If you live at Museum BLVD, a development by Surge Homes, you will find yourself within a 5-minute walk of a lifestyle for which many say there is no equal. No other area within Houston’s Inner Loop has upscale homes, one of the largest cultural districts in the U.S., a gigantic park with an urban lake and golf course, a light rail, close proximity to work, and great entertainment and dining – except for the Museum District.
All of these things makes the Museum District a truly unique and privileged area of Houston to call home for a number of singles, couples, families, academics and empty-nesters.
CULTURE
Neighborhood residents enjoy more than 20 museums and galleries, many of which offer free admission on selected days and times. These institutions encompass more than half a million square feet of exhibition space and attract visitors from around the world – with rotating exhibits ensuring you’ll never see the same thing twice. Organizations include the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science (home to the Cockrell Butterfly Center and Burke Baker Planetarium), the Children’s Museum of Houston (which houses Kidtropolis, a real-life city for kids, run by kids), the Rothko Chapel, The Jung Center and The Menil Collection – to name but a few.
NATURE
Hermann Park is another gem of this community. At first glance, you may ask what is so special about this park? Well … It’s not just any park. First, it is a huge urban park and its many walking and jogging trails, lake and water features and exotic gardens will keep you impressed for hours if you wish. If you prefer to ride your bike, you can start at the park and ride for 36 miles throughout several neighborhoods without ever leaving the cycling path. Hermann Park is also home to a public golf course that is open seven days a week and the only driving range found in Houston’s Inner Loop. The park’s Miller Outdoor Theatre lets you enjoy live entertainment that includes everything from musical theatre and Shakespeare to live concerts and children’s programming – all at no cost to the public. Each year, the fireworks at the park are memorable. You will notice a strong sense of community at Hermann Park where there are many artistic and botanic activities for all ages. Also located within the park is the Houston Zoo, which houses more than 6,000 animals and hosts special events for visitors throughout the year.
ENTERTAINMENT·DINING·SHOPPING·CONVENIENCE
If dining out and enjoying a little nightlife appeal to you, plenty of nearby options are available. The culinary delights of French cuisine at Brasserie Max and Julie or Cajun-style seafood during Sunday brunch at Danton’s Gulf Coast Seafood Kitchen await you – both accessible within minutes. Sip on a cocktail and unwind as you enjoy scenic views of the Mecom Fountain and the MFAH from the lounge of the Monarch or soak up a little sun while you nosh on refreshments and appetizers by the pool or treat yourself to the spa – all within the Hotel ZaZa. No need to be a client of the hotel to experience the pool and spa – walk-ins, especially neighbors, are always welcome. If a little retail therapy is what the doctor ordered, make your way over to Rice Village for an afternoon of shopping. And if your pets need a little pampering, Midtown Doggy Daycare and Korob Pet Hotel are conveniently located a few steps away.
PROMIXITY TO MAJOR WORKCENTERS
The Museum District’s central location makes commuting for work to downtown and the Texas Medical Center a breeze – either by car or METRORail. From your 1820 Binz St. home, hopping on the light rail, which is only three blocks away (Museum District Stn or Wheeler Stn), means no rush hour congestion to deal with on your daily commute. Its accessibility to adjacent hot spots such as Montrose and Midtown make this area one of Houston’s most sought-after residential communities.
UPSCALE LIVING
Which brings us to the anything-but-cookie-cutter real estate in the neighborhood. Residences range from quaint bungalows and duplexes to grand, multi-million dollar estates and gated patio and garden homes, with glamorous new townhomes and condominiums sprinkled in for good measure. In the Museum District, vegetation is not only found in Hermann Park – there are many esplanades and boulevards with large trees that surround the neighborhood. As you might imagine, a neighborhood of this stature can command a pretty penny; nonetheless, real estate continues to appreciate so buying a home in this neighborhood is likely a good investment.
According to data from 2014 MLS sales, the median value of homes in the Museum District is $745,000. Residences at 1820 Binz St, the new Surge Homes community of 3-bedroom/3.5 bathroom single-family homes, are priced from the $420s. Quality, modern architecture, an array of European designs and finishes to choose from for your kitchen and bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and private balconies make these homes a very affordable option for this prestigious address in the city.
If upscale, inner city living, culture, a vast green expanse and an easy commute are what make you tick, try walking around the streets of the Houston’s Museum District. You might discover a neighborhood that, you too, will call “like nothing else in Houston’s Inner Loop.”
