10 binge-able House Hunters episodes set in Houston
Houston is home to some stunning scenery and gorgeous properties. Check out these “House Hunters” episodes to get an even closer look at the city’s real estate.
Houston, we have a problem—that is, if you haven’t watched our beautiful city featured on HGTV’s “House Hunters.” Everyone’s seen an episode of the show here and there, but seeking out episodes set here can help you feel closer to the area you were raised in or currently live in. You may even spot new neighborhoods you’ve never seen before.
“House Hunters” has been HGTV’s resident globetrotting home-buying program since 1999, a mere five years after the Knoxville, Tenn.-based network first hit television screens in 1994. With thousands of episodes under its belt, the show has helped countless homebuyers sink their teeth—and their pocketbooks—into properties that they’ll love for years to come.
You know how it goes: Homebuyers name their ideal amenities, which are sometimes outrageous, and they’re then shown several properties, often with some wildly out of their price range to help them be more reasonable. At the end of it all, they select one house to become their happily-ever-after abode. It’s a feel-good show, and it’s a perfect escape after a long day or week.
“House Hunters” has visited Houston a number of times, and that’s likely for the best, considering that the housing market here can be treacherous at times. With the help of the HGTV team, many Houstonites have found homes they love, and you can check out their stories in these serendipitous “House Hunters” episodes set in Houston.
This hopeful homebuyer has “High Expectations in Houston”
Our good friend and neighbor California has a mighty high cost of living, even in areas outside of Los Angeles, and one homebuyer from Sacramento in a Sep. 2022 episode of “House Hunters” wants to leave for that very reason. An employee of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Arthur is relocating to get away from renting and have a more secure financial future in his own house.
But it’s those secure finances that might force him to compromise. Arthur knows deep down that he needs to prioritize his budget, but he also wants something that’s available to be moved into immediately, not something that might be cheaper but needs to be spruced up. Will he meet his goals? Tune in to this fascinating episode of “House Hunters” to find out.
This newly married couple doesn’t agree on their “Tight Quarters in Houston”
Tight quarters can create problems. We’ve probably all experienced the frustration that arises when it feels like we’re constantly on top of other people in our home and simply want some extra space. For a newly married couple in a Sep. 2024 episode of “House Hunters,” this meant hitting the housing market and finding a new abode that will fit their new lifestyle as husband and wife.
The catch? They don’t see eye to eye on the type of house they want to pursue. A more lavish home in the Houston suburbs is calling out to the wife, while her husband is more aligned with a smaller house in Houston proper. This disagreement largely comes down to their different life experiences, with the former being an experienced homebuyer and the latter throwing his hat into the ring for the first time. Will they compromise, and if so, which way? You have to watch the episode to find out.
This large family found themselves “In a Hurry in Houston”
It’s a classic homebuying dilemma: Do we maintain our strict budget, or do we give in to have a nicer place to call home? A Dec. 2023 episode sees a family of six encounter this conflict head-on. They’re looking to move to Houston, but they’re on a tight timeframe of a single weekend.
Like in other episodes, the matriarch and patriarch of the family disagree with their approaches as homebuyers. The former would like a bigger and nicer home to host relatives or friends when they’re in town. On the other hand, her husband is leaning toward a cheaper home that will fit more neatly into their established budget. But with only a couple of days to view their prospective abodes and choose one, will stress influence their decision? You know where to find the answer.
This family quickly learned that “Everything’s Bigger in Houston”
We grew up hearing the phrase “everything’s bigger in Texas” everywhere, serving as a colloquial synonym of sorts for our beautiful state. For one family, who appeared in a Jan. 2012 episode of “House Hunters,” that saying rings particularly true for Houston.
You see, this family hails from San Francisco, where the houses are much smaller because the city is not only condensed but also expensive. Houston has more space and a lower cost of living, which allows for larger properties. Cue this family’s shock—and eagerness to have more space for themselves and their visitors. Will they find a home that meets their heightened expectations?
This matriarch’s number-one priority is “Finally a Family Home in Texas”
Las Vegas may be the home of ultra-bright lights, slinky slot machines, and the faint stir of music no matter where you go in the city, but it can’t keep its grip on everyone all the time. A Sep. 2022 episode of “House Hunters” sees one family led by mortgage loan officer Nyisha leaving Sin City behind for a new life in Houston. Accompanying Nyisha are her two sons, her father, and three fluffy dogs.
