Located in the 77005 -zip code area, West University Place (West U, for short), is a city of about 15,000 residents located in Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metro area. The city’s name originated from its close proximity to Rice University. West U is a place that appeals to the younger generation as well as the young at heart, as it provides plenty in the way of shopping, dining, and nightlife entertainment.

Residents of West University Place love to shop at the epicenter of the community, or the large Rice Village Shopping District. The open-air mall is the ideal place to spend the day when the weather is pleasant. Home to chic retailers, such as Sephora and Kendra Scott Jewelry, residents have plenty of places to find a unique gift for themselves or a friend.

For example, you can locate cherry-picked styles in fashionable boutiques in the shopping enclave. Stores also offer shoppers the opportunity to find original jewelry created, by hand, with precious gemstones and metal. You can also locate flea market finds on second Saturdays at the Rice Village Flea Market, located on Morningside Drive.Residents also can make appointments for spa treatments if they so choose.

Besides a great shopping experience, you can find some great cuisine and wine in West U. Locals can expand their palette with special foods and wines, such as fine dining Greek menu and wine selections, or opt for simpler fare, such as addictive feta-brined chicken or a pork gyro. Asa Park U resident, you will find plenty of places to dine that are both taste-tempting and diverse.

That is why West University Place residents depend on smart technologies, such as the One Neighbor app. With this app, you are in command of taking care of your lawn care, including weed control and mulching, at home. All you have to do is create your free account, join your neighborhood, and sign up for services! Homeowners are saving a ton of money using OneNeighbor.

With all there is to do in West U, this app comes in very handy for anyone who wants to maintain their property but wishes to make the most of their leisure time.