Martin A. Reyes, Realtor

10/05/2026

GREENSPOINT MALL REDEVELOPMENT

Lincoln and New York Life Investment Management have announced CityNorth Industrial Park, a planned $150 million redevelopment at I-45 and Beltway 8.

The approximately 80-acre project calls for 1.2 million square feet of industrial space, along with retail and service uses. Demolition is expected to begin in October 2026, with the first phase targeted for completion in the first quarter of 2028.

The developer estimates approximately 300 construction jobs and capacity for 1,200 full-time jobs when fully developed. These are projections, not current job openings.

Fitness Connection has announced plans to remain open during construction before relocating to a new facility of approximately 45,000 square feet on the same site.

WEST ROAD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS

Plans call for continuous six-foot sidewalks along both sides of West Road between I-45 and Airline Drive, plus additional crosswalks at Sweetwater Lane.

Harris County Precinct 2 awarded a $242,500 grant toward the project. The published schedule targets design completion by late October, bidding in November, a tentative contract award in December, and construction beginning in January 2027. Completion is anticipated during 2027.

INDUSTRIAL INVESTMENT

PlaceMKR acquired the 50-acre Rankin Yards manufacturing campus at 1310 Rankin Road.

Other area projects include Crow Holdings’ approximately 446,000-square-foot Rushcreek Business Park and Fidelis’ approximately 282,000-square-foot Imperial Connection. Imperial Connection is being marketed for lease; its broker lists Building B as built in 2026.

The North Houston District’s published completion target for Panattoni’s West/45 Logistics Center near Pinto Business Park is 2027.

WASTEWATER AND TRANSPORTATION

Houston’s phased wastewater improvements are intended to replace aging infrastructure and consolidate smaller treatment facilities. The published construction schedule extends into winter 2028. Work affects several corridors, including Imperial Valley, Greens Road, Aldine Bender and Benmar, with lane restrictions and delays expected as construction progresses.

The North Houston District also commissioned a $300,000 traffic study covering 31 intersections and the West Road and Aldine Bender corridors to guide future mobility improvements.

PARK AND TRAIL CONNECTIONS

A proposed trail beneath I-45 at Greens Bayou would connect the eastern and western trail networks. The District’s published plan funds design in 2026 and targets construction for 2027.

For residents and property owners, these investments are worth following. Their practical impact will depend on completed construction, business occupancy, access improvements and how the area manages increased commercial traffic.

Information reflects published announcements reviewed October 5, 2026. Project schedules are subject to change.

Martin A. Reyes, REALTOR®
eXp Realty
281-221-8061

09/05/2026

Coming Soon | Morley Street Industrial Complex

7583 • 7575 • 7579 Morley St. | Houston, TX

A rare opportunity to acquire a functional light-industrial property consisting of two metal shop buildings and a central lot used for equipment and storage.

Currently operating as a machine shop, the property offers existing industrial infrastructure, large roll-up access, secured yard areas, and flexibility for continued owner-user operations, investment, or future redevelopment.

The facility has a history of producing specialized machinery and components for major aerospace and aviation companies, including Boeing, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines.

More details coming soon.

Presented by
Martin A. Reyes, GRI®, CNE®
eXp Realty | The Kawaguchi Group
281.221.8061

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer to independently verify property information and suitability for intended use.

08/28/2026

🤓A new price changes the conversation.

1409 Laird St Unit B is now offered at $419,900.

Located in Greater Heights, this 1,786 sq. ft. home offers 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, flexible additional living or work space, and no HOA.

Love Park is minutes a walk away, offering green space, walking paths, playgrounds, and recreation right in the neighborhood.

A smart option for buyers who value location, usable space, and flexibility without paying for rooms they may not need.

Close to Heights dining and entertainment, Downtown Houston, Memorial Park, and major Houston destinations.

1409 Laird St Unit B
Houston, TX 77008
New Price: $419,900

See what $419,900 can buy you in the Heights.

