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| Bellaire
An older neighborhood that
was a little Mayberry right on the edge of Houston. Now it is one of the most affluent
neighborhoods in the area with many of the old original ranch style homes replaced by new
construction. Bellaire straddles the west loop, 1/2 inside the loop and 1/2 outside, and
adjoins Meyerland and West University. Prices range generally from $250,000's up to the
$2-millions. New 5000-plus sq.ft. mansions mixed with old ranch style 1950's homes, the
lot sizes range from 6000 to 1/2-acre. There are many less than 5 years old resales on the
market. Many of the newer homes are Mediterraneans stucco, red brick traditionals or
neo-classics. Interiors are lavish and often include a third story (no basements here).
Schools and parks are this neighborhood's pride and joy. Bellaire is really a city within
the City of Houston with police, water department, etc. Its family oriented but so close
to the Galleria and Downtown all kinds of buyers are attracted to these homes which seem
like bargains compared to other close in neighborhoods. Bellaire is split by the West loop
and bound on the north by 59. It's very close to the Galleria, the summit and a 15 minute
drive to downtown with light traffic. The Medical center is a short drive too. Shopping
and restaurants abound in the Village Area which is in West U and Meyerland is on the
southside and offers shopping and eateries. Insider
Insider Tip:
Bellaire is a real city with it's own police. It is also a
high school in H.I.S.D with a feeder pattern that has different boundaries than the city.
Then there are areas which are marketed as Bellaire that are not in the school or city
boundaries. If you have a real preference, be sure and check with the school or who the
property owner pays city taxes to. The city of Bellaire has it's own police and other city
services.
Clear Lake Area
Located just south of Houston and north of
Galveston Island off Interstate 45, the Clear Lake area is rich in economic prosperity,
education and just plain fun. Originally centered around N.A.S.A.'s Johnson Space Center,
the city remains a hub for aero-space technology, harboring some of the nation's major
engineering firms. With it's expanding shores, Clear Lake has become a hot spot for
entertainment as well. From Space Center Houston Theme Park, where kids can learn about
"moon rocks", to the Kemah Boardwalk, a water-side spot of shops, restaurants and
amusement rides, Clear Lake offers something for everyone. For the nautically inclined,
Clear Lake features one of the largest concentrations of sailboats in the nation, with
many businesses, restaurants, and neighborhoods equipped with piers and slips, perfect for
docking. In addition to water sports, Clear Lake is a golfer's paradise, providing both
public and private courses. Beyond recreational fun, this community boasts some of the
finest schools, most of which are exemplary in standing. The University of Houston Clear
Lake is also located here, offering a number of graduate and post-graduate programs. When
it comes to housing, Clear Lake offers a variety of homes and neighborhoods as varied as
the people who reside in this water oriented community. From traditional family homes on
quiet tree-lined streets to Mediterranean Villas with waterfront views there is certainly
no shortage of options. With many homes available from the low $100's, Clear Lake offers
affordable family living, as well as, some high end neighborhoods ranging from $500,000
and to multi-millions on the lake (Beyonce and other celebs have owned homes here.)
Insider Tip:
Once again, when you say you live in the Clear Lake area, you
may mean around the lake, in a master planned community in the area or in the actual area
named Clear Lake City of Houston which is in the city of Houston. There are also the
cities of Seabrook, Kemah, Dickenson and League City in the area. Most of the area is
either Dickenson ISD or Clear Creek ISD.
Downtown
No area holds more potential or excitement in
Houston than Downtown. It's been a long time coming but more residential opportunities are
now available in Houston's central business district than ever before. With the promise of
the stadiums now fulfilled and an exciting night scene in full swing, residential
development is really heating up. Even the more industrial east side is jumping on the
residential band wagon. For sale or for lease, lofts, high rise efficiencies and condo
units, penthouses, new townhouses and historic condo units make up the residential mix
here. You can even own a home on top of the Four Seasons Hotel. Expect to pay $200 to $400
per foot for condos and lofts. Keep in mind that real lofts are pretty rare in Houston and
the term means a number of things to Houston developers, but should always include large
rooms with high ceilings. Unit prices range from 100's to multi-millions for
penthouses with skyline views. And you can expect the Downtown excitement to continue to
drive prices up in surrounding neighborhoods like the First Ward and Historic Sixth Ward.
It's all very exciting, especially since Karen Derr has been marketing Downtown homes for
over a decade now. We've seen the changes and can help you way all your Downtown choices.
