Southside Place is a small municipality (~1,900 residents; 2026 estimate 1,936) entirely surrounded by Houston, just west of West University Place and south of the Southwest Freeway. It is a classic inner-loop enclave: quiet, oak-lined residential streets, its own police and fire departments, and quick access to the Texas Medical Center, Rice Village, and downtown.
The median listing price in Southside Place is $2,490,000.
Top places in Southside Place
Fire Truck Park — the city's beloved park with a community pool and playground.
Braes Heights Shopping Center — local retail on the city's edge.
Rice Village and Rice University — adjacent in Houston, minutes away.
Commuting from Southside Place
Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~10–15 minutes (approximate; ~7 miles via US-59/Southwest Freeway). The Texas Medical Center is ~5–10 minutes away.
Schools in Southside Place
Public schools: Houston Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Southside Place FAQs
What is the housing market like in Southside Place, TX? The median listing price in Southside Place is $2,490,000. Median listing price · Movoto · September 24, 2026
How is the commute from Southside Place, TX? Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~10–15 minutes (approximate; ~7 miles via US-59/Southwest Freeway). The Texas Medical Center is ~5–10 minutes away.
Which school district serves Southside Place, TX? Southside Place is served by Houston Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
