Close to the Heights
Shady Acres sits in the Heights-area ZIP 77008.1
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Shady AcresNewer homes
Want a newer home near the Heights inside the city with no MUD? Shady Acres is full of them. Just know the lots are small, so check the plat for shared driveways.
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Shady Acres from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
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Daily life
What everyday life in Shady Acres looks like.
From the area’s own records and each place’s official page. Places without verified coordinates are described here but not mapped.
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Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Shady Acres’s center): The Heights H-E-B, 0.7 mi; Buffalo Heights H-E-B On Washington Ave, 3.2 mi.
Open to the public
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): St. Joseph Medical Center, 5.3 mi; HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, 6.3 mi.
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Golf nearby
Courses within about 5 miles (straight line): Memorial Park Golf Course, 2.9 mi. Membership or green fees are separate from owning a home.
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Shady Acres
Shady Acres
Shady Acres is a Heights-area neighborhood in ZIP 77008, inside the City of Houston and Houston ISD.
- $552KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,165Median sq ft
- 2012Median year built
- Memorial Park Golf Course, 2.9 mi
- Stude Park, 2.9 mi
Nearby community
Sunset Heights
Sunset Heights is a Greater Heights neighborhood platted in 1910, between Yale Street, N. Main Street, Loop 610 and 20th Street, north of the Houston Heights.
- 2001Median year built
- Stude Park, 2.0 mi
Nearby community
Brooke Smith
Brooke Smith is an older neighborhood on the east side of the Greater Heights in ZIP 77009, centered on 23-acre Montie Beach Park.
- 1940Median year built
- Stude Park, 1.5 mi
Nearby community
Westview Terrace
Westview Terrace is a small deed-restricted Spring Branch subdivision northwest of Loop 610 and I-10, between Teluco, Rolla, Silber and Story streets.
- $555KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,800Median sq ft
- 1951Median year built
- Memorial Park Golf Course, 2.1 mi
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 1.9 mi
Nearby community
Old Spring Branch
Old Spring Branch is a group of small 1950s subdivisions in Spring Branch, ZIP 77055, represented by the Old Spring Branch Civic Association since 1991.
- 1955Median year built
Nearby community
Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest is an established Spring Branch subdivision in ZIP 77055, inside the City of Houston and Spring Branch ISD.
- $312KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,478Median sq ft
- 1952Median year built
Nearby community
Oak Estates
Oak Estates is a small City of Houston subdivision in ZIP 77027 behind the Highland Village shopping center, inside Loop 610.
- $2.24MHAR 2025 median value
- 4,677Median sq ft
- 1998Median year built
- Memorial Park Golf Course, 1.9 mi
- Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, 1.0 mi
Nearby community
Spring Branch Estates
Spring Branch Estates is an established Spring Branch subdivision in ZIP 77080, inside the City of Houston and Spring Branch ISD.
- $346KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,680Median sq ft
- 1977Median year built
Nearby community
Binglewood
Binglewood is a Spring Branch neighborhood of 741 single-family homes in six sections, built around James W. Lee Park.
- $300KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,717Median sq ft
- 1959Median year built
Nearby community
Spring Branch Oaks
Spring Branch Oaks is an established Spring Branch subdivision in ZIP 77080, inside the City of Houston and Spring Branch ISD.
- $453KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,946Median sq ft
- 1955Median year built
Home figures: HAR.com 2025 Facts, as HAR shows them. Dues and tax rates: official sources with the year. Aerials: USGS The National Map (public domain).
Five things you might not know
Shady Acres details worth knowing.
- 01
Heights area, inside the city
HAR's tax table for Shady Acres lists the City of Houston, Houston ISD and Houston Community College, in ZIP 77008.1
- 02
Mostly newer homes
HAR's 2025 facts give a median year built of 2012 across 550 single-family homes, with a median of 2,165 sq ft.1
- 03
Small lots
HAR's 2025 median lot is 3,825 sq ft.1
- 04
Values
HAR's 2025 median market value is $552,032, with a typical range of $393K to $818K.1
- 05
No MUD
HAR's tax table shows no municipal utility district for Shady Acres.1
Getting around
From Shady Acres to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: Loop 610 and I-10.1
Straight-line distance, not road miles. Traffic changes by the hour, so we don’t publish drive times; the route link opens Google Maps with current traffic, which is an estimate, not a guarantee.
