Lazybrook and Timbergrove Neighborhood Guide
Big lots, tall trees and bayou trails next to the Heights
Lazybrook and Timbergrove home sales, last 12 months: 214 homes sold, at a typical price around $635,000 (October 2025 through September 2026). Source: HAR MLS closed sales. Data as of October 2026.
Property taxes: A $635,000 home here pays about $13,570 a year at current rates, or about $9,690 with the homestead exemption. See how the homestead exemption works. Data as of October 2026.
921 reviews and ratings across five sites as of October 30, 2026: Google 216 (5.0), Zillow 153 (5.0), Yelp 147 (4.9), RateMyAgent 56 (5.0), HAR 349 surveys (4.99).
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Updated November 5, 2026
Living in Lazybrook and Timbergrove
Lazybrook and Timbergrove sit just west of the Heights along T.C. Jester Boulevard and White Oak Bayou, north of I-10 and inside the 610 Loop. Much of the area was built after World War II, largely in the 1950s, with ranch-style homes on generous, tree-filled lots. Many of those homes have been updated or replaced with new two-story houses, and the area draws buyers who want quick Heights and Memorial Park access with a quieter, more suburban feel.
Why buyers choose Lazybrook and Timbergrove
- Room to spread out. Lots are larger than in most inner-loop neighborhoods, with space for yards, pools and additions.
- Bayou trails. The White Oak Bayou Greenway trail runs along T.C. Jester, connecting east to the Heights Hike and Bike Trail and north toward T.C. Jester Park.
- Central location. About 6 miles to Downtown, 7 to the Galleria and 8 to the Texas Medical Center, with quick access to I-10, I-610 and T.C. Jester.
- Heights amenities nearby. Restaurants and shops on 19th Street, Yale Street and Washington Avenue are a few minutes away.
- Old and new homes. Renovated mid-century ranch homes sit next to newer two-story builds, giving buyers several price points on the same streets.
What's in and near Lazybrook and Timbergrove
- White Oak Bayou Greenway trail
- The Heights, 19th Street and Washington Avenue
- Memorial Park, a short drive south
- Garden Oaks and Oak Forest to the north
- Houston ISD schools (zoning varies by street, so check each address)
Where to eat and shop in Lazybrook and Timbergrove
Lazybrook and Timbergrove are quiet and residential, with a few standout places to eat. Rainbow Lodge has served game, steaks and seafood for more than 48 years from a log cabin on White Oak Bayou at Ella Boulevard and T.C. Jester. Long Weekend, which opened in 2026, is a casual spot serving breakfast through dinner, with kids' areas and a ranch-inspired design. Hughie's on West 18th Street is a longtime neighborhood favorite for Vietnamese and American dishes, and Eureka Heights Brew Co. pours its own beer in a taproom nearby. On the east edge, Terry Black's Barbecue opened its first Houston location on North Shepherd in August 2026, serving Central Texas-style barbecue.
For local shopping, I-Cycle, a longtime independent bike shop, sits near the White Oak Bayou trail on the Oak Forest side. A few minutes east on 18th Street, Joshua's Native Plants & Garden Antiques sells native plants and vintage pottery, and Heaven Bites Vintage stocks Y2K and Japanese-inspired secondhand fashion alongside work by local artists.
Getting around
| Destination | Distance | Drive time (estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Houston | 6.0 mi | about 10 min; 15–20 min at rush hour |
| The Galleria | 6.8 mi | about 12 min; 18–24 min at rush hour |
| Texas Medical Center | 7.9 mi | about 15 min; 23–30 min at rush hour |
| Hobby Airport | 17.6 mi | about 28 min; 42–56 min at rush hour |
| Bush Intercontinental Airport | 23.7 mi | about 36 min; 54–72 min at rush hour |
| Energy Corridor (I-10 at Eldridge) | 15.4 mi | about 23 min; 35–46 min at rush hour |
Drive times are estimates. Off-peak minutes come from OpenStreetMap routing (OSRM) without traffic, checked November 2026; rush-hour ranges assume 1.5 to 2 times as long, which is common on Houston freeways. Actual times vary with traffic, weather and time of day.
