Towne Lake Real Estate Guide

Towne Lake homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Towne Lake is a master-planned community located in northwest Houston. It is within the verdant Cypress-Fairbanks area, tucked south of US 290 (Northwest Freeway). Towne Lake has other new construction communities nearby, including Bridgeland and Cypress Creek Lakes.

Towne Lake is popular thanks to its:

• RECREATIONAL LAKE: Developed by Caldwell Companies, Towne Lake features the 4th largest private recreational lake in the Greater Houston Area. The 300-acre lake offers about 14 miles of shoreline and is stocked with largemouth bass, white crappie, and sunfish.

• WATERFRONT ATTRACTIONS: Towne Lake’s master plan includes waterfront attractions, including a marina. Other attractions include dining and shopping options, parks, fitness centers, and hiking and biking trails. The 5,000-square-foot community center on the water offers a variety of amenities.

• TOP-RATED SCHOOLS: Towne Lake homes are zoned to the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD). Some of the top schools nearby include Cypress Ranch High School and Anthony Middle School. The community has 2 on-site schools, Postma Elementary and Rennell Elementary.

• ESTABLISHED BUILDERS: Several builders offer homes in the area, including Chesmar Homes, Highland Homes, Coventry, Plantation Homes, Ryland Homes, and David Weekly.

• CUSTOM-BUILT HOUSES: Mike Harrison, Morning Star Builders, and Brickland offer Towne Lake custom-built homes. New construction custom-built homes are typically more expensive, ranging from $700,000 to more than $1M.

Towne Lake real estate can be tricky to navigate due to its wide variety of home types (some are difficult to value appropriately) and rising property values. It is best to contact the best Towne Lake real estate agent, an expert in the neighborhood.

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

Towne Lake Home Sale Trends

Towne Lake is one of the Best Master-Planned Communities in northwest Houston, within the verdant Cypress-Fairbanks area.

This sprawling community is known for its:

• LARGE PRIVATE LAKE: Towne Lake features the 4th largest recreational lake in the Greater Houston Area. This 300-acre lake covers about 14 miles of shoreline.

• VARIETY OF AMENITIES: Residents have immediate access to the various amenities of the lake via the community’s coves, waterways, and nature trails. These amenities include free pontoon boat tours, a slalom water skiing course, and a Towne Lake boardwalk.

• TOP SCHOOL RANKINGS: Towne Lake is zoned to some of the Best Schools in Houston. Some notable schools are Rennell Elementary School, Anthony Middle School, and Cypress Ranch High School.

Towne Lake features over 3,000 homes that vary in style, size, and price points.

Towne Lake Best Realtor Insights

Towne Lake is west of Highway 6 and east of Highway 99 (Grand Parkway).

• Towne Lake features the 4th largest private recreational lake in the Greater Houston Area, developed by Caldwell Companies.

• The community opened in 2007, with development done in phases.

• Towne Lake has other new construction communities nearby, including Bridgeland and Cypress Creek Lakes.

• Towne Lake’s prototype includes waterfront attractions, including a marina, dining and shopping options, parks, fitness centers, and hike and bike trails.

• The 5,000-square-foot recreation center on the water offers a variety of amenities, like a town center and office spaces.

• Towne Lake homes are zoned to the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD). The community has 2 on-site schools, Postma Elementary and Rennell Elementary.

• Various builders offer homes in the area, including Chesmar Homes, Highland Homes, Coventry, Plantation Homes, Ryland Homes, and David Weekly.

• Pride with the excellent Cy-Fair ISD’s Cypress Ranch High School, Anthony Middle School, Rennell Elementary School, and Postma Elementary School.

• Towne Lake homes for sale vary in styles, size, and price points. The standard home can highlight floor plans starting at just below $300,000.

• Towne Lake homes for sale are usually priced between $250,000 to over $1,000,000.

Towne Lake Maps, Location & Zip Code

Towne Lake Schools

Towne Lake homes are zoned to the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD).

Postma Elementary School, Rennell Elementary School, and Cypress Ranch High School are some of the Top-Rated Schools in the Greater Houston area.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary Schools

• Rennell Elementary School at 19500 Tuckerton Blvd. Rennell Elementary opened its doors in 2010. The school serves Pre-K to Grade 5 students and offers Club Rewind and Summer Camps. The school has a horizon gifted and talented program.

• Postma Elementary School at 18425 West Rd. Postma Elementary started classes in 2006. It has a school rating of 8/10, according to GreatSchools.org. Postma is known for developing critical thinking skills for all students through the courses offered.

