Pearland Real Estate Guide

Pearland homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Pearland Real Estate Guide

Nestled just south of Beltway 8, Pearland is an 80% residential, independent city. Affordable homes and convenient access to Houston continues to draw in homebuyers to the sprawling 47.5-square mile city.

Pearland real estate is very popular due to its:

Despite its continued growth, development within Pearland is uneven. This has made the local housing market a bit challenging to navigate. Other factors that contribute to this tricky market include the sheer size of the city (which can be a speed bump in choosing the best community), varying school zoning, and accessibility, among others. It is also important to note that while median sales price is rising, land values are dropping.

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

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Pearland Homes For Sale

$560,000
4 Beds, 3 Baths
2604 Westerlake Drive
$379,900
3 Beds, 2 Baths
2707 S. Peach Hollow Circle
$439,000
3 Beds, 2 Baths
3738 Tumbling Falls Drive
$339,000
4 Beds, 3 Baths
4604 Cypress Bend Court
$419,000
4 Beds, 3 Baths
12003 Dawn Mist Court
$550,000
4 Beds, 3 Baths
3031 Barton Drive

Pearland Homes For Rent

$2,700
4 Beds, 2 Baths
3411 Farnham Circle
$1,690
2 Beds, 1 Bath
2723 N. Brompton Drive
$2,000
3 Beds, 2 Baths
5918 Becky Lane
$1,975
3 Beds, 2 Baths
4011 Avanti Drive
$2,700
4 Beds, 2 Baths
2808 Arbor Brook Lane
$2,200
3 Beds, 2 Baths
1019 Portsmouth Drive

Table of Contents

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

Pearland Home Sale Trends

Pearland Real Estate Trends

Pearland is a 47.5-square-mile city that is located south of Houston. It borders Brookside Village (northeast) and Manvel (southwest). The city is also on the list of Top 50 Most Livable Mid-Sized Cities in the US.

Pearland is known for its:

Homes in Pearland range from traditional to luxury homes in gated communities. Waterfront estates and homes on golf courses are also available. The east section of Pearland is made up of established neighborhoods. The west section features newer master-planned communities.


Pearland Best Realtor Insights

Pearland is one of Houston’s best suburbs and is home to great golf course communities.


Pearland Maps, Location & Zip Code

Pearland Map

Commute Time Pearland
Downtown (min) 25
Med Ctr (min) 20
Energy Corridor (min) 35
Galleria (min) 30
Exxon Campus (min) Unknown


Highlights Pearland
Amenities Pearland is home to some of the best master-planned communities. It offers plenty of dining, retail, and entertainment options within its borders.

The city has several parks, trails, and malls. Residents can also enjoy some of Houston's best golf course communities in the area.
Golf Courses - Pearland Golf Club
- Clear Creek Golf Club
- Southwyck Golf Club
- Golfcrest Country Club
Run / Bike Trails - Trail at John Hargrove Environmental Complex
- Mary's Creek Trail
- Southbelt Hike & Bike Trail
- Green Tee Trail Head
- Delores Fenwick Nature Center
- Hyde Park
- Independence Park
- Clear Brook City Park
- Clear Creek Trailhead
- Zychlinski Park
Nearby Retail / Dining Retail:

- Ross Dress for Less
- Target
- Burlington
- Kohl's
- JCPenney
- T.J. Maxx
- BLCK Market
- Plato's Closet
- Brooke's Boutique
- Lollipop Boutique

Dining:

- Bayou Grill
- BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
- Good Vibes
- Willie's Grill & Icehouse
- The LaRoux Table
- Sambal Chef
- Jimmy Changas
- Grazia
- Cleo Lounge
- Juanito's Mexican Restaurant

Nightlife/Entertainment:

- Club Rumba
- The Original Red Rooster
- CHEERS Pub
- Two Dogs Saloon
- Scotty's Pub
- Bogie's
- Cooter Brown's Place
- Hometown Sports Bar & Grill
- 2-A-Days Sports Bar
- Hooters

Groceries:

- H-E-B
- Kroger
- Walmart Supercenter
- Randalls
- Food Town
Major Employers - Audubon Companies
- Driver Pipeline
- Mott MacDonald
- AIMS Companies
- Texas Children's Hospital

Pearland Schools

Top Elementary Schools Great Schools Ranking
Barbara Cockrell Elem 10
Challenger Elem 9
Magnolia Elem (Pearland) 9
Mary Burks Marek El 8
Red Duke Elem 8
Rustic Oak Elem 9
Shadycrest Elem 9
Silvercrest Elem 10
Silverlake Elem 10
Weber Elem 9
York Elem 9


Top Middle Schools Great Schools Ranking
Alexander/Pearland J H East 8
Friendswood Jr High 8
Jamison/Pearland J H South 7
Nolan Ryan J H 7
Rogers/Berry Miller Jr High 9
Sablatura/Pearland J H West 7
Westbrook Intermediate 8


Top High Schools Great Schools Ranking
Clear Brook High 7
Friendswood High 9
Glenda Dawson High 8
Pearland High 7

Most Pearland homes are zoned to Pearland Independent School District. Portions of the city are under the Alvin, Fort Bend, Houston, Clear Creek, and Pasadena Independent School Districts.

