Whether you are just coming to visit or you have made your home in Spring TX, a place you will want to discover is Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. It is located between 1960 and Cypresswood and Aldine Westfield a short 10 minute drive off of I45. I discovered the Mercer Arboretum a couple of years ago. My parents were coming to visit me in Spring TX and I needed to find some points of interest that were close by. Since my father is a Master Gardener, I knew anyplace that had a lot of gardens would certainly be a place he would enjoy. Mercer Arboretum has a picnic table, trail, and playground just across the street from the entrance. We packed a lunch and had a peaceful picnic underneath the trees.   After lunch we proceeded across the street to enjoy the Botanic Gardens. Much to our... 09/22/2007

Houston TX and its surrounding areas including Spring TX have a no zoning ordinance. Zoning is when a community defines the type of real estate that may exist whether that be single family residential, multi-family residential, or commercial. No zoning ordinances allow the market to determine the type of real estate. In Spring TX, we still have ample vacant land available just waiting to be purchased by a developer to create a new subdivision or a new strip mall. During your decision to purchase a single family home in Spring TX you need to pay careful attention to your surroundings. The unknown will negatively impact the resale value of your home. Sometimes its impact will be as much as heavy street noise, commercial building, cell phone towers, water plants, and apartment buildings. T... 09/22/2007

SPRING TX REAL ESTATE: LOUETTA LAKESLouetta Lakes and Louetta Lakes West is a wonderful community of 402 homes in Spring TX. The homes range in price from $150,000 to $300,000. The homes were built between 2003 and 2007 by Pulte Homes and J. Patrick Homes. Louetta Lakes is conveniently located 1.5 miles from interstate 45. Its location makes it convenient for people to still have a manageable 45 minute commute to the Medical Center, 35 minute commute to downtown Houston, 20 minute commute to Greenspoint, or a 15 minute commute to the Woodlands. Home Depot, Lowes, Super Target, Super Walmart, and Kroger are all within 2 miles. The children attend the highly acclaimed Klein school district and bus service is provided to the community. Located in the community is a 4+ acre lake stocked wit... 09/20/2007

KLEIN SCHOOL DISTRICTThe Klein school district in Spring TX is forming planning committees to analyze its needs for a bond referendum expected to be called in 2008. Klein school district currently has 43,000 students enrolled and the projections are for an additional 18,000 to 22,000 students to be seeking education in Klein schools within 10 years. To support this level of growth the school district will need to build 10 elementary, three intermediate, and two high schools in Spring TX. Jill Wente - for all your Spring TX Real Estate needsRealtor(281) 804-8626jwente@garygreene.comSpring TX Real Estate Blog Spring TX Real Estate 09/20/2007

 The Master Planned Community of Imperial Oaks is located on Rayford Rd. East of I-45.  You will find homes priced from just under $100,000 up to about $400,000 in the gated section.  There is still new construction under way in the community starting at about the $150,000 mark.  Some of the current builders are Perry, David Weekley, Plantation, Lindenwood and more.Imperial Oaks has several common areas such as a splash pad, several parks, pools and trails for families.  You will also find an on site Elementary School for the young children of the community to attend.The Real Estate Market in Imperial Oaks is still going well with the price ranges of inventory available spread out.        Currently Active on Market       Currently Pending     Sold Properties in AugustUnder $100,000     ... 09/14/2007

 Auburn Lakes continues to be one of the best kept secrets in the Spring and Woodlands area of Harris County as they continue build out the Community.  You will find homes starting around the $180's, Gated Patio Homes starting in the $280's with Golf Course Lots all the way up to the Estates section with homes available up to $900's.  The Community Center is finished and construction is still flourishing with new sections about to open.  Keep in mind that these statistics will only be homes followed by MLS and not Dirt Builds-New Construction homes currently under way.       Currently Active on Market       Currently Pending   Sold Properties in AugustUnder $250,000                  4                 2                    0$251,000-$350,000                  3                 1           ... 09/14/2007

This year's Pet Fest will be held on October 13th and 14th.  There will be many family activities as well as pets available for adoption. This is a great way for area Rescue Organizations to let the general public know who they are and what they dog.For more info, visit:  http://www.geocities.com/petfest2006/ 08/26/2007