Middle School

• Anthony Middle School at 10215 Greenhouse Rd. Anthony Middle School, located in Cypress Houston, was established in 2014. It is a highly-rated middle public school that offers clubs such as Mock UN, Science Olympiad, and Student Council (STUCO).

High School

• Cypress Ranch High School at 10700 Fry Rd. Cypress Ranch High is a 130-acre multi-campus site with a repeat Cypress-Woods High School design. Clubs and organizations at Cypress include No Place for Hate, One Step Project, and Young Ladies of Positive Action. The school offers sports programs like baseball, tennis, wrestling, basketball, soccer, and golf.

Towne Lake Private Schools

The following are some of the notable private schools near Towne Lake:

• The Nest Schools at 17721 Lakecrest View Dr.

• Lycee Montessori School - Cypress at 8330 Fry Rd.

• Silverline Montessori School - Cypress at 18434 Cypress North Houston Rd.

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

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

Towne Lake Real Estate Market

Towne Lake Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Towne Lake is a single-family home development by Caldwell Companies. It is done in phases, featuring about 3,200 homes.

Towne Lake homes feature big lot sizes ranging from 3,500 square feet to 32,000 square feet with 1-2 story floor plans. Most houses have traditional designs, yet Mediterranean styles are available with 3-6 beds and 2-6 baths.

Chesmar Homes, Highland Homes, Coventry, Plantation Homes, Ryland Homes, and David Weekly are several established builders who offer homes in the area. Custom builders also offer homes like Mike Harrison, Morning Star Builders, and Brickland.

Prices for single-family homes generally start between $300,000 to around $2,000,000. The most expensive homes in the neighborhood can sell for more than $ 2,300,000.

Towne Lake Townhome Sales Trends

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

The Houston Properties Team is an expert in Towne Lake 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.

Towne Lake Condo Sale Trends

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

Several condo buildings are located in the Galleria, including:

• Montebello Houston Condo

• Astoria Houston Condo

• Cosmopolitan Houston Condo

• Highland Tower Houston

• Villa D’Este Condo

• Four Leaf Towers Houston

To see other condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the 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 is an expert in Towne Lake 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.

Towne Lake TX History

Towne Lake is under a larger neighborhood, Cypress. In the 1980s, Cypress, the rural area, was developed and transformed into one of the largest suburban communities in Houston.

The first settlers in the area were the Atakapa and Akokisa Indian tribes. Soon after, in the 1840s, they disappeared due to European settlers appearing in the area.

Caldwell Companies developed Towne Lake in phases and soon opened in 2007.

Fun Things To Do Near Towne Lake

Towne Lake is the 4th largest private recreational lake in Greater Houston. The 5,000-square-foot community center on the water offers a variety of amenities.

The master-planned community includes waterfront attractions, including a marina, parks, fitness centers, and hike and bike trails.

Here are some of the best places to visit in and around Towne Lake:

Run/Bike/Hike Trails

• Harris County Deputy Darren Goforth Park
• Towne Square Park
• Oak Meadow Park
• Lakeland Village Park
• Coles Park
• Towne Lake Memorial Park
• John Redgrave Park
• Richard & Meg Weekley Park
• Riata Ranch Park
• Dragonfly Park-Gym

Dining

• Local Table
• Ambriza
• Texas Mesquite Grill
• Marvino’s Italian Steakhouse
• Frio Grill
• Thai Chefs Restaurant
• Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
• Dario’s
• Newk’s Eatery
• Nyam Nyam Cafe
• Galiana’s Tex Mex

Retail

• Ross Dress for Less
• Papaya Clothing
• Marshalls & HomeGoods
• Express Factory Outlet
• Forever 21
• The Royal Standard
• JCPenney
• Aéropostale
• Walmart Supercenter
• Levi’s Outlet Store

Nightlife

• Mo’s Irish Pub
• Murdoch’s Backyard Pub
• Masones Bar and Grill
• Uncle Albert’s Pub
• LT’s Sports Bar & Grill
• Wolfies
• Scary Canary Pub
• Pennison’s Sports Pub
• Mac’s Sports Bar-N-Grill
• Sam’s Boat

Groceries

• Kroger
• Walmart Neighborhood Market
• H-E-B
• Fiesta Mart
• Ca Mau Food Market
• Hira Halal Meat & Groceries
• Organic Grocery Store
• Walmart Supercenter
• Food Town

Best Towne Lake 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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