Friendswood Real Estate Guide

Friendswood homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Friendswood is an independent city located about 22 miles southeast of Downtown Houston. The city is nestled in the area south of the Beltway and west of Interstate 45 (Gulf Freeway). To its east is Texas Highway 35 (S Main Street). Friendswood covers a 20.9-square-mile area and is adjacent to Pearland.

Friendswood real estate is well-known thanks to its:

• EASE OF TRAVEL: Friendswood enjoys easy access to main highways and arteries, Interstate 45 located to the east, and Texas Highway 35 to the west. Nestled along the community are several roadways. The city is adjacent to Pearland, about a 10-minute drive away from the community.

• EXCELLENT HOTSPOTS NEARBY: The community is close to many notable areas in Houston, including the Space Center Houston and the NASA Johnson Space Center. It also offers various parks, outdoor recreations, and the nearby Magnolia Creek Golf Club for additional recreation options.

• RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS: Friendswood residents have easy access to a range of amenities, including nearby restaurants, sports venues, and retail centers such as the Friendswood Shopping Center and Captain Corner's Shopping Center. Additionally, various entertainment options are located just minutes away, with establishments along Interstate 45 and Texas Highway 35.

• GREAT HOME OPTIONS: Friendswood offers a wide variety of homes, some of which are located within master-planned communities, like The Forest. The neighborhood features a range of homes, including vintage ranch-style residences and single-family homes.

• OUTSTANDING SCHOOLS: Friendswood homes south of Clear Creek are zoned to the Friendswood ISD. Areas north of Friendswood are zoned to the Clear Creek ISD.

Navigating the real estate in Friendswood might be challenging and tricky due to its central location and size. Homeowners voted to incorporate the town in 1960. Friendswood currently has a council-manager form of government. New developments are also evident in the area.

To get personal advice on buying or selling in the Friendswood Area, contact Paige Martin, one of Houston's best realtors and one of the top-ranked Realtors in the United States.

“We started working with Brittney Coyle in January 2022 on a visit to Houston with vague plans to move to Texas within the year. She listened carefully as we described our dream home and put together a synopsis of the various neighborhoods in Houston that would meet our needs. Over the months, she kept us informed of trends and availability so when we arrived in September to start our search we already had a game plan. Over the next 4 months we narrowed our search down to one neighborhood, visiting dozens of homes in the process. Brittney's insights and analyses were invaluable as we sorted through our options and her patience and poise were considerable!. Once we found our home, Brittney expertly guided us through inspections, negotiations and closing, giving us confidence in the soundness of our decision. Throughout the process of searching for and buying our home we were very grateful for Brittney's professionalism, graciousness and sense of humor. She has our full endorsement and we can't recommend her enough! Nancy and John Ferguson” - Nancy Ferguson (Google Review)

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Table of Contents

1. Friendswood Home Sale Trends
2. Friendswood Best Realtor Insights
3. Friendswood Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Friendswood Schools
5. Friendswood Real Estate Market

Friendswood Home Sale Trends

Friendswood is a top-ranked suburb 22 miles southeast of Downtown Houston and adjacent Pearland. The community is strategically located near major highways and arteries such as Beltway 8, Gulf Freeway, and Texas Highway 35.

Friendswood is highly appreciated for its:

• WELL-SITUATED ROADS: Friendswood homes have easy access to major freeways. Interstate 45 can be found east of the neighborhood, while Texas Highway 35 is on the west.

• ATTRACTIVE HOTSPOTS: The neighborhood is the focal point for attractions in Houston. The Space Center Houston is a mere 15-minute drive, with the NASA Johnson Space Center adjacent.

• COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS: There are plenty of restaurants, retail centers, sports venues, and local bars in and around the city.

• MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITIES: Many homes in Friendswood are in gated and master-planned communities. These include West Ranch and The Forest.

Friendswood is teeming with city parks, including sports fields and trails for hiking, jogging, biking, and fishing. Residents have a lot of options for dining, retail, and entertainment.

Friendswood Best Realtor Insights

Friendswood is an independent city located 22 miles southeast of Downtown Houston.

• The city is nestled in the area south of the Beltway, west of I-45 (Gulf Freeway), and east of Texas Highway 35 (S Main Street). Friendswood covers a 20.9-square-mile area and is adjacent to Pearland.

• Friendswood was founded by Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) in 1895. Homeowners voted to incorporate the town in 1960.

• Schools within the zone are highly rated, such as C W Cline Elementary, Friendswood Jr High, and Friendswood High School.

• Friendswood enjoys easy access to main highways and arteries, including I-45, Texas Highway 35, FM 528, FM 2351, and FM 518.

• Parks, schools, restaurants, sports venues, retail centers, and other entertainment hotspots are minutes away from Friendswood homes.

• Friendswood offers a wide variety of homes, some of which are located within planned communities, like The Forest.

• Friendswood homes south of Clear Creek are zoned to the Friendswood ISD, while those north are zoned to the Clear Creek Independent School District.

• Friendswood homes for sale can range from vintage ranch-style homes to new construction 2-story estates.

• Luxury real estate in the area can feature sprawling lots and spacious 5-bedroom homes.

• Prices for Friendswood homes for sale typically range from $100,000 to $1.3M.