  Londonderry is located in Spring TX in Northwest Harris County off of Kuykendah, with easy access to the Woodlands. Londonderry has around 450 homes.  Homes were built in the late 1970's and early 1980's then again in the middle 1990's to the early 2000's.  There are towering pines and hardwoods throughout the subdivision.  The subdivision has some great amenities. There is a community center with an Olympic size swimming pool, playground, tennis courts and a small pond behind the clubhouse     Active - 16 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 1.617 3 2/0 2 $ 92,900 $41.20 5 Avg 2,259 4 2/1 2 $ 134,556 $59.56 91 Max 2,887 4 2/1 2 $ 183,799 $69.62 327   Pending - 3 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Da... 08/25/2007

Coventry in Spring TX Market Report Coventry is located in Northwest Harris County in Spring TX.  It is conviently located just south of the Woodlands off of Kuykendah,  5 minutes from Sterling Ridge Shopping Center.  Coventry is within walking distrance from Augusta Pines Golf Club.  Coventry is a small subdivision with approximatly 300 homes.  Current sale prices range from $126,500 to $188,000.  The majority of the homes were built in the mid 1990's to early 2000's.  There are towering pines and hardwoods throughout the subdivision.   Active - 5 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 2,103 3 2/0 2 $ 129,900 $48.62 22 Avg 2,390 4 2/1 2 $ 149,520 $62.56 54 Max 2,778 4 2/1 3 $ 175,000 $68.92 124   Pending - 3 Properties Found   Square Fe... 08/25/2007

Londonderry is a subdivision located in Spring TX in Northwest Harris County off of Kuykendahl; with easy access to the Woodlands. The homes were built in the late 1970’s and 1980’s and then there are also sections that were built in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. With around 450 homes in the subdivision there is a wide range of architecture. Most of the subdivision is heavily wooded with towering pines and large hardwoods. Recent sale prices range from the low 100’s to over $160,000. Square footage ranges from 1500 up to 3000 square feet. The subdivision is in the highly acclaimed Klein Independent School District. The subdivision has some great amenities. There is a community center with an Olympic size swimming pool, playground, tennis courts and a small pond behind the clubhouse.... 08/19/2007

  Gleannloch Farms is a 2,100 acre premier master planned community located in Spring tX.  It is conviently located off of Spring Cypress with easy access to State Highway 249. Home prices range from $140,000 to estate homes priced in the millions.  If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Gleannloch Farms, please contact me today. Active - 94 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 1660 3 2 2 $ 159,900 $73.77 1 Avg 3430 4 3/1 3 $ 363,366 $107.40 70 Max 11,369 7 6/3 7 $ 3,850,000 $337.19 287   Pending - 48 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 1604 3 2 2 $ 139,900 $74.26 2 Avg 3155 4 3/1 3 $ 262,696 $96,93 85 Max 5665 5 4/1 3 $ 950,000 $180.61 409   Closed - 142 Properties Found  Februar... 08/11/2007

Windrose Market Report Windrose is a master planned community in Spring TX.  It is located right off of Kuykendahl and 2920 with easy access to I-45, the Beltway and SH 249.  It sprawls over an area of 1121 acres of land and has approximately 2000 homes.   Home prices range from $155,000 to $900,000.  If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Windrose, please contact me today.    Active - 62 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 1806 2 2 2 $ 244,900 $60.59 1 Avg 3410 4 3/1 3 $ 325,024 $95.31 75 Max 6500 6 6/2 4 $ 925,000 $153.07 297   Pending - 24 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 1955 2 2 2 $ 244,900 $66.93 16 Avg 2915 4 3/1 3 $ 262,696 $89.07 92 Max 5665 6 4/1 4 $ 925,000 $132.95... 07/08/2007

  Enjoy a southern lifestyle at Augusta Pines located in Spring TX  There is something for everyone in this golf course community located about 30 minutes from Houston.  Homes range in price from $200,000 to over a million.   If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Augusta Pines, please contact me today. Active - 44 Properties Found   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price LP:SF Days on Market Min 2550 3 2/1 2 $ 244,900 $81.61 2 Avg 3979 4 3/1 3 $ 519,222 $130.49 175 Max 6734 6 6/1 4 $ 1,399,900 $208.87 545   Closed - 27 Properties Found  January 1, 2007 to June 30, 2007   Square Feet Bedrooms Baths Gar # List Price Sale Price SP:SF% Days on Market Min 2,424 3 2/1 2 $ 254,900 $ 235,000 $89.97 0 Avg 3826 4 3/1 3 $ 439,297 $ 437,523 $114.36 190 Max 6,698 5 5/1 4 $ 785,000 $ 790,0... 07/06/2007

