Harris County, Texas
Highlands Real Estate and Local Guide
Unincorporated, working-class community on the east bank of the San Jacinto River near the Houston Ship Channel, with an industrial and residential mix. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Highlands best.
About the area
Living in Highlands, TX
Former NBA guard T. J. Ford grew up in Highlands.
The housing market
Homes in Highlands
- About 76% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 75% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $191,400.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Highlands home
Stratford Branch Library
Harris County Public Library branch that has served Highlands since 1966
San Jacinto River
River bordering the community, whose higher east bank gave Highlands its name
Highlands Park
Harris County Precinct 2 park with a spray park, lighted walking trail, tennis and basketball courts, and a playground
Stratford Park
Neighborhood park with a lighted baseball field, playground, and picnic area
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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.