Fourth Ward Neighborhood Guide Houston, TX
About
The Fourth Ward neighborhood in Houston, Texas is rich in history and culture. The neighborhood, one of the city's oldest African-American communities, is located just west of downtown Houston, bordered by West Dallas Avenue, West Gray Street, and Taft Street. It's within walking distance from Buffalo Bayou Park, a picturesque urban green space that offers outdoor activities and events. This neighborhood is also easily accessed by Interstate 45, making commuting a breeze.
What You Will Love about Fourth Ward, Houston, Texas
- The Fourth Ward's rich African-American history and vibrant culture.
- Proximity to Buffalo Bayou Park, a major hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Easy access to Interstate 45, which makes commuting to downtown Houston or other areas quite convenient.
What's Nearby
Fourth Ward is sandwiched between trendy Midtown and art-centric Montrose, both known for their bustling nightlife, eclectic eateries, and boutique shops. The neighborhood is also close to downtown Houston, where you can find major commercial and business centers. The nearby Buffalo Bayou Park offers ample recreational opportunities.
The Rental Market
The rental market in Fourth Ward has an average rent for 1-bedroom apartments at $1050.0, a reasonable rate considering the neighborhood's prime location. The price can vary, with the highest average being $1500.0. It's worth noting that its proximity to popular locales and downtown Houston can impact these rates.
Rental Price Stability
Over the past year, the rental rates in Fourth Ward have demonstrated a moderate level of stability. The standard deviation of the average price is $162.18, indicating that while there are fluctuations, they are relatively minor in the grand scheme of things.
Lifestyle
Living in Fourth Ward, you'll experience a blend of historical charm and urban convenience. The neighborhood offers a wide variety of cultural events and institutions, reflecting its African-American heritage. Its proximity to parks, related amenities, and vibrant neighboring districts, make it a great place for active individuals who enjoy the outdoors and city life.
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Rental Trends in Fourth Ward
| Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
| $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 | $1375 |
| $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 883 restaurants, 51 grocery stores, and 56 parks within a mile of the Fourth Ward neighborhood.
Midtown Food StoreRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2313 Bagby St
- Bun Penny Food & Wine
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store, Wine Store
•0.6 miles
715 Henderson St
Sea-3Business and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, General Contractor, Petroleum Supplier, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.6 miles
1111 Bagby St
- Smith Elsie & Associates Design
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
511 Peden St
- Gray Stop & Shop
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
702 W Gray St
- Randalls
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
2225 Louisiana St
- Midtown Food Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.5 miles
2313 Bagby St
- Bun Penny Food & Wine
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store, Wine Store
•0.6 miles
715 Henderson St
- Smith Elsie & Associates Design
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
511 Peden St
- Gray Stop & Shop
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
702 W Gray St
- City Hall Farmers Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market
•0.7 miles
901 Bagby St
- Spec's Wine Spirits Finer Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
2410 Smith St
More Than CakesDining and Drinking, Bakery
•0.1 miles
1100 W Dallas St
- Tony's Corner Pocket
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Gay Bar, Restaurant, Burger Joint
•0.2 miles
817 W Dallas St
- Samatha's Baking
Dining and Drinking, Bakery, Dessert Shop
•0.2 miles
1322 Bayou Oaks Vista Dr
- Seaside
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.3 miles
702 W Dallas St
- South Bank Seafood Bar
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.3 miles
702 W Dallas St
- Brisket Bar-B-Q
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, BBQ Joint
•0.3 miles
138 W Gray St
- Midtown Market
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.4 miles
218 Gray St
- Demi's Dog House
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.4 miles
239 W Gray St
- Happy Dogs Daycare and Inn
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.4 miles
516 Henderson St
- CVS Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.5 miles
402 Gray St
- Bark Busters Houston
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.5 miles
537 Sawyer St
- Sea-3
Business and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, General Contractor, Petroleum Supplier, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.6 miles
1111 Bagby St
Eleanor Tinsley ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.3 miles
150 Sabine St
- Bethel Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.3 miles
1387 Crosby St
- Wiley Park
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.3 miles
1414 Gillette St
- The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.4 miles
105 Sabine St
- Sabine Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
100 Sabine St
- Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.4 miles
105 Sabine St
Rutherford B H Yates MuseumArts and Entertainment, Museum, History Museum
•0.1 miles
1314 Andrews St
- Freedom over Texas HQ
Arts and Entertainment, Business and Professional Services, Office
•0.2 miles
500 Allen Parkway
- Bering & James
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
805 Rhode Pl
- The Escape Hunt Experience Houston
Arts and Entertainment, Escape Room
•0.3 miles
125 W Gray St
- Houston Art Car Parade
Arts and Entertainment
•0.4 miles
Allen Pkwy and Taft
- Houston Margarita Festival
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•0.4 miles
105 Sabine St
Electric Charging StationTravel and Transportation, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
•0.1 miles
919 Gillette St
- Shave
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
702 W Dallas St
- Shave - A Gentleman's Barbershop
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
