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Great for
- Clean & Green
- Medical Facilities
- Parks & Recreation
- Public Transport
- Schools
Not great for
- Lack of Traffic
- Nightlife
- Peace & Quiet
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Medical Center
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2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Hospitals, Parks, and Colleges"
Inside the 610 Loop in the heart of Houston you will find the Houston Medical Center. Major roadways here include Fannin Street, Holcombe Blvd, and Main Street. While you won’t find many subdivisions here or apartment complexes, you will discover many of Houston’s finest attractions. Visitors will notice physicians driving their BMW’s, college students crossing the streets, and hospital staff waiting on the Metro Bus. If you plan to drive your personal vehicle here, make sure you have your wallet, as just about every location requires payment for parking.
The Medical Center is obviously home to various hospitals including Texas Childrens Hospital, Park Plaza Hospital, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Beyond medical facilities you will uncover Hermann Park, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Houston Zoo. Many Houstonians residing outside of the Medical Center will make monthly trips to visit the area and explore the fascinating attractions.
There isn’t much variety when it comes to shopping in the Medical Center, unless you are looking for medical or school supplies. However, the area is home to many colleges such as Baylor College of Medicine, Houston Community College, and Rice University.
The Medical Center is obviously home to various hospitals including Texas Childrens Hospital, Park Plaza Hospital, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Beyond medical facilities you will uncover Hermann Park, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Houston Zoo. Many Houstonians residing outside of the Medical Center will make monthly trips to visit the area and explore the fascinating attractions.
There isn’t much variety when it comes to shopping in the Medical Center, unless you are looking for medical or school supplies. However, the area is home to many colleges such as Baylor College of Medicine, Houston Community College, and Rice University.
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Singles
Medical Center
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighborly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Medical Center, Rice, Houston Zoo, Science Museum"
My opinion of the Medical Center is a little jaded from when I was younger. I spent a lot of time at Texas Children's Hospital from 10 to 16, so I really hate being down there, despite the fact that the people in this area saved my life. But, the area is pretty much exclusively medical buildings. Granted, these are some of the greatest medical facilities in the US, if not the world, but there are very, very few places to plant roots. What few places there are, these few places are made for doctors and their hectic lifestyle. But, it is a very nice place to visit. Hermann Park is at the northeast portion of the neighborhood, which houses the Houston Zoo and The Houston Museum of Natural Science. The park offers myriad options for entertainment and recreation, including the Miller Outdoor Theatre and bar-b-que pits for a nice afternoon with friends and family. Rice University is just on the other side of the western border. Rice is among tops in the nation in academics, and the school offers plenty of opportunities for continuing education or workshops. The area is busy with traffic most of the time, and because the area is a medical hub, there is little chance of finding any type of nightlife. The area is also fairly noisy because of the traffic. Aside from having few options for living and other types of entertainment, this area could be the most important section of Houston you will ever visit.
Recommended for
- Singles
