La Porte/Shoreacres Real Estate Guide

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La Porte/Shoreacres Real Estate Guide

La Porte is the fourth-largest incorporated city in Harris County. It is located along the scenic Galveston Bay. The neighborhood is near some of Houston’s best suburbs. It is also about a 30-minute drive from the best neighborhoods in the Inner Loop area.

La Porte is popularly known for its:

La Porte is still growing and with new construction homes on the way. The city has a unique council-manager form of government. This causes the area’s real estate market to be a bit tricky to navigate. Contacting a top realtor with knowledge about La Porte’s real estate can benefit home buyers.

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

“Lisa was wonderful at understanding what I was looking for and finding many possibilities. When viewing homes she was terrific at noticing and pointing out features - both positive and negative. I always felt like she was looking for the best home for me. Her advice during the negotiation process was so very helpful. She then followed up on every issue raised. Her team exceeded my expectation during the closing process. They provided an excellent summary of key dates and actions required and relevant information. And they reminded me at each step.” - Jeri Eagan (Google Review)

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La Porte/Shoreacres Homes For Sale

$318,000
4 Beds, 2 Baths
9226 Wichita Drive
$255,000
4 Beds, 2 Baths
312 S. Nugent Street
$279,900
3 Beds, 2 Baths
10218 Catlett Lane
$289,500
3 Beds, 2 Baths
209 Spencer Landing
$195,000
3 Beds, 2 Baths
925 S. 4th Street
$306,900
4 Beds, 2 Baths
201 N. 2nd Street

La Porte/Shoreacres Homes For Rent

$1,645
3 Beds, 2 Baths
10430 Rustic Gate Road
$2,950
4 Beds, 2 Baths
615 Fairway Drive
$1,950
4 Beds, 2 Baths
1004 S. 2nd Street
$1,450
2 Beds, 1 Bath
231 S. Utah Street
$1,595
3 Beds, 2 Baths
3233 Scotch Moss Lane
$2,100
3 Beds, 2 Baths
5010 Glenview Drive

Table of Contents

  1. La Porte/Shoreacres Home Sale Trends
  2. La Porte/Shoreacres Best Realtor Insights
  3. La Porte/Shoreacres Maps, Location & Zip Code
  4. La Porte/Shoreacres Schools
  5. La Porte/Shoreacres Real Estate Market

La Porte/Shoreacres Home Sale Trends

La Porte/Shoreacres Real Estate Trends

La Porte is the fourth-largest incorporated city in Harris County. It is located along the scenic Galveston Bay and near some of Houston’s best suburbs. It is also about a 30-minute drive from the best neighborhoods in the Inner Loop area.

La Porte is one of Houston’s most interesting neighborhoods, thanks to its:

The city is home to many quality single-family homes on large lots. There are several subdivisions and home builders in La Porte that offer a variety of options. The neighborhood features bungalows and small frame houses from the 1940s. There are also estates and mansions within the community.


La Porte/Shoreacres Best Realtor Insights

La Porte TX is an independent city outside the Beltway. It is the fourth largest unincorporated city in Harris County.

La Porte Home for Sale


La Porte/Shoreacres Maps, Location & Zip Code

La Porte/Shoreacres Map

Commute Time La Porte/Shoreacres
Downtown (min) 30
Med Ctr (min) 30
Energy Corridor (min) 45
Galleria (min) 35

Map of La Porte/Shoreacres

Highlights La Porte/Shoreacres
Amenities La Porte homes are minutes away from parks, golf courses, and other outdoor entertainment and recreational areas.