Insider Tip:
Midtown and the near East side of Downtown offer more town
homes that may have a skyline view and be walking distance to Downtown attractions.
Garden Oaks
As the name would imply, this close in
neighborhood has beautiful mature trees, with winding uncurbed streets and a mix of old
and new homes. Originally developed in the 30's and 40's, charming cottages and large lots
make up this deed restricted community just north of loop 610 and very close to the
Heights. In fact, if the prices per square foot are too high or the yards too small for
you in the Heights, Garden Oaks just might fill your bill for a close in home. However,
prices have gone up in Garden Oaks consistently because of the large lots and a great
elementary school which is an HISD Montessori s chool - Garden Oaks Elementary. Highly
rated Oak Forest Elementary is also in nearby. Expect hardwood floors and vintage details.
Most new construction is traditional but not so many period replicas as in some
neighborhoods. While technically outside the loop, we're talking less than a minute
outside the loop and for groceries this area has one of the nicest Krogers in the city
just up the street on 43rd. Garden Oaks is also home to one of the oldest Sears department
stores left in Houston - where Karen Derr shopped for her school clothes when she was a
kid. Prices range from about $200,000 to $800,000.
Insider Tip:
Fisher and Brinkman streets and the land around them is often
marketed as Garden Oaks but is actually not in the restricted subdivision - great area for
even larger lots and live/work opportunities with plenty of room for boats, R.V.'s, etc.
Most of Garden Oaks property has a 3/4 of 1% HOA fee charged to the buyer at closing. It's
their way of avoiding mandatory high yearly HOA fees.
Heights
A turn of the century master planned community
which is largely residential, the Heights is rich in history. 11th, 19th, and 20th streets
are business districts as is Yale, Shepherd and Studewood. Heights Blvd. dissects the area
and is lined with beautiful old Victorian Homes, some of which are now offices. The large
esplanade in the center is a jogging trail & park. Jogging, walking your dog, biking,
skating are all popular past times here. Pushing baby carriages is also becoming popular
as young families who don't want to drive in from the suburbs are choosing the Heights
more and more. Priced fairly reasonably compared to some of the other close in
neighborhoods, the Heights is a great place for starter homes. This can be deceiving
though. The homes start in the 200's, but they can be extremely small as the Heights
abounds with 1000 sq.ft. bungalows. Charming cottages, many with 2 bedrooms 1 bath, they
are works of art after their owners renovate them and bring them into the 21st century.
The Victorians are usually larger but also more in price. New construction is mostly in
Victorian or New Orleans style and both old and new are priced from about $175-$325 per
sq.ft. with most modern conveniences included. You can find homes from the 200,000's to
about $1,500,000. 3000 square feet newer Victorian or Craftsman replicas will be in the in
the $600,000's on 5000 to 6600 s.f. lot on a good street. Huge trees and lovely parks add
to the charm of the Heights. From the Woodland Heights on the Southeast side of the
Heights you can see the downtown skyline from many 2nd stories. The Heights is very much
like a small town in the city. Populated by many of Houston's artists, the neighborhood is
tolerant of self expression. I tell folks considering the Heights to bring a bike and just
ride up and down the streets. We love to look at the different colors people paint their
homes. There seems to be a cat on every porch and sometimes you'll spot an art car or
restored antique car. It's that kind of neighborhood. Five minutes to downtown, the
Heights has been a great investment in the recent past and seems to see no decline in
sight. It still has some seedy spots here and there but they are our seedy spots and some
are Heights landmarks. Small shops and galleries make up the business areas along with a
few very good restaurants. Since much of the Heights is dry (no booze sold due to an old
ordinance still in effect), you'll have to B.Y.O.B. or venture outside the dry area for a
drink. The Heights is a truly a unique old neighborhood that is now a wonderful place to
call home in the heart of the city.
Insider Tip:
The Heights is no longer a municipality and is part of the city of
Houston and serviced by HPD. However, some parts contract with the county for additional
constable patrols.
Idylwood and Eastwood
Both Eastwood and Idylwood are
beautiful old neighborhoods just 10 minutes south of downtown off south I-45. Many call
Idylwood "Little West U." because it's architecture & style are reminiscent of the pricier
West University Place. The area has been very well maintained, has winding streets & is
situated on a small hill that drops down to buffalo bayou. Idylwood has the look & feel of
someplace other than typically flat Houston. Many people that started looking in the
Heights wind up here because of the price difference. and Gulfgate Mall is under serious
renovation & that's a definite plus for Idylwood. Eastwood is so close to Downtown and all
the businesses moving out to the east side. Great restaurants in the area are part of the
charm including Mandola's. Try Bohemeos for coffee and art. Prices range from $175,000 up
to $400,000. Idylwood and Eastwood have very low inventories of homes for sale but it's
well worth the wait to find a home here.
