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River Oaks
Houston's most iconic address, with estate homes, the River Oaks Country Club and upscale shopping nearby.
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Where to eat in River Oaks
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The Perfect Saturday in River Oaks
9 AM
CoffeeDunkin'10:30 AM
[Trails or outdoor activity] [Park or trail, area]1 PM
[Lunch and a stroll] [Shopping area]6 PM
[A game or a show] [Venue, area]Live
What it's like to live here
- Typical homes
- Estate homes, custom new builds and high end townhomes
- Single-family range
- $315K to $19.2M
- Townhome/condo range
- $110K to $3.0M
- School district
- Houston ISD (verify each address)
- To the Galleria
- 8 to 9 min
- To the Medical Center
- 14 to 18 min
- To Downtown
- 14 to 16 min, about 6.8 miles
- Flood notes
- Significant 100-year floodplain exposure along the Buffalo Bayou corridor that runs through the neighborhood. Verify by address.
- Property tax
- About 2.13% combined rate
Dillon's take
River Oaks is its own market with its own rules, and many homes trade quietly. Deed restrictions matter here, so review them before you plan any project.
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River Oaks this month
Based on closed HAR MLS sales, 2025-01 to 2026-10. Independently verify before relying on these figures.
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FAQ
Common questions about River Oaks
Is River Oaks a good place to live?
Houston's most iconic address, with estate homes, the River Oaks Country Club and upscale shopping nearby. It fits luxury buyers who want prestige, privacy and a central location.
How far is River Oaks from downtown Houston?
14 to 16 min, about 6.8 miles.
What school district serves River Oaks?
Houston ISD (verify each address)
Does River Oaks flood?
Significant 100-year floodplain exposure along the Buffalo Bayou corridor that runs through the neighborhood. Verify by address.