This family is seeking a large home that includes five bedrooms and five bathrooms, and Nyisha desires a home office due to her ever-rising career. Other wants include a pool and a basketball court. But why Houston, you may ask? Well, there are two key players: There are good colleges in the area that her sons may soon attend, and, admittedly, Nyisha wants some good Houston-style BBQ. (You know we can’t blame her.) Will this family be able to get all of that and a bag of chips?
This couple is ready to proclaim, “Houston We Have a House”!
College life in the U.S. is expensive, and that might actually be the biggest understatement of our time. Because of this, very few folks are able to buy homes while they’re actively studying, or even when they first graduate. But that isn’t stopping one couple from searching for their first home together following so many late nights as struggling students.
Aired in Mar. 2025, this episode sees the couple work out in real time which type of property will best suit them as they embark on new life paths as young professionals. They could go with a loft for more quintessentially cool vibes or a Craftsman-style house that might set them up better for the future, even if it scores lower on the “cool” scale. Which will this dynamic duo choose? Sitting down to watch “House Hunters” with a cold bottle of Lone Pint Yellow Rose is the best way to find out.
Searching for a “Party House in Houston” isn’t as easy as it seems
Houston has a way of drawing people in, even if they’re from across the country. We do live in the birthplace of Beyoncé, after all. But that strong sway can also cause some people to get tightly wound up in the decision-making process, resulting in confusion and tension. Yes, we’re talking about the Jan. 2022 episode of “House Hunters” in which one couple disagrees far more than usual.
For this couple, bridging the gap between themselves and their friends and family is of the utmost importance, but that’s largely where the similarities in their goals end. What type of house do they want? How much money are they willing to fork over? What size and amenities do they want? These are all hotly contested debates for this couple, which makes for a juicy episode of TV after a long week. Trust us: You won’t want to miss this one.
This couple struggles to find “A Home for Podcasters” that fulfills both of their dreams
Podcasting comes with a lot of requirements, including expensive equipment and space, but should you prioritize that when buying a home? That’s what the couple in a Jan. 2025 episode of “House Hunters” ponders when on the hunt for a family home in Houston. Prior to their episode, the couple had been living in an apartment, but with a growing family and expanding careers comes the need for a stable home and extra space. They can both agree on that.
But the layout is an entirely different question. Where the wife wants an open-concept home that feels modern and spacious, her husband wants a more segmented home. Closed-off rooms allow for easier podcasting, but should a job or hobby affect your home-buying prospects? That’s the matter on everyone’s mind, and you’re going to want to see how it plays out.
This homebuyer is making the leap “From DC to Texas” to return to her roots
Many “House Hunters” episodes focus on the desires of couples or full families, but if you ask us, we like to see episodes that focus on an individual, too. It feels more personal sometimes, and you get even more insight into their lives. One great case is the July 2023 episode that focuses on a woman moving back to Houston, where she’s from, following 13 years of living in Washington, D.C. for work.
We don’t know if this homebuyer decided where to live in Houston based on her zodiac sign, but we do know that she would like a large home, as well as a big backyard, since she plans on having friends and family over often. But can she really get everything she wants? Her sister steps up as a voice of reason, but will she heed her advice? These are all questions you can find answers to in the episode.
This couple finally unites and asks, “Where’s My Water View?”
Long-distance dating is about as hard as it comes, but if you’ve made it through thick and thin and come out the other side, why not take the next step and buy a home together? Surely, it will be all sunshine and rainbows as you finally unite and begin a full life together. Well, not quite if you’re the couple from one Feb. 2025 episode of “House Hunters.”
This couple is entering the housing market together, but they don’t agree on what type of property they want to buy in Houston. Understandably, they may feel the need to make a splash to prove to everyone that their long-distance dating wasn’t for naught, but you also have to be reasonable when purchasing a home.
Thus descends the problem: The man wants a luxurious home at a price point that doesn’t break the bank, and the woman is less concerned about finances as long as the home is large and in charge. Will they find the perfect compromise, and how will their relationship fare in the process? You know how to find out.
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