Neighborhood matchmaker
Which nearby neighborhood fits you best?
Compare Shady Acres with nearby neighborhoods in five questions. Matches use only HAR 2025 neighborhood figures, official tax rates and straight-line distances, never anything about who lives there.
Shady Acres market dashboard
What the market around Shady Acres is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Shady Acres alone. HAR’s Heights/Greater Heights and Timbergrove/Lazybrook market areas cover the communities around Shady Acres; we don’t claim Shady Acres sits inside either one. These are HAR’s own monthly single-family figures, read Nov. 6, 2026; HAR’s market areas have their own boundaries, so read them as the bigger picture.
Heights/Greater Heights
HAR market area · single-family
- $747,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 71Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 482Active listings, Oct 2026
- 4.9Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 27Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +0.2%Active listings vs. a year ago
Timbergrove/Lazybrook
HAR market area · single-family
- $540,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 19Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 94Active listings, Oct 2026
- 4.3Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 29Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +14.6%Active listings vs. a year ago
HAR 2025 Facts for Shady Acres (Harris): median market value $552,032, typical range $393K - $818K, median home 2,165 sq ft on a 3,825 sq ft lot, median year built 20121.
Monthly trends
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (single-family sold and active tables). Reporting month shown on each point.
Neighborhood comparisons
HAR.com neighborhood pages, “2025 Facts” (checked Oct. 14, 2026). Neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals. HAR market areas and neighborhoods have different boundaries, so compare like with like.
Greater Houston for context (September 2026): $325,000 median sale price, 40,192 active listings, 5.5 months of inventory. HAR, released Oct. 14, 20266.
What it means: months of inventory near 5 to 6 is usually called balanced. Subdivision-level pending sales and price reductions aren’t on HAR’s public pages; Michael can pull them from the MLS.
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Homeownership costs
What it costs to own in Shady Acres.
Nothing is pre-filled for insurance. Get quotes for the specific address, including flood, even outside a mapped zone.
No rate is filled in for you. For reference, Freddie Mac’s average 30-year rate was 7.32% the week of Oct. 22, 2026. Lenders quote by credit and loan type.
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Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year9. Harris County units: Harris County (2026), Harris County Flood Control District (2026), Harris County Hospital District (2026), Port of Houston Authority (2026), Harris County Department of Education (2025).
Before you move here
The Good, The Bad & The Reality.
Want a newer home near the Heights inside the city with no MUD? Shady Acres is full of them. Just know the lots are small, so check the plat for shared driveways.
The Good
The Bad
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineShady Acres is where you get a newer home close to the Heights without a MUD. I would read any shared-driveway or townhome documents carefully and check the flood zone, because small lots leave little room for drainage.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a newer home near the Heights
- You may love it ifBuyers who want low-maintenance yards
- You may love it ifBuyers who prefer no MUD
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a historic bungalow, compare Woodland Heights.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a bigger lot, look at Timbergrove Manor.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Shady Acres is where you get a newer home close to the Heights without a MUD. I would read any shared-driveway or townhome documents carefully and check the flood zone, because small lots leave little room for drainage.
Schools
Schools for a Shady Acres address.
- Houston Independent School DistrictDistrict listed for Shady Acres in our recordsHISD School Locator (by address)
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. We don’t publish ratings or rankings.
Flood research
Flood research for a Shady Acres address.
Rebuilds in a mapped floodplain need a city permit.10
Research flood information for an address
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterOfficial effective flood map for the address
- Harris County Flood Education Mapping ToolFEMA floodplains relative to structures
- MAAPnext interactive mapDraft next-generation maps and “Know Your Risk”
- Harris County Flood Warning SystemLive rainfall and stream gauges
- Our flood map guideHow to read the official maps
No map can say a property won’t flood. Check the official map, the seller’s disclosure, flood insurance and the elevation of the specific home. Michael is a broker, not a flood engineer or insurance agent.
Compare
Shady Acres vs. nearby choices.
HAR 2025 values where HAR publishes them, straight-line distances and links to each full guide. Nothing here is a rating.
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Questions buyers actually ask
Shady Acres questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Shady Acres?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Shady Acres (Harris)” show a median market value of $552,032, a typical range of $393K - $818K, a median home of 2,165 sq ft on a 3,825 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 2012. They are HAR’s neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals.
