Suburban living with diverse options for everything
Spring Shadows, also known as Spring Branch North, is a Harris County suburb bordered by several highways, including Loop 610, a massive beltway leading to various shops in the area. According to Aaron Rodriguez, an assistant manager at The Lodge at Spring Shadows, "The community in this area is friendly and diverse– people feel comfortable going out and about. There are a lot of small eateries nearby, and it's easy to travel because there's a bunch of highways by us." The neighborhood also has a handful of green spaces and is a few miles away from China and Koreatown. Prices for homes start at $300,000 and go up to $650,000.
Spring Shadows is a tranquil and family-friendly neighborhood nestled in the heart of Houston.
Multi-level homes are commonplace among the Spring Shadows neighborhood.
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From ranches to contemporary-style homes
Most homes were constructed during the 1940s and 1970s, with a second wave of construction from 1970-1990. This has resulted in architectural styles such as split-level homes, ranches and contemporary designs. The neighborhood is split between homeowners at 52 percent and renters at 48 percent. Prices start at $300,000 and go up to $650,000, with a median sale price of $407,000.
A one-story, Ranch-style home with a covered entrance in the Spring Shadows neighborhood.
Modern homes in Spring Shadows, Houston, TX.
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Learning at Spring Woods High School
Children can begin their studies at Spring Shadows Elementary School, which receives a C-plus rating. Students may continue at Spring Woods Middle School and Spring Woods High School, earning C-plus and B overall ratings. The High School's College and Community Center partners with SBISD's Guthrie Center and Career & Technical Education to provide career mentorship. Some include cosmetology, criminal justice, culinary art, graphic design and more.
Spring Shadows is served by highly regarded schools that prioritize academic excellence.
Schools in Spring Shadows offer a range of programs and extracurricular activities.
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Visiting the Agnes Moffit Park
Agnes Moffit Park is located at the southwestern portion of Spring Shadows and takes up about half an acre of land. Visitors will find basketball courts, a swimming pool, a baseball field and a 21-hole disc golf course. Houston also has an excellent system of bike paths, such as The Emnora Lane Hike and Bike Trail. These connect to the Houston Bike Network, which leads to downtown or the 2,100-acre Bear Creek Pioneers Park. Bear Creek has miles of hiking and biking trails, its own aviary and the Harris County War Memorial.
Spring Shadows is known for its vibrant greenery and nature conservation.
Spring Shadows Park offers playgrounds, trails, and sports facilities for residents to enjoy.
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Shopping and dining in Spring Shadows
The bulk of shopping and dining options in Spring Shadows are located at the intersection of Kempwood Drive and Gessner Road. Texas favorite grocery chain H-E-B has an outpost here. Discount stores like Aldi, Walgreens, and several chain restaurants, including a Starbucks, share the four corners and adjacent blocks. Argentinian grocery and restaurant Pampa Grill and Market is one of the long-time neighborhood eateries that's given Spring Branch its reputation as a hub for cultural foods. Rodriguez says, "There's a new restaurant that just opened up across the street from us called Juarez that I've heard is pretty good, and there's a bunch of eateries around us that you eventually work your way around trying."
ALDI is the grocery store of choice among the Spring Shadows residents.
Pampa Grill and Market offers traditional Argentinean cuisine to Spring Shadows locals.
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Environmentally friendly events
The Spring Shadows Civic Association coordinates several environmentally focused events, such as Garbage Yard & Debris Pick up every Friday and Recycle Pick up every other Friday. Tree and Junk Waste Pick Up takes place on the 4th of every Friday. There is also a Spring Shadows Mom Club.
Spring Shadows children love swinging on the swings in Spring Shadows.
Those living near Spring Shadows will be delighted to feed ducks at the local pond.
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Traveling with Interstate 10
There are highways in every direction at Spring Shadows. Residents can take Interstate 10 into downtown Houston, about an 18-mile drive away. The neighborhood is also located by Loop 610, where various trendy retail and restaurants are located.
Spring Shadows boasts easy access to Interstate 10, facilitating convenient travel to Downtown.
Resident's of Spring Shadows can appreciate the convenience of being minutes away from I-10.
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Important to know
Certain parts of the Spring Branch area were heavily affected by flooding during Hurricane Harvey. Residents recommend checking flood maps and investing in flooding insurance before purchasing a home.
Spring Shadows features an array of colorful homes and small backyards.
Residents like to take long walks on Emnora Lane Hike and Trail in Spring Shadows.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Spring Shadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Spring Shadows, Houston sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Spring Shadows, Houston over the last 12 months is $407,400, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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