First Colony Real Estate Guide

First Colony homes for sale & insider real estate guide

First Colony is a master-planned community within the southern portion of Sugar Land. The community overlapping Missouri City is home to over 61 subdivisions.

First Colony features some of the best suburban homes thanks to its:

• TOP-RANKED NEIGHBORHOOD: First Colony is located in one of the Top Suburbs to Live Well in the Houston area. This is based on accessibility, amenities, schools, and overall livability. CNN/Money and Money Magazine also list the master-planned community’s location as one of the “Best Cities to Live in the United States”.

• GREAT COMMUNITIES: First Colony has over 61 subdivisions featuring upscale neighborhoods and golf course communities. This includes Sweetwater Estates, a luxury gated community built around the Sweetwater Country Club Golf Course.

• UNIQUE CITYSCAPE: First Colony is known for its strict zoning and deed restrictions. It is also famous for its architectural controls for residential and commercial areas. Businesses must comply with requirements such as brick-covered exteriors. Stores should have approved signages (no neon or LED signs). Business owners should also ensure the maintenance of cleanliness and landscaping.

• MIXED ARCHITECTURE: First Colony homes are mostly done in traditional architectural styles. There are also several contemporary and modern homes in the area. Homes in the area are available in several distinctly unique floor plans with up to 6 bedrooms. There are custom estates, luxury homes, townhome communities, and apartment complexes in the area.

• EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: First Colony homes are zoned to some of Houston’s Best Schools. The list includes the high-ranking First Colony Middle School and Clements High School. The community's homes are zoned to the Fort Bend Independent School District. Notable private schools in the area include The Walden School, Faith Lutheran School, and Riverbend Montessori.

• DINING, RETAIL & OUTDOOR RECREATION: Several highly rated Yelp restaurants and shops are located in and around First Colony. The master-planned community also features the First Colony Mall. Residents get to enjoy 11 clubhouses with swimming pools, playgrounds, sports facilities, and the Oyster Creek Boathouse. There are also miles of hike-and-bike trails, lakes, and parks within the communities.

First Colony real estate can be challenging to navigate given the area’s number of subdivisions (amenities may be different), diversity of builders (some more superior than others), and flood-prone streets (certain areas are more prone to flooding).

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

“The Houston Properties Team went above and beyond during the home buying and selling process. We first worked with Paige and her team in 2012 and chose to work with them again in 2021. Their knowledge of the market and trends by neighborhood made them trusted advisors and helped us negotiate the best prices. Additionally, they were with us every step of the way to ensure things were as simple and efficient as possible for us. They also have a fabulous list of contractors. We were especially happy with their recommendations for painting walls and refinishing floors before we moved in.” - Jessica Graham (Google Review)

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Table of Contents

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

First Colony Home Sale Trends

First Colony is a master-planned community within the southern portion of Sugar Land. It is home to over 61 subdivisions.

First Colony features some of the best suburban homes thanks to its:

• TOP-RANKED NEIGHBORHOOD: CNN/Money and Money Magazine listed First Colony's location as one of the “Best Cities to Live in the United States”. The community is also located in one of the Top Suburbs to Live Well in the Houston area. This is based upon accessibility, amenities, schools, and overall livability.

• GREAT COMMUNITIES: First Colony has over 61 subdivisions featuring upscale neighborhoods and golf course communities. Some of these include Sweetwater Estates, a luxury gated community.

• UNIQUE CITYSCAPE: First Colony is known for its strict zoning, deed restrictions, and architectural controls for residential and commercial areas.

• EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: First Colony homes are zoned to some of Houston’s Best Schools. The list includes the high-ranking First Colony Middle School and Clements High School.

• DINING, RETAIL & OUTDOOR RECREATION: Several highly rated Yelp restaurants and shops are located in and around First Colony. There are also miles of hike-and-bike trails, lakes, and parks within the communities.

First Colony features the First Colony Mall and the Oyster Creek Boathouse. Residents can enjoy 11 clubhouses with swimming pools, playgrounds, and sports facilities.

First Colony Best Realtor Insights

First Colony is a master-planned neighborhood that is home to over 61 subdivisions. It is also one of the Top Suburbs to Live Well in the Houston region.

• First Colony is a mixed-use master-planned community located in the southern portion of Sugar Land and overlapping Missouri City.

• CNN/Money and Money Magazine list the community’s location as one of the “Best Cities to Live in the US”.

• The residential and commercial areas of First Colony are subject to strict zoning regulations, deed restrictions, and architectural guidelines.

