People Are Moving to North Houston at a Fast Rate… But Why?

North Houston has seen immense growth over the last few decades.

Residential construction is going strong, commercial development is up, and the area sees a near-constant influx of new residents.

What’s behind all this growth? Why is North Houston experiencing such a boom? There are a lot of factors at work, but they all add up to one conclusion: it’s a diverse place, with a little something for everyone.

Lots of Options

North Houston is home to dozens of different suburbs and communities, no two of which are the same. There are higher-end luxury neighborhoods, affordable family-friendly ones, and urban communities perfect for singles or students. This diversity means there’s a place for everyone — any income level, any demographic, any interest. All are welcome in North Houston.

Great Schools

The best schools in Houston are located on the North side of the city. Tomball, Katy, Conroe, Cypress Fairbanks, and Humble ISD all regularly rank among the best districts in Houston — and the entire state — and all are located in North Houston. The majority of the city’s top high schools are also on the North side.

North Houston is home to several collegiate options as well. Sam Houston State University and Strayer University are both located on the North side of town, as are several branches of Lone Star College and the Houston Community College system.

Affordable Real Estate

There are certainly luxe areas of Houston, but if you’re looking for real estate that won’t break the bank, North Houston has that, too. Spring, Kingwood, Humble, The Woodlands, and Katy — some of the area’s most popular communities — all offer real estate starting at $200,000. Builders continue to develop the area, too, so if building a home from the ground up has always been a dream, North Houston can make that happen as well.

Lots to Do & See

Few cities offer as much to do, see, and experience as Houston. Not only is the city home to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, but it boasts some of the country’s best dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural options, too.

Even the suburbs of North Houston have lots to offer, including The Woodlands Children’s Museum, the Old Town Spring shopping district, and The Heights Theater. Throw in that Houston is just a stone’s throw from the beaches of Galveston, and there’s no denying the appeal of Houston living.

Solid Economy & Job Market

Houston also offers solid prospects in the job market, with employment forecasts predicting as many as 70,000 new jobs in 2018 alone. And with strong industries in growing fields like oil, gas, healthcare, and aerospace, those opportunities are only going to grow in recent years, attracting top talent from across the country and world.

Houston is also very small-business friendly, making it an ideal spot for those wanting to strike out on their own and build their careers from the ground up.

Amazing Weather

North Houston is a top draw for residents from out-of-state. Used to harsh winters and fluctuating temperatures, these out-of-staters love the year-round warm climate that Houston has to offer. Here, residents can enjoy the great outdoors nearly every day of the year. And thanks to the area’s many lakes and creeks, they can even go swimming, boating and fishing year-round as well. It’s an outdoor enthusiast’s dream!

Easy Access

With a robust highway system, North Houston is significantly easier to navigate than most cities of similar size. Morning commutes are easier, as is accessing local amenities and hotspots.

The availability of several local toll roads also ensures a quick and easy route almost anywhere in the area.

A Close-knit Community

If Hurricane Harvey taught us anything, it’s that Houston takes care of its own. Residents came together to help, support, and lift each other up following the storm, and North Houston was no exception.

Kingwood, Katy, and other Northside areas were all hit particularly hard by Harvey, and all banded together to recover and thrive in the aftermath. This sense of community pride and togetherness has drawn many new residents to the area.

Why Move to North Houston?

North Houston has it all — the real estate, the job opportunities, the amenities and the close community ties. Let KW Professionals show you what North Houston living is all about!