West University Place Homes for Sale

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 36754239 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A CHARMING 3 BEDRM 3 BATH BRICK CLASSIC ON AN OVERSIZED LOT IN THE COVETED MONTICELLO SECTION OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE. THE ASKING PRICE JUSTIFIES EITHER A HOME TO LIVE IN NOW OR SITE TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME. SOME UPDATES INCLUDE A KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES INCLUDING A VIKING RANGE PLUS A LARGE ISLAND GREAT FOR DINING AND LOTS OF COUNTER SPACE, AS WELL AS STORAGE AND HIGH END BROOKHAVEN CABINETS. ALSO A BEAUTIFUL UPDATED PRIMARY BATH WITH WALK-IN SHOWER AND A FOOTED SOAKING TUB. SPACIOUS PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH BIG CLOSET AND LOTS OF WINDOWS. INSIDE WASHER/DRYER, PATIO WITH PERGOLA, UPDATED HALL BATH, ROOF REPLACED IN 2024. ***PLEASE NOTE THE PHOTO OF THE FORMAL DINING ROOM WAS BEFORE CURRENT OWNERS MADE IT SMALLER TO ADD ANOTHER STUDY. EASY TO RESTORE THE FULL DINING ROOM. A BLEND OF QUINTESSENTIAL WEST U. WITH SOME MODERN UPDATES!

3111 Quenby, West University Place

$3,699,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 5024887 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

JUST COMPLETED in West University Place, and not your typical new construction. Set on a coveted corner lot, this 5,203 SF custom home offers an exceptional design in the location everyone wants. Walk to Rice Village, with Rice University, the Museum District, and Texas Medical Center minutes away. The first floor features formal dining, library/formal living, and a showpiece chef’s kitchen opening to the breakfast and family rooms. Custom cabinetry, statement stone, integrated appliances, and a linear fireplace take this home above the standard. Upstairs, the primary retreat delivers a spa-worthy bath, freestanding tub, oversized shower, and expansive custom closet. Three additional beds each enjoy a private ensuite bath with equally stunning finishes. An upstairs laundry, balcony, two-car garage, and considered finishes complete the home. Brand-new, just finished, and ready for its first owner. West U new construction with a point of view.

2627 Tangley Rd, West University Place

$529,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 23770628 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 6726 Buffalo Speedway, a beautiful fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome in the highly sought-after West University Place. Perfectly located near Rice Village, the Medical Center, River Oaks, and Downtown, this home offers easy access to premier dining, shopping, and entertainment. The open-concept living area is filled with natural light and opens to a peaceful atrium and private backyard, creating a serene retreat in the heart of the city. The gourmet kitchen features marble countertops, built-in appliances, breakfast bar seating, and abundant storage. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite easily fits king-sized furniture with room for seating, while the ensuite bath includes his-and-her sinks and a large walk-in closet. Oversized secondary bedrooms offer flexibility for guests or a home office. Combining urban convenience with tranquil living, this one-of-a-kind home delivers comfort, style, and an unbeatable location.

6726 Buffalo Speedway, Houston

$2,325,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 8751442 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Gorgeous home in coveted West U w/ secluded bkyd & sparkling pool—an entertainer's retreat. Flr plan flows effortlessly from liv to din to a dedicated bar area, perfect for indoor-outdoor gatherings. Kitchen anchors the home w/ abundant storage, butler's pantry & sep walk-in pantry, updated w/ quartzite counters, new cabinet drs & all-new appls (fridge excepted). All 4 BRs, incl a generously sized primary suite, are up, each w/ lg walk-in closet for exceptional storage. Unfinished 378 SF area above the 2-car garage offers flex potential for guest qtrs, art studio, or gym. Extensively refreshed in 2026: all baths updated, hdwd flrs refinished, garage flrs refinished, & home repainted—move-in ready & polished top to bottom. Roof: Pabco Lifetime Premier Shingles, installed 2022. Located in one of Houston's most sought-after, top-rated school zones, moments from West U parks, walkable village shops & easy access to Medical Ctr & Downtown.

