Living in Greater Houston
Choosing a home is also choosing a lifestyle. Whether you picture a short commute to the Medical Center, weekends on Galveston Bay or a big lot with room to grow, here’s a look at the communities I serve and some local favorites in each.
Getting Around
- By car. I-45 links Houston with League City, Dickinson, Texas City and Galveston; State Highway 288 runs south to Pearland, Manvel and Rosharon; I-69 heads southwest to Sugar Land; and SH 225 and SH 146 serve Pasadena and La Porte. Beltway 8 circles the city.
- By air. Houston has two major airports: George Bush Intercontinental to the north and William P. Hobby to the southeast, close to Pearland and the Bay Area.
- By rail. METRORail connects Downtown, the Museum District and the Texas Medical Center.
Our Communities
Houston
Texas’s largest city, with everything from high-rises Downtown and in the Galleria area to established neighborhoods like the Heights.
Median list price, single-family homes: $339K
- The Museum District. Nineteen museums within walking distance of each other, many with free admission days.
- Hermann Park. Home to the Houston Zoo, a lake with pedal boats and the Miller Outdoor Theatre.
- Buffalo Bayou Park. Miles of trails, gardens and paddling along the bayou just west of Downtown.
Sugar Land
A Fort Bend County city southwest of Houston, known for master-planned communities and a lively town center.
Median list price, single-family homes: $480K
- Sugar Land Town Square. A walkable plaza of restaurants, shops and community events.
- Constellation Field. Home of the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, the Houston Astros’ Triple-A team.
- Smart Financial Centre. A performing arts venue with concerts, comedy and touring shows.
Pearland
A fast-growing city just south of Houston along State Highway 288, with a quick drive to the Texas Medical Center.
Median list price, single-family homes: $400K
- Pearland Town Center. An open-air shopping and dining center on the city’s west side.
- Shadow Creek Ranch. One of the area’s best-known master-planned communities, with lakes and trails.
- Independence Park. Pearland’s historic central park, with trails, sports fields and a Fourth of July celebration.
Manvel
A Brazoria County community south of Pearland with newer master-planned neighborhoods and room to spread out.
Median list price, single-family homes: $500K
- Pomona. A master-planned community with lakes, trails and resort-style amenities.
- Rodeo Palms. An established community with lakes, a clubhouse and pools.
- Alvin ISD. Manvel’s neighborhoods are served by Alvin ISD, including Manvel High School.
Rosharon
An unincorporated area of Brazoria County known for larger lots and acreage alongside newer subdivisions.
Median list price, single-family homes: $344K
- Brazos Bend State Park. Lakes, trails and alligator spotting, plus the George Observatory, a short drive west.
- Sierra Vista. A master-planned community with a lagoon, trails and new homes.
- Room to Roam. Acreage properties where you can keep horses, garden or simply enjoy the space.
Friendswood
A family-friendly suburb founded by Quakers in 1895, straddling Galveston and Harris counties.
Median list price, single-family homes: $465K
- Stevenson Park. The heart of town and home to Friendswood’s Fourth of July celebration.
- Centennial Park. A large city park with sports fields, trails and playgrounds.
- Between City and Coast. Close to Clear Lake, NASA and Pearland, with Galveston about 40 minutes away.
League City
A Galveston County city near Clear Lake, Kemah and NASA’s Johnson Space Center, with marinas and waterfront living.
Median list price, single-family homes: $445K
- South Shore Harbour. A large marina and resort community on Clear Lake.
- Walter Hall Park. A waterfront park on Clear Creek with trails, fishing and picnic areas.
- Butler Longhorn Museum. A local museum celebrating Texas longhorn cattle and the area’s ranching history.
Dickinson
A small Galveston County city along Dickinson Bayou, between Houston and Galveston.
Median list price, single-family homes: $312K
- Dickinson Bayou. Calm water for kayaking, fishing and waterfront homes.
- Kemah Boardwalk. Waterfront rides, restaurants and shops a short drive away.
- Easy I-45 Access. Quick trips north to Houston or south to Galveston Island.
Texas City
A Galveston County city on Galveston Bay with a strong fishing and boating culture.
Median list price, single-family homes: $300K
- Texas City Dike. A roadway that stretches miles out into Galveston Bay, popular for fishing and sunsets.
- Galveston Bay. Boating, fishing and bay views close to home.
- Galveston Island. Beaches, the Strand and the Seawall just across the causeway.
La Porte
A bayfront Harris County city with deep Texas history and easy access to Galveston Bay.
Median list price, single-family homes: $275K
- San Jacinto Battleground & Monument. The site of the battle that won Texas independence in 1836.
- Sylvan Beach Park. A bayfront park with a fishing pier, picnic areas and Galveston Bay views.
- Seabrook & Kemah. Seafood, marinas and the Kemah Boardwalk just to the south.
Pasadena
A Harris County city east of Houston, with established neighborhoods and quick access to Downtown and the Bay Area.
Median list price, single-family homes: $250K
- Pasadena Strawberry Festival. A long-running spring festival with food, music and a carnival.
- Armand Bayou Nature Center. One of the largest urban wilderness preserves in the country, with trails and boat tours.
- San Jacinto College. The college’s Central Campus is in Pasadena.
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Median prices, homes for sale and new construction for each of these communities.
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