Insider Tip:
These well organized and proud neighborhoods are truly "best kept
secrets" in Houston.
Kingwood
A master planned community north on Highway 59.
It is in the Humble school district and is marketed as "The Livable Forest". With a
population of over 40,000. it's a immense but still a beautiful natural setting because of
the abundance of green areas which buffer the homes from the streets and each other. Miles
of jogging and biking trails and an elementary school in every village has made Kingwood a
great family neighborhood for over 20 years now. Homes are available from the $100,000 to
just over $1 million for the most part. That's not to say that there aren't some very
special properties offered higher from time to time. New homes start in the mid $100,000's
and go up. 25 years ago Kingwood was way out of town with the nearest mall probably 15
miles away. Today there is plenty of shopping and great restaurants right in Kingwood. The
nearest mall and cinema is less than 10 minutes away and the Woodlands mall is a short
drive cross Montgomery County and well worth it. The airport if only about 15 minutes
which makes this a great home for business travelers. Country properties appear pretty
quickly once you get north and east of Kingwood so there are plenty of places to board
horses. Lake Houston is accessible from Kingwood and Lake Livingston is a short drive. The
development has two country clubs with golf courses plus one public course and several
others within 20 minutes. Houston is truly a golfers paradise. Lots are generally 1/2 acre
for estate homes but much smaller in general. The drive to downtown from Kingwood is 25
minutes with no traffic, about 40 in rush hour. It is also a good choice for executives
working on the east side of Houston and Channelview too. Let me know if you would like to
receive a video telling you more about Kingwood. Insider Tip:
One
pre-Kingwood village called Forest Cove has larger lots and horses are allowed but the
homes are quite old. Many are updated so if a lot of space between neighbors is your
dream, its worth a look. It is Humble ISD like Kingwood.
Lindale Park
Lindale is just a stone's throw to downtown
on the northern side, inside the loop. Many clients ask us where are the next
up-and-coming neighborhoods? Lyndale is always on our list of places to watch and invest.
With lots of bungalows and brick cottages neatly arranged on east to west running streets,
the feel is very 1940's. Roofs are high peaked and interiors almost always feature
hardwood floors. You'll find the prices enticing with many listings in the 100's. Most
homes are larger than 1000 s.f. so they're a nice change from the little bungalows
bringing high prices in other parts of the inner loop. Prices range from the mid
$100,000's to the mid $400,000's with a few special homes bringing more. Rail is coming
up Fulton so expect more transit oriented development along the corridor. Lot's of great
restaurants. Don't let the weathered look of many of the establishments put you off. This
is a great neighborhood to dine in and a great neighborhood to live in. Lindale Park has
an active and effective home owner's association.
Insider Tip:
Many of our local political representatives live in Lindale Park.
Many community leaders grew up in the area and chose to come back or remain because of the
tidy streets and the central location, not to mention that the fine houses are priced well
below the prices in the trendy Heights which is just west of Lindale Park.
Memorial / Tanglewood
Inside the Beltway but outside the
Loop, is an old and prestigious neighborhood made up of villages some of which have their
own police force, etc. With current offerings ranging in price from $500K's to $8 Million
there are many lifestyles to choose from. There are old homes built in the 1950's in most
price categories with price depending on amenities and land amount. Some are very nicely
updated and should not be missed although anything under $500K very well might be a
tear-down. Lots are expensive but many of the homes have 1/2 or larger plus lots. The
newer ones with sizable plots of land are up in price. I'll include here Tanglewood which
is very prestigious and where George and Barbara Bush make their home when in Houston.
Tanglewood is very close to the Galleria and in the Houston School District. Memorial is
in the Spring Branch School District. Country clubs and private schools are readily
available and since you're virtually in the thick of the city -- shopping, night-life and
restaurants are nearby. But the general feel of Memorial is suburban and almost pastoral.
The tree lined streets are winding and the huge trees and landscaping is beautiful and
mature. Memorial outside the Beltway is getting pretty far west and the prices here
reflect that. Although there are many $600,000 up homes, Wilchester and Westchester go
lower (even $350,000's). This area is also mostly in the Spring Branch school district.
