West University Place Real Estate
West University is small city that is part of the Houston Metropolitan area. The community is also known as West U, West University Place, and "The Neighborhood City." The West University Place real estate market has attracted many upper middle class families, well-educated urban professionals and retirees for its scenic community parks, top-tier schools, family-friendly atmosphere, and nearby amenities.
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West University Homes & Condos
West University real estate is dominated by single family homes, though buyers will find ample selection of stylish condos in West University as well.
At one time, two-story homes were the primary housing style, but in recent years there has been a great deal of new construction and tear downs in the region. Older West University homes start in the $500,000+ range, and are generally characterized by smaller square footage, but with larger lots. New homes in West University Place are larger than their predecessors, many with up to 6,000 square feet of living space.
Over 80% of all homes and condos in West U are owner-occupied, which indicates a high level of economic and neighborhood stability. Residents here truly care about preserving the quality of their community, which means that the incidence of crime is very low, and property values continue to stay strong despite ups and downs in the national housing market.
West University Place homes currently have a median value of approximately $630,400.
About West University Place, TX
A little over 15,000 people reside in West University Place, which is located just 5 miles from Houston. Home values and household income in West U are much higher than the state average, while the unemployment rate is much lower.
Education is a priority in this area, with nearly 80% of adults holding at least a Bachelor's Degree. Services and amenities are abundant in the West U area, as West University is just a short drive to Downtown Houston, the Galleria, and the world-class Texas Medical Center.
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