Welcome to Oak Estates

Built on the site of a former private sports club, Oak Estates is a charming neighborhood known for its terrific location, peaceful ambiance and mature trees.
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location, affluent, great schools, shopping, accessibility, entertainment

LOCATED IN HOUSTON, TX

Commute Times
HOU 28m by car
IAH 32m by car
DOWNTOWN 10m by car

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Oak estates:
The secluded neighborhood contains 147 homes amongst mature trees, a quiet ambiance, and a central location with easy access to major thoroughfares.

Welcome to Oak Estates, TX, an upscale neighborhood nestled near the heart of Houston, known for its tree-lined streets, elegant homes, and close proximity to the city’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment. Located just west of River Oaks and adjacent to Highland Village, Oak Estates combines a serene residential feel with easy access to Houston's vibrant urban life. The neighborhood features a mix of stately single-family homes and modern estates, many with beautifully landscaped yards that add to its peaceful charm. Oak Estates attracts families and professionals who enjoy both its secluded atmosphere and convenience to the city.

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What to expect:
Oak Estates is home to a number of high-profile Houstonians who appreciate its laidback energy and lavish manors.

Oak Estates attracts high-profile residents who appreciate its relaxed elegance and upscale living. This exclusive community offers a similar blend of charm and luxury, with grand estates nestled among oak-canopied streets. Residents are drawn to Oak Estates not only for its beautiful, spacious homes but also for its peaceful ambiance, just a short distance from Houston’s bustling districts. Combining the seclusion of a residential haven with the convenience of nearby shopping and fine dining, Oak Estates provides a refined yet laid-back atmosphere for those who seek a distinguished address close to the city's core.

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The lifestyle:
Residents of Oak Estates enjoy the vibrant culinary and social scene, with its premier restaurants and exclusive country clubs.

First-class, exciting cuisine and social clubs. Nearby River Oaks has become a densely-packed dining, shopping and living destination. A large collection of see-and-be-seen restaurants, like Steak 48, Le Colonial and Ford Fry’s State of Grace, are frequented by Oak Estates residents. River Oaks is also home to several social clubs, like the Briar Club and the River Oaks Country Club.

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Unexpected appeal:
With a blend of historic charm and luxury style, the area offers residents a variety of upscale boutiques, designer stores, and an iconic theater showcasing unique international films.

Shopping options galore. The River Oaks Shopping Center, an Art Deco gem built in 1937, was one of the first retail meccas in the state, and residents catch indie and foreign-language flicks at its red-curtained 1939 movie palace. On the area’s western edge, the River Oaks District lures in lovers of high fashion and celebrities with its luxury retail stores, such as Dior, Tom Ford and Harry Winston.

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You'll fall in love with:
Houston’s infamous traffic may be lurking just a few minutes away, but once you drive into Oak Estates, there’s something about the quiet roads that immediately takes stress levels down a few notches.

Living in Oak Estates, you’d fall in love with the neighborhood’s graceful blend of quiet, leafy streets and luxurious charm. Each day would start with the peaceful ambiance of oak-lined avenues, while just minutes away, River Oaks' vibrant mix of high-end shopping, fine dining, and social clubs await. The sense of community, combined with the privacy of spacious estates, offers a perfect balance—ideal for hosting friends or enjoying quiet evenings at home. Plus, with Houston’s cultural hotspots so close, there’s always something to discover, from indie films at the historic theater to designer finds at luxury boutiques. Oak Estates offers a lifestyle that feels both sophisticated and warmly inviting, where you’d quickly feel right at home.

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