Telfair Real Estate Guide

Telfair homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Telfair is a multi-award-winning development from Newland Communities located in Sugar Land, one of Houston’s Best Suburbs. The mixed-use master-planned community is also one of the Best Neighborhoods in Sugar Land.

Telfair neighborhood showcases:

• ACTIVE LIFESTYLE AMENITIES: Telfair devotes around 300 acres to community amenities like lakes, trails, greenbelts, and neighborhood parks. Three recreation centers with various sports and other outdoor facilities are also available.

• THE TELFAIR CENTRAL HALL: The 9,545-square-foot Telfair Central Hall is a multi-purpose hub. It has 3 rooms, an event hall, and a fitness center. The Central complex also features 3 tennis courts, a canoe launch, and a swimming pool.

• BUSTLING BUSINESS AND EMPLOYMENT CENTERS: Telfair’s commercial area along University Boulevard and Highway 59 is home to Texas Instruments, Fluor, and Group One Automotive, among others.

• PLENTY OF RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT NEARBY: Retail and entertainment are available minutes from Telfair homes. Key retail centers like First Colony Mall and Sugar Land Town Square are within a few miles. Adding to the list, Town Center Square and Riverpark Shopping Center are just five minutes away from the community.

• EXCELLENT ACCESSIBILITY: Telfair is located along and near several main roads. This includes US 90 Alt, Highway 6, Highway 59 (Southwest Freeway), and Grand Parkway. University Boulevard and New Territory Boulevard run through the community.

• CENTRAL LOCATION: The master-planned community is nestled within Sugar Land, one of Forbes‘ Top Suburbs To Live Well in the Houston area. Telfair homes have excellent access to retail, entertainment, and employment centers. Sugar Land Regional Airport is just north of the neighborhood.

• AWARD-WINNING SCHOOLS: Telfair homes are zoned to Fort Bend ISD schools. The Texas Education Agency gave the district a “Recognized” rating. The FBISD was named a National School District of Character as well. Award-winning Fort Settlement Middle School and Clements High School serve the community. Apart from that, Cornerstone Elementary School is also located within the community.

Buying or selling real estate in Telfair can be challenging due to several factors, including low inventories. The community also has some restrictions, so it may put a snag in any exterior modifications or renovations you may want to do in the long run.

To get personal advice on buying or selling in the Telfair 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. Telfair Home Sale Trends
2. Telfair Best Realtor Insights
3. Telfair Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Telfair Schools
5. Telfair Real Estate Market

Telfair Home Sale Trends

Telfair is a 2,018-acre neighborhood in Sugar Land, one of Houston's best suburbs. This master-planned community is accessible by major roads and is close to offices, shops, and parks in the area.

Telfair is highly coveted for its:

• CENTRAL LOCATION: Telfair sits along and near major roads, including US 90 Alt, Highway 6, Highway 59 (Southwest Freeway), and Grand Parkway. The Sugar Land Regional Airport is north of the neighborhood.

• LIFESTYLE AMENITIES: Residents can use community amenities for sports and outdoor activities. There are also 300 acres of lakes, trails, and neighborhood parks to enjoy.

• BUSTLING BUSINESS & EMPLOYMENT HUBS: Telfair’s commercial area is along University Boulevard and Highway 59. Flour, Champion X, and Schlumberger are only some of the major employers in the area.

• NEARBY RETAIL & ENTERTAINMENT: Key retail centers are within a couple of miles of the community. Homeowners can shop, dine, and unwind at nearby malls like First Colony Mall or Town Center Square.

Telfair broke ground in 2015. It is a multi-use development featuring homes by reputable builders such as Beazer, David Weekley, and Taylor Morrison.

Telfair Best Realtor Insights

The neighborhood is an award-winning development by Newland Communities.

• Telfair is a mixed-use master-planned community. It has 300 acres devoted to parks, trails, and lakes.

• Telfair is conveniently located by Highway 6, Highway 59 (Southwest Freeway, US 90 Alt, and Grand Parkway. North of the neighborhood is Sugar Land Regional Airport.

• Telfair is one of the Greater Houston Builder’s Association’s Communities of the Year. It is part of Forbes’ “Top Suburbs To Live Well” in Houston.

• Telfair is zoned to Fort Bend Independent School District. The district houses National Blue Ribbon recipient Fort Settlement Middle School.

• Telfair is close to the district’s major employers. Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital, Fluor, and Schlumberger are only a few minutes away.

• Telfair real estate appreciation rates in the last ten years are some of the best in the area.

• Telfair residents are free to use its many community amenities. These include a multi-purpose hub, a swimming pool, a canoe launch, and tennis courts.

• Telfair is minutes from the area’s shops, malls, and restaurants. Retail Centers like Sugar Land Town Square and First Colony mall are within a few miles of the community.

• Home sizes in Telfair range from 2,800 to 4,700 square feet. Lot sizes are typically from 8,000 to 10,000 square feet.

• Prices for Telfair homes are between $570,000 and more than $950,000.

Telfair Maps, Location & Zip Code

Telfair Schools

Homes within Telfair are zoned to Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD).

Fort Bend ISD covers Richmond, Meadows Place, Pearland, Sugar Land, and some areas of Houston. It is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency and carries a "Recognized" rating. The FBISD was selected as a National School District of Character by the National District of Character Board.

The Texas Association of School Boards also awarded the FBISD Bus System the Excellence Award.

Elementary Schools

• Cornerstone Elementary School at 1800 Chatham Ave. The school is dedicated to excellence for every student. The Texas Education Board (TEB) gave the school an Excellent rating, scoring 97. Their programs seek to develop strong character and leadership skills.

