacGregor, Wharton and Wilson. Lanier and Gregory Lincoln are the two state middle schools and Lamar is the High. Carnegie Vanguard High school is commutable. Private/magnet schools nearby include the High School Performing and Visual Arts, AOS, Presbyterian, St Johns, St Thomas and ICW.
 

NEARBY NEIGHBORHOODS

  • Museum District
  • Midtown
  • Downtown
  • Upper Kirby
  • Medical District
  • Braeswood
  • Rice
  • West University
 

HOME PRICES

With a mix of small cottages, some of which are in dis-repair, to multi million dollar homes, Montrose has every home style which can skew pricing averages. However the average home price is $650,000 with an average size of 1990 sf. Rentals vary but expect to pay in the 2's for a 2 bed apartment rental, upwards of 3k for a renovated cottage and upwards of 5k for a renovated, family size home.

Overview for Montrose & Museum District, TX

8,311 people live in Montrose & Museum District, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $65,843. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,311

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$65,843

Average individual Income

Around Montrose & Museum District, TX

There's plenty to do around Montrose & Museum District, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
67
Bikeable
Bike Score
63
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Jolie Vue Farms, Figata Crafted Paninis, and Epicurean Group.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Jolie Vue Farms Logo
Dining 2.7 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Figata Crafted Paninis Logo
Dining 3.07 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Epicurean Group Logo
Dining · $$ 3.18 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Core Theory Fitness Logo
Active 3.95 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Feet2Fins Logo
Active 3.06 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Skyline CrossFit Logo
Active 4.46 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Montrose & Museum District, TX

Population Households Employment

Montrose & Museum District has 4,202 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montrose & Museum District do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,311 people call Montrose & Museum District home. The population density is 14,218.058 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,311

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35

Median Age

54.19 / 45.81%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,202

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$65,843

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Montrose & Museum District, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Montrose & Museum District. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 47513051
MLS #: 47513051

$4,000,000

422/426 Lovett Boulevard # 6, Houston, TX 77006
3 Beds 2 Baths 7,880 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 78515804
MLS #: 78515804

$3,650,000

2006 Commonwealth Street, Houston, TX 77006
For Sale
MLS® 52282619
MLS #: 52282619

$3,000,000

2703 Mason Street # 16, Houston, TX 77006
16 Beds 16 Baths 9,640 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 14035048
MLS #: 14035048

$2,899,000

2037 Norfolk Street, Houston, TX 77098
4 Beds 7 Baths 6,104 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 32509521
MLS #: 32509521

$2,497,000

232 Emerson Street, Houston, TX 77006
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,744 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 25429892
MLS #: 25429892

$2,400,000

1606 Hazard Street, Houston, TX 77019
4 Beds 6 Baths 5,708 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 60977199
MLS #: 60977199

$2,395,000

3416 Audubon Place, Houston, TX 77006
2 Beds 2 Baths 4,699 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 86970032
MLS #: 86970032

$2,349,000

3333 Allen Parkway # 3003, Houston, TX 77019
3 Beds 5 Baths 3,935 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 66673823
MLS #: 66673823

$2,300,000

321 W Alabama Street, Houston, TX 77006
6,720 Sq.Ft.

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