Source: HAR.com 2025 Facts (checked Oct. 14, 2026).
Which local taxing units apply in Shady Acres besides Harris County?
Our records show City of Houston at $0.5192 per $100 (2025); Houston ISD at $0.8421 per $100 (2026); Houston Community College at $0.0988 per $100 (2025). Rates and years are as each office lists them; the HCAD account for a specific address shows which units apply.
Sources: hccs.edu, houstonisd.org, houstontx.gov.
What did HAR’s Heights/Greater Heights market area show this fall for buyers looking at Shady Acres?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $747,000 for single-family homes in its Heights/Greater Heights market area, with 71 sales that month, 482 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 4.9 months of inventory. HAR’s area has its own boundaries; ask for a subdivision-level report before pricing or offering.
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026).
More questions and answers are in the resource center below.
Tools
Plan your move to Shady Acres.
Neighborhood matchmakerShady Acres vs. nearby neighborhoods.Ownership cost calculatorTaxes by unit, dues, insurance, mortgage.Affordability calculatorWhat price fits your budget.Flood researchOfficial maps for any address.True cost of ownershipTaxes by unit, exemptions, insurance.Houston flood map guideHow to read the official maps.Inner Loop HoustonThe wider area, compared.
Relocating?
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Central Houston and seven other regions, compared with the same sourced facts.
Have questions about Shady Acres?
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- Broker and owner of The Michael O’Neal Group, Keller Williams Realty Northeast, 20665 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble (TREC broker #624124)
- The Michael O’Neal Group has helped 2,035 families over 13 years
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- HAR Client Experience Ratings: 4.90 out of 5 from 90 surveys (imported Oct. 20, 2026; read the reviews)
- Works with buyers and sellers across Greater Houston from the team’s office in Humble
How the team helps
- Pricing from Shady Acres’s own recent sales
- Checking the tax units, any deed restrictions and the resale certificate before the option period ends
- Listing preparation and professional marketing
- Buyer representation and showings
- Relocation help for out-of-town buyers
- Transaction coordination from contract to close
The website assistant answers from our sourced Shady Acres guide and hands property-specific or current MLS questions to Michael’s team.
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Shady Acres at a Glance
Heights area, inside the city. HAR's tax table for Shady Acres lists the City of Houston, Houston ISD and Houston Community College, in ZIP 77008. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
Mostly newer homes. HAR's 2025 facts give a median year built of 2012 across 550 single-family homes, with a median of 2,165 sq ft. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
Small lots. HAR's 2025 median lot is 3,825 sq ft. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
Values. HAR's 2025 median market value is $552,032, with a typical range of $393K to $818K. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
No MUD. HAR's tax table shows no municipal utility district for Shady Acres. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
City of Houston rules apply. Shady Acres is inside the City of Houston, so a rebuild or addition in a mapped floodplain or floodway needs a city floodplain development permit. City of Houston Floodplain Management Office
City help with deed restrictions. The City of Houston Legal Department can sue over deed restriction violations that began after August 1965, and complaints can be filed online at no cost. City of Houston Legal: deed restriction FAQ
Homes and the Shady Acres Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Acres (Harris) | 550 | 2,165 sq ft | 3,825 sq ft | 2012 | $552,032 | $393K - $818K |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts. Market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price, and a median is not the value of any one home.
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Shady Acres are MLS figures that HAR’s public pages do not publish by neighborhood. Ask for a current MLS report for the sections you are considering.
Live HAR.com search for Shady Acres; if it shows no homes, none are listed under that name right now. Widen the search or ask us.
Property Taxes, HOA and MUD in Shady Acres
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston ISD | $0.8421 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Houston Community College | $0.098802 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.4175 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.05266 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.19528 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.00603 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.0048 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
Shady Acres is inside the City of Houston with no MUD on HAR's tax table. Rates are the latest adopted for each unit; the HCAD account shows every unit on a home. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Harris Central Appraisal District
HOA and deed restrictions
No assessment amount is published by an official source, so we do not show one. The resale certificate for the address shows what it owes.
If the home is in a townhome or shared-driveway association, ask for its resale certificate and dues before the option period ends. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
Rates are per $100 of taxable value; a tax bill also depends on the appraised value, exemptions and which units cover the address. Look an address up: Harris Central Appraisal District property search, Harris County Tax Office, True Cost of Homeownership calculator.
