Cottage Grove Houston Maps and Neighborhood Guide By Paige Martin

Cottage Grove Houston Neighborhood

Located just off TC Jester between I-10 and the railroad tracks, Cottage Grove is just 10 minutes from the premier districts of The Galleria, Downtown Houston, and Midtown.

It is an emerging community with a collection of vintage cottages alongside newly constructed townhomes and apartment complexes. Cottage Grove Houston is gaining popularity among young professionals and empty nesters due to its:

• IDYLLIC COMMUNITY: This private community has tree-lined streets, greenbelts, and parks that exude a cozy living atmosphere. Well-maintained walking trails are ideal for early morning or late afternoon walks.
• ACCESSIBLE LOCATION: Its central location inside the 610 Loop, close to Memorial Park, allows its residents to gain access to some of Houston's sought after districts. METRORail traverses the community and buses also ply Shepherd and Washington Avenues.
• PROXIMITY TO ENTERTAINMENT VENUES: Exploring the outskirts of the area will bring residents to some of Cottage Grove's leisure, shopping, and recreational venues. It is also several minutes away from the bustling city of Downtown Houston.
• WIDE RANGE OF HOMES FOR SALE: Cottage Grove homes for sale include single-family homes, multi-family homes, townhomes, and single-detached homes. Architectural styles mostly follow traditional and neo-traditional designs.
• ACTIVE CIVIC CLUB: Cottage Grove Civic Club supervises the community development. Last 2011, the organization celebrated the community's centennial anniversary.

Cottage Grove Houston Neighborhood Information

Located within the Loop 610, near the Memorial Park, Cottage Grove is between Westcott Avenue and Shepherd Drive. It also has Katy Freeway (Interstate 10) traversing the community.

This well-developed neighborhood is roughly 10 minutes away from Downtown Houston and is also near the private and upscale communities of Rice Military and Memorial Park.

Cottage Grove Houston, despite its closeness to busy districts, maintains its cozy atmosphere with its narrow tree-lined streets, vintage cottages that beautifully blends with the newly constructed townhomes and apartment complexes.

Cottage Grove Houston is within the 77007 zip code of Harris County.

Fun Things To Do Near Cottage Grove Houston, TX

Conveniently located near shopping districts, schools, parks and landmarks, Cottage Grove residents have varied recreational options.

Cottage Grove Houston, near Memorial Park, has access to the park's many amenities including exercise trails, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, playgrounds, and golf course.

One of the most visited recreational areas within the neighborhood is the Cottage Grove Park. It features full covered basketball court, a playground, a 60-foot baseball field, and paved parking. Further improvements on the park are underway as the Houston City Council approved a Chapter 380 agreement that agrees to provide incentives for neighborhoods to make improvements. Due to this, Cottage Grove will have bike and hike trails built on railroad spurs.

Moreover, residents of Cottage Grove are also working on extending its existing hike and bike trail from Shepherd Dr to Hempstead Rd.

Here are some of Cottage Grove Houston must-visit places:

Restaurants

• La India Bakery
• Papa Mo's Deli
• Beck's Prime
• IHOP
• Jack in the Box
• Culver's
• Arby's
• Carl's Jr.
• Applebee's
• Blimpie

Nightlife

• Outlaw Dave's Worldwide Headquarters
• Down the Street
• Bayou City Bar & Grill
• Catty Corner Ice House
• Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon
• Cottonwood
• Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar

Shops

• Anthony's Fast Stop and Washeteria
• Industrial Instrument
• Houston Stone Center

Groceries

• D F Food Store
• My Fit Foods
• Snap Kitchen
• El Tiempo Market
• Shepherd Food Store

Parks

• Memorial Park
• Cottage Grove Park
• Tidwell Park
• Discovery Green

Cottage Grove Schools

Zoned to Houston Independent School District (HISD), students of Cottage Grove can attend the following public schools:

Elementary Schools

• Memorial Elementary School. Memorial Elementary School has a Recognized standing from Texas Education Agency (TEA). GreatSchools.org notes the school's 4 out of 5 stars rating. It also has a 6 out of 10 academic score, highlighted by its Grade 3 pupils testing 93% and 100% in Math and Reading. Both are well above the state average.
• Love Elementary School. Love Elementary School is a Neighborhood Vanguard School located at 1120 West 13th Street that serves students from PK-5. It has a GreatSchools.org rating of 4 out of 10 stars.

