West Ranch Real Estate Guide

West Ranch homes for sale & insider real estate guide

Ranked as one of "America's Top 100 Places To Live", West Ranch is a master-planned community within Friendswood. Clear Creek and Chigger Creek border it. West Ranch Friendswood residents enjoy one of the easiest commutes in South Houston via Interstate 45 and Highway 35. The community features excellent amenities, convenient access, and good schools.

West Ranch is famous due to its:

• GREAT COMMUNITY AMENITIES: West Ranch offers fantastic amenities such as a 20-acre Town Center commercial site. More than ten miles of trails wind through 100+ acres of green space and resort-style swimming pools. In addition, the community is surrounded by two man-made lakes, each with scenic views and activities. The community has its second recreation center, which includes a competition-size swimming pool and covered seating areas. There is a playground, a splash pad, and a lodge-style clubhouse with a kitchen. A community room and plenty of parking are also available.

• EASY ACCESS: I-45 North takes about 35 minutes to get to Downtown Houston. The Inner Loop will take a few minutes to reach via I-45 and Memorial Drive. Nearby communities around include Pearland and Manvel. West Ranch residents easily access the Space Center Houston and the Nassau Bay Peninsula Wildlife Park. The community is conveniently located near parks, hospitals, clinics, and transportation services. There are also retail, dining, and entertainment options.

• TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS: West Ranch is zoned in the highly-acclaimed Friendswood Independent School District. FISD is one of Texas' top independent school districts and has the highest SAT average. Friendswood Junior High School is located adjacent to West Ranch.

• WIDE RANGE OF HOME OPTIONS: West Ranch homes for sale are on 766 acres. It is bounded by Centennial Park, Clear Creek, and Chigger Creek. It will have 68 acres of commercial space and 23 acres of Village Center. West Ranch Friendswood real estate features over 60 acres of parks. The miles of trails extending to Centennial Park allow residents to enjoy the natural beauty. West Ranch comprises various styles and sizes of single-family, garden, and estate homes. West Ranch houses come in one or two stories lay-out.

West Ranch real estate can be challenging to navigate. Given the number of communities in the area and the diversity of builders (some more superior than others).

To get personal advice on buying or selling in the West Ranch 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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Table of Contents

1. West Ranch Home Sale Trends
2. West Ranch Best Realtor Insights
3. West Ranch Maps, Location & Zip Code
4. West Ranch Schools
5. West Ranch Real Estate Market

West Ranch Home Sale Trends

West Ranch is in Friendswood, bordered by Clear Creek and Chigger Creek. It is a master-planned community that offers excellent amenities, convenience, and outstanding schools, ranking as one of "America's Top 100 Places to Live".

West Ranch is famous due to its:

• GREAT COMMUNITY AMENITIES: West Ranch residents may enjoy excellent amenities such as a 20-acre Town Center Commercial site. There's a playground and a splash pad for children. West Ranch has a lodge-style clubhouse, community room, and parking lots.

• EASY ACCESS: West Ranch is near parks, hospitals, clinics, and transit services. Accessible via Interstate 45 and Highway 35. It only takes about half an hour to get to Downtown Houston. There are retail, dining, and amusement options.

• TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS: West Ranch is zoned in Friendswood Independent School District. Friendswood Junior High School is next to West Ranch.

West Ranch homes are on 766 acres of land. It offers various styles and sizes and may come in one-story or two-story layouts.

West Ranch Best Realtor Insights

Nestled within Friendswood, West Ranch is a master-planned community ranked as one of "America's Top 100 Places To Live".

• West Ranch is zoned to Friendswood Independent School District (FISD). It is a top independent school district in Texas, with the highest SAT average.

• Getting around West Ranch is easy thanks to its proximity to major roads like I-45 and Memorial Drive. The Inner Loop neighborhood is just a few minutes away from the community.

• West Ranch is close to parks, hospitals, and transportation services. Dining, retail, and entertainment choices are also within easy reach.

• West Ranch residents have easy access to tourist attractions like the Space Center Houston and the Nassau Bay Peninsula Wildlife Park.

• West Ranch real estate is spread across 766 acres. The community has 68 acres of commercial space, 23 acres of Village Center, and over 60 acres of parks.

• The community boasts a 20-acre Town Center commercial site, two man-made lakes, resort-style swimming pools, and 100+ acres of green space.

• Residents of West Ranch can enjoy several outdoor amenities. The list includes a competition-size swimming pool, a splash pad, a playground, and a lodge-style clubhouse with a kitchen.

