Fort Bend County North / Richmond Real Estate Guide

Fort Bend County North / Richmond homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Nestled 45 minutes southwest of Downtown Houston, the small independent city of Richmond is one of the Best Houston Suburbs. The city is also a county seat of Fort Bend. The neighborhood features master-planned communities, great accessibility to several neighborhoods, and historic homes.

Richmond city remains popular thanks to its:

• ACCESSIBILITY: The city sits along US Highway 90 Alternate, where several establishments, shops, and retails are only minutes away from the Richmond residents. The major roadway also connects the city to nearby communities; to the west is the Rosenberg and to the east is the Sugar Land. Other major roads such as the Southwest Freeway and the Grand Parkway are also accessible from the neighborhood.

• MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITY: The master-planned communities of Aliana, Harvest Green, Lakes of Bella Terra, and the Pecan Grove make up the city of Richmond. Each of these communities offers distinct recreational entertainments and amenities, including community farms, fishing ponds, and scenic lakes.

• TOP-PERFORMING SCHOOLS: Zoned to two Independent School Districts, namely the Fort Bend ISD and Lamar ISD, highly-rated schools such as the McNeill Elementary and Austin Elementary serve the Richmond community.

• GREAT OUTDOOR FACILITIES AND AMENITIES: Ideally located near major roadways, the neighborhood has plenty of amenities, including community/outdoor pools, shops, and centers. The Fort Bend Country Club and the Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club offer plenty of outdoor recreational facilities. Residents can also access hiking trails, sports, and playground spaces at many neighborhood parks, including Clay Park, George Park, and Richmond City Park.

Richmond offers various housing options and designs, from ranch styles to waterfront and golf course homes. There are also homes in gated communities available in the area. Due to the community’s popularity, Richmond real estate can be challenging to navigate.

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Fort Bend County North / Richmond Homes For Sale

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Table of Contents

1. Fort Bend County North / Richmond Home Sale Trends
2. Fort Bend County North / Richmond Best Realtor Insights
3. Fort Bend County North / Richmond Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. Fort Bend County North / Richmond Schools
5. Fort Bend County North / Richmond Real Estate Market

Fort Bend County North / Richmond Home Sale Trends

Richmond is a 4.3 sq miles independent city, and a county seat of Fort Bend situated southwest of Downtown. The city comprises several neighborhoods, master-planned communities, and historic homes.

The Richmond city features:

• EXCELLENT LOCATION: Along the city is the US Highway 90 Alternate, which connects the city to nearby communities such as the Rosenberg to the west and Sugar Land to the east. Southwest Freeway and the Grand Parkway are also accessible from the neighborhood.

• MASTER-PLANNED NEIGHBORHOOD: Richmond is made up of several master-planned communities, including Aliana, Harvest Green, Lakes of Bella Terra, and the Pecan Grove. These communities serve unique amenities and entertainment, including farms, fishing ponds, and scenic lakes.

• HIGHLY-RATED SCHOOLS: The Richmond students can attend top-performing schools and are zoned to Fort Bend ISD and Lamar ISD. McNeill Elementary and Austin Elementary serve the community.

• GREAT COMMUNITY AMENITIES: The city residents have access to Fort Bend Country Club and the Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club, where plenty of outdoor recreational facilities are offered. Hiking trails, sports, playgrounds, and picnic areas are available at Clay Park, George Park, and Richmond City Park.

Richmond also features several architectural designs and styles of its historic homes made by various notable builders.

Fort Bend County North / Richmond Best Realtor Insights

Steeped in history, Richmond features a mix of old and new. Several established neighborhoods and new construction master-planned communities call the city home.

• US Highway 90 Alternate (Avenue H) runs through the city, connecting Rosenberg to the west and Sugar Land to the east. Residents are also minutes away from Southwest Freeway and Grand Parkway.

• A number of master-planned communities are within the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), including Aliana, Lakes of Bella Terra, Harvest Green, and Pecan Grove. These communities offer unique amenities, including fishing ponds, lakes, and community farms.

