Schools
Bellaire has public elementary, middle and high schools within city limits1.
Houston Area Guide
Bellaire homes for sale: Bellaire, TX area guide
Bellaire, the City of Homes, is a mostly residential city founded in 1908 and surrounded by Houston and West University Place1.
History
Founded by a railroad man
William Wright Baldwin, president of the South End Land Company, founded Bellaire1.
Transit
The city has a bus transit center1.
Buyer notes
Rebuilds and lot value
Many lots have been rebuilt. Compare land value on HCAD2 and check flood history3.
Common Questions
Bellaire, TX: common questions
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Bellaire, TX?
Nancy “Peaches” Brown, a realtor with LoKation Real Estate, helps buyers and sellers in Bellaire, TX and the greater Houston area. Use the contact page to send a request and she will reply to set a time.
What should I check before buying a home in Bellaire?
Confirm the city or county jurisdiction, the school assignment for the exact address and the FEMA flood map panel before you make an offer.
Why is Bellaire called the City of Homes?
Its character is mostly residential1.
Population?
17,202 at the 2020 census1.
Who founded it?
William Wright Baldwin in 19081.
Sources
Where these facts come from
Figures change. Verify details for a specific address with the official source before you decide.
- Bellaire, Texas, Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).
- Harris Central Appraisal District, Harris Central Appraisal District (accessed 2026-10-15).
- Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool, Harris County Flood Control District (accessed 2026-10-15).