Bay Forest Golf Course, Bay Oaks Country Club, and Sylvan Beach Park are among the city’s must-visit places.
Golf Courses - Bay Oaks Country Club
- Chemlake Golf Club
- Bay Forest Golf Course
Run / Bike Trails - Wood Falls Park
- Farrington Park
- Glen Meadows Park
- Creekmont Park
- Central Park
- Seabreeze Park
- Little Cedar Bayou Park
- Taylor Bayou Park
- Bay Oaks Park
- Heron Park
- Bayou Forest Park
Nearby Retail / Dining DINING

- Main 101Grill and Bar
- Denny's
- Baytown Seafood Restaurant
- Mesquite Grill & Taco Factory
- El Toro Mexican Restaurant
- New Orleans Seafood Kitchen
- El Rancho Mexican Restaurant

RETAIL & SHOPPING

- Shop Therapy
- Upscale Resale
- Fairporte Green Center Mall

GROCERIES

- Kroger
- Jack's Grocery Inc.
- Laporte Food Mart
Major Employers - Downtown Houston
- Texas Medical Center

La Porte/Shoreacres Schools

Top Elementary Schools Great Schools Ranking
Heritage Elem (La Porte) 8
Jennie Reid Elem 8
Leo Rizzuto Elem 9
Lomax Elem 8

La Porte homes are zoned to the La Porte Independent School District (LPISD).

Schools zoned to La Porte include Heritage Elementary School and La Porte Elementary School both rated 7/10 by GreatSchools.org. Lomax Junior High School is also another top school rated 7/10 by GreatSchools.

*Note: For more detailed information on specific schools zoned to different La Porte areas, please refer to our Houston Schools Guide OR email me at PMartin@HoustonProperties.com.


Elementary Schools


To find an updated listing of all La Porte 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: 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.


La Porte/Shoreacres Real Estate Market

La Porte Townhome Sales Trends


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

The Houston Properties Team are experts in La Porte 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.


La Porte Condo Sale Trends


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

Numerous condo buildings are located in the Montrose area, such as:

To see condos within the Inner Loop, see Inner Loop Houston Condos. To see condos within the nearby Galleria area, see Galleria Houston Condos.

The Houston Properties Team are experts in La Porte 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.


La Porte TX History


La Porte was incorporated in 1982 making it the oldest incorporated town in east Harris County. The town became a popular option for homebuyers because of Sylvan Beach Park. La Porte became a resort town primarily. World War II and several hurricanes destroyed the resort.

NASA and the Bayport Channel set up headquarters in the neighborhood. In 1984, the town was built through the Johnson Hunter, David Harris, and Pearsall grants.

Investors Tom Lee, the Yorks, and I.R. Homes formed the La Porte Land and Town Company. They retained the area at Morgan’s Point. It was intended for wharves and warehouses. For the town, they moved it further inland.

In 1892, a sale of lots of La Porte was held. One of the first buyers was E.P. Sereau. He built a general mercantile building in the area. He also became La Porte's first Postmaster.

In 1895, the railroad had laid track from Houston to La Porte. In1898, the La Porte Improvement Company rose and developed an area just east of the existing La Porte town. This development led to making Lobit Street the main business street in East La Porte. Several establishments moved to Lobit Street.

The chemical industry and shipyards of World War II revitalized the town. In 1945, the Du Pont plant, NASA, the Bayport Channel, and the Barbour’s Cut terminal supported the growth in the area. In 1980, the town of Lomax and La Porte consolidated. In 1987, the Bayshore Municipal Utility district was annexed to the town.

Today, La Porte TX is an independent city. It features a hybrid council-manager form of government.


Fun Things To Do Near La Porte


Sylvan Beach Park is one of the destinations in La Porte. It is home to two sandy beaches. It also showcases the longest fishing pier in Texas.

Fun Things in La Porte

For historical destinations, the San Jacinto Monument and the Battleship Texas are also sites to visit in La Porte. The Battleship Texas was commissioned in 1914 to serve as the most powerful weapon in the world. It was the last surviving Dreadnought and the only battleship that survived after fighting in World War I and II. The San Jacinto Monument serves as a symbol of Texas independence.

La Porte homes are minutes away from parks, golf courses, and other outdoor entertainment and recreational areas. Bay Forest Golf Course, Bay Oaks Country Club, and Sylvan Beach Park are among the city’s must-visit places.

Here's a list of the must-visit places in La Porte:

Dining
Shopping
Groceries
Parks
Golf

Map of La Porte/Shoreacres


Best La Porte 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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