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Waterside living with flair
Imagine spending a warm spring night enjoying licks of Cool Cow Creamery ice cream, between rides on the “Boardwalk Bullet” roller coaster and the “Century” Ferris wheel, all while soaking in a breeze from the Galveston Bay. It’s an experience that’s part of Kemah’s perpetual charm, courtesy of its famous boardwalk. A home in this Southeast Houston-area town places the Kemah Boardwalk, plus more fun on and by the bay, right at residents’ fingertips. Also, the crime score here ranks better than the national average, according to the CAP Index. “You’re right there on the Galveston Bay, which is beautiful,” says local Realtor Troy Chase, team lead of Troy Chase Realty Group. “It also bumps up to Clear Lake, which is a natural lake that’s just inland off the bay. Which, again, is beautiful. The boardwalk is there. And there are a lot of really nice local restaurants and shops that are all right there, that are great for tourism. Anyone that comes to that area, it’s a unique dining experience because of all the options you have down there.”
Century Ferris Wheel at The Kemah Boardwalk overlooks the Water and is a Great Sunset Option.
The Boardwalk Bullet in Kemah is a very fast Rollercoaster that gives visitors a Thrilling Ride.
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Boardwalk brings excitement
The Kemah Boardwalk dates back to the late 1990s and stretches 35 acres along the town’s coast. The boardwalk is packed with more than a dozen rides and other allures. Rides, aside from the Bullet and the Ferris wheel, include the “Flare,” a 73-foot rollercoaster, and the “Aviator,” a towering set of swings. The boardwalk features several eateries as well, ranging from Starbucks to one of four Aquarium Restaurant locations in the country. Aquarium specializes in seafood and steak, and the dining experience comes complete with a 50,000-gallon actual aquarium filled with myriad underwater species. Landry’s Seafood House is among the other options on the boardwalk, and it is liked in part for its gumbo. Whatever meal someone picks, they can finish it off with a sweet treat from nearby Cool Cow Creamery. “It’s top-notch ice cream, it’s all handcrafted,” says Chase, who has been in real estate for several years. “Big-time gourmet ice cream. It’s great.”
The Boardwalk isn’t Kemah’s sole commercial hub, either. The thoroughfares of Marina Bay Drive and Farm to Market Road 518 offer a long list, including Walmart, ALDI, Target, The Home Depot, Office Depot, Ross Dress for Less, Marshalls and Petco.
Couples can be seen enjoying a Stroll on The Kemah Boardwalk.
Cool Cow Creamery offers a delectable Selection of Small Batch Ice Cream.
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Variety is the constant in Kemah
Eclecticism is part of Kemah’s fabric in terms of the area’s housing stock. Homes on many of the area’s streets come in a mix of layouts and with a variety of different facades. Kemah offers everything from midcentury ranch-style homes to brand-new detached townhome-style options. “The new construction that’s going on in the area, they’re almost like townhouses,” Chase says. “But they don’t share a wall. It’s almost like a garden home. Low-maintenance homes, because you don’t have a yard to maintain.” The community’s coastal location facilitates coveted waterfront houses as well, many of which have their piers and docks out back. “You have a wide range to like homes that are on the actual Galveston Bay that are out there, that are super expensive,” Chase says. “You’re talking very limited waterfront property.” Kemah’s spot on the coast also puts much of the area at risk for flooding, though. Price tags here span from the mid-to-high $200,000s for a townhome or small single-family house, and can top out at more than $1 million for a waterfront home or an inland home with acreage.
Piers and Boat Decks are available in the more Luxurious and High Priced Kemah Homes.
Kemah is located in Galveston County, known for its boardwalk, marinas, and waterfront dining.
Mansions of all shapes and sizes dot the waters edge in Kemah.
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Boardwalk brings events galore
The Kemah Boardwalk hosts myriad events. Among them is the Blessing of the Fleet, an annual April boat parade that’s been in place for well over 50 years. In addition to the parade, the Blessing of the Fleet weekend includes a car show and a gumbo cook-off. There’s also an annual Fourth of July celebration, complete with live music. And December brings the Christmas Boat Lane Parade, a tradition for more than 60 years, featuring a collection of dazzlingly decorated watercraft.
Over thirty boats participate in the Blessing of the Fleet parade in Kemah.
Kemah Marina is a premier Texas Gulf Coast boating destination offering world-class amenities.
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Fresh air comes inland or coastal
Options for outdoor fun in Kemah start with the water. Boating enthusiasts, for instance, can take advantage of Kemah Boardwalk Marina, which has 400 slips plus amenities ranging from bocce ball courts to firepits. Jet ski rentals and boat tours are available by the boardwalk as well, including the Boardwalk Beast, a speedboat.
Those looking for inland recreation opportunities have options like Matthew D. Wiggins Park, formerly Cien Park, which includes a skatepark, covered basketball court, sand volleyball court and more. Also, anglers can hop over to Deep Hole Park in the neighboring community of Clear Lake Shores for fishing from the shore.
Boaters and Fishermen alike enjoy all that Kemah has to offer.
Wiggins Park in The Kemah Neighborhood offers a multitude of Amenities for all Ages.
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Highway access comes easy
Texas State Highway 146 bisects Kemah, and commuters in town can take advantage for drives around the rest of the region. This artery connects with Highway 225 for trips toward Downtown Houston, just over 30 miles away, for example.
The Kemah Boardwalk is a waterfront amusement park located in Kemah, Texas.
Piers and Boat Decks are available in the more Luxurious and High Priced Kemah Homes.
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Area schools are well-regarded
The Clear Creek Independent School District serves students in Kemah, a system with an A overall grade on Niche. Kids here can start at the A-minus-rated LaVace Stewart Elementary, a school supported by an active PTA. The A-minus-rated Bayside Intermediate is next up and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, from a football team to a girls volleyball team and from a robotics club to a marine science club. Then, students advance to Clear Falls High, an A-rated school whose fine arts department includes a band, choir, dance team, orchestra and a theater program.
Lavace Stewart Elementary School in South Shore Harbour is where students learn and grow.
Bayside Intermediate is a top level school located in the Kemah area.
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