Driving distances from central Timbergrove.
Homes in Lazybrook and Timbergrove
Expect 1950s ranch homes, many renovated, along with newer two-story homes built on the same large lots. Parts of the area sit near White Oak Bayou, so check flood history, elevation and floodplain maps for each address, and ask about any deed restrictions. For current prices, see the homes for sale and recent sales on this page.
Median household income by ZIP code: 77008 (Timbergrove), $143,229; 77018 (Lazybrook), $127,017 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates). ZIP code figures can include areas beyond the neighborhood.
Public schools serving Lazybrook and Timbergrove
Houston ISD. This is a short, hand-checked list of the zoned schools for most of the area; zoning can change from one block to the next.
| Elementary | Sinclair Elementary School — Neighborhood elementary for most of Lazybrook and Timbergrove. Love Elementary School — Serves part of Timbergrove Manor (the Timbergrove Manor Neighborhood Association section). |
|---|---|
| Middle | Black Middle School — Serves parts of the area, including the Sinclair-zoned section of Timbergrove Manor. Hamilton Middle School — Serves parts of the area, including the Love-zoned section of Timbergrove Manor. |
| High | Waltrip High School — Serves most or all of the area. |
Zoning splits within Timbergrove Manor: one section goes to Sinclair and Black, another to Love and Hamilton, and both go to Waltrip High. Confirm any address with HISD School Navigator. School ratings and how to read them are on our Houston school information page. Checked November 2026.
Flood risk in Lazybrook and Timbergrove at a glance
- Floodplain share: about 18% of the area outlined on this page's map is in FEMA's 1% annual chance (100-year) floodplain, and about 11% more is in the 0.2% annual chance (500-year) zone. Source: our calculation from FEMA's current effective National Flood Hazard Layer, November 2026.
- Hurricane Harvey (August 2017): flood insurance claims recorded by FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program, by ZIP code: ZIP 77008: 691; ZIP 77018: 307. ZIP codes include areas beyond the neighborhood, and many flooded homes had no flood insurance.
- Check a specific address: Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool. Floodplains follow bayous, creeks and low ground, so one street can differ from the next; ask for the seller's disclosure and an elevation certificate, and get a flood insurance quote during your option period.
Lazybrook and Timbergrove questions buyers ask
Where is Timbergrove in Houston?
Timbergrove and neighboring Lazybrook are northwest of the Heights and both are inside Loop 610. Lazybrook lies between West 18th Street, Ella Boulevard, Loop 610 and West T. C. Jester Boulevard. Check the specific address and subdivision boundaries when comparing homes.
Is Timbergrove part of the Heights?
It's next door and often counted as part of the Greater Heights, but Timbergrove Manor is its own 1950s subdivision with larger lots and ranch-style roots.
Is Lazybrook / Timbergrove safe?
Lazybrook and Timbergrove are served by the Houston Police Department. Review HPD's recent crime statistics for the streets you're considering, and visit at different times of day.
How much do homes cost in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
In the 12 months through September 2026, 214 homes sold in Lazybrook and Timbergrove on the MLS at a typical (median) price around $635,000 and an average near $671,000. Updated ranch homes come in lower than new two-story builds.
What ZIP codes are Lazybrook and Timbergrove in?
Timbergrove is mostly in ZIP code 77008 and Lazybrook in 77018. Confirm the ZIP code for a specific address.
What are the homes like in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Original 1950s ranch homes on generous lots, many updated, plus a large share of new two-story homes built on those lots. Buyers come here for more yard than in the older parts of the Heights.
Does Timbergrove flood?
Some streets near White Oak Bayou are in mapped floodplains and have flooded in past major storms, and many homes there have been elevated or rebuilt. Check the FEMA flood zone, ask for an elevation certificate and the seller's disclosure, and get a flood insurance quote during your option period.
What schools serve Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Both are in Houston ISD, and zoned schools depend on the address. Confirm zoning with HISD's school finder before you buy.