Friendswood Maps, Location & Zip Code

Friendswood Schools

Friendswood is zoned to Friendswood (FISD) and Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD).

The neighborhood is zoned to schools that are highly rated on GreatSchools.org. Some schools include C W Cline Elementary, Westbrooke Intermediate, and Friendswood High.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary Schools

• C W Cline Elementary School at 505 Briarmeadow Ave. This school has incorporated STEM into the Fine Arts Day activities. Special Education is another focus.

Middle Schools

• Friendswood Jr High at 1000 Manison Pkwy. This school offers a wide range of clubs and organizations, including cheerleading, an Academic Team, and the Young Authors Club.

• Westbrook Intermediate at 302 W El Dorado Blvd. This school started the WAVE Magnet Program for identified gifted and talented learners. The program offers challenging academic classes using universal themes and real-world issues.

High Schools

• Clear Springs High School at 501 Palomino Ln. The school aims to cultivate character, strength, honor, and success in its students. Schools look at different sectors: academics, athletics, fine arts, and extra-curricular activities.

• Friendswood High at 702 Greenbriar Dr. This school started the WAVE Magnet Program for identified gifted and talented learners. The program offers challenging academic classes using universal themes and real-world issues.

To find an updated listing of all Friendswood real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at [email protected] with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Friendswood areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me.

Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year. The information provided above is accurate but not guaranteed. Please double-check by visiting the school's website.

Friendswood Real Estate Market

Friendswood Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Friendswood generally comprises single-family homes, most of which are vintage ranch-style homes.

Many homes in the area offer 3- to 4- bedroom floor plans in different architectural styles.

With the area's wide variety of homes, Friendswood homes come in a broad scale of price points.

Prices for Friendswood homes start at around $100,000, with larger properties selling at about $1,300,000.

Friendswood Townhome Sales Trends

Townhomes are typically smaller, which makes them easier to maintain and more affordable. Single-family houses make up the majority of the homes for sale in Friendswood.

Structures of townhomes vary from single-family homes. While single-family properties are detached, townhomes are adjacent to one another.

Townhomes in the area are in the $145,000 to $345,000 range. Prices depend on the number of bedrooms, location, style, and lot size.

Friendswood Condo Sale Trends

There are no mid- or high-rise Friendswood condos for sale, but plenty of units are available in the surrounding areas.

Several condo buildings are within or about 35 minutes from the neighborhood, including:

• River Oaks

Inner Loop:

• The Huntingdon

• Royalton At River Oaks

• Gotham Lofts

Downtown Houston:

• Commerce Towers

• Four Seasons Residence

• Bayou Lofts

• Franklin Lofts

• Rise Lofts

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the nearby Galleria area, see Galleria Houston Condos. To see other condos within Downtown Houston, see Downtown Condos. To see condos within Museum District, see Museum District Condos.

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Friendswood Park real estate. Please contact us if you'd like to see Houston condos or learn more about buildings that could be a fit for you.

Friendswood TX History

Friendswood was once a land of Fig orchards, Satsuma orange orchards, and rice fields until Quakers Frank Jacob Brown and Thomas Hadley Lewis caught sight of the 1,538 acres of prairie area.

Believing it was the "Promised Land" for their colony, they purchased the deed of trust from the owner, Galveston banker J.C. League. On July 15, 1895, the colony's name, Friendswood, was recorded at a courthouse in Galveston.

The colony's name spread among the Quakers, and soon, many families joined them. By 1920, the population rose, thanks to Houston developers luring farmers into the land.

The war reduced the growth in the 1940s, but properties along the creeks started the trend. Steady growth continued through the 1970s and 1980s.

Today, Friendswood is home to a diverse mix of architectural-styled properties, many of which are vintage ranch-style homes.

The city also features fine businesses such as restaurants, bars, and retail centers. Friendswood is also home to parks, highly-rated schools, outdoor activity centers, and 266 acres of green space and nature trails.

Fun Things To Do Near Friendswood

Minutes away from Friendswood homes are restaurants, bars, sports venues, retail centers, and other entertainment options.

Friendswood also maintains 10- city parks, historical sites, and a veterans memorial.

Here are some of Friendswood's must-visit places:

Retail

• Marshall's & HomeGoods
• Baybrook Mall
• Nordstrom Rack
• Raton Plaza
• Kroger

Dining

• Bayou Grill
• Bistro 313
• The Rouxpour
• JLB Eatery
• Good Vibes Coastal Kitchen
• Pop Top Burgers

Entertainment

• CHEERS Pub
• Timeout #4 Sports Bar & Grill
• The Regal Beagle
• Union Tavern
• Scotty's Pub

Parks

• Stevenson Park
• Centennial Park
• Nightsong Petting Zoo
• Putt Putt Fun House
• Main Event

Recreational Places

• Star Cinema Grill
• Baybrook Mall
• Best Shot Range
• Timber Creek Gold Club
• Bergamos Spa Retreat
• The National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA) offers the NASA Space Center
• The fourth largest city in the nation, Houston
• The Kemah Boardwalk
• The historic town of Galveston

Best Friendswood Realtor – Paige Martin

As featured on Fox News in the Morning, Houston Business Journal, and Houston Magazine, Paige Martin, a consistent Top Producing Broker-Associate and head of the Houston Properties Team, is ranked as one of the top residential real estate agents in the world.

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