  I often get request asking to be set up for home searches for subdivisions that do not have homeowner's associations.  Since we don't have zoning in the Houston area when there are also no deed restrictions you get a little bit of everything.  I decided to take some pictures in a subdivision here in Spring that is unrestricted.  These pictures were taken in Mossy Oaks and are in the order that I saw the homes.  This is a small subdivision and does not have a big turnover.  There is only one home presently on the market and the asking price is $149,000.  In the past year there have been 4 sales and they have ranged in price from $110,000 to $209,000.  This is a perfect place for people who want to start a business in their home or just don't want to be bothered by having to deal with h... 07/02/2007

Spring (TX) is an unincorporated community located within the jurisdiction of Houston in northern Harris County, Texas and southern Montgomery County, Texas. The population of Spring was 36,385 as of the 2000 census.If you are looking for real estate or a new home in Spring, Texas, you will find the Harris County website to be very helpful.For example, you can find an online application for a Harris County Alarm Permit.  Or, you can just skip the alarm altogether and just get a big dog from Heidelberg German Shepards in Spring.The county website also has a really neat feature that allows you to search the Harris County Public Library.  Once you find a book, you can "request" the book online, by inputting your library card number and your pin.  Then just go pick up your book.  What a nea... 06/18/2007

Spring, TxHave you ever heard of Spring, Texas? Well if not let me tell you a little about Spring, Texas. It is an unincorporated area, this means it is not a city in general terms. Located just 20 miles north of Houston it allows for the country living so many people are looking for, with a close proximity to a major metropolitan area.When ever I visit Texas I love to shop and Spring, Texas has a great area called Old Spring Texas that is full of unique shops and ready for the locals and visitors alike. Spring, TX has so much more than shopping though and Marchel has got you covered with Recreation and Reloacation information.Spring, Tx Real Estate Spring, Tx Real Estate offers a mix of choices from new construction, resale homes and much more. Marchel Peterson is my favorite agent in ... 06/06/2007

 Marchel Peterson, is an e-PRO Realtor from Spring, TX and an agent with results. Spring, TXis located about 20 minutes N. of Houston, TX. It is close enough to enjoy all the benefits of living in a big city, but far enough away to enjoy the beautiful country side.There is a lot of fun things to do in Spring, Tx. Old Town Spring is a restored railroad village that has crafts, antiques, restaurants and arts and crafts. Splash Town Water Park is a 46 acre water-park, where you can enjoy the enormous wave pools and the waterfall on Shot Gun Falls or just splash around in the Blue Lagoon.Finally, the Spring, TX historical museum is full of old photos and memorabilia.Thinking of a visit or considering moving to Spring, Tx, you and search all the homes available from Marchel Petersons website... 05/21/2007

Spring, TXMarchel Peterson has lived in Spring,TX for 10 years and her love of the area is obvious.  Located about 20 miles north of Houston you will find many golf course communities, including Gleannloch Farms, Augusta Pines, and Northampton.  When you are ready to begin your search for your home in Spring, TX, Marchel has the search tool for you!  If you want to make sure you don't miss out on a home, sign up for Marchel's automatic home search notification. If you have any questions about the home buying process, Marchel has a page of resources to help you purchase your home in Spring, TX. When you are ready to sell your Spring, TX home, have Marchel prepare a comparative market analysis for you. Then check out Marchel's seller's resource page for additional information.  Marchel Pe... 05/20/2007

  Memorial Northwest in Spring TX is conveniently located between Louetta and Spring Cypress road in Northwest Harris County.  With the convenience to State Hwy 249 you have quick access to Beltway 8.  It is only about 20 to 30 minutes from Houston.  With around 2300 homes it is a large subdivision.  It has been in existence since the early 70's and has homes built through 2003.  With the oversized yards and majestic trees it is truly a beautiful community.      You will find a lot of different types of architecture in this community.  Whether you like a traditional home, English Tudor or French provincial it is all here.  If you are looking for a community that goes beyond the cookie cutter look this is the community for you.      Recent sale prices are between $130,000 to $375,000; wi... 05/18/2007

Tucked away in the tall pines of Spring in Northwest Houston, you'll discover a lovely community known for it's unique look, active community, and attention to the preservation of nature's beauty. Gleannloch Farms is a masterplanned community in Spring that includes many amenities residents enjoy each year, including 41 acres of lakes, a 27-hole golf course, hiking and bike trails, and even canoes to enjoy along with catch and release fishing. Gleannloch Farms even features an equestrian center complete with arenas and paddocks, white tall fences, and majestic trees to provide the reminiscent feel that Gleannloch Farms was known for back in the 1950's. Did you know that Gleannloch Farms was known for it's Egyptian Arabian horses? Gleannloch Farms is located within the Klein Independent ... 05/10/2007