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ZIP 77098: Upper Kirby, Afton Oaks / River Oaks area (part) and Neartown / Montrose (western edge)

Upper Kirby ZIP between River Oaks, Montrose and the Southwest Freeway, with Kirby Drive, Westheimer Road, West Alabama and Richmond Avenue as the main corridors. Housing is a mix of townhomes, mid-rise and high-rise condominiums and multifamily buildings, and single-family homes on the side streets. Landmarks include Levy Park, the Trader Joe's in the old Alabama Theater and Lamar High School.

County: Harris CountyAreas: Upper Kirby, Afton Oaks / River Oaks area (part), Neartown / Montrose (western edge), University Place (part)School districts: Houston ISDVerified: October 29, 2026

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Schools serving 77098

Public schools in 77098 fall under Houston ISD. 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 Poe Elementary School Houston ISD C (2025-26) TEA
Middle Lanier Middle School Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA
High Lamar High School Houston ISD B (2025-26) TEA

10 restaurants in 77098

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.

Grocery and shopping in 77098

Parks, entertainment and things to do

Homes for sale in 77098

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Questions about 77098

What types of homes are in Upper Kirby (77098)?

77098 has a mix of townhomes, mid-rise and high-rise condominiums and multifamily buildings, plus single-family homes on the side streets off West Alabama, Westheimer and Richmond. Many blocks have seen newer townhome construction.

How is the commute from 77098?

Kirby Drive, Shepherd Drive and US-59 (I-69) connect 77098 to downtown, the Texas Medical Center, Greenway Plaza and the Galleria, all a short drive away.

What parks and entertainment are in Upper Kirby?

Levy Park on Eastside Street has a playground, reading room, events and an on-site food stand, and Kirby Ice House is nearby on Eastside Street. River Oaks shopping and the Montrose museums are close by.

Which schools are in 77098?

77098 is in Houston ISD and contains Poe Elementary (rated C by TEA for 2025-26), Lanier Middle School (A) and Lamar High School (B). Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm with HISD.

Do Evan Compean and the Compean Group help buyers and sellers in ZIP code 77098?

Absolutely. Evan Compean and the Compean Group work in ZIP code 77098 very often, so we understand the local market and what sets one street apart from the next. Our team has sold more than 1,000 homes and holds 5.0-star ratings on Google and Zillow across hundreds of reviews. This guide covers much more to help you get started, or call or text us at (832) 777-3904.

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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.