Some of the schools serving the Pearland area are among the Best in the Greater Houston Area.

Note: Due to the number of schools serving Pearland homes, we opted to list them. To see schools zoned to individual communities, please check their individual pages.


Elementary Schools


Pearland ISD

Alvin ISD

Fort Bend ISD

Houston ISD

Pasadena ISD

Clear Creek ISD


Middle Schools and Junior High Schools


Pearland ISD

Alvin ISD

Fort Bend ISD

Pasadena ISD


High Schools



Pearland Houston Private Schools


The following are some of the more notable private schools near Pearland.

To find an updated listing of all Pearland real estate zoned to any specific public school, please send an email to Paige Martin at [email protected] with the property preference.

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


Pearland Real Estate Market

Pearland Single-Family Home Sale Trends


Pearland homes are mostly detached single-family properties on large lots. Homes in the area range from older ranch-style homes to new construction homes in master-planned communities. Architectural styles vary, though traditional aesthetics are common.

Pearland homes typically feature 3- to 4-bedroom, 2-story floor plans. The most expensive real estate in the area can feature more than 5 bedrooms. Home sizes range from 1,400 to more than 5,000 square feet.

Lot sizes can be between 6,000 to more than 15,000 square feet.

Master-planned communities in the area can feature a number of amenities, including hike-and-bike trails, golf courses, lakes, pools, and parks. There are a few golf course communities (Green Tee Terrace, Silverlake, and Silvercreek) in the city.

Homes in these communities tend to be more expensive, though are still relatively affordable.

Pricing for homes in the city start at around $80,000. The most expensive Pearland real estate can go for more than $1,000,000.


Pearland Townhomes Sale Trends


Pearland townhomes are typically located within master-planned communities. Green Tee Terrace, a golf course community, features some townhome units.

These townhomes were built in the mid-1970s, and have since been updated and carefully maintained. Pearland townhomes can feature 2 to 3 bedrooms, spread across an average of 2,000 square feet of living space.

Lots are smaller compared to their single-family home counterparts. Sizes range from 1,000 to about 4,000 square feet.

Prices for Pearland townhomes for sale can range from $100,000 to about $250,000.


Pearland Condo Sale Trends


There are no mid- or high-rise Pearland condos for sale, but plenty of units are available within Houston’s Inner Loop.

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


Pearland TX History


Like Katy, Pearland’s roots can be traced back to a railroad.

In 1861, the Houston, Tap and Brazoria Railroad Company (HT & BRR) applied for a land grant in what is now a thriving, mostly residential city. After the Civil War, the railroad was left in such a bad shape that it was abandoned. Ownership changed hands a few times, until the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad Company secured the rights to the tracks.

The area now known as Pearland used to be called “Mark Belt”, named for a local landowner.

In 1892, Polish nobleman Withold von Zychlinski bought a large parcel of land and set up a town site on both sides of the train tracks. To further promote the area’s home sites, fruit trees were planted around the area. By 1894, “Pear-Land” was officially platted.

Today, Pearland is home to more than 100,000 residents. About 80 percent of the city is residential, with a number of master-planned communities within its borders.


Fun Things To Do Near Pearland


Pearland is about 80% residential, and it has a whole range of retail, entertainment, and outdoor activity venues available within its borders.

It has several retail centers, including the Pearland Town Center, a 1.1-million square foot lifestyle center. It opened in 2008, and its anchor stores include Barnes and Noble, Dillard’s, Macy’s, and Sports Authority.

Other retail centers in the area include those within or nearby Pearland’s many master-planned communities: Shadow Creek Town Center, Silverlake Village Shopping Center, and the Shadow Creek Market Place.

Green spaces, parks, and golf courses abound in the city. It has three golf clubs: Southwyck Golf Club, Pearland Golf Club at Country Place, and Golfcrest Country Club.

Southwyck, located at 2901 Clubhouse Drive, features 18 holes over 6,914 yards. Pearland Golf Club at 3123 Flower Field Lane, on the other hand, features 18 holes over 6,802 yards. Both courses have a par of 72.

One of Houston’s oldest country clubs, Golfcrest at 2509 Country Club Drive, was previously located in Houston. In 1971, it moved to its current location. Architect Joseph S. Finger was commissioned to design the new 6,900-yard course. Club amenities include the championship course, swimming pools, tennis courts, and dining and events facilities.

Here are some of Pearland, Texas must-visit places:

Dining
Retail
Nightlife
Groceries
Golf
Parks and Recreation

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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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