What is near Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
The White Oak Bayou trail, T.C. Jester Park, the Heights' restaurants and shops, and quick access to I-610, I-10 and US-290.
How is Lazybrook different from Timbergrove?
Lazybrook sits just north of Loop 610 with larger lots and quieter streets, while Timbergrove Manor sits inside the Loop, closer to the Heights. Both began as 1950s ranch-home subdivisions.
Is there a hike and bike trail in Timbergrove?
Yes. The West White Oak Bayou Trail starts in Timbergrove Manor and follows the bayou along T.C. Jester Boulevard from 11th Street through Lazybrook and Oak Forest. It is about 7.4 miles long, mostly concrete and asphalt, and lit in places. It also connects toward the Heights and Downtown trail network.
Are Lazybrook and Timbergrove deed restricted?
Yes, both neighborhoods have deed restrictions that limit lot use and building types. Rules vary by section, so buyers should request the current restrictions from the civic association or title company before buying or planning a rebuild.
What are property taxes like in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Homes here pay City of Houston, Houston ISD, Harris County and related taxes, which together usually add up to roughly 2% of assessed value per year before exemptions. There are no MUD taxes. If the home will be your primary residence, file for the homestead exemption: it lowers your taxable value, and starting the year after the home qualifies, its appraised value for taxes generally can't rise more than 10% a year.
Where are the best places to eat in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Popular choices include Rainbow Lodge (game and seafood in a log cabin on White Oak Bayou), Long Weekend (casual, breakfast to dinner), Hughie's (Vietnamese and American) and Terry Black's Barbecue on North Shepherd.
Where can I shop local near Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
I-Cycle is a longtime independent bike shop near the White Oak Bayou trail. A few minutes east on 18th Street, Joshua's Native Plants & Garden Antiques and Heaven Bites Vintage are popular independent shops.
How big are the lots in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Lots are large for inside the Loop, commonly around 7,500 to 10,000 square feet, with many original 1950s and 1960s ranch homes. In Timbergrove, homes east of T.C. Jester tend to be smaller and older, while the area west of T.C. Jester has more larger homes. Check the exact lot size on Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) records for any address.
Should I buy in Lazybrook/Timbergrove or Oak Forest?
Both are deed-restricted, mid-century neighborhoods with ranch homes and a steady pace of new construction. Lazybrook/Timbergrove sits closer to the Heights, Washington Avenue and I-10, while Oak Forest sits farther north along T.C. Jester and Ella Boulevard, with homes often priced somewhat higher. Compare recent sales, zoned HISD schools and each property's location in the FEMA and Harris County flood maps, since conditions differ street by street.
Who is a good realtor in Lazybrook and Timbergrove?
Compean Group is one to consider: AgentPronto ranks it #3 on its list of top agents for Houston (November 2026; AgentPronto compares agents on transaction data, specialties and client reviews). We very commonly work in Lazybrook and Timbergrove and understand its local market, from how homes are priced to what buyers look for. Evan Compean and the Compean Group have sold more than 1,000 homes and earned hundreds of 5-star reviews. This guide includes much more information to help you get started with your search.
Sales figures are MLS closed sales for the 12 months from October 2025 through September 2026. Driving distances are approximate. The Average Sales Price and Total Listings box further down this page is calculated automatically from homes currently listed for sale in the area and updates daily, so it can differ from these closed-sale figures.
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Local news
- How a Houston couple's Santa Fe ranch inspired Long Weekend, a family-friendly hotspot in Lazybrook/Timbergrove (CultureMap, May 2026)
- Greater Heights mobility plan outlines 29 projects for safer walking, biking and trail connections (Community Impact, Sept 2026)
- Ella Boulevard to get a new pedestrian crossing signal starting in 2027 (Community Impact, July 2026)
- Terry Black's Barbecue opens its first Houston location on North Shepherd (Community Impact, Aug 2026)
- West 15th Street bridge receives state funding for repairs (Community Impact, July 2026)
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