Why Live in The Woods
The Woods in Tyler, Texas, is the largest master-planned community in East Texas, spanning 750 acres with diverse architectural styles, including ranch-style houses, Colonial Revivals, Tudor mansions, and Spanish-inspired villas. The neighborhood features wide, curvy roads and cul-de-sacs, with many homes offering waterfront views of the two community lakes. Residents benefit from multiple property owners’ associations that maintain amenities such as tennis courts and swimming pools. For recreation, Lena’s Park provides green space next to the community pool, while UT Tyler offers an 18-hole disc golf course and 5 miles of mountain biking trails. Golden Road Park, 2 miles away, has baseball diamonds and soccer fields, and Lake Tyler is 10 miles east for water activities. Local dining options include The Republic Icehouse and Enoch’s Wine & Coffee House, with grocery shopping available at Super 1 Foods, 1.5 miles away. Broadway Square shopping mall, 3 miles away, features retailers like Lululemon and American Eagle. The neighborhood is 6 miles from downtown Tyler and 13 miles from Tyler Pounds Regional Airport. Schools in the Chapel Hill Independent School District include Chapel Hill Junior High, which has a high rating, and Grace Community School, an A-rated private option. UT Tyler, across the street, offers higher education opportunities and competes in NCAA Division II sports. The Woods is known for its community events, including Christmas light displays, Halloween festivities, and an annual splash party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Woods a good place to live?
The Woods is a good place to live. The Woods is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. The Woods is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. The Woods has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 49. The average household income is $142,975 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 74.2% of residents. A majority of residents in The Woods are home owners, with 21.4% of residents renting and 78.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Woods can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Woods neighborhood guide.
Is The Woods, TX a safe neighborhood?
The Woods, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Woods?
The median home price in The Woods is $628,680. If you put a 20% down payment of $125,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $140K a year to afford the median home price in The Woods. The average household income in The Woods is $143K.
What are the best public schools in The Woods?
The best public schools that serve The Woods are:
What are the best private schools in The Woods?
The best private schools that serve The Woods are:
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Home Trends in The Woods, TX
On average, homes in The Woods, Tyler sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Woods, Tyler over the last 12 months is $415,440.
Median Sale Price
$415,440
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$628,680
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$685,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,201,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$409
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median List Price
$628,680
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%