• Known for its old-world charm, Richmond offers a wide variety of homes, including ranch-style homes, waterfront estates, and golf course homes. Homes within gated communities are also available in the area.

• Richmond homes are zoned to both Lamar ISD and Fort Bend ISD schools. Fort Bend ISD ranked 4th in Children At Risk’s 2014 Greater Houston Large School District rankings. Highly rated McNeill Elementary and Austin Elementary serve sections of the city.

• Residents enjoy a number of outdoor recreation centers, including Fort Bend Country Club, and Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club. Richmond City Park, George Park, and Clay Park offer walking trails, sports facilities, and picnic and playground areas.

• Incorporated in 1837, the city has a commission-manager form of government. Richmond is home to several county offices and historic buildings.

• Covering a 4.3-square-mile area, Richmond is nestled along a bend on the Brazos River. It has Rosenberg and Cumings to the west, the Greater Katy area to the north, and Missouri City, Sugar Land, and Stafford to the east.

• Single-family homes are the main housing option in the city. There are, however, a few new construction townhomes in master-planned communities like Veranda and Lakes of Bella Terra. Richmond’s oldest homes date back to the 1890s.

• Prices for Richmond homes for sale range from $100,000 to over $3,000,000.

• Richmond homes can feature 3- to 5-bedroom floor plans with living spaces ranging from 1,000 to more than 10,000 square feet. The most expensive Richmond real estate can feature as many as 8 bedrooms with living spaces ranging from 6,000 to over 10,000 square feet. Lot sizes range from 4,000 to upwards of 150,000 square feet.

Fort Bend County North / Richmond Maps, Location & Zip Code

Fort Bend County North / Richmond Schools

Homes within Richmond city limits are zoned to Lamar Consolidated ISD schools, while homes within the city’s ETJ are zoned to both LCISD and Fort Bend ISD.

Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) covers a 170-square-mile area and serves Sugar Land, Meadows Place, Richmond, Pearland, and some parts of Houston. The TEA gave the FBISD a “Recognized” rating and was named a National School District of Character in 2011 by the National Schools of Character Program.

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, or Lamar CISD, has received a “Met Standard” rating from the Texas Education Agency in 2013. It was given an Excellence in Education award by HEB in 2009.

*Due to the number of schools serving Richmond homes, we opted to list them along with each school’s notable awards and programs.

Elementary Schools

Public Elementary Schools zoned to Richmond include:

• Stephen F Austin Elementary School at 1630 Pitts Rd. (2006 National Blue Ribbon School) The school seeks to develop continuous learning and develop critical thinking through instructional methods including Accelerated Reader Computer Program, Balanced Literacy, language, phonics, and novel sets.

• Frost Elementary School at 3306 Skinner Ln. Also known as Samuel Miles Frost Elementary, dedicated to developing a community of lifelong learners by nurturing academic, emotional, social, and community gifts through its Gifted and Talented programs.

• Joe Hubenak Elementary School at 11344 Rancho Bella Pkwy. Hubenak Elementary School was named after Joe A. Hubenak, who served the Lamar ISD until his death in the year 2001. The school's mission is to form future leaders by developing leadership, uniqueness, a strong mind & spirit, kindness, a person of others, exceptional effort, and striving for excellence.

• H F McNeill Elementary School at 7300 S Mason Rd. Also known as McNeill Elementary and named after Hillman Forest McNeill. The school community is committed to creating oneness through diversity where every learner belongs.

• Oakland Elementary School at 4455 Waterside Estates Dr. Oakland Elementary became Fort Bend ISD's 40th elementary school in the fall of 2006. The school's mission is to provide an environment in which students will develop skills and character, which empowers them to pursue futures beyond their dreams through values and programs.

Middle Schools

• James Bowie Middle School at 700 Plantation Dr. Ranked 4th in Fort Bend ISD Middle Schools. The mission of the Bowie Middle School is to prepare every child to be self-sufficient, growth-minded, and serving leaders through significant and positive relationships on school grounds that value academic excellence.