• West Ranch features a wide variety of housing sizes and designs. These include traditional single-family style, garden-style, and estate-style homes in one or two stories lay-out.

• West Ranch homes offer an average of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms floor plan, with an average living space of 2,000 square feet.

• The average price for West Ranch homes for sale is $450,000 while the average price for West Ranch homes for rent is $1,750.

West Ranch Maps, Location & Zip Code

West Ranch Schools

West Ranch is zoned to the Friendswood Independent School District.

FISD is a part of the top independent school district in Texas, with the highest SAT average. West Ranch, in particular, has some of the district's best schools zoned toward its subdivisions.

Students in the area may attend the following public schools:

Elementary School

• C W Cline Elementary School at 505 Briarmeadow Ave. C W Cline Elementary School provides students with quality education and a safe space. The school fosters kids with Art, Physical Education, and Technology. The public school serves Pre-K to 3rd-grade students.

Middle School

• Friendswood Junior High at 1000 Manison Pkwy. Friendswood Junior High offers STEM subjects to prepare students for high school in advance. English/Language Arts, Fine Arts, History, Math, and Science are part of the school's department.

High School

• Friendswood High School at 702 Greenbriar Dr. Friendswood High School provides rigorous courses, including STEM coursework. AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC are other courses available at the school. It has an 8/10 GreatSchools.org rating.

To find an updated listing of all West Ranch 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 West Ranch 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.

West Ranch Real Estate Market

West Ranch Single-Family Home Sale Trends

Bordered by Centennial Park, Clear Creek, and Chigger Creek, West Ranch real estate sits on 766 acres of land.

Like most master-planned communities in Friendswood, single-family homes are the only housing option in the area.

West Ranch features a wide variety of housing sizes and designs. Single-family homes in traditional, garden, and estate styles with one or two stories are available.

A typical West Ranch home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as 2,000 square feet of living space.

The average price for West Ranch real estate is $450,000.

West Ranch Townhomes Sale Trends

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

The Houston Properties Team are experts in West Ranch 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.

West Ranch Condo Sale Trends

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

Several condo buildings are located Downtown, including:

• Bayou Lofts Houston

• Commerce Towers Houston

• Keystone Lofts Houston

• Franklin Lofts Houston

• St Germain Lofts Houston

• The Edge Houston

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 experts in West Ranch 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.

West Ranch TX History

West Ranch is a master-planned community within the Friendswood area. Friendswood used to be a land of fig orchards, Satsuma orange orchards, and rice fields until Thomas Hadley Lewis and Quakers Frank Jacob Brown noticed the 1,538 acres of prairie area.

Believing it to be the "Promised Land," they bought the property from the owner, Galveston banker J.C. League. The land was named after their colony's name.

After some time, the population rose and development in the area started around the 1970s.

Today, West Ranch is home to approximately 1,300 families living in a diverse mix of architectural-styled properties.

Fun Things To Do Near West Ranch

West Ranch has a diverse selection of retail, dining, and entertainment options.

Just a few minutes away from Inner Loop and Memorial Drive, West Ranch is near entertainment centers like Space Center Houston and the Nassau Bay Peninsula Wildlife Park.

The community also boasts a 20-acre Town Center commercial, a resort-style swimming pool, and two man-made lakes, each with scenic views and activities.

Here are just some of the must-visit places in West Ranch:

Dining

• 528 Asian Bistro
• Jado'z Grill House
• B1895 Tavern
• Bistro 313
• JLB Eatery
• Joon's Kitchen
• Pop Top Burgers
• Moreno's Mexican Restaurant
• The Gyro Guys
• Local's Kitchen + Market

Nightlife

• Gold Club III
• The Bar At Friends Uncorked
• CHEERS Pub
• Friends Pub
• Timeout #4 Sports Bar & Grill
• The Regal Beagle
• Molly's Pub

Groceries

• Friendswood grocery
• Kroger
• ALDI
• H-E-B
• Marys Food Mart
• HEB Curbside Pickup
• Speedy Express
• Goodwoods British Market - Friendswood
• Dollar Tree

Run/Bike/Hike Trails

• Hope Village Rd Walking Trail
• Heritage Park Trails
• Friendswood Fairy Trail
• Frankie Carter Randolph Park
• Lake Friendswood Park
• Oxnard Park
• Bike and Hiking Trails

Golf Course

• Championship Golf Center
• Magnolia Creek Golf Club

Best West Ranch 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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