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A look at the neighborhoods and communities that make Greater Houston such an exciting and enjoyable place to call home, including the Inner Loop’s vibrant urban living scene.

Budgeting for Your Move to Houston

Budgeting for Your Move to Houston

Moving is exciting, but without proper planning, it can quickly become stressful and expensive. Crafting a detailed moving budget is crucial for ensuring a smooth...

Visit Plano

Visit Plano

Plano, Texas is truly the land of plenty. Blending historic charm with modern luxury, the city brims with amenities that make it a stand-out city in the DFW metroplex....

YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE

for an easier relocation to Houston, simplified by our research

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YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE

for an easier relocation to Houston, simplified by our research

High-Rise and Mid-Rise Living

High-Rise and Mid-Rise Living

Today, the local landscape for high-rise and mid-rise living is changing fast, with a growing population and rising land values again making Central Houston a hotspot for new construction.

Texas Medical Center and Hermann Park

Texas Medical Center and Hermann Park

The Texas Medical Center has played a major role in the booming growth of the suburban Highway 288 Corridor, which includes Pearland, and in recent years it has spurred a residential resurgence in its own backyard.

Friendswood

Friendswood

Friendswood’s reputation for traditional values, quality education, and excellent housing attracts new families into the community each year.

Missouri City

Missouri City

Fast-forward to recent times, and Missouri City has earned kudos from CNN/Money Magazine and USA Today as one of “America’s best places to live” and as one of “Texas safest cities.”

Brazosport Area

Brazosport Area

With 44 miles of beach and two merging rivers, the Brazosport area offers a wide range of recreational opportunities to newcomers, tourists and long-time residents.

Best-Selling Houston Area Communities

Best-Selling Houston Area Communities

Johnson Development once again has the highest number of best-selling Houston area communities that are ranked among the nation’s best-selling, with six included on lists released Jan. 3 by John Burns Real Estate Consulting and Robert Charles Lesser & Co. (RCLCO).

Houston’s Largest Home Tour

Houston’s Largest Home Tour

Artfully decorated model homes, rousing community events, and selfie-worthy pop-up art will offer inspiration during “Houston’s Largest Home Tour” in April.

Bridgeland – Howard Hughes

Bridgeland – Howard Hughes

With more than 3,000 acres dedicated to lakes, trails, and parks, Bridgeland seamlessly blends nature into residents’ daily lives.

PLAN YOUR MOVE

You've made the decision to move to Greater Houston, congrats! Dive deeper and find out why Houston is so great.