702 W Dallas St
- Fine Line Cosmetic Tattoo
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.3 miles
805 Rhode Pl
- Hi Cleaners
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Dry Cleaner
•0.3 miles
165 W Gray St
- MidTown Hair Studio
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.4 miles
1215 Oneil St
Method PilatesSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Pilates Studio
•0.3 miles
805 Rhode Pl
Lee and Joe Jamail SkateparkSports and Recreation, Skating, Skate Park
•0.4 miles
103 Sabine St
- Paper Street Crossfit
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.4 miles
1006 Taft St
- The Downtown Club at The Met
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.4 miles
340 W Dallas St
- Fonde Rec Center Basketball Courts
Sports and Recreation, Basketball, Basketball Court
•0.5 miles
110 Sabine St
- Bombshell Bootcamp
Sports and Recreation, Personal Trainer
•0.5 miles
170 Sabine St
Tony's Corner PocketDining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Gay Bar, Restaurant, Burger Joint
•0.2 miles
817 W Dallas St
- Seaside
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.3 miles
702 W Dallas St
- Lost & Found
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Hookah Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•0.3 miles
160 W Gray St
- Lucio's BYOB
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.3 miles
905 Taft St
- Amahle Bar & Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Bar, Cocktail Bar
•0.4 miles
1916 Baldwin St
- Oakmont Houston
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Business and Professional Services, Convention Center
•0.4 miles
1916 Baldwin St
The African American Library at the Gregory SchoolCommunity and Government, Library
•0.3 miles
1300 Victor St
- Julia Ideson Building
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
500 McKinney St
- Houston Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
500 McKinney St
- Houston Central Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
500 McKinney St
- Houston Metropolitan Research Center Houston
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
500 McKinney St
- City Of Houston Legal Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
900 Bagby St
- US Secret Service
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.3 miles
1801 Allen Pkwy
HFD Ems HeadquartersCommunity and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.5 miles
500 Jefferson St
- Houston Fire Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.5 miles
600 Jefferson St
- Roach & Newton, L.L.P.
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
•0.6 miles
1111 Bagby St
- Houston Fire Department Station 8
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.6 miles
1919 Louisiana St
- Kindred Hospital Midtown
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.6 miles
105 Drew St
Fourth Ward Apartments and Rentals
564 Rental properties in Fourth Ward, Houston, TX.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 4.3% | 17.3% |
| utilities | 3% | 0.2% |
| food | 3.3% | 0.1% |
| transportation | 1.7% | 8.7% |
| healthcare | 2.6% | 5.3% |
Fourth Ward Demographics
Fourth Ward Reviews
Area Has Litter
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Near Schools
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Mostly Newer Buildings
Yes
Say 2 of 3 renters
Fourth Ward Transportation
Very Walkable
Bikeable
Excellent Transit
Megabus
Bus Stop
815 Pierce St
Source: foursquare.com
Metro
Other
1201 Louisiana St
Source: foursquare.com
Fourth Ward Schools
- 6/10
Gregory-Lincoln Education Center
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- 10/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 7/10
Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 7-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK, K-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
- 7/10
Grades 6-8 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Fourth Ward
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Inner LoopNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,834 | 11% |
| MidtownNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,432 | 2% |
| MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| DowntownNeighborhood in North-houston, Texas | $1,584 | 7% |
| Downtown HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,654 | 19% |
| Neartown - MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,600 | 3% |
| River OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| SouthmoreNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| South Central HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,449 | 4% |
| Washington Avenue - Memorial ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,311 | 2% |
| Uptown-GalleriaNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,778 | 89% |
| Texas Medical CenterNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,629 | 45% |
| Greater HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,966 | -- |
| Greenway - Upper KirbyNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,716 | 21% |
| University PlaceNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| MacGregorNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| The Museum DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Hermann ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Main Street Market Square Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| AstrodomeNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,667 | 8% |
| College HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,183 | -- |
| Garden OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Lazy Brook - TimbergroveNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Northside VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| BelmontNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Second WardNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| CitadelNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Highland VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Greater OST - South UnionNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Inner LoopNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,803 | 12% |
| MidtownNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,701 | 6% |
| MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,290 | 14% |
| DowntownNeighborhood in North-houston, Texas | $2,019 | 16% |
