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About 4,000 people live in this community south of Houston.
West Columbia goes from Texas capital to growing small town
In the 1830s, the young Republic of Texas made Columbia its first capital. The city, now called West Columbia, is no longer the state’s center of government, but it is situated in the heart of Brazoria County’s industrial economy. Nearby plants employ thousands of people, and jobs draw many buyers to this community south of Houston. West Columbia’s growth has corresponded with recent investments in the community’s housing sector and high school.
Homes prices, HOA fees and taxes in West Columbia
Hundreds of homes have been built here since 2022. More are on the way, says Cherry Leal, a West Columbia resident who is an agent and owner at Cornerstone Realtors. “[It’s mostly] infill growth, but, within a year or two, we have some new subdivisions slated to move in.” Homes usually sell from the mid-$100,000s to the upper $400,000s. In most areas of West Columbia, there are no homeowner’s associations or related fees, but a notable exception is Columbia Lakes, which charges $600 in annual HOA dues. It’s also important to know that the City of West Columbia and Brazoria County each collect property taxes, so, if you’re living in the city limits, you’ll receive higher tax bills.
West Columbia showcases charming ranch-style homes.
Ranch-style houses with large lots provide ample outdoor space for gardening and recreation.
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Industrial and health care jobs in Brazoria County
You don’t have to go far to encounter one of the region’s chemical plants, Leal says. “Literally 30 minutes in about every direction, there’s a major plant. Between the mild weather and good jobs that are able to go on year-round, that has provided economic stability.” Employers within 15 miles of West Columbia include:
Brazoria County government, which has almost 1,500 employees and is based out of the county seat of Angleton
Phillips 66, which operates a refinery in Old Ocean with roughly 1,000 workers
The University of Texas Medical Branch, which employs about 700 employees at its Angleton Danbury Campus
Chevron Phillips Chemical, which employs more than 600 people at a plant in Sweeny
Exploring West Columbia’s role in Texas history
As a 200-year-old community that served as Texas’ first seat of government, West Columbia is full of history. You can explore the city’s past at spots such as:
Capitol of Texas Park, which stands on the site of the Republic of Texas’s first capitol building and recounts Columbia’s role in Texas history
Columbia Historical Museum, home to artifacts from the city’s days as the first Texas capital
Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, where you can take a tour of an 1830s home and learn about the history of the plantation’s enslaved workforce and sugarcane production
Of course, not everything in West Columbia revolves around history. At First Capitol Park, people fish from the pond and go swimming at the public pool, which is open from May to August. West Columbia Girls Softball Association teams play on the park’s three ball fields. In April, the West Columbia Chamber of Commerce puts on the San Jacinto Festival. An annual tradition for more than 70 years, the festival is named for the Battle of San Jacinto, the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution that was fought 70 miles away. But the only battles at this downtown event are a barbecue cook-off and a cornhole tournament. Along East Brazos Avenue, the same street where the festival takes place, there are several locally owned restaurants. Republic BBQ slow smokes brisket, and Taqueria La Rosa serves hippo tacos, a type of breakfast taco popular in Brazoria County since the 1970s.
There are several parks in West Columbia open to the public.
West Columbia's historical significance is evident in landmarks like the replica of the First Capitol of Texas.
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Columbia High School has been around since the 1950s and recently underwent renovations.
School district revamps Columbia High campus
West Columbia is part of the Columbia-Brazoria Independent School District, which oversees Columbia High School. The district recently demolished and rebuilt part of the campus, including the gyms, locker rooms and library. The school also added classrooms for agriculture, health services and culinary arts programs as part of its renovation.
Taking the highway to Houston, the beach
Commuters and vacationers have several routes to take when they want a change of scenery. Texas state Highways 35 and 36 intersect in town, and Texas state Highway 288 is less than 10 miles away. The 55-mile drive to Houston lasts just over an hour during rush hour. Meanwhile, it takes 30 miles to reach Gulf Coast beach towns, such as Surfside Beach.
Flood and hurricane risk
Flood zones cover swaths of West Columbia, particularly the area around the Brazos River. Occasionally, heavy rain causes the river to overflow and water to pour into nearby homes. Even though West Columbia is about 30 miles inland of the Gulf, the community may still experience hurricane damage. For example, Hurricane Beryl toppled trees and left residents without power in 2024. Leal says hurricanes aren’t a major concern, and, when they do hit, Texas state Highways 35 and 36 provide quick evacuation routes. “We either hunker down or get out of the area.”
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On average, homes in West Columbia, TX sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West Columbia, TX over the last 12 months is $301,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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