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Once a rural area known for sugarcane plantations, Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas has become a major economic force and one of the most quickly expanding cities in the US. Home buyers can choose to live in any of its many affluent neighborhoods and enjoy all the amenities available. Among Sugar Land’s 13 master-planned communities are First Colony, Riverstone, Telfair and Sugar Creek – the first neighborhood to be built in Sugar Land.
Some very large companies are based in this city, including Minute Maid, and Sugar Land is a significant business district in the area. Home buyers can choose to live near retail hubs, schools, parks, restaurants or other recreational spots in any of Sugar Land’s luxurious neighborhoods.
For more information on homes for sale in one of Sugar Land’s 13 affluent communities, feel free to contact Team Sadler.
Location and Surroundings
Houston and nearby cities are easily accessible from Sugar Land due to the various thoroughfares and freeways that intersect the city. The two major thoroughfares used are U.S. Highway 59 and 90A, and the distance from Downtown Houston to Sugar Land is about 24 miles.
The zip codes for Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas are 77478-79, 77487, 77496, and 77498.
Recreational Activities and Schools in Sugar Land
Various sports and recreational activities can be enjoyed in the master-planned communities within Sugar Land. There is no shortage of parks, golf courses, hiking trails, lakes, country clubs and splash pads. There are three branches of libraries within the city. Sugar Land Ice & Sports Center is another fun place to enjoy some healthy sports.
Sugar Land Town Square provides entertainment to Fort Bend County and Sugar Land with its wide range of restaurants, shopping outlets, City Hall and sidewalk cafes. Sugar Land’s First Colony Mall was expanded to offer a better experience and more parking space than before. Stores such as Macy’s, Barnes & Noble and Dillard’s can be found amongst its more than 130 stores.
Along with various public and private schools including Dulles High School and Clements High School, Sugar Land is home to the notable Wharton Country Junior College and the University Of Houston Sugar Land. Most of the Sugar Land city is zoned to the Fort Bend Independent School District.
Sugar Land Real Estate Trends
The 13 planned subdivisions provide a large range of choices for every home buyer. From affluent to affordable, real estate in Sugar Land varies greatly in lot size and value.
Single-unit, traditional style homes are more common in Sugar Land, though various architectural styles can be found. Property prices can range from as low as $150,000 to over $1 million.
The more upscale communities offer luxury homes that feature numerous bedrooms, wide drives, sprawling lots and garages for 2 to 3 cars.
A quick overview of some of Sugar Land’s communities will give you a glimpse of what sets each one apart:
Sugar Creek – All basic amenities such as pools, banks, restaurants, churches and community parks are available, along with two exclusive country clubs that have golf courses. Homes can vary in value from $130,000 to more than a million.
First Colony – Buyers can choose from apartments, town homes and houses ranging from $130,000 to over $1 million. Features a lake, athletic fields, aquatic center and country club with beautiful landscaping and greenbelts.
Avalon – A community of custom-built and semi-custom houses, it is a waterfront subdivision with a huge lake.
Riverpark – Nicely bordering the river with open meadows, wildlife reserves and a densely wooded natural park, this community offers extensive opportunities for recreation. Homes are valued from $160,000 to $250,000.
Lake Point Town Center – There are various types of housing available in this downtown community. Town homes fashioned after the Italian Renaissance, mid-rise condos, gated villas with private streets and urban stucco homes make up this versatile residential neighborhood.
Contact Team Sadler to find out more about the beautiful homes currently for sale in Sugar Land, Texas.
