Summerwood / Lakeshore Real Estate Guide

Summerwood / Lakeshore homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Summerwood is a 1-500-acre master-planned community located at the southern end of Lake Houston. The community is home to some of Houston's Best Suburbs and Best Houston Golf Course communities. The Summerwood community features great lakeside amenities, highly-rated schools, and excellent accessibility.

Summerwood homes are getting well-known due to their:

• HIGH ACCESSIBILITY: Summerwood is situated near the intersection of Beltway 8 and W Lake Houston Parkway. Other major thoroughfares are also easily accessible from the community. Interstate 69, which is only 8 miles away, and US 90, which is only 11 miles away from Summerwood.

• PROXIMITY TO HOUSTON KEY AREAS: Summerwood residents enjoy excellent access to other Houston key points due to its proximity to major highways. Beltway 8 connects the master-planned community to important Houston areas like the Downtown. Minutes away northwest of the community is George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

• MASTER-PLANNED LAKE COMMUNITY: Summerwood has over 200 acres of amenities offered, including a 17-acre lake and three community centers. Residents may enjoy miles of hiking and biking trails. There are also swimming pools, volleyball courts, and picnic areas available.

• BEST-PERFORMING SCHOOLS: Summerwood homes are zoned to Humble Independent School District (ISD). Summerwood houses some of the Best Public Schools in Houston, such as Fall Creek Elementary. Summerwood Elementary also serves the community. Summerwood is home to Woodcreek Middle School, while Summer Creek High School is located directly across the street.

• EXCELLENT OUTDOOR SPACES: Summerwood homes are just minutes away from several outdoor recreation facilities. Thanks to the community's proximity to the 12,000-acre Lake Houston, the area is full of lakeside amenities. Summerwood residents can swim, fish, boat, and ski in the lake. Camping is also available in the Lake Houston Wilderness Park.

• VARIOUS HOME SELECTIONS: Summerwood homes offer a wide range of home options. Summerwood houses are available in a variety of floor plans. Traditional architectural styles are mostly used in the area. Many places feature 1- and 2-story options. The lot sizes can range from 7,000 to over 13,000 square feet.

The master-planned community has many sections and subdivisions. There is a diversity of builders around the area. Due to the community's proximity to famous districts and roadways, navigating the site might be very challenging.

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

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Table of Contents

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

Summerwood / Lakeshore Home Sale Trends

Summerwood is a 1,500-acre lakeside master-planned community just off of Beltway 8. Summerwood features many great amenities, including lakeside recreations, community facilities, and green spaces.

Summerwood is becoming popular thanks to its:

• ACCESSIBILITY: Summerwood is located near the junction of Beltway 8 and W Lake Houston Parkway. Beltway 8 connects the community to important Houston areas like Downtown and George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

• MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITY: The Summerwood residents enjoy many amenities, including a 17-acre lake, three community centers, and miles of trails. There are also pools, volleyball courts, and picnics.

• NOTABLE SCHOOLS: Summerwood homes are zoned for some of Houston's Best Schools, including Fall Creek Elementary. Woodcreek Middle School and Summer Creek High School also serve the community.

• RECREATION SPACES: Summerwood homes are just minutes away from several outdoor recreation facilities. The 12,000-acre Lake Houston features swimming, fishing, boating, and skiing in the lake. Camping in the Lake Houston Wilderness Park is also available.

Summerwood also features houses available in a variety of floor plans. Traditional architectural styles are used in the area, with 1- and 2-story options.

Summerwood / Lakeshore Best Realtor Insights

A 1,500-acre lakeside development, Summerwood is a master-planned community in northeast Houston.

• The community sits on the southern end of Lake Houston. Home to some of Houston’s Best Golf Course Communities and Best Houston Suburbs.

• Summerwood homes are gaining popularity thanks to their location just off of Beltway 8. Offering convenient access to Lake Houston’s amenities. Acres of dedicated community spaces and recreation are also available.

• Summerwood is just off the intersection of Beltway 8 and W Lake Houston Parkway. Beltway 8 connects the master-planned community to key Houston areas such as the Downtown. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is also minutes away.

• Other major thoroughfares are accessible from the community, such as Interstate 69, just 8 miles away, and US 90, just 11 miles away.

• Summerwood homes are zoned to some of the best schools in Houston, such as Fall Creek Elementary. Woodcreek Middle School is located within Summerwood. The Summer Creek High School is just right outside the master-planned community.

• Summerwood features over 200 acres of amenities, including a 17-acre lake. There are three community centers and miles of hike-and-bike trails. There are also Swimming pools, volleyball courts, lighted tennis courts, and picnic areas.

• There are also several outdoor recreation options in nearby Lake Houston. Residents can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and skiing in the lake or go camping in the Lake Houston Wilderness Park.

• Summerwood homes are available in several distinct floor plans. Homes in the area are in traditional architectural styles with 1- and 2-story options. Lot sizes range from 7,000 up to more than 13,000 square feet.

