Harris County, Texas
Barrett Real Estate and Local Guide
Barrett, also called Barrett Station, is a historically Black community in eastern Harris County founded by formerly enslaved Harrison Barrett in 1889. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Barrett best.
About the area
Living in Barrett, TX
Founded in 1889 by formerly enslaved Harrison Barrett, whose land purchase became one of the largest holdings in Harris County acquired by a former slave.
The housing market
Homes in Barrett
- About 87% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, a high ownership rate reflecting the community's long-settled family land.
- Roughly 78% of housing units are detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $133,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Barrett home
Harrison Barrett Historical Marker
Texas Historical Commission marker erected in 1988 honoring the community's founder
Harrison Barrett homestead
Founder's homestead, twice rebuilt by descendants on its original site
Barrett Station Community Center
Harris County Precinct community center on about 38 acres, named for founder Harrison Barrett
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.