Local Communities
HOUSTON, TX
Houston is ranked the 4th largest city in the USA and the largest city in TEXAS. Houston's population is over 2 million, and the city cover more than 600 sq. miles. Kiplinger' Personal Finance ranked Houston as the #1 Best City in 2008. Factors that were considered were job growth & opportunities, affordable cost of living, diverse professionals, & outstanding recreational opportunities. A great source of information about Houston is www.HoustonNewcomerGuides.com.
The Houston area is busting with Master-Planned neighborhoods that offer a variety of LIFESYTLES for homeowners. Traditional neighborhoods, lofts, & townhomes also allow buyers that prefers "CITY LIVING" to choose a home that fits the needs of any single person or family. An area inside the 610 loop that is BOOMING with possibilities is the WASHINGTON CORRIDOR. Recently this area was featured in the New York Times ( http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/05/31/travel/31surfacing.html).
Rice Military Area: This land once belonged to Rice University, where small framed homes were built in the early 1900's. Now the area features new town homes & patio homes that allows for close proximity to Downtown Houston, Greenway Plaza. & Memorial Park. Some of the developments are gated communities, while others are free standing patio homes. New properties in the area average $285,000-600,000. The area is surrounded by nightlife and trendy restaurants and is a favorite for professionals that work downtown.
KATY, TX
Katy is located 30 miles West of Downtown Houston.. Katy offers the convenience of the Westpark Tollway & the expanded Katy Freeway(I-10) as easy access towards Houston. The impressive shopping centers, highly ranked schools, fine dining & entertainment, along with a multitude of subdivisions & planned communities has created a major popuation growth for this part of West Houston. Katy offers a variety of homes for sale ranging in price from $90,000-$3,000,000. www.ci.katy.tx.us www.KatyMagazine.com
CINCO RANCH
Cinco Ranch is a master-planned community that continues to grow beyond expectations. In 2008 it was rated by RCLCO as the No.1 community in the Houston area for new home sales, and No. 2 in the Nation. The home values range between $170,000- over 1 million. The amenities in Cinco Ranch are second to none. The residents enjoy such features as: a beach club, half acre lagoon for swimming, clubhouse, volleyball pit, basketball & tennis courts, & a large fishing lake. There are nature trails for biking or hiking. For a wonderful family environment, Cinco Ranch would be the RIGHT neighborhood. www.cincoranch.com
Between Katy & Fulshear, you may find the perfect neighborhood mix. The community is 1400 acres, offering everything from a sports fields to a resort style club center. They even have a milk man to deliver your milk. So, if you looking for a distinct environment, consider visiting Firethorne. www.firethorne.info
Grand Lakes
Grand Lakes is one of my favorite overall neighborhoods. The landscaping is well manicured & the homes look like pictures out a stylish magazine. Grand Lakes proudly offers many lakes for the residents to enjoy strolling around. It is splattered with several recreational parks for children. It is a smaller community of only 1,250 acres, with price ranges from $160,000-750,.000. If you are interested in viewing a RESALE HOME in Grand Lakes, please call me at 281-300-3021
Seven Meadows
Who wouldn't want to live in this well-managed, beautiful planned community? The distinctive community features 1,600 sq. acres and has price ranges from from $180,000- to over 1 million. The inviting lakes adorn the nieghborhoods so that the owners can enjoy walks almost anywhere. There is a large splash pad for the kids and a fitness center for the parents located in a 6 acre central park. If you are interested in view ing RESALE HOMES in Seven Meadows, please call me at 281-300-3021. www.sevenmeadowslive.com
Pine Mill Ranch
I have sold more homes in this neighborhood, than any other neighborhood in the past year. There are a variety of price ranges and home styles to choose from. The community is very close to Cinco Ranch, and convenient to I-10 or the Westpark Tollway. The children's water park is a favorite of the residents. You don't want to miss viewing Pine Mill Ranch while searching for your new home. My daughter is a resident of this growing neighborhood, and she and her family love living there. Call me for an appointment.
FULSHEAR, TX
Fulshear is unique in every way. It is located between FM 359 & FM 1093, making it easily accesible to I-10 and the Westpark Tollway. Fulshear is like a small town that you would see in the movies; it is dotted with gorgeous pecan trees,grassy praires while partially banking on the Brazos River. Driving through the town, you will find a small town square with charming boutiques and restaurants. Don't be surprised if one of the friendly residents doesn't cast a wave in your direction. Fulshear can provide you with "country living" and the convenience of the 4th largest city in the USA. It is not unusual for someone to drive from one of the local neighborhoods to downtown for work. Don't miss this BOOMTOWN, when looking for a new home. www.fulsheartx.com
Cross Creek Ranch
This dynamic master-planned community brings the "PERFECT BLEND" to a resident that wants to live in the country, but needs the convenience of the city. The developers thought of everything. It flaunts an eco-friendly Land Plan with 100's of acres of Lakes and Trails. Cross Creek Ranch residernts enjoy a water park with a resort-style pool, lap lanes & water slide. For the professional, there is a large multi-purpose meeting room with a fully equiped kitchen, a state of the art health & fitness center, & a full service community cafe. There are many choices in builders to consider, as well as a renowned custom builder. For more detail information on the community, visit www.crosscreektexas.com.
Weston Lakes
Weston Lakes is one of my personal favorites, since this is the community that I live in. Weston Lakes is a private 1,400 acres community that features a secured entrance with a 24 hour guarded access gate. This leaves the residents with an easy feeling as they enter their subdivision after a long day. The country-side within the community is breath taking with 100 year old pecan trees and winding lakes. There are appoximately 1200 homesites that range from 1/2 acres - 2 acres. The prices range from $300,000 to over 1 million. The residents enjoy a club house featuring 2 dining rooms, an 18-hole private golf course, tennis courts and a pool. You may even witness an outdoor wedding as you pass through the gates. You don't want to miss this quaint community. www.cityofwestonlakes-tx.gov
What is it that everyone loves so much about Sugar Land? Maybe it is the highly-ranked schools, or the unbelievable shopping at First Colony Mall, the gorgeous town center, or maybe it is just the friendly people. Sugar Land is part of Fort Bend county, one of the fastest growing areas in the USA. Sugar Land boasts a balance of business and residential amenities, 20 parks & several golf courses. In 2006 Money Magazine ranked Sugar Land as the 3rd Best Place to live in America. They are numerous subdivision and planned communities in Sugar Land, ranging from $100,000 - 4,000,000. www.sugarlandtx.gov
First Colony
First Colony is a true paster-planned community located in SW Houston, with unsurpassed amenties and conveniences. There is a combined sense of Family and Comminity. Residents enjoy meticulousyly maintained streets,lakes & parks with over 60 subdivisions with many lifestyle options to consider. First Colony has it all with education, recreation, retail & medical facilities. www.firstcolony.org
Riverstone
A master-planned community that is a notch above. You will find something that will fit your style in Riverstone, with over 14 quality builders and diverse homes, ranging from the 200's to several million. Riverstone features over 250 acres of lakes, 500 acres of parkland and reacreation facilities, 20 miles of trails. Riverstone's residents enjoy a wealth of amenities, including lush swimming pools, playgrounds, tennis courts, & fishing. www.riverstone.com