There is some new construction starting in the mid to upper $500,000's on the far West.
Wilchester and Westchester are around the Lakeside Country club and are comprised mostly
of1960's homes on great streets with large trees. Since Houston has few views (except
maybe the skyline nearer downtown), beautiful trees are our natural assets and the old
neighborhoods are really blessed.
Midtown
After construction started on the Astros' new
baseball stadium all areas around downtown experienced a remarkable renaissance. And none
were more drastic than an area just southwest of downtown called Midtown. Several large
developers were able to buy huge tracts of land & building has progressed at an
unbelievable rate. Townhouses & Office/home settings are available, Lofts & Townhomes are
range from high $100's for 4 year old Perry town homes on the resale market to the high
$500,000's +. One of the luxury high rise rental buildings in Midtown has gone condo so
units are available there from the $200,000's and up. The building is named the Rise Lofts
and it is surrounded by trendy eateries and clubs. Just walk out your front door and
you're out on the town. Spec's Warehouse Liquor use to be the only reason to venture to
mid-town. Spec's is still a destination in itself but the area now has a Randall's for
grocery shopping and the rail runs right through it if you're working at the Med Center.
Insider Tip:
High Fashion Home in Midtown has the states largest collection of fabrics but also carries
a wide variety of home furnishings.
Montrose
Few areas inside the loop are more convenient to
all the city has to offer than Montrose. Developed early in the 20th-century, this area is
a mix of beautiful old homes, condominiums and townhouses, and some of Houston's most
colorful shops, restaurants and clubs. Radiating out in all directions from the
intersection of Montrose Blvd. and Westheimer, Montrose is made up of several different
neighborhoods, some with restrictions and some sprinkled with businesses. Below $300,000
you'll be looking at small fixer-uppers or condos. The prices go up from there. Bound on
one side by the Museum District and on another by River Oaks, Montrose home prices are
mostly upwards of $250 per square foot. Brick cottages are popular here as are duplexes
and quads - either to convert to large single units or to renovate as high-end rental
properties. The new construction in the area is mostly 2 or 3 story town homes due to the
high value of lots. Prices start at around the mid $300,000's for new. Prices go to
$1million+ for both historic and new. Whether you want historic charm or urban
sophistication, Montrose is a great area to live and play in. It's also a very short
commute to the Med Center, Downtown or Galleria. And the dining and shopping in the
Montrose is what urban chic dreams are made of. From antiques to sushi, the Montrose has
it all.
Insider Tip:
Montrose has long been known as the center of all things Gay in
the Houston. However, this neighborhood is so desirable, professionals and families of
all kinds live, work and send their kids to school here. Montrose is one of the cities
most walkable areas mainly because it has so many shops and restaurants located so close
to dense residential areas.
Oak Forest
This is where Karen Derr grew up and one of the
largest neighborhoods in Houston. Developed in the 1950 and '60's, Oak Forest is now a hot
spot for new construction, mostly on the east side of the neighborhood adjoining Garden
Oaks. Old homes start in the mid-100's and new ones start in the $300's and go to
mid-$600's at the time of this printing. Lots sizes are between 6000 and 9000 square feet
so there's some room between neighbors. Oak Forest Elementary has a brand new campus with
a Vanguard Program at the time of printing. Oak Forest is a mere 15 minutes from Downtown
or the Galleria. It is dissected by a fabulous linear park along White Oak Bayou which has
a dog park, skate park, and other fields. It also has a disc golf course plus a great hike
and bike trail that doubles back inside the loop and takes you almost to Memorial Park.
The rest of the neighborhood has sidewalks on every street which is great for kiddos.
Insider Tip:
Oak Forest really isn't a dining destination and many of the
establishments have been there in business since the 1960's. Though their newness has long
worn off, they are still great places to eat - Itty Bitty Burger Barn on Pinemont, Doyle's
Pizza, Flying Saucer Pies, BBQ Inn, Roznoskey's Burgers, Myti Burger are all "mighty
good." New on the scene is Plunk wine bar. We'll see if this beautiful hip spot can make
it in the neighborhood that otherwise seems to be stuck in the wholesome 1950's.