• David Crockett Middle School at 19001 Beechnut St. David Crockett Middle School's learning community encourages active participation to excel through Excellence, Diversity, Self-Efficacy, Growth, and Development. Programs offered include Electives, Special Education, Fine Arts, and Language Arts.

High Schools

• Foster High School at 4400 FM 723 Rd. A highly rated, public high school named after John and Randolph Foster who were patriots during the Revolutionary War. Ranked 64th in the entire Houston Metro area for High Schools according to usnews.com 2022 ranking.

• Travis High School at 11111 Harlem Rd. (Home of the FBISD Global Studies Academy and FBISD International Business/Marketing Academy) One of the top-rated, public high schools of Fort Bend ISD in key metrics of college and career readiness, outperforms the state average. Travis High strives to ensure a stable and competent environment that fosters educational excellence while continuously holding high standards.

Richmond Houston Private Schools

The following are some of the more notable private schools in and around Richmond.

• Calvary Episcopal Preparatory School at 1201 Austin St.

• Shady Oak Christian School at 503 Main St.

• Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy at 23300 Bellaire Blvd.

• Holy Rosary Catholic School at 1426 George St.

• Pecan Grove Baptist School at 1727 FM Rd 359.

• Living Water Christian School at 4808 Airport Ave.

• The Kensington School at 6410 Sansbury Blvd.

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

*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.

Fort Bend County North / Richmond Real Estate Market

12 Things Buyers Should Know

Steeped in history, Richmond features a mix of old and new. Several established neighborhoods and new construction master-planned communities call the city home.

• US Highway 90 Alternate (Avenue H) runs through the city, connecting Rosenberg to the west and Sugar Land to the east. Residents are also minutes away from Southwest Freeway and Grand Parkway.

• A number of master-planned communities are within the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), including Aliana, Lakes of Bella Terra, Harvest Green, and Pecan Grove. These communities offer unique amenities, including fishing ponds, lakes, and community farms.

• Known for its old-world charm, Richmond offers a wide variety of homes, including ranch-style homes, waterfront estates, and golf course homes. Homes within gated communities are also available in the area.

• Richmond homes are zoned to both Lamar ISD and Fort Bend ISD schools. Fort Bend ISD ranked 4th in Children At Risk’s 2014 Greater Houston Large School District rankings. Highly rated McNeill Elementary and Austin Elementary serve sections of the city.

• Residents enjoy a number of outdoor recreation centers, including Fort Bend Country Club, and Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club. Richmond City Park, George Park, and Clay Park offer walking trails, sports facilities, and picnic and playground areas.

• Incorporated in 1837, the city has a commission-manager form of government. Richmond is home to several county offices and historic buildings.

• Covering a 4.3-square-mile area, Richmond is nestled along a bend on the Brazos River. It has Rosenberg and Cumings to the west, the Greater Katy area to the north, and Missouri City, Sugar Land, and Stafford to the east.

• Richmond homes can feature 3- to 5-bedroom floor plans with living spaces ranging from 1,000 to more than 10,000 square feet.

• Single-family homes are the main housing option in the city. There are, however, a few new construction townhomes in master-planned communities like Veranda and Lakes of Bella Terra. Richmond’s oldest homes date back to the 1890s.

• Lot sizes range from 4,000 to upwards of 150,000 square feet.

• The most expensive Richmond real estate can feature as many as 8 bedrooms with living spaces ranging from 6,000 to over 10,000 square feet.

• Prices for Richmond homes for sale range from $100,000 to over $3,000,000.

Richmond Maps And Location

Richmond is the county seat of Fort Bend, located about 28 miles southwest of downtown Houston.

Fort Bend is the wealthiest county in Texas and is 5th on Forbes’ list of fastest-growing counties in the US.

Incorporated in 1837, the city has a commission-manager form of government. Richmond is home to several county offices and historic buildings. It is made up of several neighborhoods and master-planned communities, including Aliana, Lakes of Bella Terra, Pecan Grove, Harvest Green, Hillcrest, and Winston Terrace.