• Prices for Summerwood homes for sale can start at $250,000 up to $550,000. Expensive homes can go up to $1,300,000.

• Summerwood homes for sale feature custom landscaping, formal living, and dining areas. There are up to 5 bedrooms, a covered patio with an outdoor kitchen, and sparkling pools.

Summerwood / Lakeshore Maps, Location & Zip Code

Summerwood / Lakeshore Schools

Summerwood homes are zoned to Humble Independent School District.

Humble ISD is relatively small, serving the city of Humble, surrounding Houston areas, and unincorporated areas. The district has five high schools, one magnet school, seven middle schools, and 25 elementary schools. The TEA gave the district a "Recognized" rating in Houston.

Students in the area may attend Summerwood Elementary, Woodcreek Middle School, and Summer Creek High School.

Elementary Schools

• Summerwood Elementary at 14000 Summerwood Lakes Dr. Summerwood Elementary has a 9/10 rating from GreatSchools. The School opened its doors in August 2004. Ranked 15th among Humble Independent School District Elementary schools.

Middle Schools

• Woodcreek Middle School at 14600 Woodson Park Dr. First opened in 2010, Woodcreek is Humble ISD's 8th middle School. It has since received a "Met Standard" accountability rating, with Academic Distinction in Mathematics. Woodcreek Middle has an 8/10 rating.

High Schools

• Summer Creek High School at 14000 Weckford Blvd. Summer Creek High School got its name from the two neighborhoods it serves, Summer Creek and Summerwood. Built in 2009, it was originally a relief school for both Humble and Atascocita High Schools. The campus features an indoor pool, athletic facilities, fields, a food court, and a resource center. Summer Creek High School has a 4/4-star performance index rating.

To find an updated listing of all Summerwood real estate zoned to any specific public school, please email Paige Martin at PMartin@HoustonProperties.com with the property preference and budget that you're working with.

Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different Summerwood 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.

Summerwood / Lakeshore Real Estate Market

Summerwood Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Summerwood homes are available in several different floor plans. Homes in the area are in traditional architectural styles with 1- and 2-story options.

Summerwood homes typically have 3 to 4 bedrooms spread across 2,000 to more than 5,000 square feet of living space.

Homes in this area offer traditional styles. New construction homes tend to feature more modern designs. Most still lean toward traditional aesthetics.

Lot sizes range from 7,000 up to more than 13,000 square feet.

Summerwood homes for sale feature custom landscaping, formal living, and dining areas. Expensive homes can have up to 5 bedrooms, a covered patio with an outdoor kitchen, and sparkling pools.

Summerwood homes' prices range from over $250,000 to over $550,000. High home prices start from $1,000,000.

Summerwood Houston Townhome Sale Trends

There are no townhomes in Summerwood. There are, however, plenty of townhome options available in nearby neighborhoods.

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

Summerwood Condo Sale Trends

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

Several condo buildings are located in Summerwood, including:

Downtown:

• Bayou Lofts

• Franklin Lofts

• Hermann Lofts

• Byrd's Lofts

• St Germain 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 condos within Museum District, see Museum District Condos.

The Houston Properties Team are expert in Summerwood 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.

Summerwood TX History

Houston-based McCord Development built the Summerwood community in
1995. When Summerwood had approximately 200 homes completed, Newland Communities took hold of Summerwood in June 2000. Newland managed to finish the project.

Ever since then, McCord went on to create Generation Park, just five minutes away from Summerwood.

Fun Things To Do Near Summerwood

Summerwood is extensively known for its excellent lakeside amenities. Acres of dedicated community spaces and recreation. Residents can enjoy Lake Houston's amenities and several green spaces.

Summerwood features over 200 acres of amenities, including the 17-acre lake. There are three community centers in Summerwood. Sports and recreation such as swimming pools, volleyball courts, lighted tennis courts, and picnic areas.

There are also several outdoor recreation options in nearby Lake Houston. Residents can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and skiing in the lake or camping in the Lake Houston Wilderness Park.

Here are some of Summerwood, Texas's must-visit places:

Retail

• Marshalls
• Burlington
• Five Below
• Old Navy
• Goodwill Houston Select Stores

Grocery

• H-E-B
• The Home Depot
• Kroger Marketplace

Dining

• Papa John's Pizza
• Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
• Sonic Drive-In
• Whataburger
• Crecia's Kitchen
• Bibo's Bistro & Bar
• Manuel's Mexican Restaurant
• Bocca Italian Kitchen
• McDonald's
• Pizza Hut

Cafe

• Starbucks
• Taste of Paris
• Cafe Rian Cajun Cafe
• Dutch Bros Coffee

Entertainment

• Residents Club Central Pool (swimming pool)
• Summerwood Central Club House (recreation center)
• Sunset Ridge Recreation Center
• Greens Bayou Wetlands Mitigation Bank
• Redemption Square

Parks

• Generation Park
• Alexander Deussen Park
• Dog Park at Deussen
• The Park at Waters Edge
• Dwight D. Eisenhower Park (fishing camp)

Best Summerwood 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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