| Downtown HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,434 | 7% |
| Neartown - MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,395 | 29% |
| River OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| SouthmoreNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| South Central HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,869 | 15% |
| Washington Avenue - Memorial ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,689 | 35% |
| Uptown-GalleriaNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,991 | 36% |
| Texas Medical CenterNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,746 | 15% |
| Greater HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,856 | 22% |
| Greenway - Upper KirbyNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,927 | 18% |
| University PlaceNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,726 | 35% |
| MacGregorNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $986 | 8% |
| The Museum DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,052 | -- |
| Hermann ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Main Street Market Square Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,399 | -- |
| AstrodomeNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,483 | 7% |
| College HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,375 | -- |
| Garden OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Lazy Brook - TimbergroveNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,337 | 6% |
| Northside VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $620 | -- |
| BelmontNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Second WardNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $914 | 0% |
| CitadelNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,596 | -- |
| Highland VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Greater OST - South UnionNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $772 | 2% |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Inner LoopNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,398 | 13% |
| MidtownNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,320 | 22% |
| MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,795 | 28% |
| DowntownNeighborhood in North-houston, Texas | $2,789 | 16% |
| Downtown HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,980 | 6% |
| Neartown - MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,974 | 37% |
| River OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| SouthmoreNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| South Central HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,677 | 39% |
| Washington Avenue - Memorial ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,187 | 2% |
| Uptown-GalleriaNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,058 | 40% |
| Texas Medical CenterNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,196 | 7% |
| Greater HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,523 | 36% |
| Greenway - Upper KirbyNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,422 | 20% |
| University PlaceNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $4,037 | 89% |
| MacGregorNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,600 | 0% |
| The Museum DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,053 | -- |
| Hermann ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Main Street Market Square Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,800 | -- |
| AstrodomeNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,926 | 37% |
| College HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,244 | -- |
| Garden OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Lazy Brook - TimbergroveNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,571 | 16% |
| Northside VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| BelmontNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Second WardNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,100 | -- |
| CitadelNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,242 | -- |
| Highland VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Greater OST - South UnionNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $847 | 2% |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Inner LoopNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $4,579 | 33% |
| MidtownNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,074 | 47% |
| MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| DowntownNeighborhood in North-houston, Texas | $7,806 | 6% |
| Downtown HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $8,631 | 113% |
| Neartown - MontroseNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,999 | -- |
| River OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| SouthmoreNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| South Central HoustonNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $11,847 | 106% |
| Washington Avenue - Memorial ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,804 | 15% |
| Uptown-GalleriaNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,155 | 33% |
| Texas Medical CenterNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,729 | 57% |
| Greater HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,410 | 18% |
| Greenway - Upper KirbyNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $4,709 | 5% |
| University PlaceNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $5,766 | 21% |
| MacGregorNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,700 | 0% |
| The Museum DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Hermann ParkNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Main Street Market Square Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| AstrodomeNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $3,751 | 5% |
| College HeightsNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Garden OaksNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Lazy Brook - TimbergroveNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,210 | 3% |
| Northside VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| BelmontNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Second WardNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| CitadelNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $2,410 | -- |
| Highland VillageNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | -- | -- |
| Greater OST - South UnionNeighborhood in Houston, Texas | $1,123 | 13% |