• Several high-rated Yelp restaurants and shops are in and around the First Colony. With miles of hiking and biking trails, it also features Oyster Creek Boathouse, First Colony Mall, and 11 clubhouses.

• The 61 subdivisions feature premium neighborhoods and golf course communities, including Sweetwater Estates, a luxury gated community.

• The largest homeowners association in First Colony is the First Colony Community Association. They uphold deed restrictions to preserve the aesthetic of the tree-lined residential neighborhoods.

• The neighborhood features custom estates, luxury homes, and apartment buildings. Lot sizes range from 4,000 up to 15,000+ square feet with unique floorplans with up to 6 bedrooms.

• The majority of First Colony homes were done in traditional architectural styles. There are also quite a few modern and contemporary homes in the area.

• First Colony homes for sale feature custom estates with formal living and dining areas, high ceilings, and hardwood floors.

• First Colony homes for sale can start from $210,000 up to more than $6 million.

First Colony Maps, Location & Zip Code

First Colony Schools

First Colony homes are zoned to the Fort Bend Independent School District.

Fort Bend ISD was named a National School District of Character and is home to several National Blue Ribbon Schools.

Students in the area may attend Austin Parkway Elementary, First Colony Middle School, and Clements High School. Austin Parkway Elementary and Clements High School both have a 9/10 rating from GreatSchools.Org, while First Colony Middle School has a perfect 10/10 rating.

Elementary Schools

• Wolman Elementary School at 28727 North Firethorne Rd. Established in 2012, the school is located within the Firethorne neighborhood. It was named for husband and wife Ray and Jamie Wolman, both longtime Katy ISD teachers.

Middle Schools

• WoodCreek Junior High School at 1801 Woodcreek Bend Ln. Home of the Timberwolves, WCJH offers various academic programs, including Pre-Advanced Placement, gifted and talented, and ESL (English as a second language). Apart from its academic and athletics programs, WoodCreek Junior High features electives in Spanish, theater arts, orchestra, and family and consumer science, among others.

First Colony Houston Private Schools

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

• The Walden School at 16103 Lexington Boulevard

• Faith Lutheran School at 800 Brooks Street

• Riverbend Montessori at 4225 Elkins Road

To find an updated listing of all First Colony 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 First Colony 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.

First Colony Real Estate Market

First Colony Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Single-family homes have been the primary form of real estate purchased and sold over the past two years.

The First Colony is noteworthy for its stringent residential zoning, deed restrictions, and architectural criteria. These regulations preserve the neighborhood's image through the care of mature trees, sanitation, and landscape design.

Most homes in the First Colony were constructed using conventional architectural styles. The region also has several modern, contemporary, English, French, Mediterranean, Colonial, and Ranch-style residences.

The price range for the most popular single-family homes in the area is between $280,000 and $6,000,000. Prices depend on the property's size, layout, and location.

First Colony Townhome Sales Trends

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

The Houston Properties Team are expert in First Colony 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.

First Colony Condo Sale Trends

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

Several condo buildings are located in the Sugar Land, including:

• City Plaza at Town Square

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 First Colony 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.

First Colony TX History

First Colony was built in 1976 by Sugarland Properties Inc., a partnership between Gerald D. Hines Interests and Stichting Shell Pension Fund.

In 1977, not much was being built in the area. Bill Schadewald, a newbie real estate reporter, claimed to have heard rumors from local sources that "a project so large and at such a distance could succeed."

The neighborhood had a population of 18,327 people living in 5,976 housing units in the 1990 census. It has a reported area of 9.3 square miles (24 km2). As a result, First Colony's Census-Designated Place (CDP) was the 108th most populous municipality in Texas at the time. In the early to mid-1990s, Land incorporated most of Texas Colony within its municipal limits. On December 17, 1991, First Colony Municipal Utility District (MUD) 12 was formed. It comprised 1,064 acres of commercial real estate along Texas Highway.

In the 2000s, one of the few remaining pieces of Land from the First Colony was developed into Sugar Land Town Square. "I think it's safe to say First Colony was a success," Schadewald said in 2011.

Here are some of the First Colony's must-visit places:

Dining

• Los Tios
• Teriyaki Kitchen
• Corelli's Italian Cafe
• La MadColony's

Trails and Parks

• First Colony Trailhead
• Corelli'sws Trails
• Oyster Creek Park
• Brazos Landing Park
• Commonwealth Clubhouse and Park

Groceries and Shopping Centers

• Harbor Freight Tools
• Welfresh Market
• H-E-B
• 99 Ranch Market
• First Colony Mall

Golf Course

• Sweetwater Country Club Golf Course

Best First Colony 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.