Growing “suburban” neighborhood just outside the 610 Loop
The oldest part of Spring Branch, Spring Branch East has started to get some fresh touches. Spearheaded by the Spring Branch Management District, new commercial developments and trendy restaurants owned by award-winning chefs have started to pop up. These developments have made it a popular option only 10 miles from Downtown Houston. “It has that suburban feel to it because you get a bigger house and more land than you would if you lived in Downtown Houston, says Thalina Garcia, a Realtor associate with Nan & Co Properties that has nearly a decade’s worth of experience in the market. “It is one or two exits away from the 610 Loop and is in a growing area, making it attractive to potential homebuyers.”
This bird's eye view showcases Spring Branch East's residential area.
Spring Branch East stands as the oldest of the Spring Branch communities.
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Townhouses to million dollar contemporary listings
Spring Branch East has a collection of townhouses and condos for those looking for maintenance-free living. Ranch homes and Craftsman bungalow homes are perched on tight property lots. Old-growth trees and shrubbery add accents to lots with long driveways that lead to carports. The Spring Branch Management District has been developing eco-friendly homes in deed-restricted gated communities near Wirt Road. Attached properties can range from $150,000 to upwards of $550,000 for new construction townhouses. Ranch-style homes can range from $550,000 to just under $1 million, while contemporary homes can go for $850,000 to more than $1.1 million. "It is one of the hottest areas in the city," says Christopher Phan, a Realtor and founder of Truss Realty, who has sold homes in the area. "These homes are a little bit more affordable than some other Houston neighborhoods, and it's a chance to buy a new construction home for closer to a million dollars."
Craftsman style homes give Spring Branch East a natural feel.
Ranch homes reign supreme as the most popular style found in Spring Branch East.
Mediterarian style homes are very popular in Spring Branch East.
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Trendy, new restaurants in growing Spring Branch East
Residents have choices for grocery shopping between the Kroger on Wirt Road or the Texas-centric Fiesta Mart. Named for North Post Oak, an emerging community budding out of Spring Branch East, NoPo Café offers a menu full of handheld comfort foods, weekend brunch and an extensive cocktail menu. Owned and operated by Christine Ha — Season 3 winner of Gordon Ramsey’s MasterChef — The Blind Goat offers classic Vietnamese dishes that the executive chef grew up eating in her mother’s kitchen. Warehouse 72 has a location in Houston and one in California and combines art and food in a modern setting.
Warehouse 72 is a hip bistro where you can go to grab a late night bite in Spring Branch East.
NoPo Café is one of Spring Branch East's best eateries.
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Home to Houston's Koreatown
Spring Branch is home to Houston's Koreatown. Along Long Point Road, there are a handful of shops and restaurants, including Bon Ga, which serves traditional Korean fare. This area also has the Korean Community Center of Houston, which offers educational programming and a social gathering space. The Spring Branch Management District also offers community and business events, from webinars for small businesses to community events like Fit Spring Branch Fest, which was geared to help families with healthy living.
The Spring Branch Management District works to enhance quality of life in Spring Branch East.
Spring Branch East features its own Koreatown with vibrant shops and eateries.
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Learning in the highly rated Spring Branch ISD
Public school students attend the Spring Branch Independent School District, which earns an A-ranking on Niche and has more than 33,000 students. One potential path is the A-rated Valley Oaks Elementary, the B-minus-rated Landrum Middle School and the A-plus-ranked Memorial High School. Memorial offers students elective credits in STEM, business and industry, public service, arts and humanities and multidisciplinary studies. Parents can also send their children to private schools, and two popular choices are the School of the Woods and The Awty International School, both of which offer kindergarten through 12th grade. School of the Woods employs the Montessori method, allowing students to learn at their own pace, while Awty emphasizes international education.
Landrum Middle School offers a diverse and comprehensive academic curriculum.
This is the entrance to Valley Oaks Elementary School in Spring Branch East.
The Memorial High School is known as the home of the Mustangs, the school mascot.
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Freed Park is a community hub
Each Spring Branch East subdivision has community green space, but Freed Park is a 15-acres with a community center. Children enjoy playing on the playground, while gatherings can happen in the shaded picnic pavilion. The park has multiple sports fields and courts, including two baseball backstops, a soccer field and pickleball courts, for the fast-growing sport. Locals can take a range of exercise classes, including Zumba, in the community center offered by the city of Houston. The Spring Branch Hike and Bike Trail spans 2.4 miles from Blalock Road to Wirt Road, connecting multiple parks to subdivisions with safe road crossings. The trail was so successful that additions have already been planned, with phase two development in the works.
Freed Park features lush greenery and shaded walking paths for tranquil strolls.
Children of all ages love to play on the Freed Park playground in Spring Branch East.
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Catching a METRO bus
Spring Branch East is benefited by the city of Houston’s METRO bus line. Featuring two lines, residents can hop aboard the 26 Long Point / Cavalcade line, which can be picked up along Long Point Road or the 72 Westview route, which has a stop at Westview Drive and Pech Road. Major interstates surround the community, including U.S. Route 290 and the newly widened Interstate 10. It is a few exits up from the Interstate 610, which encircles downtown Houston. The city has two international airports, including the William P. Hobby Airport, 20 miles away.
Houston's Northwest Transit Center links major corridors I-10 and US 290.
Commuting made easy for Spring Branch East residents from I-10 freeway.
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Severe weather and flooding possibilities
Houston has some environmental risks that may be slightly higher than elsewhere. Over the last decade, the city has dealt with significant flooding and has had heat waves, cold temperatures, and the occasional tornado. Living in Spring Branch East, there is a moderate risk of flooding over the next 30 years, which means it will likely impact day-to-day life. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) encourages Texas homeowners to purchase flood insurance.
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This area is pretty centrally located in Houston, TX because it sits close to two major expressways. With that being said, the quality of businesses vary by which direction you want to follow the highway. There are two major city malls within 10-15 minutes of driving, and there are some shops that are older and more original. There is a variety of shopping and services around tailored to lower, middle, and upper class citizens. It all depends on what you are looking to find.
5.0Current Resident
7/21/2020Niche Review
Amazing area! Love it! 9 min drive to the galleria 5 Min to city Centre 6 Min to the memorial mall and hospitals. Literally underrated the spring branch East is quite and no crime!
4.0Niche User
4/17/2015Niche Review
Kroger, Fiesta, 99 ranch, Hmart, walgreens. Lots of restaurant near by for food variety
3.0Niche User
4/28/2015Niche Review
Houston weather is all over the place, but when we have sunny days, they're beautiful. Sometimes, I get happy that I live here.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Spring Branch East
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
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Spring Branch East Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Spring Branch East, Houston sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Spring Branch East, Houston over the last 12 months is $587,500, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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