77042 is an area in the western greater Houston area which straddles Beltway 8 (The Sam Houston Tollway) north to south and which has Westheimer Rd. passing east to west through the center of it. The southernmost border of the zip code is located along the Westpark Tollroad. A few miles to the north of 77042 lies I-10 which makes this area very convenient for travelling around much of the greater Houston area with ease. This location is also very close to the I-69 and Highway 59 interchange.
Much of this area is comprised of lovely neighborhoods and tree-lined communities. The Westchase district is partly comprised by 77042 and is a major business district of the greater Houston area. There are many major nationally recognized chains and brands located in this area. Also you can find several major offices for oil companies and for other types of corporations.
The Westchase district is a great place to work, eat, and live with many beautiful apartment communities and neighborhoods within the area. 77042 has a diverse selection of cuisine including a fair number of Mediterranean influenced restaurants.
Buffalo bayou trail can be found just north of the 77042 zip code and to the northwest you can find the Lakeside country club.
This zip code is a family friendly place to live with a mix of urban and suburban living with its quiet walkable neighborhoods and upscale office complexes. Education is not far away with Houston area colleges just minutes away from this zip code. Another great thing about 77042 is that it is just minutes away from the Galleria mall where someone could spend an entire day shopping and dining inside or around the mall itself.
Whether you need convenience, a business environment, peaceful neighborhoods or upscale living the 77042 area is ideal.
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Lakeside Country Club