Rice Military
Rice Military is a rapidly changing area
that has become popular in the last few of years because of it's proximity to Memorial
Park (a joggers paradise), the Galleria & Downtown Houston. Unlike the Heights where
preservationists restore whenever possible, tiny inferior homes in Rice Military have been
torn down & beautiful but moderately priced townhomes & contemporary metallic buildings
have taken their place. Because of the exciting atmosphere of this great urban
neighborhood, it's a wonderful area for Houston's young architects and developers to build
more avante guard designs. You'll also find 1910's to 20's homes. Prices range from
$150,000 - $450,000.
River Oaks
Perhaps Houston's most prestigious
neighborhood, native Houstonians especially will take notice of an R.O. address.
Characterized by wide, oak lined streets and beautiful mature landscape, River Oaks
Boulevard and Kirby Drive are the main thoroughfares and are graced with beautiful large
estates. Home of the Azalea Trail and the River Oaks Country Club, River Oaks is nestled
between the Galleria and Downtown. Memorial Park is just to the North. The upper Kirby
Business District and and West Gray areas provide many of Houston's trendiest restaurants
and boutiques. For mall shopping, the mother of all malls - the Galleria is very nearby.
Homes were built here back to the 20's but there are new homes available also. Prices
range from $1Mil to multi-millions. Land is precious here since the homes are huge and
take up lots of room on the lot. The lower priced homes are of course old and located on
the fringe but don't pass them all by. Many are nicely updated and rival new homes for the
same price in other neighborhoods. Five minutes to downtown or the Galleria - now that's
luxury.
The Historic 6th Ward
Like other big cities that have
started revitalizing their downtown areas, Houston has seen a renewed interest in nearly
all areas surrounding downtown. Construction of the Houston Astro's baseball stadium and
other improvements in & around downtown have made these areas a hotbed of activity.
This renewed interest has led to the revival of one of Houston's oldest neighborhoods just
1 minute from downtown -- The Old Historic 6th Ward. The
beautiful Victorian homes built before the turn of the century combined with
*breathtaking* views of downtown have lead to revitalization & restoration of one of
Houston's best kept secrets & my favorite nugget. This great neighborhood just *ONE*
minute from downtown is still a little transitional but offers really incredible values &
views. Call today for more information on the Historic 6th Ward.
Timbergrove & Lazy Brook
Timber Grove and the smaller
adjacent Lazy Brook are inside the loop neighborhoods which offer excellent choices in
homes if you like ranch style homes and mid-century moderns or need a one story home. Not
that there aren't some two stories here and there, but these neighborhoods were developed
in the 50's and 60's and the lots are large enough to have a decent sized one story and
still have some back yard. Neatly laid out, curbed and guttered streets and large
manicured front yards will remind you of quiet living in the suburbs but you're just 15
minutes to downtown. The area has appreciated steadily over the past decade. It's quieter
and less congested, with less new construction than the older urban neighborhoods. Active
home owner's association keep it that way. It is banked by one of the city's nicest hike
and bike trails and green spaces including a the massive 11th Street Park. Priced from
200's to 400's depending on size and level of updates.
West University Place
Inside the loop and just south of
59, West University is a great locations if you work in the Medical Center or just about
any place from the Galleria to Downtown. As its name implies it's just west of Rice
University. It includes a charming area called the Village which is a great place to eat &
shop whether you live in West U or not. The older homes were built here from about the
20's. Of course there are plenty of newer homes available too. The new and the old are all
mixed together on mostly quiet streets arranged formally running north & south or east &
west. Traditional styling is the norm but there are some contemporaries - this is a very
popular neighborhood so you'll see a little of everything. West University is a village
with its own police. Several other neighborhoods not in the village are adjacent and
similar in price and history. These include Southampton, Southside Place and Boulevard
Oaks. Prices just seem to keep going up but the close proximity to everything Houston has
to offer would indicate that there's no end in sight for the popularity of West
University. West U reminds me a little of the East Coast - kind of Connecticut with more
humidity. It's very much la village and the some of the old homes are very charming
cottages. The new construction is getting bigger and bigger and some people complain they
take the whole lot, which is true. Still, West University has much in its favor. Prices go
from the high $300,000's (old ones in near original condition) to $3,000,000 (new or old
fabulously updated).
Insider Tip:
If you enjoy beautiful tree lined streets with no garages in view,
Southampton is for you. This neighborhood loves their alleys, which are kind of a rarity
in Houston.
Woodlands
A master planned community north of Houston
on I-45, it is a wonderful place to live, far removed from the urban jungle. Miles of
green belts and trees hide the thousands of homes built here over the past 20+ years.
