Memorial Elementary is a school situated on part of Camp Logan. It offers rigorous instruction complemented with a dual-language program which gives students pre-kindergarten through fourth grade the opportunity to learn new languages. It nurtures students into becoming critical thinkers and college-ready learners.
Rice Military
Located along Buffalo Bayou, Memorial is known for its picturesque views.
Overview
Overview
The Rice Military neighborhood of Houston, Texas is a vibrant and convenient area whose history dates all the way back to World War I. Today, the area is best known for the Beer Can House. The funky house located on 222 Malone Street, attracts visitors from all walks of life. Owner John Milkovisch completely transformed a regular home into that of beer cans and beer paraphernalia. Beyond that what is mentioned, Rice Military has a thriving arts scene, not to mention amazing dining, shopping, and activities.
When it comes to commutes, Rice Military does not disappoint. The area is one of Houston’s most easily accessible neighborhoods as it is surrounded by major interstates and freeways. Housing prices here range greatly: both affordable and luxury properties can be found. The high demand means the cost of living here is also increased. This in turn equates to higher costs when it comes to renting or purchasing a home or other housing types in the area.
Neighborhood Highlights
Economically friendly
Plethora of parks, trails, and nature walks
Over 100 restaurants
Top-rated schools
Large amount of employment
Easy access to Houston’s expressways and Downtown
Culture
The Rice Military neighborhood has become an inviting space for all types of Houstonians. Residents in the area are generally older here when compared to most Houston neighborhoods. The average age is 36, which is higher than that of the Houston average of 32.
A large majority — 88% — of neighborhood residents have a high school diploma. The Rice Military neighborhood is big into all sorts of arts and culture. More specifically, the Washington Corridor area of the community houses most of the community theaters, art galleries, and museums the area has to offer.
Schools
Schools
Any and all residents of Houston’s Rice Military neighborhood will be zoned to one of the three following schools: (1) Memorial Elementary School, (2) Hogg Middle School, or (3) Lamar High School. An exclusion of zoning comes from the student wanting to use freedom of school choice and/or the student opting for one of the private schools in the area. Luckily for Rice Military residents, Lamar High School and Hogg Middle School are among Houston’s finest public schools.
When it comes to private schooling there are multiple options. A few of the most notable institutions include: St. Thomas High, St. Theresa School, The Kipling School, and River Oaks Baptist School. As for higher education in the area, Rice University is the most recognized. The Princeton Review, Newsweek College Guide, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, Financial Times, and more, all listed Rice as one of the top institutions in the United States.
Housing
Housing
As mentioned above, the Rice Military geographical area is one of the only inner loop neighborhoods of Houston which have properties in the $300,000 to $500,000 price range. Homes here are still affordable, but are somewhat appreciated because of the extremely convenient central location. The neighborhood has plenty of luxurious and affordable options. You can find beautiful homes and townhomes in lavish gated communities.
On the other hand, there are also quality homes, townhomes, and apartments, further away from the neighborhood center at lower prices. When it comes to new construction, a bulk is comprised of single-family homes. Many developers have also taken down older properties and converted them to newer townhomes to meet the area’s high demand. Out of all the housing types, townhomes are on the rise in Rice Military. However, there are also listings of apartments, single family homes, condominiums, and even residential mid-rises.
Real Estate
Real Estate
Surprisingly enough, the real estate market in Rice Military is one of the strongest in all of Houston. In fact, the neighborhood boasts a 142% ten-year growth in home sales. The sales may be due to Rice Military’s convenient location, affordability, and diversity. It is also one of the only neighborhoods in Houston’s Inner Loop which have properties in the $400,000 and $500,000 price point.
Due to the high demand in the area, the average price per square feet has drastically risen. The price per square foot began in 2003 at the cost of $134 and is now averaging at $155 to $166. Thus, the median sales price has also increased. All in all, the neighborhood’s real estate market is not going to slow down any time soon. Home sales have consistently broken the previous years’ numbers, and sales are only projected to increase over the next couple of years.
Real Estate Trends
1,465k
Average Home Price
1657
Average Days on Market
1142
Months of Inventory
1424
of Current Homes Listed
4672
of Current Homes Pending
4212
of Current Homes Sold (Prior Month)
Things To Do
Things To Do
The area of Rice Military is located as one of the most walkable areas in all of Houston. Between Washington Avenue and Buffalo Bayou, running from Shepherd to Westcott, visitors can find more shops, restaurants, and activities than they will know what to do with. The neighborhood has quality parks and recreation. Take Memorial Park, Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, and Buffalo Bayou Park for example.
It also has tons of museums, art galleries, and exhibitions such as Spring Street Studios and Art Car Museum. Lovers of film and comedy will also enjoy the Rice Military area as there are tons of comedy shows, dance, theater, and more. Stop by Catalina Coffee for a fresh ground cup of joe on your way to Station Theater and go out with some friends to the Kung Fu Saloon before the night is over. The possibilities in Rice Military are endless, here you can find quality fun for the whole family.
Retail & Entertainment
Beer Can House
Over 50,000 cans adorn the Beer Can House in Rice Military, Houston. The exhibit is open both Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 5pm and you can tour the home to find out about the ongoing restoration projects. It is a unique and quirky stop to find fun for all ages.
Bayou Bend
The Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens is part of the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston. Here you can find all sorts of paintings, art, and furniture. Walk through Bayou Bend to find 28 period room settings that showcase works from 1620 to 1870.
Spring Street Studios
The Spring Street Studios is a hip exhibit space and the second addition to the Sawyer Yards complex. It is the home for approximately 75 mixed use studios for over 63 different artists. Spring Street frequently puts on community events and there is even a gallery corridor.
Memorial Park
Over four million people come to Memorial Park each year. The park combines quality amenities and the beauty of nature. Although the park is located in close proximity to central Houston, you wouldn’t even know it as there are thirty miles of serene hiking trails.
Kung Fu Saloon
If you enjoy a fun night out with friends, Kung Fu Saloon is the place to be. Here they combine fun arcade games with quality cocktails and a fun atmosphere. Occasionally the bar will even have a DJ play some tunes for visitors
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is located within Memorial Park. It is a non-profit arboretum with over five miles of nature trails, ponds, wetlands, and meadow habitats. There are even specialty gardens such as Hummingbird & Butterfly island, Sensory Garden, and Wildlife Garden.
Art Car Museum
The Art Car Museum is a private institution dedicated to contemporary art. All sorts of local, national, and international artists come to show off their work. The museum aims to encourage the public’s awareness of the cultural, political, economic and personal dimensions of art.
Station Theater
The Station Theater is the place to go for improv and sketch comedy. You can buy tickets to watch a hilarious show or try comedy out for yourself by taking one of their instructional classes. Once yearly the Station Theater even puts on the Trill Comedy Festival, which hosts an array of sketch comedy acts from all over the nation.
Buffalo Bayou Park
Buffalo Bayou Park is nestled right inside Houston, Texas. It is an 124-acre green space. Not only does it have some of the most amazing skyline views in all of Houston, but it also has a fountain and a skate park.
Catalina Coffee
If you are in desperate need of a wake me up, try out Catalina Coffee. The contemporary shop serves up some of the best freshly-roasted coffee, seasonal loose-leaf tea, and fresh pastries. The prices here are great and the ratings are even better.