Message me to schedule a private showing or attend our open house this Saturday and Sunday August 29th and 30th 2-4pm! 281-221-8061

08/16/2026

WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH THIS CORNER PROPERTY IN LIVINGSTON?

Sometimes a property deserves a second look—not because anything about it changed, but because you notice something you didn’t see the first time.

📍 915 Martin Luther King Dr., Livingston, TX 77351

Offered at $135,000, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath property sits on a corner in an established part of Livingston, near church, community, government and service uses.

And then there’s the location.

You’re only a short distance from W. Church Street / US-190, one of Livingston’s primary commercial corridors, with US-59 also nearby.

That makes this an interesting property for more than one type of buyer:

🏡 Someone looking for an affordable home in town
🔑 An investor considering another rental property
📍 Or a buyer who recognizes the value of owning a corner property close to some of Livingston’s major roads and established non-residential uses

2 Bedrooms | 1 Bath | Approx. 840 Sq. Ft.
Corner Lot | Livingston, Texas
$135,000

The property is currently residential. Buyers considering any office, business, commercial or alternative use should independently verify zoning, restrictions, permitting and allowable use with the appropriate authorities.

Maybe you’ve seen this property before. Take another look at the location.

Message me for details or to schedule a private showing. Text: 281-221-8061

08/16/2026

For buyers who want the character, convenience and lifestyle of the Houston Heights without taking on more house than they need, 1409 Laird Street, Unit B offers a compelling opportunity.

Located near 14th Street and Laird Street in the Greater Heights area, this home places you in one of Houston’s most established Inner Loop neighborhoods, close to local restaurants, coffee shops, neighborhood bars, trails and neighborhood destinations. Love Park and the Heights Hike & Bike Trail are nearby, adding convenient outdoor recreation to the Heights lifestyle.

Offered at $445,000, the home provides approximately 1,786 square feet, with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and flexible additional space that can function as a home office, study, reading area or secondary living space.

For professionals, couples, downsizers or buyers who value usable space without the upkeep of a much larger home, the layout offers flexibility for the way people live and work today.

The Greater Heights Lifestyle

One of the strongest advantages of 1409 Laird is its location.

Enjoy convenient access to the Heights dining and entertainment scene, neighborhood parks and trails while remaining well positioned for trips toward Downtown Houston, the Galleria, the Texas Medical Center, major employment centers, highways and airports.

It is a location that works during the week just as well as it does on the weekend.

A Home That Prioritizes Location and Livability

Buyers searching in the $400,000–$500,000 range have choices throughout Houston. The decision, however, is about more than bedroom count or price per square foot.

It is about where you want to live, how you want your home to function and how much house you actually want to maintain.

1409 Laird offers the opportunity to own in an established Inner Loop location with a comfortable, manageable footprint, flexible interior space and convenient access to the outdoor and neighborhood amenities that make the Heights distinctive.

For a buyer who prioritizes location, convenience, flexibility and the Heights lifestyle, this property deserves a closer look.

1409 Laird Street, Unit B | Houston, TX 77008
Offered at $445,000

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY | 2–4 PM

For more information or a private showing:

Martin A. Reyes, REALTOR® | eXp Realty
Call or Text: 281-221-8061
Email: [email protected]

08/16/2026

📍 UNDER CONTRACT | ALDINE / I-45 & WEST ROAD MARKET UPDATE

There is a reason commercial real estate around I-45 and West Road continues to deserve attention.

151 West Road is now under contract, and the surrounding market provides some useful perspective on why this North Houston corridor remains commercially relevant.

