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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.

Cost of Living in Houston

Cost of Living in Houston

​The cost of living in Houston has long been a topic of interest for those considering moving to Houston or relocating to Houston. As of 2025, Houston presents a unique...

Bear Creek & Highway 6 Area

Bear Creek & Highway 6 Area

Explore the Bear Creek & Highway 6 Area—an affordable, family-friendly community ideal for newcomers moving to Houston or relocating in 2025.

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

Finding Your Perfect Houston Realtor

Finding Your Perfect Houston Realtor

Houston realtor is the key to turning your dream of living in Space City into reality. Houston has so much to offer, from its vibrant cultural mix and thriving job...

Tips to Maintain Lawn and Landscape

Tips to Maintain Lawn and Landscape

As the balmy breezes of spring arrive in Houston, it's the perfect time to revive your outdoor haven. For newcomers in the Bayou City, spring presents an ideal...

Houston’s Housing Market Outlook

Houston’s Housing Market Outlook

Howdy, newcomers, and welcome to the vibrant, diverse, and ever-evolving metropolis of Houston, Texas! As you unpack your Stetson and boots, finding your perfect Bayou...

Johnson Development Houston Area Communities

Johnson Development Houston Area Communities

New home sales are flourishing in Johnson Development’s Houston area communities, with builders reporting 27 percent more homes sold during the first six months of 2017 than the previous year.

Memorial West

Memorial West

Memorial West is one of Houston’s most sought-after residential areas, offering a perfect balance between peaceful, family-friendly neighborhoods and convenient access to big-city amenities.

Briar Forest

Briar Forest

Briar Forest is bounded by Buffalo Bayou to the north, Westheimer to the south, Gessner to the east and Dairy Ashford to the west. With easy access to I-10, the beltway, Westpark Tollway, Westheimer, Westchase District and the Energy Corridor, the area is very well situated.

Alief

Alief

Recognized as a town in 1894, Alief is named after its first postmistress, Alief Ozelda Magee, who was part of the first family to settle in the area.

PLAN YOUR MOVE

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