Come Check Out the Best Neighborhoods in Katy, TX! |
If you are moving to Katy, Texas, it's important to know a little about the area in order to choose a location that is right for you and your family.
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Southwest Katy
Southwest Katy encompasses everything south of i10, west of 99/Grand Parkway, north of 1093/Westpark Tollway, and east of Fulshear/Brookshire (though they are often included in the Greater Katy area). This southwest area of Katy features seven of the neighborhoods listed in Katy Magazine's "Top 10 Preferred Neighborhoods in Katy, TX," in 2020: small parts of Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Seven Meadows, part of Grand Lakes, Pine Mill Ranch, Jordan Ranch, and Willow Creek Farms.
Southwest Katy is conveniently-located to shopping, including multiple Krogers and HEBs; Michael's and Hobby Lobby; Target and Wal-Mart; Harvest Market and Trader Joe's; Home Depot and Lowe's; HomeGoods; Ross and TjMaxx; and of course Katy Mills Mall. It also features restaurants galore, from fast food digs to big chain restaurants to mom and pop spots.
Schools include:
Southwest Katy is conveniently-located to shopping, including multiple Krogers and HEBs; Michael's and Hobby Lobby; Target and Wal-Mart; Harvest Market and Trader Joe's; Home Depot and Lowe's; HomeGoods; Ross and TjMaxx; and of course Katy Mills Mall. It also features restaurants galore, from fast food digs to big chain restaurants to mom and pop spots.
Schools include:
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Wilson Elementary
Kilpatrick Elementary Stanley Elementary Wolman Elementary |
Seven Lakes Junior High School
Beckendorf Junior High School Tays Junior High School |
Seven Lakes High School
Cinco Ranch High School |
Grand Lakes
Grand Lakes Subdivision, Katy, TX
The neighborhood in which I live, this is my personal favorite (though I am undoubtedly biased). Grand Lakes homes range from the low $200k's to the mid-$700k's. This master-planned community designed in four sections ("phases") features multiple adult and family pools, tennis courts, splash pads and a lazy river, playgrounds, parks, lakes, picnic areas, and miles and miles of walking trails.
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Seven Meadows
Seven Meadows Subdivision, Katy, TX
Another master-planned community, Seven Meadows features a club house and waterpark, splash pads and swimming pools, parks, lakes, tennis courts, and walking trails. Seven Meadows homes range from the low $200k's to $1 million. Seven Meadows and Grand Lakes share several highly-acclaimed Katy ISD schools.
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Jordan Ranch
Jordan Ranch Subdivision, Katy, TX
A newer community with easy access to i10, Jordan Ranch has all the amenities to make raising a family here a dream come true - pool with lazy river, walking trails, tennis court, playgrounds, and a fitness center. They even have a Director of Fun whose job is to coordinate events and activities! Located in Fulshear, homes start in the low $200k's and go up to the high $500k's.
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Cross Creek ranch
Cross Creek Ranch Subdivision, Katy, TX
Also located in Fulshear, Cross Creek Ranch homes range in price from the low $200k's to $1 million. When it comes to amenities, Cross Creek Ranch packs a punch! Walking trails and parks, pools, waterparks, and a state-of-the-art fitness center are all available for residents.
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Pine Mill Ranch
Pine Mill Ranch Subdivision, Katy, Tx
This 585-acre master-planned community boasts a pool and splash pad, volleyball court and tennis courts, parks and exercise station, and scenic walking trails. Homes typically range from the low $200k's to the high $600k's. Centrally-located between i10 and Westpark Tollway, and close to Grand Parkway, Pine Mill Ranch offers choices for your commute.
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Willow Creek Farms
Willow Creek Farms Subdivision, Katy, TX
With its close proximity to i10, Willow Creek Farms makes the perfect home for those who commute into areas of Houston for work. Located in Brookshire, Willow Creek Farms is more subdued and quiet than neighborhoods within Katy city limits, but it still has easy access to shopping and dining options. This newer neighborhood features amenities like a pool, splash pad, and park, plus miles of walking trails.
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Other southwest Katy neighborhoods include Firethorne, Grayson Lakes, Westheimer Lakes, Silver Ranch, Falcon Ranch, Young Ranch, and Tamarron. Several of these are still being built and are definitely up-and-coming neighborhoods. If you're interested in new construction, email me to check out these great options!
Southeast katy
Southeast Katy encompasses everything south of i10, east of 99/Grand Parkway, north of 1093/Westpark Tollway, and generally west of Greenhouse Road and George Bush Park. This southeast area of Katy features three of the neighborhoods listed in Katy Magazine's "Top 10 Preferred Neighborhoods in Katy, TX," in 2020: the majority of Cinco Ranch, most of Grand Lakes, and Kelliwood.
Southeast Katy is also exceptionally convenient, with shopping options like Kroger and HEB, Whole Foods and Sprouts, Target and Wal-Mart, Randalls and Fiesta, TJMaxx, and so much more. It also features restaurants galore (just drive Mason Road from Fry to i10 and try to count the restaurants!), from fast food digs to big chain restaurants to mom and pop spots.
