Dallas and Houston combined for roughly 62 million square feet of industrial starts in 2025, controlling about a fifth of Texas' construction pipeline. Speculative parks and airport projects drove much of the activity.

Fairstead paid $43.3M for Coolwood Oaks and will invest more than $14M to renovate 168 affordable homes in Houston, roughly $92K per unit.

Construction starts popped back up in Far Southwest Houston in 2025, with developers breaking ground on speculative and grocery‑anchored projects. The move reflects broader metro demand but remains selective.

Town hall meeting discusses pros and cons of Ben Taub Hospital expansion into Hermann Park's green space, with debate over use of eminent domain and search for a balance between health care needs and park preservation.

DZMI acquired Kirkwood Tower, a 285,682-sf, 15-story office building at 11757 Katy Freeway, expanding the firm's Houston holdings as leasing activity continues.

NRG Park in Houston is evolving, with new consulting contracts focused on funding, profitability, and project feasibility for future development, as lease negotiations continue with the Texans and Rodeo.

Hilltop Residential purchased Lincoln Heights, a 292-unit community in Houston’s Greater Heights. The deal included a roughly $38.7M acquisition loan amid healthy multifamily sales in the market.

Marquette unveiled plans for the White Oak District in Houston’s Near Northside, anchored by a 304-unit apartment building and roughly 20,000 square feet of retail. Residents say they’re watching to see which restaurants and bars will move in.

Jones Hall will get $4.9M in restroom and locker upgrades starting next summer as a targeted follow-up to a recent $60M modernization. The work will be staged to limit disruption.

Nine builders have opened models at Legacy by Hillwood in League City, kicking off an initial 510‑lot phase with lots from 50 to 80 feet and prices from the $400s to $1M+.

ElectroTechnical Industries has leased 337,593 square feet across eight buildings at 6401 N. Eldridge Parkway, taking a major industrial footprint in northwest Houston.

Dick's (60,000 sq ft) and Havertys (27,000 sq ft) will anchor a new 87,000‑square‑foot building at The Grand at Aliana, with openings expected in 2026. Construction begins this week at the Grand Parkway corridor site.

Trilogy by Shea Homes has broken ground on Converde, a 55+ neighborhood inside Conroe's Evergreen. The enclave promises resort-style amenities and roughly 524 homes.