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Recommend near Northside Homes as Investment? As a realtor, I’m pretty conservative when predicting appreciating neighborhoods to recommend. I base my recommendations on what has already happened; i.e. Oak Forest, Timbergrove, Heights, Idylwwod …all areas  of strong growth because of location, cohesive neighborhoods, strong pride of ownership. I also recommend areas based what might happen; i.e. Lindale [...]

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Houston Historic Preservation Ordinance Update

by Rich on September 22, 2010

A Revision to the Houston Historic Preservation Ordinance was recently drafted by the Houston City Council, after many tumultuous meetings. A revision that makes more sense to me but leaves some preservationist unhappy. Instead of re-hashing this article, I’ll quote from Houston Chronicle – 09/18/10 Chron.com:“The city on Friday released the final draft of a [...]

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Woodland Heights Historic District?

by Rich on June 21, 2010

Woodland Heights Historic District? Woodland Heights subdivision** is not yet a historic district, but took its first step in getting there by turning in to City Council a petition signed by 51% of residents.  Maybe it will join other Heights Historic Districts: Houston Heights East;  Historic Heights West;  and tiny Freeland Historic District. The historic designation issue was [...]

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 Interactive Map of Houston Inner Loop Neighborhoods These area areas I know, love, and concentrate on. Clicking on the name of the neighborhood will take you to my latest posts on that subdivision. I know, I don’t have posts on all these areas yet, but soon will have. If you are considering buying or selling a home [...]

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Considering Moving to The Heights?

by Rich on October 5, 2009

“The Heights” ” is a unique Houston neighborhood built in the 1910’s to 1930’s. It is now an eclectic area of distinguished restored homes, homes needing updating, period-look new construction, and unique shopping areas. The close-in location and historical nature has driven the price steadily upward. The demand for the updated older home and for new [...]

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