Why Live in Memorial Forest
Memorial Forest in Bryan, Texas, is a suburban neighborhood characterized by landscaped lawns, mature oaks, and a mix of home styles, including one-story ranchers, Colonial revivals, and new traditional homes. Located centrally within the Bryan-College Station area, Memorial Forest offers easy access to both cities, with downtown Bryan just 2.5 miles away and Texas A&M University less than 4 miles away. The neighborhood features Camelot Park, where residents can enjoy a playground, benches, and the Briar Meadows trail. Golf enthusiasts can visit the City Course at the Philips Event Center, which also has tennis and pickleball courts. Shopping is convenient with several centers nearby, including a Walmart, Lowe’s, and Target, as well as local eateries and a movie theater. Memorial Forest is part of the Bryan Independent School District, with students attending Johnson Elementary, Sam Rayburn Intermediate, Stephen F. Austin Middle, and Bryan High School, with the option to apply to the highly rated Bryan Collegiate High School. The neighborhood has a mix of homes, including condos near East 29th Street, and is divided between areas with and without homeowners associations. Safety is comparable to the national average, and the neighborhood is well-connected by the Brazos Transit District’s Blue Line. Memorial Forest residents can also enjoy local events like the monthly First Friday festival in downtown Bryan, fostering a small-town feel within the larger urban setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Memorial Forest a good place to live?
Memorial Forest is a good place to live. Memorial Forest is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Memorial Forest has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.5 people per acre and a median age of 59. The average household income is $77,303 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 52.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Memorial Forest are renters, with 57.3% of residents renting and 42.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Memorial Forest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Memorial Forest neighborhood guide.
Is Memorial Forest, TX a safe neighborhood?
Memorial Forest, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Memorial Forest?
The median home price in Memorial Forest is $386,455. If you put a 20% down payment of $77,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,000 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $86K a year to afford the median home price in Memorial Forest. The average household income in Memorial Forest is $77K.
What are the best public schools in Memorial Forest?
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What are the best private schools in Memorial Forest?
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Home Trends in Memorial Forest, TX
On average, homes in Memorial Forest, Bryan sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Memorial Forest, Bryan over the last 12 months is $392,900, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$392,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$392,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$343,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$359,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$386,455
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%