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An established neighborhood with proximity to downtown Houston
North Shore is a heavily wooded neighborhood with miles of green space and equally abundant community comforts just 10 miles from downtown Houston. Though the neighborhood lacks robust shopping, residents can easily access everyday amenities, including a local Kroger for grocery runs. North Shore could be considered a solid investment zone as properties are relatively affordable, starting around $100,000 less than the Houston average. And although homes here skew older, they are often re-imagined. "People have been living there for a long time, and they want to upgrade a little," says Lizbeth Benavides of JLA Realty, a bilingual Realtor specializing in Houston markets who speaks both English and Spanish. Benavides describes the local community as caring and family-friendly. On the weekends, friends meet up at the soccer fields and dog park along the greenbelt. They can also explore a range of programming for all ages at the closest library, just outside the neighborhood.
North Shore is located in a heavy wooded area of Houston.
Kroger is one of the many stores that North Shore residents can purchase groceries.
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Accessible highways by North Shore
Bus stops served by Houston Metro line Woodforest Boulevard and East Freeway, or Interstate 10, in North Shore. But many use their cars to get around. Beltway 8, Interstates 610, 10 and 90 surround the neighborhood, getting locals to most places quickly. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby, around 14 miles away. Local houses of worship include Spirit of Life Ministries on Maxey Road and Greater Vision Church on Westshire Drive. Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital is just over 7 miles north when care is needed.
North Shore residents can get around the area via the extensive bus route system.
Crosby Freeway is a main road in North Shore connecting rural living to Downtown Houston.
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Fast-casual chains line Interstate 10
"We have a lot of restaurants around the area but not necessarily shopping centers. There's a Sam's Club, Walmart and an Academy close by," Benavides says. Fast-casual chains line North Shore's southern boundary, Interstate 10, and its main thoroughfare of Maxey Road. Refresqueria Tropical, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen and Saltgrass Steakhouse are just a few options. North Shore's small selection of local eateries are mostly small, unpretentious Salvadorian, Honduran and Mexican restaurants and a couple of food trucks. Ene's Mexican Restaurant on Maxey Road is family-owned and known for its homemade tortillas and quick service. There's a Kroger on Woodforest Boulevard on East Freeway for groceries and convenient shopping. Retail chains like Lowes and Best Buy line Beltway 8 along the neighborhood's eastern boundary. Mall shopping at The Galleria is 17 miles away or a 23-minute drive via Interstate 10.
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen is a popular spot to grab a meal close to home in North Shore.
North Shore residents can head over to Saltgrass for a stake and potato meal close to home.
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Outdoor spaces around North Shore
The Greens Bayou is a large watershed that travels through North Shore. The parks here settle along the bayou, including Maxey Park's 13 acres that offer fenced-in areas for dogs to roam off-leash, shady spots with benches and a paved walking path. A hub for athletes, North Shore's namesake park features soccer fields, a baseball field and a batting cage.
Several large baseball fields can be found in North Shore and are open for public use.
North Shore residents can enjoy nature on the trails at Herman Brown Park.
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Brick exterior homes available in North Shore
Ana Salazar, a Realtor with Nan Properties with 22 years of experience selling in Houston helped her parents find a home in North Shore. She describes the community as welcoming. "Their neighbor and his wife, for Christmas, came by with a wagon full of baskets with food. They had a little Christmas bell. It was super sweet." Most locals live in modest brick ranch-style's from the '70s, but the newest homes are split-level brick new traditionals from the mid 2000s. North Shores streetscapes have a rustic feeling with "pockets of luxury," as Pena puts it. Ranch-style homes in North Shore mostly range from the mid $100,000s to the upper $200,000s. Split levels generally price from the high $200,000s to around $400,000. “There aren’t a lot of new constructions. People are mostly focused on developing what’s already here,” Pena says. North Shore's CAP Index Crime Score is 5 out of 10, only slightly higher than the national average of 4 out. "It's pretty secure. When you call the police, it's not like other cities where they take hours to respond," Salazar says. She also adds that the neighborhood has not experienced any flooding issues like other parts of Houston.
North Shore is an established neighborhood and has many trees to keep homes cool in the heat.
Many of the older ranch homes in North Shore have been well maintained and updated.
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North Shore residents are served by several school systems
North Shore is served by the Houston Independent School District (ISD) and the Galena Park ISD. Within Galena, Students may attend Green Valley Elementary School, Cunningham Middle School and North Shore Senior High School. The elementary school earns a C-minus rating on Niche, the middle school scores a B-minus, and the high school scores a B plus. The high school partners with San Jacinto College to offer dual credit and early college admission programs, allowing students to earn their associate degree before completing high school. "They have a pretty high-ranked football team, and they've gone to state several times," Salazar says about the high school's Northshore Mustangs. "So that has brought a lot of attention to the area." After school, the Jacinto City Branch Library on Akron Street provides a quiet place to study. Its Book Buddies program pairs volunteering teens with preschool kids to help them strengthen their reading skills. The library also hosts regular Little Readers Story Time for kids and offers ESL classes for adults.
North Shore Senior High School is a public school with a high graduation rate.
Green Valley Elementary School serves the young children of the North Shore community.
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How the The East Harris Council Empowerment Committee uplifts the community
The East Harris Council Empowerment Committee hosts back-to-school drives for North Shore schools, encouraging community members to "adopt" a student and help them get the classroom supplies they need. The committee also makes health and wellness accessible by hosting free webinars exclusively available to residents. These webinars cover everything from developing an exercise routine to stress management through mindfulness.
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Parks in this Area
Herman Brown Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Pool
Jim and JoAnn Fonteno Family Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Maxey Park
Dog Park
Walking Paths
Crooker/Moody Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Greenwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Tennis
Greens Bayou Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Thomas Bell Foster Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Boating
Songwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
J.P. White Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
William P Hobby
28 min drive
Bus
Uvalde Rd & Orleans St
Bus
Woodforest Blvd & Dividend Dr
Bus
East Freeway & Rockglen St
Bus
East Freeway & Halsey
Bus
N Loop E & Gellhorn Dr
Bus
Woodforest Blvd & Forestwood Dr
Bus
Uvalde Rd & Joliet
North Shore Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Shore, Houston sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Shore, Houston over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
57,174
Median Age
33
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,702
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,700
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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