West Houston Thrives Amid Corporate Relocations, Office, Mixed-Use Development

 

Greater West Houston is among the fastest-growing communities in the nation, anchored by a dynamic “urban core” spanning the Energy Corridor, Memorial City, and CityCentre. With 37 million square feet of office space—on par with Downtown Houston—and more than 590,000 jobs, the region is a major economic engine. The West Houston Association (WHA) projects that by 2060, the area’s population will reach 3.29 million and employment will exceed 1.19 million, accounting for nearly a quarter of Greater Houston’s totals.

Demand for Office Space Remains Strong
The region is experiencing continued strong demand for Class A and “trophy” assets. According to Avison Young, West Houston submarkets (Energy Corridor/Katy Freeway West, Westchase, and Memorial) saw nearly 175,000 square feet of positive absorption in Q1 2025 — compared to a 407,000-square-foot decline Downtown.

 

In May 2025, TMEIC Corp. finalized its HQ move from Virginia to Houston. The company spent $3 million to renovate 23,878 square feet at Eldridge Oaks and employs 500 people in the area. Image: Kirksey

 

Notable West Houston leasing activity:

• SM Energy Company leased 41,000 SF at One Eldridge
• McDermott added a second Energy Corridor office with 50,000 SF at Westgate II
• Schneider Electric opened an Energy Innovation Center in Memorial City
• Black & Veatch leased 41,000 SF at Energy Tower II
• Oliva Gibbs relocated from Downtown to Energy Tower IV
• TMEIC Corp. moved its U.S. HQ from Virginia to Eldridge Oaks
• DNV USA signed a 63,000 SF lease at The Offices at Greenhouse
• Noble Corporation moved to CityWest Place
• Group 1 Automotive expanded at Town Centre Two

 

Growing West Houston Office Investment
Robust leasing is spurring a new wave of investment. Recent acquisitions include major assets across the Energy Corridor and Westchase, such as:

• Westchase Park I & II acquired by Canyon Creek Real Estate
• Ten Plaza West sold by Parkview Financial
• Harmony Public Schools acquired 1255 Enclave
• Timberway One purchased by LM&A Associates
• Ashford 5, 6 & 7 bought by LFFP Ashford Portfolio
• Reserve at Westchase acquired by DML Capital
• One City Centre purchased by 3L Real Estate
• Energy Crossing I, Energy Crossing II and 1001 Noble Energy Way acquired by Capital Commercial Investments

 

Capital Commercial Investments bought Energy Crossing II, increasing its footprint in the Energy Corridor. The company also purchased The Offices at Greenhouse in late 2024. Image: CoStar

 

New office projects and major renovations are in the works to accommodate continued demand for top-quality Class A office space, including Midway’s 65% pre-leased CityCentre Six, which topped out in June, with completion anticipated in Spring 2026. Plans also call for CityCentre Seven, an adjacent office development that will encompass 119,000 square feet. Mac Haik Enterprises’ Energy Tower II, is undergoing an expansive makeover, including a high-end restaurant, to be completed this fall.

 

Mixed-Use Momentum Continues
Driven by continued population and employment growth, a new generation of walkable, amenity-rich developments is reshaping West Houston, bringing a blend of office, retail, residential, and entertainment space to the region:

• Ashford Yard – Redevelopment of the former Schlumberger campus with 90,000 SF of retail, restaurant, entertainment, office space, and 350 multifamily units. First phase is expected in Q2 2026.
• Park Eight Place – Former Halliburton campus will transform into a $1 billion, 70-acre walkable destination in Westchase, with residential, retail, hotel, and office uses adjacent to the 200-acre Arthur Storey Park.
• Greenside at Memorial City – The project will convert 35,000 SF of warehouse space into a dynamic retail Opening is slated for summer 2026.
• Watermark District at Woodcreek – Redevelopment of the former ConocoPhillips campus will create a lakefront community with 650,000 SF of office, luxury residences, retail, boutique hotel, and wellness features. Leasing is underway for the first office building.
• Memorial Town Square – 27 acres west of Memorial City Mall will become a walkable town center with 190,000 SF of retail and dining, multifamily, office space, and public green space.
• The Moran Hotel and AC Hotels by Marriott – In February, Midway completed the full renovation of The Moran at CityCentre. In parallel, the developer will bring Houston’s second AC Hotel by Marriott to the development, expanding hospitality offerings in West Houston.
• Houston Marriott Energy Corridor – In August, SLTX Capital purchased the hotel with plans to launch a comprehensive, multimillion-dollar renovation of the hotel.

MetroNational and Radom Capital broke ground on the 35,000-square-foot Greenside in April. The adaptive reuse project will feature a mix of restaurant, retail, as well as beauty and wellness-focused services. Image: Michael Hsu Office of Architecture

 

New Residential Development Prioritizes Wellness in the Energy Corridor
Following the success of its flagship community, 1888 Brittmoore, Define Living has acquired 10.4 acres in Wolff Companies’ Central Park to develop its second wellness-centered residential community, Define Living: Park Row. The 388-unit mid-rise will offer a curated living experience rooted in wellbeing, featuring daily fitness classes, yoga and cycling studios, an infrared sauna, cold plunge, juice bar, and personal wellbeing coaches for every resident. Located steps from Terry Hershey Park Hike and Bike Trails, Bayou Greenways, and Addicks Reservoir, the community is designed to energize and restore. Construction is expected to begin in Q4 2025, with pre-leasing already underway for a 2027 opening.

 

With its Park Row acquisition of one of the two remaining parcels in Central Park, Define Living continues its mission to create spaces where residents can live intentionally and feel restored at home. Situated steps from major employers and outdoor recreation, the community will blend convenience, modern design, and holistic wellbeing in one elevated living experience. Image: Define Living

 

West Houston’s Growth Engine: A Dynamic Hub for Business and Community
West Houston continues to distinguish itself as a magnet for corporate relocations, investment, and development. With robust leasing activity and a surge in mixed-use projects, the region is redefining suburban growth with a blend of business, lifestyle, and innovation. Fueled by a growing population and workforce, West Houston’s trajectory positions it as one of the most vibrant and competitive markets in the Greater Houston area.

 

The largest remaining parcel of land, at 15.3 acres fronting the freeway, available for development in The Energy Corridor – Wolff Companies Central Park, where only one parcel remains. Image: Wolff Companies

 

Since 1970, Wolff Companies has been shaping the evolution of West Houston, with our master-planned, mixed-use developments, such as Westway Park, Park 10, Ten Oaks and most recently, Central Park. The 78-acre Energy Corridor deed-restricted business park offers unparalleled access, visibility and proximity to green space near Houston’s largest employers. It is home to MD Anderson Cancer Center’s West Houston campus and a 342-unit multifamily development, the Vista at Park Row. Only one 15.3 acre parcel remains – ideal for office, multifamily, hospitality, and healthcare uses.