Montrose
Bungalows, townhomes and mid-rise condos near the Menil Collection, the Museum District and the Westheimer restaurant corridor.
Market snapshot.
Source: Redfin, Neartown-Montrose housing market (Redfin calculations from MLS and/or public records), all home types, three months ending September 2026; 104 homes sold in September 2026. Accessed October 28, 2026. Medians move with the mix of homes that sell; this is market context, not a valuation of any home.
Property taxes: The total tax rate varies by address (city, county, school district and any MUD). Confirm the rate for a specific property with the county appraisal district.
Homes & features.
A mix of 1910s–1930s bungalows and two-story homes, fourplexes and small apartment buildings, newer townhomes, and mid- and high-rise condominiums.
Several Montrose-area subdivisions are City of Houston historic districts (for example Avondale and Westmoreland), where exterior changes need city approval.
Sources draw Montrose's boundaries differently, so medians from different sites will not match. This page uses Redfin's broader "Neartown-Montrose" area.
Historic district rules: City of Houston Historic Preservation.
Common ZIP codes: 77006, 77098 (parts), 77019 (parts).
Getting around.
Main routes: I-69/US-59, Westheimer Rd, Montrose Blvd, Allen Pkwy and Main St (METRORail Red Line to the east).
| To | Distance | Drive, no traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Houston | 2.2 mi | about 5 min |
| Texas Medical Center | 2.9 mi | about 7 min |
| Bush Intercontinental (IAH) | 24.0 mi | about 38 min |
Free-flow estimates from an approximate area center using OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, calculated October 28, 2026. Rush-hour drives take longer; test your own commute at the times you'd travel.
Walk Score®: 86/100 for the Neartown-Montrose area, as shown on the Redfin page above (accessed October 28, 2026).
Public schools.
| District / campus | 2026 TEA rating (score) |
|---|---|
| Houston ISD (district) | B (85) |
Source: Texas Education Agency 2026 A–F Accountability Ratings, released August 14, 2026; each name links to its TEA summary report. Look up any campus on TXschools.gov. Accessed October 28, 2026.
Montrose is in Houston ISD. Zoned campuses vary by address, and Houston ISD also offers magnet and choice programs. Confirm the zoned schools for any address with Houston ISD. District sites: Houston ISD.
Things nearby.
- The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel, with the Museum District next door
- Restaurants and shops along Westheimer Rd and Montrose Blvd
- Buffalo Bayou Park just north via Allen Pkwy
Before you buy anywhere in the Houston area: check the property's flood zone on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, review Harris County Flood Control District resources where they apply, and read the Seller's Disclosure Notice, which in Texas includes flood questions.
Thinking of selling here?
See what your home could sell for in today's Montrose market. A MAC agent will prepare a comparative market analysis from recent nearby sales.
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Montrose questions.
What kinds of homes are in Montrose?
Montrose has a mix of 1910s–1930s bungalows and two-story homes, fourplexes and small apartment buildings, newer townhomes, and mid- and high-rise condominiums.
Are there historic districts in Montrose?
Yes. Several Montrose-area subdivisions are City of Houston historic districts (for example Avondale and Westmoreland), where exterior changes need city approval.
Which schools serve Montrose?
Montrose is in Houston ISD. Zoned campuses vary by address, and Houston ISD also offers magnet and choice programs. Confirm the zoned schools for any address with Houston ISD.
What is my Montrose home worth?
request your home value and a MAC agent will prepare a comparative market analysis from recent nearby sales.