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Mini-Mansions Are Springing Up in Houston’s Prestigious Inner Loop Neighborhoods

November 3, 2012 billedge

Mini-mansions are springing up in Houston’s Inner Loop replacing more modest existing homes. This enticing location is much sought after by the area’s movers and shakers who don’t find the snarled suburban commute appealing. Houston is home to many billion dollar corporations and has a booming economy fueled by superior technology, resources and know how. Cities have their own characters, periods of change, decline and growth. Their appearance is a function of the needs and knowledge of their inhabitants. In … [Read more...]

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Sound of Construction in the air at BLVD Place – Inner Loop Houston

October 28, 2012 billedge

There is a comforting sound once again in the air in the Houston area.  It is the sound of construction at the intersection of Post Oak Boulevard and San Felipe, in the heart of Houston's Uptown District. As Houston real estate moves through and beyond the recession, some large scale commercial real estate projects that had been put on hold are coming to life again. One such impressive project is BLVD Place on Post Oak Boulevard.   BLVD Place in an upscale, mixed use development. The first BLVD Place project, … [Read more...]

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Best Place to Live & Shop in Houston, TX | Inner Loop Houston

October 21, 2012 billedge Leave a Comment

The Uptown Houston District consisting of 500 acres near the Galleria provides world class residential housing, office properties, and retail.   Everything the discriminating connoisseur could desire is within this shopping district.  Whether you were born to shop or just enjoy popular restaurants the entertainment options are endless. The Uptown District is home to the Galleria, Houston’s premier shopping district.  Fashionistas from all over Texas and Mexico join nearby local residents to find the latest … [Read more...]

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Luxury Homes

August 20, 2012 billedge

In Search of Excellence?

  Houston has been home to the Oil Rich, Venture Capitalists, and Civic leaders who all had a vision of the future.   They took risks daily and gambled fortunes on nothing more than their determination to succeed.   People such as R. E. Bob Smith, Frank Sharp, Gerald Hines, Judge Roy Hofeinz, Jesse Jones, Judge Elkins, and William Hogg made decisions years ago that have shaped Houston today. River Oaks Houston’s most famous luxury neighborhood came about because the Hogg brothers bought 1,100 acres of … [Read more...]

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HOA changes passed by the Texas Legislature

May 16, 2012 billedge

An estimated 4.8 million Texans live in neighborhoods with homeowners associations (HOAs). That means that nearly 20% of all Texans' property rights may be affected by rules set by entities that have been largely unregulated ... until now.Last session, the Texas Legislature passed several bills designed to better balance the interests of property owners and HOAs. These laws change how homeowners associations are governed, what HORs can and cannot do regarding penalties and foreclosures, and provide more rights to … [Read more...]

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Sharpstown

March 31, 2012 billedge Leave a Comment

Sharpstown is a 4,000 acre tract of land located in southwest Houston off Highway 59.  The subdivision was developed by Frank Sharp and his partners who bought the land in 1954 for a housing development of 15,000 homes.   Frank Sharp offered to donate a 300-foot-wide right-of-way strip through Sharpstown for the construction of the southwest freeway.  The crown jewel of Shsarpstown was to be an air-conditioned Shopping Mall.  The freeway was the heart of Sharpstown as it would provide a way for customers to come to … [Read more...]

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Lakes of Savannah

March 28, 2012 billedge

The Pearland area has experienced unprecedented growth over the past several years and Lakes of Savannah has quickly become one of the area's most popular new home communities. Lakes of Savannah is conveniently situated just south of downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center. Less than three miles from SH 288, Lakes of Savannah residents enjoy easy access to virtually every area of Houston, which translates into a shorter daily commute. Location Southwest Houston - Hwy. 6, 2.3 miles west of Hwy. 288 and 1.5 … [Read more...]

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Riverstone

December 24, 2011 billedge

Riverstone is going strong after 10 years of development. The Fort Bend community has posted record-breaking sales this year, with 2011 sales of new homes increasing 35 percent over last year. Riverstone is located just southwest of Houston in the heart of thriving Fort Bend County.  Riverstone is located just miles from the upscale Galleria area and easily accessible to all major employment corridors.  Riverstone’s main entrance is located on Highway 6, approximately three miles south of US-59. "This year's … [Read more...]

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GREATER HOBBY AREA REAL ESTATE / SUBDIVISIONS

October 4, 2011 billedge Leave a Comment

The Hobby Area is located just outside the Inner Loop on both sides of Highway 45 South.  Home buyers are driven to the area by its mid-century charm.  The area is known for its gently rolling hills, and parks.     Houstonians living inside the Inner Loop drove here in the 1950’s to shop at Gulfgate a major shopping center at the time, and to fly to exotic destinations from Hobby Airport.  The area flourished with the development of Johnson Space Center in the 1960’s.  The opening of Houston Inter-Continental … [Read more...]

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Meadow Crest

August 6, 2011 billedge

Meadow Crest is a new neighborhood being developed by Christian Vandaele of Majestic Homebuilders.  The community is located in Fort Bend County near Beltway 8 and the Fort Bend Parkway.  Standard features for the homes are 3 sides brick, ceramic tile flooring, 2 car garages, full size yards, and very large rooms.  Meadow Crest is part of the Fort Bend School District.  Hunters Glen Elementary School, Missouri City Middle School, and Marshall High School are located nearby. Qualified Homebuyers can receive $19,500 … [Read more...]

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