6635 Rutgers Ave, West University Place

$1,995,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 39120935 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Situated on a sizable *7,500 sq. ft. property, this timeless West University 6-Bedroom residence combines classic curb appeal, vintage charm, and exceptional amenities featuring a first floor Primary Suite and a 3-car Garage. Inviting Entry Hall. Elegant Formals. Kitchen with Carrara marble countertops and an informal dining area opens to a cozy Den. Primary Suite down with marble bath and walk-in closet. 5 Bedrooms + a sizable Game Room and Utility Closet up. Covered balcony and painted brick paver patio below overlook a turfed lawn. A gated motor court leads to a 3-car Garage connected by a breezeway. Previously renovated/expanded in *1998 with subsequent improvements including remodeled kitchen + baths (2013) and primary suite (2023), roof replaced (2018), HVAC components (2012-2024), and majority of windows replaced in 2023 (all per Seller). Prime location with access to neighborhood parks, restaurants and retail establishments, and the Texas Medical Center. (*per HCAD).

3214 Sunset Blvd, Houston

$2,750,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 44660026 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Nestled in the heart of West University Place on an expansive 10,000-sq-ft lot, this stunning home is the perfect marriage of timeless architecture and modern luxury. Thoughtfully renovated in 2022, the open-concept layout flows effortlessly from the dramatic double-height living room to the showstopping kitchen, anchored by a 15-foot waterfall island, built-in bar with wine fridge, and finishes that belong in a design magazine. The primary suite and main living areas all open to a resort-style pool, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. Three bedrooms on the first floor and two upstairs offer flexible living, with French doors on the second level framing tranquil pool views. Major updates include a new roof, three new HVAC units, Renewal by Andersen windows, and new flooring throughout. The backyard delivers it all — pool, covered entertaining space, and a dedicated play area. This is West U living at its absolute finest.

6348 Vanderbilt St, West University Place

$2,699,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 40249274 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Exceptional opportunity to own an architectural estate sitting on a rare 20,000 SF lot in West U, one of the largest & most coveted! Competitively offered at lot value & being sold as-is, this gated Spanish-Mediterranean estate offers endless possibilities with rich architectural character. Solidly constructed with concrete, steel, & brick, the home showcases soaring ceilings, onyx flooring, carved mahogany, skylights, & stained glass. Layout includes a luxurious primary suite with private balcony, first-floor in-law suite, 4 upstairs bedrooms, a dance room, wood-paneled office, multiple flex rooms, plus a hidden safe room. Over $675K in updates: guest bath with amazonite & onyx, tiled balconies & walkways, remodeled utility room with new appliances, meditation room, & more! Fully enclosed grounds include approx. 400 SF of addtl. guest quarters with bath, kitchenette, & HVAC. Whether you build new or enjoy as-is, this is a rare chance to own premier West U land at an exceptional value.

6535 Buffalo Speedway, Houston

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West U, a little city near Rice University inside Houston’s loop, feels worlds away despite being only 2.3 square miles. Founded in 1919, this home to roughly 14,000 people boasts charming 1920s-40s houses along shady streets, fostering a tight-knit vibe. Residents enjoy parks – Colonial Park offers pools, sports, yet Friends Park features peaceful walks, likewise Westerman Park invites relaxed picnics. A quick trip puts you among Rice Village shops and restaurants, or into Hermann Park where the zoo, museums (including the Museum of Fine Arts), plus garden trails await – a quiet life with big-city access.

West University Place benefits from excellent public schooling within Houston ISD. Locals attend highly regarded West University Elementary, a standout STEAM school where students excel – 85% demonstrate math skills, moreover 90% show strong reading ability. This places it amongst HISD’s best for 2025. Lanier Middle alongside Lamar High offer advanced studies; also close by are well-known private institutions such as St. John's and The Kinkaid schools contribute significantly to quality living here. Meanwhile, the Parks along with Recreation Department enriches everyday routines via ten small parks, kids’ sports, also yearly happenings such as the West U Street Fair - all bolstered by safety measures, private patrols, plus rules keeping buildings consistent while protecting greenery, creating a secure, lively atmosphere for families.

Want a fantastic Houston home? West University Place offers upscale living - think strollable streets, excellent schools, plus closeness to both Rice University and the Texas Medical Center. It’s a strong property market where people genuinely want to be. Residents appreciate spacious properties, neighborhood gatherings, alongside a quick ten-minute trip to Downtown. All this makes it one of the city’s most secure, desirable areas. Those selling are seeing almost full price offers alongside quick sales; clever planning can improve profits as much as 7.2%. Meanwhile, investors benefit from strong gains – home values hit $1.7 million on average last September, a 2.7% rise from the previous year, also climbing 14% across five years. This is happening because there aren’t many homes available, people consistently need rentals, plus the economy feels secure, promising continued good investment outcomes.

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