Harris County, Texas
West University Place Real Estate and Local Guide
Affluent, family-oriented residential city entirely surrounded by Houston and Southside Place, known for its walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods and highly rated schools. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know West University Place best.
About the area
Living in West University Place, TX
Ranked the wealthiest suburb in Texas as of 2025 and nicknamed "The Neighborhood City".
The housing market
Homes in West University Place
- About 93% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Nearly 96% of homes are detached single-family houses.
- The median home value is roughly $1.4 million.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes West University Place home
West University Elementary School
Spanish Renaissance-style school campus that opened in 1925
West University Baptist Church
Congregation established in 1928
Colonial Park
City park at 4130 Byron Street with a swimming pool, tennis courts, and playground
West University Place Recreation Center
Municipal recreation center offering city programs and classes
Neighborhoods
West University Place areas to know
Pemberton
Platted residential subdivision within the city
Monticello
Platted residential subdivision within the city
Colonial Terrace
Platted residential subdivision within the city
Sunset Terrace
Platted residential subdivision within the city
College Court
Platted residential subdivision within the city
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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.