• Commonwealth Elementary School at 4909 Commonwealth Blvd. The school aims to inspire character, wisdom, and excellence in its students. It has a high score of 98 and is ranked Excellent by the TEB. Their Science, Mathematics, and Reading/ELA programs garnered distinction designations.

• Colony Meadows Elementary School at 4510 Sweetwater Blvd. The school seeks to help students take ownership of their learning. It has an Excellent rating from the TEB, with a scaled score of 96. They are guided by "TIGERS" Values: Teamwork, Integrity, Goal Setting, Empathy, Responsibility, and Safety.

Middle Schools

• Fort Settlement Middle School at 5440 Elkins Rd. (National Blue Ribbon School, National School of Character) Students are encouraged to become the leaders of tomorrow. The school earned distinction designations for almost all its academic programs. It also received the Mark of Excellence for its Fine Arts programs.

• Santartia Middle School at 8125 Homeward Way. Named after a Karankawa Indian word, the school is a reminder of early Texan history. It seeks to develop compassion and collaboration in its students. The TEB gave Sartartia Middle School a scaled score of 96, earning it an Excellent rating.

High Schools

• Clements High School at 4200 Elkins Dr. The school engages its students in learning experiences that are modern and relevant. With a score of 93, the school garnered an Excellent rating from the TEB. It earns the College Success Award yearly for preparing its students well.

To find an updated listing of all Telfair 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 Telfair 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.

Telfair Real Estate Market

Telfair Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Telfair has around 2,800 single-family homes. It has a mix of patios, single-family homes, and lakefront estates.

Built between 2006 and 2013, Telfair homes offer 3 to 5 bedrooms with 2 to 5 full baths. One- and two-story floor plans are available in the community.

Telfair's home sizes range from 2,000 to over 5,000 square feet. Lot sizes are between 5,000 and 17,000 square feet.

Common features include covered patios, media/game rooms, and outdoor spaces. Architectural styles are a mix of Traditional, Contemporary/Modern, and Mediterranean influences. Exteriors vary from brick and wood, brick veneer and stone, and stucco.

Luxury waterfront properties and estate-style villas are available in Telfair. These can feature as many as 6 bedrooms with 6 full and 1 half bath. Sprawling lots, spacious interiors, oversized garages, and high ceilings are common features. Some homes have add-ons like greens, outdoor fireplaces, fountains, and two-story patios.

Prices for Telfair homes for sale can start at around $350,000. Luxury Telfair real estate can fetch price tags of over $1,500,000.

Telfair Townhomes Sale Trends

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

The Houston Properties Team are experts in Telfair 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.

Telfair Condo Sale Trends

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

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 Telfair 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.

Telfair TX History

The 2,018-acre parcel where Telfair now sits used to be part of the Imperial State Prison Farm. The prison plantation, later known as Central Unit, opened in 1908. Newland Communities procured the property in 2002.

The developer decided to restore the old dormitory, called Two Camp, on the property. The restored 43,000-square foot Greek Revival building now houses the Houston Museum of Natural Sciences Sugar Land.

Telfair broke ground in 2005. The development garnered several awards over the years. Three of these are from the reputed Houston Business Journal. Telfair was also named Community of the Year by the Greater Houston Builders Association.

Several reputable builders signed up to construct homes in Telfair. These include Beazer, David Weekley, Highland, Meritage, Newmark, Partners In Building, Perry, Ryland, Trendmaker, and Taylor Morrison.

Telfair has been a great addition to Fort Bend County since its opening in 2006. It was one of the top-selling new construction master-planned communities in the area.

Today, the community is home to over 2,500 homes. It has a bustling commercial area and several community amenities.

Fun Things To Do Near Telfair

Telfair devotes 300 acres of space to community amenities. There are 3 rec centers, playgrounds, swimming pools, sand volleyball courts, sports fields, and tennis courts on the property.

The community also features around 70 acres of lakes and park areas. Trails line the shores of the community’s many lakes.

Another feature, the Telfair Central Hall, is a 9,545-square-foot recreation center. It has ample space for events, yoga classes, and other functions.

Central Hall also features a fitness center with even more amenities. It houses tennis courts, a canoe launch, and a swimming center (with a pool, slides, splash pads, and a zero-entry wading area).

Meanwhile, Jurgensen Recreation Center offers a swimming pool and a play area for children. Palmetto House is only available for residents of patio sections 28, 29, and 30.

Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land used to be the Main Unit of the Central State Prison Farm. Its permanent exhibitions include Life Science, Earth Science, Space Science, Hall of Paleontology, and Discovery Works. The museum opened in 2009 and sits along University Boulevard.

There are a few dining and other commercial establishments within Telfair. For more options, residents don’t have to drive very far.
First Colony Mall, Town Center Square, Sugar Land Town Square, and Riverpark Shopping Center are all a few minutes away.

Dining

• Cooking Girl
• Nikoz Fusion Grill
• Guru Burgers & Crepes
• Jupiter Pizza & Waffle Co.
• Nirmanz Food Boutique
• Bonchon Sugar Land
• Piada Italian Street Food
• Sleek Chocolatier & Cafe
• Pacific Coast Tacos

Community Amenities

• Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land
• Telfair Central Hall
• Telfair Community Park
• Jurgensen Recreation Center
• Telfair Lake

Retail Centers

• Town Center Square
• First Colony Mall
• Sweetwater Plaza
• Sugar Land Town Square
• Missouri City Shopping Center
• Riverpark Shopping Center
• Colony Square

Nightlife

• The Roof
• Bar Louie
• Imperial Cigar & Lounge
• Vino & Vinyl
• Brick House Tavern + Tap

Groceries

• H-E-B
• Kroger
• Whole Foods Market
• Telfair Spices
• Keemat Grocers
• Randall’s
• Spice Bazaar

Best Telfair 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.