Briar Meadow

Briar Meadow

Houston, Texas Homes for Sale

About Briar Meadow

Briar Meadow is a neighborhood in west Houston. It is located along parts of the Westpark Tollway and between Beltway 8 and 610 Loop. Two of the busiest streets and largest commercial districts in Houston run through the neighborhood: Westheimer Road and Richmond Avenue. The Uptown/Galleria area is just to the east of Briar Meadow, causing heavy traffic in the neighborhood but also making it a prime location for real estate, businesses, and culture.

Quick Facts

Current Prices: $79,990 to $1,375,000

Closed Prices: $64,500 to $3,395,000

Median Sale Price: $257,750

Average $ per sq ft: $193

Association Fee Ranges: $175/quarter, $0 to $2550, $0 to $6600, $10 to $868/mo

Type: Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home

Age: 1947 to 2022

Sq. Ft.: 510 to 12311 Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms: 1 to 7 Bedrooms

Bathrooms: 1 to 10 Bathrooms

Lot Size: 0 - 5+ acres

Around Briar Meadow

There are many nice, quiet subdivisions in the neighborhood. Property types are eclectic here and range from single-family homes to luxury condominiums. The majority of residential communities can be found on Westheimer Road, Richmond Avenue, South Gessner Road, and Memorial Drive on the north side. Due to its location, the properties on the market in this area tend to be more expensive compared to other neighborhoods.

There is a variety of ethnic and American restaurants in the area. Whether you’re craving premium steaks, French cuisine, or a hot bowl of traditional Ramen noodles, this neighborhood has it all. The most popular areas for the city’s foodies are on Westheimer Road and Richmond Avenue. However, be warned that traffic in these perpetually busy areas tend to get clogged up during the evenings, especially on weekends and holidays.

This area is a mix of suburban residences, urban commercial districts, and luxury condos. You will see a diverse group of people in this area, reflecting Houston’s increasingly dynamic and exciting demographics. Economically speaking, the area is considered affluent and you will see evidence of this in the properties, luxury cars, and high-end retail shops.

You will find a wide range of bars, lounges, hookah cafes, and restaurants with menus rich with different beers, cocktails, and some of the city’s most unique cuisines. The nightlife scene here is trendy but unpretentious, and has a more laidback atmosphere than Washington Avenue. Having said that, Westheimer Road still reigns as one of the city’s liveliest spots on Friday nights—a reputation it’s had for many years. All in all, there is something for everyone.

Residents like to relax at nearby parks, such as Memorial Park in Rice Military. There are also a handful of country clubs that residents can join, like the Houston Country Club and Lakeside Country Club. Grab brunch or a pick-me-up along Westheimer Road.

Locals Love

  • Plenty of tree-cover
  • Many retail shops
  • Variety of restaurants

Locals Don't Love

  • Expensive properties
  • Occasional flooding
  • Traffic

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