Southeast Katy neighborhoods are zoned to schools like:
Southeast Katy is also exceptionally convenient, with shopping options like Kroger and HEB, Whole Foods and Sprouts, Target and Wal-Mart, Randalls and Fiesta, TJMaxx, and so much more. It also features restaurants galore (just drive Mason Road from Fry to i10 and try to count the restaurants!), from fast food digs to big chain restaurants to mom and pop spots.
Southeast Katy neighborhoods are zoned to schools like:
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Alexander Elementary
Williams Elementary Pattison Elementary Exley Elementary |
Seven Lakes Junior High School
Beckendorf Junior High School Beck Junior High School |
Seven Lakes High School
Cinco Ranch High School Taylor High School |
Kelliwood |
cINCO rANCH |
Kelliwood Subdivision, Katy, TX
One of Katy's older neighborhoods, Kelliwood features mature trees and beautiful homes, many of which have a view of Willow Fork Country Club's golf course. With its easy access to i10 and gated access in many of the communities, Kelliwood is one of the best Katy communities.
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Cinco Ranch Subdivision, Katy, TX
Katy's largest residential community, Cinco Ranch is a nationally-recognized master-planned community. Depending on the section, homes range in price from the $200k's to over $1 million. With pools, splash pads, tennis courts, a beach club, and walking trails, there's something for everyone in Cinco Ranch!
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In addition to Grand Lakes mentioned above, other southeast Katy neighborhoods include Nottingham Country, Cimarron, Creekstone, Governor's Place, Memorial Parkway, Cornerstone Place, and Oak Park Trails.
Old Towne Katy
Old Towne Katy features two of the neighborhoods listed in Katy Magazine's "Top 10 Preferred Neighborhoods in Katy, TX," in 2020: Cane Island and Elyson, both newer, sprawling developments.
With its close proximity to i10 and Grand Parkway, Old Towne Katy has everything you could possibly need at its fingertips - from shopping, dining, and entertainment to an easy commute into Houston.
Old Towne Katy is zoned to schools like:
With its close proximity to i10 and Grand Parkway, Old Towne Katy has everything you could possibly need at its fingertips - from shopping, dining, and entertainment to an easy commute into Houston.
Old Towne Katy is zoned to schools like:
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Bryant Elementary
Katy Elementary Bethke Elementary Hemmenway Elementary |
Katy Junior High School
Stockdick Junior High School |
Katy High School
Paetow High School |
Elyson
Elyson Subdivision, Katy, TX
With its sparkling pool and splash pad, state-of-the-art gym and game room, walking trails and playgrounds, and even a cafe and an event space, Elyson has everything you need to make your community feel like home. And with eight fabulous builders like Chesmar Homes and Westin Homes, you're sure to find the perfect floor plan to meet your needs.
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Cane Island
Cane Island Subdivision, Katy, TX
A fitness center and yoga studio, a cafe and conservatory, a splash pad, playgrounds, walking trails, and pools await you at your new home in Cane Island. You'll find floor plans by Perry Homes and Coventry Homes, to name a few, plus premiere custom builders like William David and Cason Graye.
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Other Old Towne Katy neighborhoods include Camillo Lakes, Falls at Green Meadows, Katy Lakes, Katy Pointe, and Marcello Lakes. Several of these are still being built and are definitely up-and-coming neighborhoods. If you're interested in new construction, email me to check out these great options!
North Katy
North Katy encompasses areas north of i10, straddling Grand Parkway from approximately Katy Hockley Cutoff Road to Greenhouse Road, and south of Stockdick School Road.
Home to stores like Bed, Bath, and Beyond and buybuy Baby, Dick's Sporting Goods, Kohl's and Hobby Lobby, Walmart and HEB, North Katy has everything you need.
North Katy is zoned to schools like:
Home to stores like Bed, Bath, and Beyond and buybuy Baby, Dick's Sporting Goods, Kohl's and Hobby Lobby, Walmart and HEB, North Katy has everything you need.
North Katy is zoned to schools like:
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Sundown Elementary
Morton Ranch Elementary Stephens Elementary Rhoads Elementary |
Katy Junior High School
McDonald Junior High School Morton Ranch Junior High School |
Mayde Creek High School
Morton Ranch High School |
North Katy neighborhoods include Katy Trails, Lakes of Bridgewater, Morton Creek Ranch, Silvermill, Ventana Lakes, Williamsburg Parish, Williamsburg Colony, Williamsburg Hamlet, Williamsburg Settlement, Castle Rock, Jasmine Heights, Lakecrest, Mason Lakes, Raintree Village, and Westfield.
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Neighborhood information provided by Carolyn Barnes, Licensed REALTOR® with Walzel Properties
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Houston Neighborhoods
Houston's neighborhoods are as diverse as its people. Having lived for the first few years of my time in Houston in the Washington Corridor / Memorial / Rice Military area, I have extensive knowledge of many of the neighborhoods of Houston and will happily show you around and help you find a new home in any of these Houston neighborhoods:
Rice Military |
Greater Heights |
Midtown |
Memorial |
Downtown |
Montrose |
Washington Corridor |
Kirby |
Sawyer Heights |
River Oaks |
Energy Corridor |
Copperfield Place |
Mission Bend |
Spring Branch |
Houston is full of fun things to do, from educational to purely entertaining!
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