Schools Serving Shady Acres
- Houston ISD HISD School Locator (by address)
Shady Acres is in Houston ISD. HISD zones each address to its schools and runs a separate School Choice process, so confirm the address with HISD's tools. Houston ISD: attendance and boundary Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision.
Flood and Drainage Research for Shady Acres
Check the exact Shady Acres address on FEMA's effective map, HCFCD's Flood Education Mapping Tool and the MAAPnext draft maps before you buy or plan a rebuild. FEMA Flood Map Service Center HCFCD Flood Education Mapping Tool MAAPnext draft flood maps
Inside Houston, any construction in the 100-year or 500-year floodplain or the floodway needs a floodplain development permit from the city. City of Houston Floodplain Management Office
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate, and price flood insurance before your option period ends.
Getting Around from Shady Acres
Loop 610 and I-10 are the main routes toward downtown, the Galleria and the Medical Center. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
We name routes rather than quote drive times, which change with the hour and the exact address. Straight-line miles to both airports are on the fact sheet below.
Shady Acres Questions Buyers Ask
What do HAR's 2025 facts show for Shady Acres values?
A median market value of $552,032 and a typical range of $393K to $818K across 550 homes, with a median year built of 2012. These are HAR's medians, not sale prices.
Sources: HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
How big are the lots in Shady Acres?
HAR's 2025 median lot is 3,825 sq ft and the median year built is 2012. Check the plat and survey for any shared driveway or easement.
Sources: HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Does Shady Acres have a MUD tax?
HAR's tax table shows no MUD; Shady Acres is inside the City of Houston.
Sources: HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Which school district serves Shady Acres?
Houston ISD. Confirm the zoned schools for the exact address with HISD.
Sources: Houston ISD: attendance and boundary Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What should I check before buying in Shady Acres?
Any shared-driveway or townhome association and its dues, the FEMA zone for the lot, and the HCAD tax units.
Sources: FEMA Flood Map Service Center Harris Central Appraisal District Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Shady Acres? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a newer home near the Heights inside the city with no MUD? Shady Acres is full of them. Just know the lots are small, so check the plat for shared driveways.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- Newer homes
- No MUD
- Inside the city near the Heights
What Might Surprise You
- Small lots
- Small associations
- HISD school choice
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: The Heights H-E-B, 0.7 mi
- ER: St. Joseph Medical Center, 5.3 mi
- Shopping: Heights Mercantile, 2.2 mi
- Park: Stude Park, 2.9 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Shady Acres is where you get a newer home close to the Heights without a MUD.
Compare nearby:
Four Reasons People Love Living in Shady Acres
- 1Newer homes
HAR's 2025 median year built is 2012.
- 2No MUD
HAR's tax table shows no MUD.
- 3Inside the city near the Heights
Shady Acres is in ZIP 77008 inside the City of Houston.
- 4Loop 610 access
Loop 610 and I-10 are the main routes.
Four Things You Should Know Before Moving to Shady Acres
- 1Small lots
HAR's 2025 median lot is 3,825 sq ft.
- 2Small associations
Ask whether the home is in a townhome or shared-driveway association.
- 3HISD school choice
HISD zones by address and runs a separate choice process.
Houston ISD: attendance and boundary Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice
- 4City floodplain rules
Rebuilds in a mapped floodplain need a city permit.
Who Might Love Shady Acres?
- Buyers who want a newer home near the Heights
- Buyers who want low-maintenance yards
- Buyers who prefer no MUD
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a historic bungalow, compare Woodland Heights.
- If you want a bigger lot, look at Timbergrove Manor.
Everyday Convenience in Shady Acres
- Close to the Heights Shady Acres sits in the Heights-area ZIP 77008. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
Main routes: Loop 610 and I-10. HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts
| Nearest H-E-B | The Heights H-E-B 0.7 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Buffalo Heights H-E-B On Washington Ave 3.2 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at The Heights H-E-B 0.7 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | St. Joseph Medical Center 5.3 mi |
| Major shopping | Heights Mercantile 2.2 mi |
| Parks and nature | Stude Park 2.9 mi |
| Golf | Memorial Park Golf Course 2.9 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 13 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 14 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Shady Acres, not driving distance or time; your street and route change the real trip. Each place links to its official site; a list is not a recommendation.
