homehunter

I am thinking about moving to this subdivision being built off of Barker Cypress(?) at Groseky. Really need any info. you can give me about it.

- Rep. of Pride Builders

- Quality of homes being built

- Is the near area prone to floodin or has it ever flooded (West airport area)

- Is it a master planned community?

Thanks

I want to do as much research as I can into the West Oaks area. I am looking to buy there in about a year, and I was wondering if anyone has had any experience or insight into this area. Subdivisions include:

1) Westheimer Place (Sec. 3)

2) Clayton Trace

3) Oak Park trails (Patio homes)

4) Timbergate

Has anyone ever lived here? What are some things I need to know or watch out for? How are their HOA's? Home quality? Neighborhood, etc.

Ideally, I would LOVE to see new construction close to that area, (not nec. Katy but West Oaks). Does anyone know if anything is planned? Can anyone give me any insight? THANKS!

Can anyone please tell me anything you know about West Oaks area, near West Oaks Mall and George Bush park? I've noticed some nice homes (oak Park Patio and Oak Park Ridge) that are fairly new. Wish I would have noticed them earlier or I may have moved there. Specifically,

- Is this a nice area?

- Is it considered South Katy or Alief

- **Are there any new developments planned in the next few years?

Any and all insight is greatly appreciated!

Thinking about moving into this complex. Can anybody tell me anything about it?

Can anyone please tell me what you know about Langham creeK area? I know its Cy-Fair school dist. and that's good, but I'm wondering about statistics, crime, re-sale value, etc.

Specifically, I am looking at getting a townhome in the Villages of Langham Creek or Langham Creek condos.

Good area / bad area?

thanks!

Thanks - does anyone know what the appreciation rate is, whether it is going up or down, particularly Quail Valley?

Ok, what about the appreciation rates / property values? How do you see Missouri City doing in 10 yrs?

thanks!

Can anybody tell me about Missori City, such as

- appreciation rates

- school system

- Crime

Any and all information greatlly appreciated!

I can do the work PHYSICALLY, but yes, you should be asking me what a prybar is.

I have no idea

Thanks for all the input. Pardon my ignorance, but in reference to fixing something up, when you say that it is good to do it myself, are you saying that as opposed to hiring contracted labor?

Re: schools, I don't have any childen but looking ahead to resale value

I'm hopping on the small East End/old home bandwagon. It is possible to find one for $110K or less that needs very little work but you'll have to be patient. And, the schools are pretty under-performing, but that doesn't mean your child has to be, if you have or plan to have any, that is. A good student can really stand out in these schools. I live in Pecan Park, near Musicman, and crime is not really an issue at all. I think he'll agree with me on that.

If you're willing and possibly even excited about the idea of restoring an older home, then I definitely say come over here. I didn't intend on doing that when I started my home search 5 years ago but I'm glad I ended up doing so. I first was looking in an inexpensive part of Spring and am very glad I didn't end up there now. The East End is in an upcycle that should last for a long time, after many decades of being in a down cycle, which is makes an investment in real estate a fairly easy thing.

If your sense of urban adventure gets seriously whetted, you could check out Third Ward and places around N. Main too.

In the suburban arena, you've got the risk of being trapped in a neighborhood downcycle at that level. I do like Bear Creek and the cool, 80s contemporary style homes in there for about that price, I think. Not sure how that area's fared recently though. I mention that area because the architecture is interesting enough to have a chance to attract future residents who might offset any possible downturn.

LOL your requirements seem to be waivering. Sharpe St and I both live on eastside and there are values to be had. you told him you could get by wiht a bedroom/study but yet want a 3 bedroom IN CASE an elderly parent lives with you. Definitely a conflict.

Remember older floor plans may not be what you're used to i you're a suburban person. Closet space may be lacking, may only have 1 bathroom etc. This is the sacrifice you have to make.

Do you have ANY children? Are you even married? YOu say you want to live within your means but by your description i'm not seeing it yet.

Ok, thank you for the comments, esp. about the cookie-cutter subdivisions. Thanks to reading the postings throughout this site, I didn't have a good feeling about it.

I can get by with a bedroom and a study, but would like a 3 bdrom if possible. I'd like to make some room should an elderly parent need to live with me someday. I'd like a two story home with 2 bathrooms. If I can get 3 bedrms, the ideal floorplan would have one of the rooms downstairs.

I guess in order of importance, here' the critieria

appreciation / safety

floorplan

close to town

schools

Thank you.

Yes, I care very much. I can put 10% down but I'd rather not. Can you elaborate? Thank you very much!

Ok, I'll just be blunt. I am trying to be a first time homebuyer and I am determined to live within my means. Is there any hope of finding something in a good neighborhood for under $100,000, $110,000 MAX? I drove out to Katy to a new subdivision (Lakeville) that was in that range but the drive was too much for me since I work in the Galleria area. I am considering a townhome, but bearing in mind that I would have to figure in the cost of maintenance fees for the townhome, (about $180-$280) from what I've seen.

Please let me know what my best bets would be. I want to make a good investment, so appreciation is important to me. Of course, the closer into town, the better. I like the NW part of town, with the boundary probably to be Beltway 8. I would consider Klien area. I also like Breas Heights. What about Sugar Land?

Thanks

I am a new home buyer and looking to buy in Katy. Looking at the listings, can anyone tell me about Lakeville or Brenwood? Both have homes that are 2 yrs. old or newer and affordable.