Nestled in the crook of Houston's South Loop, Meyerland straddles Brays Bayou just south of the City of Bellaire and 15 minutes from downtown Houston. With excellent accessibility to Houston's Interstate nexus and an abundance of lush neighborhood parks Meyerland is the heart of the "Meyerland Area" which includes the adjacent affluent communities of Marilyn Estates, Barkley Square and Maplewood. Meyerland's aesthetic qualities and active homeowners association have contributed to the stability of the area and to its growing popularity. With convenient access to Downtown Houston, The Texas Medical Center, the Galleria and Reliant Park, Meyerland now boasts over 2,300 homes and property values continue to rise. New home construction has increased dramatically in Meyerland over the last several years. While some of the homes are the original 1950s bungalows, brick Georgians, stucco traditionals and Texas Hill Country styles are beginning to appear as in their place. Meyerland is a neighborhood of cultural diversity and recognized as the center of Houstons Jewish community. Houstons Jewish Community Center, Congregation Beth Israel, Congregation Beth Yeshurun, and several smaller synagogues call are located in Meyerland. A notable feature of Meyerland is Meyerland Plaza, a large outdoor shopping center. Meyerland Plaza was originally built in 1957 as Houstons second "regional mall". The shopping center started to decay in the 1980s, yet it was remodeled in the 1990s. Today it is an anchor for the Meyerland area. New and younger families are moving in, many of whom are second-generation Meyerlanders who are returning to their childhood home. A friendly community with excellent schools, convenient shopping and an active association dedicated to keeping property values high and a 24-hour security patrol are additional incentives for homebuyers.
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