The Real Estate Reality
| Median market value | $552,032 | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $393K - $818K | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
| Median home size | 2,165 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
| Median lot | 3,825 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
| Median year built | 2012 | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
| Single-family homes | 550 | HAR 2025 facts (Shady Acres (Harris)) |
| Tax rate: Houston ISD | $0.8421 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Houston Community College | $0.098802 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Shady Acres come from the MLS, and HAR’s public pages do not publish them by neighborhood, so we do not show them here. Ask for a current MLS report for the streets you are considering. Full sources are on the Shady Acres Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Shady Acres is where you get a newer home close to the Heights without a MUD. I would read any shared-driveway or townhome documents carefully and check the flood zone, because small lots leave little room for drainage.
Shady Acres vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Shady Acres vs. Timbergrove Manor
Choose Timbergrove Manor and you gain: Bigger 1950s lots and a civic club.
You give up: Shady Acres' newer homes.
Shady Acres vs. The Heights
Choose The Heights and you gain: Historic homes and districts.
You give up: Shady Acres' newer construction.
Questions buyers ask about Shady Acres
Is Shady Acres a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a newer home near the Heights with no MUD, at a 2025 HAR median of $552,032. Lots are small.
Sources: HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Houston ISD: attendance and boundary Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice Checked Nov 11, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Shady Acres?
Lots are small, some homes may sit in small townhome associations, and there's no neighborhood-wide association site.
Sources: HAR.com: Shady Acres (Harris) 2025 Facts Houston ISD: attendance and boundary Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice Checked Nov 11, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 11, 2026. Facts link to their sources; Michael’s take is his opinion.
Every neighborhood has its advantages and tradeoffs. Before you buy, let’s talk about what actually matters to you.
Michael O’Neal
Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
Call or text: 832-797-3780 · themichaelonealgroup.com
Neighborhood fact sheet
Shady Acres Fact Sheet
The key facts on one sheet. Every figure links to its source, and each card shows the date it was last checked (sheet updated Nov 11, 2026).
Check the address. Property taxes, flood zone, HOA dues and school assignments are set for each address and can differ between homes in the same neighborhood. Before relying on anything on this sheet, look the address up in the official tools linked here.
Homes
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median year built | Median market value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Acres (Harris) | 550 | 2,165 sq ft | 2012 | $552,032 |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts (market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price). A neighborhood median is not the value of any one home. Full market snapshot.
Checked Nov 11, 2026
Property taxes
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston ISD | $0.8421 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Houston Community College | $0.098802 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.4175 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.05266 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.19528 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.00603 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.0048 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
Official rates we could confirm, per $100 of taxable value. A tax bill also depends on which units cover the address, its appraised value and its exemptions. All tax details on this page.
- Harris Central Appraisal District property search
- Harris County Tax Office
- True Cost of Homeownership calculator
Checked Nov 11, 2026
HOA dues
Associations and deed restrictions differ by subdivision here. Ask the seller for the resale certificate and the recorded restrictions for the specific address.
Schools
- Houston ISD HISD School Locator (by address)
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. School notes on this page.
Flood research
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate. Flood notes on this page.
Nearby essentials
Hospitals with an emergency room
Shopping
- Heights Mercantile 2.2 mi
- River Oaks Shopping Center 4.0 mi
- Uptown Park 4.3 mi
Parks and nature
- Stude Park 2.9 mi
- Heights Blvd. Park 3.1 mi
- Memorial Park 3.2 mi
Golf clubs and courses
- Memorial Park Golf Course 2.9 mi
- Hermann Park Golf Course 6.9 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Shady Acres, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
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Checked Oct 28, 2026
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Researched and checked Nov. 11, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Heights Montrose · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Shady Acres (Harris), 2025 Facts
- City of Houston
- Stude Park
- HAR.com, Heights/Greater Heights market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Timbergrove/Lazybrook market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- Houston ISD: attendance and boundary
- Houston ISD: enrollment and School Choice
- Official tax rate source
- City of Houston Floodplain Management Office
Community facts: city, district and association records, the Harris County appraisal district and tax office, HAR.com and each place’s official page (records checked Oct. 21-Nov. 3, 2026). Market areas: HAR.com (read Nov. 8, 2026). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors, tiles OpenFreeMap; imagery USGS The National Map.