Upper Kirby

Unbeatable Access to Entertainment and Shopping in the Heart of Houston
The lively neighborhood of Greenway/Upper Kirby can be found just 6 miles southwest of downtown Houston. This bustling area in the heart of Houston boasts close proximity to several renowned universities, as well as a plethora of parks, shops, restaurants, and landmarks.

Everything you need is just a short drive away in Upper Kirby. The University of Houston, Rice University, and Texas Southern University are all within a 10-mile radius and work in Downtown or the Texas Medical Center is even closer. Residents find it super easy to make plans after work/school and on the weekends with many amenities in the vicinity. The Houston Zoo, NRG Stadium, Memorial Park, Levy Park, and multiple art museums are found just a short drive away from Upper Kirby, and that’s not all! Residents also have amazing access to groceries, such as Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Kroger’s, H-E-B, AND Costco! The amount of restaurants, bars, and shopping in the area will satisfy your every need, and if you need more, drive 10 minutes to Downtown!

There are plenty of apartment buildings in the area, as well as family homes ready to be rented and owned in one of the top 10 best neighborhoods to live in Houston, TX.
What Upper Kirby Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
8.5
value
8.0
amenities
8.0
social
7.3
management
8.0
Median rents in Upper Kirby
Studio
$
1,400
1 Bedroom
$
1,630
2 Bedroom
$
2,150

Living in
Upper Kirby

Great Area for Families and Pet-Owners
Convenient Amenities
Boutique Shopping
Safe
Nice Grocery Stores and Markets
Upscale Bars & Restaurants
Levy Park - Great for Dogs!
H-E-B
Whole Foods Market
Trader Joe's
Nearby Univerisites: TSU, RiceU, UHouston
Upper Kirby — 8.7/10 Rating (based on 29 neighborhood reviews)
Very close to grocery stores- walking distance from Whole Foods, short drive to Trader Joes, Central Market and HEB!
Good restaurants nearby, close to bar scene, lots of boutique workouts nearby.
Close to Galleria area and Rice Village.
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Gables River Oaks
The neighborhood is very safe!! I love living here, I doubt I move. There is also a lot to do around this area! Bars, grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, close to malls, and very close to school!
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Gables CityWalk Waterford Square
This is a fantastic neighborhood and is a perfect compromise for someone looking to stay in the loop without losing amenities or access to restaurants and other nightlife
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The Gael
Love the area! Right across from Levy Park, and about 10-12 minutes from UH. Very close to downtown and Montrose, so it is a good central location.
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10
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Camden Greenway
clean, young professional, nice place to live & study because everyone around is a young & understanding & mature
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Gables CityWalk Waterford Square
Lots of restaurants/bars in the area, really close to Rice. Only takes me 10-15 minutes to bike to campus.
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Gables Upper Kirby
Hands down the most beautiful neighborhood in Houston! (Especially during the holidays)
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Arrive River Oaks
Close to nice restaurants and grocery stories. however, the neighborhood is not the most diverse or student budget-friendly.
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Pearl 21 Eleven
As long as you have a car this neighborhood is great.
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Aria at Willowick Park
We live above a nightclub/bar that is very loud. People often screaming in the streets. It was not open when we moved in.
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6
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Gables River Oaks
Convenient and safe.
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Windsor at West University
River Oaks is easily my favorite houston sub market.
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3333 Weslayan
Good area.
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8
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36sixty
Close to good restaurants and grocery
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Sendera at Greenway
Close to everything, not too far from campus
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9
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The Metropole
Very upscale and safe area. Lots of great food and nearby shopping for anything you need from H-E-B to the Apple Store. Also the Galleria is only 10 minutes away. Levy Park is right next to the complex and is great for dogs and kids.
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Camden Greenway
Apartment is 5 minutes from everything - Montrose/Washington night life, Rice Village, and still maintains a small neighborhood feel. Bus #25 runs directly to campus and stops only a block away.
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10
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Richton Street Apartments
Friendly neighborhood. Right next to Levy Park - good for dogs and a few restaurants. Very close (less than 5 min) to multiple grocery stores, restaurants.
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9
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Camden Greenway
Close to everything. Right next to Levy Park, which is a beautiful and enjoyable new park with outdoor workouts and dogs galore!
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10
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Avenue Grove
A little too hoity toity for me, but excellent location, good shopping, and an easy 15-17 min commute to school
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Foresters Pond Condominiums
Safe neighborhood with good food and shopping. More oriented towards families and older couples.
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Arrive River Oaks
Very nice neighborhood with good restaurants nearby.
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8
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Upper Kirby
Very nice neighborhood near lots of stores and restaurants. The area is much nicer than the complex.
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8
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Sendera at Greenway
Close to restaurants, bars, movie theater and mall.
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7
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Camden Plaza
I love the area around me!
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10
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Gables River Oaks
The neighborhood is very safe. I am located in River Oaks. The apt gives me city vibes.
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9
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Arrive River Oaks
River Oaks is amazing.
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8
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Gables River Oaks
Good location.
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8
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36sixty
No issues.
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7
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Gables Cityscape


Getting to Know
Upper Kirby

Neighborhood Boundaries
East to West Boundaries: Shepherd Dr to W Loop S
North to South Boundaries: Westheimer Rd to Bissonnet St
dining
BAMBU
Joe’s Deli
Local Foods
Oporto Café
Salata
grocery
HEB
HEB
Kroger
Trader Joe’s
Whole Foods
convenience
Chevron
CVS Pharmacy
Randalls Food & Drug
Walgreens
Walgreens
fitness
Bike Island
Centre Fitness Fusion
Elite MMA - Greenway Plaza
Fred Astaire Dance Studio
Houston Personal Trainer
parks
Levy Park
River Oaks Park
coffee
Kolache Shoppe

Best Apartments
in Upper Kirby

Camden Greenway
1 Bed $1,279
2 Beds $1,589

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The Flats at West Alabama
1 Bed $1,596
2 Beds $1,852

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The Boulevard Apartments
1 Bed $1,315
2 Beds $1,485

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Greenway Court
Studio $1,125
1 Bed $1,160
2 Beds $1,395

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Gables Upper Kirby
1 Bed $1,619

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Gables CityWalk Waterford Square
1 Bed $1,140
2 Beds $1,545

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