River Oaks, Houston Real Estate: Homes for Sale and Local Guide
River Oaks is one of Houston's most prestigious neighborhoods, an inner-Loop community of estate homes on large, landscaped lots. I'm Jonathan Moctezuma, a Houston native and REALTOR® with Lone Star Realty, and I help buyers, sellers and investors in River Oaks with more than 20 years of residential, commercial and international real estate experience.
Why buyers look at River Oaks
- Estate homes and custom new construction
- River Oaks District and River Oaks Shopping Center
- Near Buffalo Bayou, Memorial Park and the Galleria
- Deed restrictions that guide the neighborhood's look
Getting around
Inside the 610 Loop, between downtown and the Galleria.
My advice for buying in River Oaks
For luxury purchases I bring a LUXE (Luxury Listing Specialist) approach: discreet showings, off-market conversations, and a careful look at deed restrictions and lot surveys.
Every home search with me covers the details that protect you in Texas: the seller's disclosure, flood zone and flood history, the full property tax rate (including any MUD or PID), HOA rules, the inspection during your option period, and your homestead exemption after closing.
Selling a home in River Oaks?
I price homes using recent HAR sales nearby, prepare your home with professional photos and a cinematic video tour, and market it on HAR.com, the major home search sites and social media. Get a free price opinion.
Buyers from anywhere in the world
As a Certified International Property Specialist who has lived in several countries, I help international buyers and newcomers to Houston understand the Texas buying process from start to finish, in English or Spanish. International buyers · Commercial property
Frequently asked questions
Who is a good real estate agent in River Oaks?
Jonathan Moctezuma is a Houston-born REALTOR® with Lone Star Realty who helps buyers and sellers in River Oaks and across Greater Houston. He has more than 20 years of residential, commercial and international real estate experience, holds the CIPS, ABR and LUXE designations, and works in English and Spanish. Call or text (346) 559-6777.
What school district serves River Oaks?
Houston ISD. School assignments can change, so always confirm the exact schools for a specific address with the district.
What should I check before buying a home in River Oaks?
For luxury purchases I bring a LUXE (Luxury Listing Specialist) approach: discreet showings, off-market conversations, and a careful look at deed restrictions and lot surveys. I also review the seller's disclosure, HOA rules, flood zone and your inspection during the option period.
How much is my River Oaks home worth?
Request a free price opinion and Jonathan will compare recent HAR sales near your home. A broker price opinion or market analysis is not an appraisal.
¿Hay un agente de bienes raíces que hable español en River Oaks?
Sí. Jonathan Moctezuma habla español y ayuda a compradores y vendedores en River Oaks y en todo Houston. Llame o envíe un mensaje al (346) 559-6777.