Middle School

• Hogg Middle School. Hogg Middle School carries an Academically Acceptable TEA rating. Greatschools ranked it 5 out 10, with its students' test scores hovering around the state average.

High Schools

• Waltrip High School. Stephen Pool Waltrip High School located at 1900 West 34th Street serves students from grades 9 to 12. It has Houston ISD's Research and Technology magnet program.
• Lamar High School. TEA rates Lamar High School as Recognized. Lamar High School currently has the biggest number of students who graduate with the IB Diploma in Texas.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a two-year educational programme primarily aimed at students aged 1619. It serves as a qualification for entry into higher education.

Private Schools

Cottage Grove is also near some of Houston's notable private schools:

• River Oaks Baptist School. Located at 2300 Willowick Rd, River Oaks Baptist School is a coed, non-sectarian school for students PK-8. It has affiliation with NAIS and has a GreatSchools.org rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
• St. Theresa Catholic School. This catholic school located at 6623 Rodrigo St. is part of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and is also a member of the National Catholic Educational Association. It employs co-education.
• St. Thomas High School. It is an all-boys Catholic school at 4500 Memorial Dr that serves students from grades 7 to 12. It is also has an affiliation with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and the NCEA.

Cottage Grove Houston Homes For Sale

Cottage Grove Houston is known for its vintage cottages that blend well with its narrow tree-lined streets. However, due to recent real estate developments, the neighborhood now has townhomes and multi-family homes that follow traditional and neo-traditional home styles.

Traditional homes for sale feature vaulted ceilings, sweeping stairs, large cabinets, and granite finishes. Most properties come with wide backyards, covered patios, and ponds.

Neo-traditional homes in Cottage Grove have stone detailing, shutters, and columns that contribute to the community's old-fashion charisma.

This neighborhood of 500 homes has a median home size of 1,050 square feet built on a median lot size of 5,350 square feet. Homes, on average, have 2.27 bedrooms and 1.35 baths.

Homes for sale have a price range of $90,000 to $283,000, with a median sales price of $146,016.

With its $153.27 price per square foot, Cottage Grove homes for sale are still one of the most affordable properties within the Inner Loop.

Single-Family Homes For Sale

Recent developments in the area paved the way for construction of new single family homes following traditional and neo-traditional homes for sale. The community still has the vintage cottages alongside newly built single family homes and townhomes.

Some have 3-to 4-story single family homes built within private and gated communities and are under the supervision of a HOA.

A typical single family home within a private community in Cottage Grove has 3 bedrooms and 3-4 baths. Living space can range from 1,725 to 2,615 square feet, with some even featuring a private pool, cabana, and a golf course.

Older homes have a starting price of $90,000, while newly constructed units can go for over $500,000.

Townhomes For Sale

Due to the growing number of young professionals moving to the Inner Loop, Cottage Grove developers started building townhomes and apartment complexes to answer the demand for more affordable residential abodes.

Townhomes for sale in Cottage Grove Houston are mostly within gated communities that have corresponding deed restrictions. Rendezvous

Cottage Grove townhomes vary widely. Some have 3 or 4 stories with 3 to 4 bedrooms featuring open floor plans. Upscale four-story townhomes come with private game rooms, rooftop terrace, and state-of-the-art kitchen appliances.

An average townhome selling for $360,000 features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath on a 2,267 square feet of living space.

Lake Arabelle, a private and gated community developed by InTown Homes located within Loop 610 near TC Jester and I-10, feature energy efficient and environmentally friendly properties. The units are within a beautifully landscaped gated community and have a dog park, walking trails, and a pool.

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