Looking for a beautiful new home with excellent shopping, good schools, golf, tennis,
University Center, work, medical, lakes, hotels, concert hall, parks all hidden by
beautiful pine trees? -The Woodlands is for you. Master planned for families, you'd be
surprised how many people work here, too. The drive to downtown and the Galleria is made
tolerable by the Hardy Tollway which takes off just south of the Woodlands. It's still
probably 45 minutes to downtown in rush hour but remember the Woodlands is pretty far out.
It's in the Conroe school district and Montgomery County. Lake Conroe is a short 20 minute
drive for boating and fishing. Lots of new construction going on right now including a
village of Victorian style homes. Prices for resales range from the $100,000's to about $1
million. Let me know if you would like to receive a video telling you more about the
Woodlands by The Woodlands by mail.
Rural
Conroe
Further north than the Woodlands, Conroe is a real
home town with a rich history and a beautiful lake near by. You can get just about
anything you want in and around Conroe in any price range. Its a small town and the
country seat of Montgomery County so you get a sense of community some other areas lack.
They even have a town square. Out in the country and near the lake there are many
beautiful properties. One such development is Teaswood - 3/4 acres and up homesites just
minutes from Highway 45. Horses are allowed on 2.5 acres and up. Water and sewer are
available with no M.U.D. taxes. Its gated and has lovely restrictions requiring a buffer
of trees around the perimeter of lots so its all quite green and secluded. Like I said,
there's anything you want out in Conroe but the drive to Houston is pretty far especially
in rush hour - probably 50 minutes to downtown. The school district is large and includes
the Woodlands schools. Lake Conroe is right here and still beautiful after all these
years.
East Montgomery County
New Caney, Spendora, Porter, Roman
Forest. This is the country but is really the area just outside of Kingwood to the North.
In fact a small portion of Kingwood is in Montgomery County. Properties varie here in
price greatly since it is made up of small developments and totally unrestricted areas.
Two school districts cover the are: New Caney and Splendora I.S.D.'s. Horse properties are
easy to find and most homes, even in the subdivisions, are on at least a 1/2 acre. Many
are on much more. Prices aren't cheap as some people might think because this area is
really quite convenient to the city. Good homes range from the 70,000 to about 300,000.
You'll get more home for the money in Kingwood in most cases but the land is the bonus
here. Sports, F.F.A. and good wholesome country life are waiting here without a lot of
preasure to comply with any "master plans". There are several estate lot additions if you
want country with a few restrictions. There are also at least two up scale country
developments which offer 2 acre lots and allow horses that are doing quite well because
they are five minutes from Kingwood and a short drive to the city. Karen Derr often has
listings in this area because of her longtime affiliations here and
our horse property specialization.
Fort Bend County
This area west and southwest of
Houston and the Galleria actually includes Sugarland and First Colony. School districts
here include Fort Bend I.S.D. and Lamar Consolidated. Distances can be far for the country
estates but the drive in is actually nice with several alternative routes. So if you're
looking for upscale country, it's a good direction to look, especailly if your working at
Stafford, the Beltway or even the Galleria. The land is a little more rolling in places
with less pine trees than the north, but it has some lovely pecan groves. We've seen some
really beautiful estate homes starting about $300,000+. Add on for more land if you're
really wanting big acreage or a barn. Many homes out this way are newer and there are also
acreage lots to build on, restricted just enough to keep things nice, but allowing some
personal freedoms that master planned doesn't allow. Even if you're not interested in
horses the country estates are beautiful and the pastoral setting seems pristine and
calming compared to the city just minutes away.
Magnolia/Tomball
Beautiful country properties, mostly in
Montgomery County, these homes are a bit more affordable than Fort Bend but more expensive
than East Montgomery County. Both Magnolia and Tomball schools are sought after. Estate
type developments with large lots and horses allowed, lakes, golfcourses and maybe all of
the above in one development are very common. This area is West of the Woodlands and
sliced across the top East to West by FM 1488. A country road when I was a kid, its now a
bustling corridor with beautiful restricted but country type developments for miles. Pine
trees are thick so everything is green most of the year - very pretty country. A little of
this area is in Grimes County and the Southern part is in Harris. Taxes are generally low
as M.U.D. districts and City taxes are almost unknown here. Hewlett Packard makes its
Houston headquarters here, just South of Tomball. Plan on starting your home search in the
mid 200's.
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