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    Drake's big buy leads Houston's top 10 real estate stories of 2024

    Brianna McClane
    Dec 26, 2024 | 3:30 pm
    The ranch is situated on 313 acres of land.

    Drake's acquired the 313-acre ranch earlier this year.

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    Editor's note: The top real estate stories of 2024 reaffirmed what Houstonians already know — this city is a fantastic place to call home. Locals were captivated by news of rapper Drake settling nearby and by numerous rankings highlighting Houston-area neighborhoods as top places to live. Houston’s most well-known billionaire also made headlines with three major property acquisitions this year, including the prestigious River Oaks District. Meanwhile, stunning mansions continued to draw attention, along with plenty of oohs and aahs from readers.

    1. Drake finally confirmed as new owner of $15 million Dos Brisas ranch near Brenham. Rumors that the rap icon had acquired the sprawling 313-acre ranch just 45 minutes outside of Houston sparked excitement, reaffirming Texas' status as a celebrity hotspot. Houstonians couldn't help but imagine scoring an invite to the former resort, now transformed into the private retreat of the Canadian musician and actor.

    2. 2 Houston-area ZIP codes top 2023 list of hottest housing markets in U.S. The Opendoor report highlighted Cypress (77433) and Katy (77493) as the top two ZIP codes in the nation for homebuyers in 2023. Key factors driving interest included turnkey homes, competitive housing prices, and convenient locations, underscoring the appeal of these Houston-area communities.

    3. Kingly Houston community is the No. 2 friendliest American neighborhood. Kingwood made a name for itself as the No. 2 friendliest American neighborhood. All Star Home, a home improvement services website, found that 18.75 percent of reviews for Kingwood-based businesses were described as "friendly."

    4. Travel + Leisure ranks tight-knit Houston suburb No. 2 in America. Houston suburbs continued to gain national attention, with Travel + Leisure declaring Cinco Ranch the second-best suburb to live in America. The report analyzed realtor feedback and data to decide the best suburbs based on "affordable housing, top-rated schools, and excellent job opportunities."

    5. Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta buys River Oaks development for a reported $450 million. Fertitta expanded his real estate empire with the purchase of River Oaks District, a nearly 14-acre property located on Westheimer just east of 610 that's home to high-end retail and top restaurants such as MAD, Steak 48, and Loch Bar.

    6. 6 Houston neighbors shine on new list of best small cities in America. WalletHub’s “The Best Small Cities in America” report included recognizable names to Houstonians: Friendswood, Rosenberg, Conroe, Missouri City, Spring, and Galveston. The report compared more than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 residents.

    7. This $4.85 million Hill Country ranch with its own lazy river is going wild on social media. Listed for $4.85 million and featured on the popular Zillow Gone Wild social media account, commenters all across the country dreamt of owning this Boerne ranch largely due to its elaborate lazy river.

    8. Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta buys more than 5 acres of Galleria-area properties. Fertitta continued his shopping spree with the purchase of two properties, a 9-story office building and a 3.4-acre vacant lot that are adjacent to The Post Oak, his award-winning hotel.

    9. River Oaks mansion by famed architect hits market for $18.9 million. This gorgeous 1938 home was designed by Houston architect John F. Staub, the man behind properties such as the River Oaks Country Club, Bayou Bend, and Rice University's Fondren Library. The home, listed for $18.9 million, sits on 1.6 acres and features modern amenities with historic charm.

    10. Washington Ho lists Bellaire's 'Luke Skywalker house' for $5.5 million. The reality TV star-turned-real estate agent named the Bellaire property after the Jedi as a counterpoint to the West U “Darth Vader house.” Located at 4616 Oleander and listed for just over $5.5 million, Ho showed off his realtor skills by selling the home in October.

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    greenside taking shape

    4 wellness concepts are first tenants at new Memorial City development

    Holly Beretto
    Feb 19, 2026 | 9:40 am
    Rendering of exterior of Greenside
    Courtesy of MetroNational
    Greenside, a wellness-themed concept in a former warehouse near Memorial City, announced its first wave of tenants

    Greenside, the wellness-focused development in a former warehouse complex located just north of Memorial City Mall at 1085 Gessner Rd, has announced its first tenants. They include a curated mix of modern wellness and standout dining.

    Honest Mary’s, the fast-casual restaurant known for chef-crafted bowls made from scratch with thoughtfully sourced ingredients, is slated to open this fall. The Greenside location will be the second in Houston for the Austin-based restaurant, joining an outpost in the River Oaks Shopping Center that opened last year. The concept’s CEO, Nelson Monteith, started Honest Mary’s in 2017 in order to fulfill his vision of a restaurant which could serve food that’s fast, fresh, and affordable. Guests choose from signature bowls or build their own, starting with warm grains and seasonal roasted vegetables and finishing with house-made dressings and toppings.

    “We wanted to open a second Houston location quickly to build on the momentum from River Oaks,” Monteith said in a statement. “Memorial has long been a key West Houston community for us, and Greenside stood out immediately because of the team behind it. With MetroNational, Radom Capital, and Michael Hsu Office of Architecture involved, it felt like a winning trifecta and made the decision easy.”

    Greenside guests can also expect the health bar Leemoo. The brand’s vibrant menu of smoothies, açaí bowls, and fresh-pressed juices uses proprietary smoothie and açaí formulations, house-made ingredients, and carefully sourced produce. Crafted around balance, flavor, and performance, Leemoo seeks to deliver exceptional taste and everyday vitality, according to press materials. With one location in the Montrose Collective, the Greenside spot will be Leemoo’s second location in Houston.

    The award-winning day spa Hiatus is also part of Greenside’s lineup. The concept blends nourishment with rejuvenation, offering guests expert-led, results-driven treatments and a calm, welcoming environment. The spa aims to redefine self-care as an essential part of an everyday routine.

    “We’re very excited to bring Hiatus to Memorial and continue expanding into Texas communities,” said Kate Sazer, CEO of Hiatus. “Our goal is to make… self-care approachable and part of everyone’s routine, helping guests feel better, recharge, and prioritize wellness as a regular part of life.”

    Solidcore, the acclaimed high-intensity, low-impact fitness brand known for its signature reformer-based workouts, is opening a location at Greenside. The studio already has locations in the Heights and Montrose, and is known for offering a premier, full-body training experience that redefines luxury fitness.

    “Greenside reflects the kind of environment we look for when bringing Solidcore into a community,” said Josh Rainey, Solidcore’s senior director of real estate and growth. “It’s a place designed for connection and everyday routines, and that aligns closely with how our members experience our studios. We’re looking forward to becoming part of the Memorial area and creating a welcoming space where people can build strength, consistency and community close to home.”

    Greenside is a collaboration between MetroNational, the real estate development firm that owns and operates Memorial City, and Radom Capital, the Houston-based developer behind M-K-T Heights and the Montrose Collective, among others. Designed by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture, Greenside is designed to be a community destination with a welcoming, family-centric neighborhood experience in West Houston.

    “Greenside is being thoughtfully designed as a place where people can gather and enjoy the best of what Houston has to offer every day of the week,” said Danna Diamond, vice president of leasing at MetroNational. “This initial mix represents the kind of brands we’re proud to bring to Memorial and west Houston: experience-driven, authentic, and rooted in quality.”

    Additional leasing announcements will be shared in the coming months as Greenside continues to take shape.

    Rendering of exterior of Greenside

    Courtesy of MetroNational

    Greenside, a wellness-themed development in a former warehouse near Memorial City, announced its first wave of tenants

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