It covers a 4.3-square-mile area east of Rosenberg and Cummings, and west of Missouri City, Stafford, and Sugar Land. The city has the Greater Katy area to the north.

The city of Richmond is minutes away from main roads, including Grand Parkway to the east and Southwest Freeway to the south. US Highway 90A runs through the city.

Several outdoor recreation centers are available in the area, including Clay Park, Wessendorff Park, Davis Memorial Park, Richmond City Park, George Park, Fort Bend Country Club (a member-owned semi-private club), and Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club.

Richmond Texas real estate is within the 77406, 77407, and 77469 zip codes. (View Houston zip code map.)

Richmond TX Schools

Homes within Richmond city limits are zoned to Lamar Consolidated ISD schools, while homes within the city’s ETJ are zoned to both LCISD and Fort Bend ISD.

Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) covers a 170-square-mile area and serves Sugar Land, Meadows Place, Richmond, Pearland, and some parts of Houston. The TEA gave the FBISD a “Recognized” rating and was named a National School District of Character in 2011 by the National Schools of Character Program.

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, or Lamar CISD, has received a “Met Standard” rating from the Texas Education Agency in 2013. It was given an Excellence in Education award by HEB in 2009.

*Due to the number of schools serving Richmond homes, we opted to list them along with each school’s notable awards and programs.

Elementary Schools

Public Elementary Schools zoned to Richmond include:

• Jane Long Elementary School at 907 Main St.

• T L Pink Elementary School at 1001 Collins Rd.

• Deaf Smith Elementary School at 2014 Lamar Dr.

• Joe Hubenak Elementary School at 11344 Rancho Bella Pkwy.

• Juan Seguin Elementary School at 7817 Grand Mission Blvd.

• Manford Williams Elementary School at 5111 FM 762 Rd.

• Meyer Elementary School at 1930 J Meyer Rd.

• Oakland Elementary School at 4455 Waterside Estates Dr.

• Pecan Grove Elementary School at 3330 Old S Dr.

• Stephen F Austin Elementary School at 1630 Pitts Rd. (2006 National Blue Ribbon School)

• Barbara Jordan Elementary School at 17800 W Oaks Village Dr.

• Cora Thomas Elementary School at 6822 Irby Cobb Blvd.

• Frost Elementary School at 3306 Skinner Ln.

• H F McNeill Elementary School at 7300 S Mason Rd.

• Irma Dru Hutchison Elementary School at 3602 Williams Way Blvd.

Middle Schools

• Wessendorff Middle School at 5201 Mustang Ave.

• Lamar Junior High School at 4814 Mustang Ave.

• Reading Junior High School at 8101 FM 762 Rd.

• Briscoe Junior High School at 4300 FM 723 Rd.

• David Crockett Middle School at 19001 Beechnut St.

• James Bowie Middle School at 700 Plantation Dr.

High Schools

• Lamar Consolidated High School at 4606 Mustang Ave.

• George Ranch High School at 8181 FM 762 Rd.

• Foster High School at 4400 FM 723 Rd.

• Travis High School at 11111 Harlem Rd. (Home of the FBISD Global Studies Academy and FBISD International Business/Marketing Academy)

• George Bush High School at 6707 FM 1464.

Richmond Houston Private Schools

The following are some of the more notable private schools in and around Richmond.

• Calvary Episcopal Preparatory School at 1201 Austin St.

• Shady Oak Christian School at 503 Main St.

• Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy at 23300 Bellaire Blvd.

• Holy Rosary Catholic School at 1426 George St.

• Pecan Grove Baptist School at 1727 FM Rd 359.

• Living Water Christian School at 4808 Airport Ave.

• The Kensington School at 6410 Sansbury Blvd.

To find an updated listing of all Richmond real estate zoned to any specific public school, please send an email to Paige Martin at PMartin@HoustonProperties.com with the property preference and budget that you’re working with.

*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.

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