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Alief

A diverse, affordable area in southwest Houston with some of the best Asian food in the city along Bellaire Boulevard.

$226KTypical home value
25 to 27 minTo the Galleria
Alief ISD (verify each address)School district
[~000,000]Residents

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What it's like to live here

Typical homes
1970s and 1980s single family homes and townhomes
Single-family range
$55K to $565K
Townhome/condo range
$25K to $820K
School district
Alief ISD (verify each address)
To the Galleria
25 to 27 min
To the Medical Center
31 to 36 min
To Downtown
44 to 47 min, about 16 miles
Flood notes
[Flood zone and drainage notes. Verify by address.]
Property tax
About 2.25% combined rate

Dillon's take

Alief gives you a lot of house for the money and incredible food nearby. Check the age of roofs, plumbing and foundations on older homes.

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Market

Alief this month

Based on closed HAR MLS sales, 2025-01 to 2026-10. Independently verify before relying on these figures.

$225,500Median sale price
28Median days on market
341Homes for sale
$234,900Typical asking price

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Neighborhoods

Subdivisions within Alief

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Neighborhoods

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Bear Creek South Established west side subdivisions near Bear Creek Park, with trails and sports fields close by. View guide →
Briar Hollow A small pocket just east of Uptown, with townhomes, condos and quick access to Memorial Park. View guide →
Briargrove A well kept neighborhood between the Galleria and Tanglewood, with big lots and mature trees. View guide →
Briargrove Park / Walnutbend Established, family friendly subdivisions off Westheimer with parks, pools and active civic clubs. View guide →
Briarmeadow / Tanglewilde Quiet streets off Westheimer between the Galleria and Westchase, with townhomes and single family homes. View guide →
Charnwood / Briarbend A small, quiet collection of established streets on the west side with mature trees and larger lots. View guide →
Eldridge North Newer west side subdivisions north of Interstate 10, close to the Energy Corridor and George Bush Park. View guide →
Energy Corridor A major job center along Interstate 10 with Terry Hershey Park trails and quick access to Katy. View guide →

FAQ

Common questions about Alief

Is Alief a good place to live?

A diverse, affordable area in southwest Houston with some of the best Asian food in the city along Bellaire Boulevard. It fits first time buyers and families looking for value.

How far is Alief from downtown Houston?

44 to 47 min, about 16 miles.

What school district serves Alief?

Alief ISD (verify each address)

Does Alief flood?

[Flood zone and drainage notes. Verify by address.]

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