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Affluent, secluded living in Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks is a gated community in Houston's northwestern suburbs that offers privacy, outdoor recreation and luxury living on large, wooded lots. Approximately 700 acres of forested land gives way to secluded upscale homes that often boast private pools, guest cottages and views of the surrounding lakes and ponds. "Thousand Oaks is one of several neighborhoods known for its acreage lots," says Vinny Sinisi, Realtor and founder of the Team Sinisi Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty. "So you get that quiet, secluded atmosphere, but you're also close to amenities and great schools."
Thousand Oaks' prime location is a significant draw to the area. Situated just outside the Magnolia city limits, residents avoid additional city taxes while enjoying proximity to The Woodlands. "The Woodlands has been ranked as one of the top places to live in the nation," Sinisi says. Thousand Oaks is hidden behind the tree line along FM 1488, which ironically serves as an unintentional symbol of the area’s growth. Farm-to-Market Roads are common designations in more rural areas, which is an apt description of how the area used to be. "When we moved here in 1980, the population was around 8,000; now there are over 120,000 residents," Sinisi says. Thousand Oaks' development began in 1999 and continues today, as this countryside oasis expands, offering residents a luxurious estate setting with suburban convenience and a CAP Crime Index Score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
Custom-built homes on 1-to-2 acres
Along FM 1488, a large stone sign greets residents as they enter Thousand Oaks. As they drive past the gates, lush landscaping and white fences line Thousand Oaks Boulevard, offering a country estate-like feel. Towering oaks and magnolias dot quiet roadways, offering privacy and shade from the summer Texas sun. "Since it's a gated community, the road maintenance is covered by residents versus the county," Sinisi says. "So the roads are well maintained and there are a ton of speed bumps." Winding streets give way to custom-built homes on 1- to 2-acre lots, with styles ranging from sprawling New Traditional to modern farmhouses with black, white and wooden accents. Some properties are obscured by towering foliage, while others boast backyard docks along one of the several neighborhood lakes. Most properties feature spacious floor plans, high ceilings, oversized garages and outdoor entertainment areas. Thousand Oaks' older, more traditional brick ramblers can range from the mid-$400,000s to the upper $500,000s. However, most properties here range from the $700,000s to well over $1 million, depending on lot size, luxury touches and location. Thousand Oaks' monthly $100 HOA fees cover maintenance for shared spaces.
Magnolia Independent School District’s academics
The Magnolia Independent School District is ranked as the third-best school district in Montgomery County by Niche, which gives it an A-minus rating. "Magnolia used to be a tiny town, but as The Woodlands boomed, so did Magnolia, which expanded its student pool and, in turn, made the schools better," Sinisi says. Elementary schoolers are divided between the A-minus-rated Magnolia Parkway Elementary for kindergarten through fourth grade and the B-plus-rated Bear Branch Intermediate for fifth and sixth grade. Other A-minus-rated schools include Bear Branch Junior High and Magnolia High.
Neighborhood parks, pools, lakes and golf courses
Thousand Oaks' amenities blend active outdoor recreation with the area’s natural surroundings. Within the neighborhood gates, residents enjoy private access to two large lakes, where jet skiing, wakeboarding and boating are permitted. A community pool and tennis court hug the narrow land separating the two lakes. Smaller neighborhood ponds are stocked with bass, catfish and perch for catch-and-release fishing. Thousand Oaks Park is an open green space with a playground, basketball court and Thousand Oaks' other outdoor pool. On the neighborhood's far east side, an equestrian center caters to horseback riders and owners with a lighted arena, boarding stables and shaded trails that wind around the community.
Additional trails await outside of Thousand Oaks' gates. W.G. Jones State Forest provides thousands of acres for hiking, birding, and exploring the outdoors. About 15 miles away, Lake Conroe, one of the region's most popular recreation areas, offers 21,000 acres of open water for boating and swimming, while shore-based offerings include waterfront dining and long, winding dirt trails.
Lake Windcrest Golf Club, a members-only club with an 18-hole course and clubhouse restaurant, offers a different kind of green. Regarding youth sports, Magnolia Strikers Sports Complex offers indoor batting cages and outdoor fields for the local baseball and softball club leagues. Ten miles away, Magnolia Youth Park is home to the Magnolia Area Softball Association. The park also features sports facilities such as soccer, football and lacrosse fields.
Amenities and entertainment in Magnolia and The Woodlands
Thousand Oaks residents don't have to travel far for amenities. Across the street from the neighborhood’s entrance, The Treehouse Cafe offers an eclectic, rustic ambiance beneath the trees' canopy. Wooden picnic tables and a small treehouse greet patrons, while a larger, albeit cozy, wooden cabin serves up classic American fare with daily specials such as Meatloaf Mondays and Salisbury Steak Thursdays.
Several establishments line FM 1488, including H-E-B and popular chains like 7 Brew Coffee and Swig, a “dirty soda” shop less than two miles west of the neighborhood. About 15 miles east, The Woodlands’ commercial hub lines both sides of Interstate 45, featuring dozens of big-box stores, national grocers, chain restaurants, local eateries and entertainment venues. Market Street is a popular outdoor shopping mall with a central park that anchors the mall. Al-fresco dining and a small splash pad attract young families to the park, while larger crowds flock to Market Street for holiday celebrations and occasional live performances. The Woodlands Mall features over 160 retailers and restaurants just next door, while The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion hosts dozens of outdoor performances down the road.
Highways, hospitals and airports near Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks is a car-dependent community. FM 1488 is the main road to get in and out of the neighborhood, while a hidden back entrance leads to FM 149. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 35 miles away via Texas State Route 249, and Downtown Houston is about 45 miles south via Interstate 45. St. Luke's Health – The Woodlands Hospital is one of three area hospitals, less than 15 miles east. "The Woodlands has a huge medical center now," Sinisi says. "You used to have to drive downtown for care. We even have an MD Anderson Center, one of the best cancer centers in the world."
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Thousand Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thousand Oaks, Magnolia sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Thousand Oaks, Magnolia over the last 12 months is $816,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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