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Live Downtown

Make Downtown your new home with a historic loft near the Ballpark or in a modern hi-rise within steps of world-class theaters. With 23 miles of connected transit to nearby neighborhoods and access to over 250 bars and restaurants, join a community of almost 12K residents and become a true "Downtowner."

Houston's Growing Downtown Residential Population

The next five years will bring the greatest shift to Downtown Houston's urban core since the city began its renewal back in the mid 1990’s. The city’s focus on growing its Downtown residential population aims to double the approximately 10,140 residents within the Downtown District’s boundaries (and over 68,000 within greater Downtown).

Downtown living attracts young urban professionals working downtown, empty nesters, reverse commuters and, yes, even small families. Living options range from penthouse apartments to cool and funky lofts at all price points, thanks to the Downtown Living Initiative – a program which awards $15,000 per unit in tax rebates to developers who create homes or multifamily projects.

Explore Housing Options

"Home is where the heart (of the city) is."

Get the Lay of the Land

Get the lay of the land for Downtown’s neighborhoods, greenspaces & parks, destinations and more.

Remarkably Pet-Friendly

Explore dining options Downtown that welcome your furry friend.

Pet Friendly Dining

Residential Services

Downtown provides access to a variety of healthcare, clean, public safety and community services to make this neighborhood feel more like home.

Live Where You Work

A workplace second to none.

Downtown is home to ten of the 22 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in the Houston metro area, ranking Houston fourth in the U.S. behind New York (65), Chicago (33) and Dallas-Ft. Worth (24). The Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is home to 41 companies on the Fortune 1000 list.