Neighborhood in Houston, Harris County
Living in The Lakes at Kings River Estates, Houston
135th of 320areas in Houston
Overall score 67 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Houston overall: D+
The Lakes at Kings River Estates is a neighborhood in Houston, TX, home to about 2,400 people. It gets a B, in the top 36% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 135th of 320 areas we score in Houston. It does best on health and worst on getting around.
- Getting around scores low (4 of 100)
- Hurricane risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 1.3 mi |
| Pharmacy | 1.1 mi |
| Park | 0.4 mi |
| Cafe | 1.4 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.9 mi |
| Gym | 1.2 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 0.9 mi |
| Childcare | 0.9 mi |
| Library | 1.4 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 2,400
- Median rent
- No data
- Median home value
- $358,000
- Household income
- $140,400
- Average commute
- 37 min
- Homes owned
- 86%
What it's like to live in The Lakes at Kings River Estates
The Lakes at Kings River Estates is a neighborhood in Houston with about 2,400 residents, homes built around 1997, mostly owner-occupied (86%) and 26% of households with children.
It grades B against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 135th of 320 areas in Houston, which grades D+ overall.
Pros of living in The Lakes at Kings River Estates
- Higher incomes. The median household earns $140,400, 117% higher than the Houston median.
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.4 miles away.
Cons of living in The Lakes at Kings River Estates
- Longer commutes. The average commute is 37 minutes, against 27 for Houston as a whole.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes and tornadoes as very high in this part of town.
The Lakes at Kings River Estates report card
Each grade compares The Lakes at Kings River Estates with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade B-
Homes cost 2.6x income.
63 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade C
Median household income $140,400, 6.4% unemployed.
41 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade B
Nearby schools average 85 of 100 on the state rating.
70 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 884 violent crimes per 100k, 3,828 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade D+
Few everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
25 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade F
Average commute 37 min, 6.5% work from home.
4 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade B-
45% have a bachelor’s degree.
61 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade B+
8.9% of adults uninsured.
79 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade B+
86% of homes owner-occupied.
73 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade B-
94% of homes have broadband.
56 of 100 vs TX areas
The Lakes at Kings River Estates compared with Houston
Better than Houston
- Median household income: $140,400117% higher than Houston ($64,813)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 86%44 points higher than Houston (42%)
- Home value to income: 2.6x40% lower than Houston (4.3x)
Worse than Houston
- Average commute: 37 min34% higher than Houston (27 min)
- Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0%6 points lower than Houston (5.7%)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 58%4 points higher than Houston (54%)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- BPineforest ElementaryElementary, Humble ISD1.3 mi
- BAtascocita MiddleMiddle, Humble ISD2.1 mi
- BKingwood High SchoolHigh, Humble ISD2.5 mi
Cost of living in The Lakes at Kings River Estates
The median home is worth $358,000, 29% higher than the Houston median, which means a monthly payment of about $2,435 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | Houston | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value29% higher than Houston | $358,000 | $277,800 | $283,800 |
| Home value to income40% lower than Houston | 2.6x | 4.3x | 3.6x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points higher than Houston | 58% | 54% | 52% |
| Homes owned by the people living in them44 points higher than Houston | 86% | 42% | 63% |
| Vacant homes6 points lower than Houston | 4.4% | 11% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Houston | 1997 | 1982 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,960
- Property tax
- $475
Based on a $358,000 home in The Lakes at Kings River Estates, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | Houston | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income117% higher than Houston | $140,400 | $64,813 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rateAbout the same as Houston | 6.4% | 7.0% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty line2 points higher than Houston | 22% | 20% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher8 points higher than Houston | 45% | 37% | 34% |
| Average commute34% higher than Houston | 37 min | 27 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from home7 points lower than Houston | 6.5% | 13% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transit6 points lower than Houston | 0% | 5.7% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet4 points higher than Houston | 94% | 90% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingHigh
- Coastal floodingVery low
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesVery high
- HailLow
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresLow
- Winter stormsVery low
- Strong windLow
Who lives in The Lakes at Kings River Estates
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in Houston
- 1A+Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial ParkMedian rent $3,230
- 2A+Boulevard OaksMedian rent $1,940
- 3A+BraeswoodMedian rent $1,360
- 4A+Washington Avenue CorridorMedian rent $2,080
- 5A+Mandell PlaceMedian rent $1,210
- 6A+Westwood GroveMedian rent $2,100
- 7A+Kings Point
- 8A+Palisades ParkMedian rent $3,020
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- B+East GranburyGranbury
- A-MontesanoLeague City
- C+Central Canyon LakeCanyon Lake
Questions about The Lakes at Kings River Estates
Is The Lakes at Kings River Estates a good place to live?
The Lakes at Kings River Estates is a neighborhood in Houston, TX, home to about 2,400 people. It gets a B, in the top 36% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 135th of 320 areas we score in Houston. It does best on health and worst on getting around.
How much does it cost to live in The Lakes at Kings River Estates?
The median home is worth $358,000, 29% higher than the Houston median. A median home costs 2.6x the median household income, compared with 4.3x across Houston.
What schools serve The Lakes at Kings River Estates?
The closest rated public schools are Pineforest Elementary (elementary, rated B), Atascocita Middle (middle, rated B) and Kingwood High School (high, rated B). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 1 Census block group closest to the The Lakes at Kings River Estates name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.