Westchase District offers a unique suburban lifestyle combined with the energy of living in the city. We have more than 2 million square feet of retail space, so you don’t need to leave the area to accomplish your banking, grocery shopping or dry cleaning. Plus, it’s just minutes to the Galleria, CityCentre, Memorial City Mall and Sugar Land Town Center. Parents of children can opt for area public schools, plus the District is home to several private schools offering educational options for infants through 12th grade. And several college campuses offer adult students advanced degree options. Churches, healthcare providers, fine restaurants and other amenities mean that individuals and families can enjoy the best of city life and suburban living in Westchase District. Explore your options on our FindIt map.
Apartments
If you’re looking for the no-maintenance simplicity of apartment community living, look no further than Westchase District. Some of our newest communities feature movie theaters and billiard rooms. All communities have exercise rooms, swimming pools and business centers. Some communities have three-bedroom units, perfect for small families. Others offer one-bedroom apartment homes for the busy professional who doesn’t stay home long enough to enjoy the amenities. Click here for a complete list of apartment communities in Westchase District. Many communities have been accepted into the Houston Apartment Association’s Blue Star Program, in which they work with HPD to meet high public safety standards. Westchase District residents enjoy easy access to their jobs, shopping, schools, restaurants, trails and recreation options, plus the peace of mind that comes with knowing the Westchase District staff is working to ensure the area is vibrant and safe for all to enjoy.
Recreation & Fitness
Westchase District offers ample opportunities for physical activity. With six health clubs and five martial arts facilities to choose from, you can work out close to work. If you want some fresh air, we have nearly five miles of outdoor, off-road trails to enjoy, with multiple exercise equipment stations placed along the way. And the best is yet to come: a 3.8-acre park on Wilcrest Drive, just north of Richmond Avenue, is under design and will begin construction next year. Quillian Center, the sports and recreation ministry of First Methodist Houston, offers sports leagues for children and adults, plus an indoor gymnasium, an open-air pavilion, two lighted softball fields, soccer fields and a beautiful aquatic venue featuring the regionally-famous Noah’s Ark Pool.
Education
We have great public schools in the Alief and Houston Independent School Districts with 10 elementary, three middle and three public high schools in the area. Westchase District also is home to six private schools, many with day care and after school options for working parents. Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of having your child attend school just minutes from your office. And whether entering higher education straight from high school or returning as an adult student, Westchase District has a variety of degree-granting programs for those seeking to further their education and careers.
Little Free Libraries
Three Little Free Libraries have been installed on the Library Loop Trail. Stocked by avid and generous readers, these quirky mailbox-like structures are filled with books free for all to enjoy. Borrow a book or leave one to share with the world – it’s a grass roots way to promote reading and randomly discover new books. If you would like to contribute books to one of our three Little Free Libraries, simply head outdoors to our Library Loop Trail, located just north of Richmond Avenue between Rogerdale Road and Wilcrest Drive, and drop some in for the next lucky reader to discover.