At the southwest corner of I-45 and West Road, JLL currently reports the 419,731-square-foot West Road Plaza at approximately 96.75% occupancy. The center is anchored by Joe V’s Smart Shop and includes national tenancy, reinforcing I-45/West Road as an established retail node rather than an emerging location still waiting for commercial demand. (JLL Investment)

There is also a significant long-term infrastructure component. TxDOT’s approved plans for I-45 between I-610 and Beltway 8 include expanded mainlanes, frontage-road improvements, drainage improvements and four Managed Express lanes. Of particular interest locally, the plan includes direct MaX-lane access to the frontage roads between West Road and Aldine Bender Road, along with additional access between the general-purpose and managed lanes near West Road. TxDOT currently anticipates Segment 1 construction around 2032, subject to funding and final design. (Texas Department of Transportation)

Against that backdrop, 151 West Road offers the type of physical characteristics commercial buyers continue to evaluate: approximately 1.057 acres (46,043 SF) of flat, level land, an existing 5,600-SF single-story brick building, paved access and off-street parking.

Getting the property under contract is an important milestone, but I will continue following what is happening around West Road, I-45 and the Aldine corridor as this transaction progresses.

Commercial real estate is ultimately about location, access, surrounding investment and the usefulness of the land. This part of North Houston continues to give us plenty to watch.

Martin A. Reyes, REALTOR®
Call or Text: 281-221-8061
eXp Realty
Texas License

07/25/2026

07/15/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | 1409 Laird Street, Unit B

The Heights-area lifestyle. A dedicated home office. No HOA. And an asking price under $450,000.

Offered at $445,000, this stylish 77008 townhome gives buyers the space and flexibility they want—without paying for rooms they may never use or adding another monthly HOA expense.

Inside, you’ll find:

✨ 2 spacious bedrooms
✨ A dedicated study ideal for working from home
✨ 2.5 bathrooms
✨ Approximately 1,786 square feet
✨ Open living and entertaining spaces
✨ A private balcony
✨ An attached garage
✨ No HOA fees

The location puts you close to the restaurants, coffee shops, trails and neighborhood destinations that make this part of Houston so desirable.

This is more than a two-bedroom home. It is an opportunity for someone who values location, intelligent use of space and a lifestyle that extends beyond the front door.

📍 1409 Laird Street, Unit B
Houston, Texas 77008
💰 Offered at $445,000

Message me for property details or to schedule a private showing.

Martin A. Reyes, REALTOR®

#77008

06/21/2026

📍 Aldine / I-45 & West Road — The corridor keeps showing signs of movement

If you watch commercial real estate in North Houston, the I-45 and West Road area is worth paying attention to.

A few practical things are happening at the same time.

East Aldine continues putting real attention toward infrastructure, public improvements, roads, sidewalks, sewer work, public safety, and business-corridor support. That matters because commercial corridors do not improve from one building or one tenant alone. They improve when access, utilities, traffic movement, and public investment start lining up.

West Road is also continuing to show retail activity. Nearby national brands and food-service operators continue to reinforce that this is a working trade area with daily commuter traffic, school traffic, and neighborhood demand.

On the ground, even small details are worth noticing. The Take 5 Oil Change next door recently mowed the property, and from observation, it looks like they may be getting ready to open soon. That kind of activity matters because it shows continued movement along this stretch of West Road.

That is why 151 West Road remains an interesting commercial redevelopment opportunity.

The property offers approximately 1.057 acres, about 46,043 square feet of land, a single-story brick building of approximately 5,600 square feet, paved frontage, off-street parking, and a flat/level site condition. It sits near I-45 in the Aldine area, in a corridor already supported by daily commuter flow, schools, retail traffic, and national brands.

This is the type of property where the value is not only in the existing building. The real question is highest and best use: what can the land support next, and which buyer can make the numbers work under today’s development costs?

For developers, investors, and commercial users watching North Houston, Aldine is not standing still.

151 West Rd, Houston, TX 77037
Martin A. Reyes, GRI
eXp Realty
281-221-8061
[email protected]

06/17/2026

Come see it in person! I've scheduled an open house for Sat, Jun 20 @ 11:00 - 1:00PM. Click on the image to see all the listing details, or contact me directly if you'd like to learn more.