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ZIP 77018: Garden Oaks, Oak Forest and Shepherd Park Plaza

North of Loop 610 inside the area the City of Houston bounds by Pinemont, North Shepherd, the North Loop and the Northwest Freeway (US 290), 77018 is known for Garden Oaks and Oak Forest, developed largely in the mid-20th century. Many streets have original ranch-style homes on large tree-shaded lots alongside newer two-story homes and some townhomes. Ella Boulevard, North Shepherd Drive, West 43rd Street and West 34th Street carry most of the shops and restaurants.

County: Harris CountyAreas: Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Shepherd Park Plaza, Candlelight PlazaSchool districts: Houston ISDVerified: October 29, 2026

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Schools serving 77018

Public schools in 77018 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 Oak Forest Elementary School Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA
Elementary Garden Oaks Montessori Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA
Middle Black Middle School Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA
High Waltrip High School Houston ISD A (2025-26) TEA

10 restaurants in 77018

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.

  • Les Ba'get Vietnamese
    1717 W 34th St, Ste 800, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.2 (426 reviews on Yelp) · Reviews · Website Pho and banh mi.
  • Millie's Kitchen & Cocktails Seafood and brunch
    3542 Oak Forest Dr, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.4 (549 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Plonk! Bistro & Wine Cellar Wine bar and bistro
    1214 W 43rd St, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.1 (462 reviews on Yelp) · Reviews · Website Wine bar with full kitchen.
  • Gatlin's Fins & Feathers Southern
    302 W Crosstimbers St, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.4 (1,300 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Flying Saucer Pie Company Pie shop
    436 W Crosstimbers St, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.5 (1,574 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Sunday Press Cafe
    3315 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.0 (940 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Gatlin's BBQ Texas barbecue
    3510 Ella Blvd, Bldg C, Ste A, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.4 (3,046 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Slowpokes Coffee shop
    1203 W 34th St, Ste D, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.6 (1,160 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • d'Alba New American
    3715 Alba Rd, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.5 (913 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Fat Cat Creamery Ice cream shop
    1225 W 34th St Ste C-300, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.5 (1,641 reviews on Google)

Grocery and shopping in 77018

  • Wabash Antiques & Feed Store (Yelp: Wabash Feed & Garden) Garden, feed and antiques
    4537 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.3 (151 reviews on Yelp) · Reviews · Website Long-running local garden and feed store.
  • Common Bond On-The-Go - Garden Oaks Bakery
    3210 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.2 (308 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website Open daily 6am-6pm.
  • Kroger (W 43rd St) Grocery store
    1352 W 43rd St, Houston, TX 77018 · Website

Parks, entertainment and things to do

  • TC Jester Park City park along White Oak Bayou
    4201 W T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 3.5 (77 reviews on Yelp) · Reviews
  • Wakefield Crowbar Neighborhood bar and patio with kitchen
    954 Wakefield Dr, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.5 (1,348 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website
  • Candlelight Park and Community Center City park
    1520 Candlelight Ln, Houston, TX 77018 · ★ 4.5 (224 reviews on Google) · Reviews · Website Playground, walking trail and ball field.
  • Oak Forest Neighborhood Library Public library
    1349 W 43rd St, Houston, TX 77018 · Website

Homes for sale in 77018

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Questions about 77018

What kinds of homes are in Garden Oaks and Oak Forest (77018)?

Much of 77018 dates to the mid-20th century, including Oak Forest, which was developed after World War II, so many streets have original ranch-style homes on large lots. Newer two-story homes have replaced some originals, and townhomes appear near the main roads.

How is the commute from 77018?

The North Loop (I-610) runs along the south side and US 290 along the west, and North Shepherd Drive and Ella Boulevard lead south to the Heights and downtown. The Galleria and the Energy Corridor are reached via Loop 610 and I-10.

Is flooding a factor in 77018?

Much of the area drains to the White Oak Bayou watershed, where the Harris County Flood Control District lists stormwater detention basins and channel projects. Flood risk varies by street, so check FEMA maps, elevation and the property's flood history before buying.

Which schools serve 77018?

77018 is in Houston ISD. Campuses in the ZIP include Oak Forest Elementary, Garden Oaks Montessori, Black Middle School and Waltrip High School, all rated A by TEA for 2025-26. Zoning depends on address, so confirm with HISD.

Do Evan Compean and the Compean Group help buyers and sellers in ZIP code 77018?

Yes, we do. ZIP code 77018 is one of the areas where the Compean Group works most often, and Evan and the team know this local market well. With more than 1,000 homes sold and hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google, Zillow, Yelp, RateMyAgent and HAR, we are ready to help you buy or sell. The rest of this guide has much more to get your search started.

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.