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ZIP 77042: Westchase, Briargrove Park and Walnut Bend

West Houston ZIP straddling Westheimer Road around Beltway 8, much of it inside the Westchase District business area. Housing includes 1960s single-family subdivisions such as Briargrove Park and Walnut Bend, larger custom homes in Rivercrest, and many townhome, condo and multifamily communities near Westchase. Beltway 8, Westheimer, Richmond and Briar Forest connect to the Energy Corridor and the Galleria.

County: Harris CountyAreas: Westchase, Briargrove Park, Walnut Bend, RivercrestSchool districts: Houston ISD, Alief ISD (portions)Verified: October 29, 2026

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Schools serving 77042

Public schools in 77042 fall under Houston ISD and Alief ISD (portions). The examples below carry the Texas Education Agency A-F accountability rating released in August 2026 for the 2025-26 school year; attendance zones change, so confirm the zoned campus with the district before you write an offer.

Level School District TEA rating Links
Elementary Walnut Bend Elementary School Houston ISD C (2025-26) TEA
Middle Revere Middle School Houston ISD B (2025-26) TEA
High Westside High School Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA

10 restaurants in 77042

Local picks with their public ratings as shown on October 29, 2026. Ratings and hours change; the links go to the review pages we checked.

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Homes for sale in 77042

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Questions about 77042

What kinds of homes are in 77042?

77042 mixes 1960s single-family subdivisions such as Briargrove Park and Walnut Bend, larger custom homes in Rivercrest, and many townhome, condo and multifamily communities in the Westchase District.

How is the commute from Westchase and Briargrove Park?

Beltway 8 runs through the ZIP, and Westheimer Road, Richmond Avenue and Briar Forest Drive connect to the Galleria to the east and the Energy Corridor to the northwest.

What parks and trails are in 77042?

The Westchase District describes more than five miles of connected trails, greenspaces and parks, including Woodchase Park and Camden Park.

Which schools serve 77042?

Most of 77042 is in Houston ISD, with Walnut Bend Elementary (rated C by TEA for 2025-26) and Revere Middle School (B) located in the ZIP and Westside High School (A) nearby. Some portions are zoned to Alief ISD, so check zoning by address.

Do Evan Compean and the Compean Group help buyers and sellers in ZIP code 77042?

Yes. We very commonly work in ZIP code 77042 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.

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Ratings and review counts are the public figures shown on the linked review sites on October 29, 2026. Business hours and details can change, so check before you go. School ratings come from the Texas Education Agency. Updated October 2026. Compean Group, 802 W. Patton St, Houston, TX 77009, (832) 777-3904.