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It was in NASA's Mission Control Center in Houston that the first word from the moon was heard. Known as the Space City, Houston is home of the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, NASA's hub for manned space flights. There are many firsts for this Texas city, including the emergence of many important industry centers and cultural activities that locals and visitors still admire and enjoy today. From outer space to the world of medicine, Houston is the home of the Texas Medical Center, where the world's largest concentration of research and healthcare institutions are located.
Popular attractions for residents and tourists alike include the Art Car Parade — the largest decorated automobile parade in the country — and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Strap on your cowboy boots and don your cowboy hat, the Show and Rodeo is an annual 20-day event that is regarded as the largest rodeo in the world.
For theater buffs, Houston is only second to New York in concentration of theaters, boasting a 17-block theater district that is home to eight performing arts organizations and more than 12,000 seats for live entertainment. And for sports fans, the city offers nationally renowned professional sports teams such as the two-time NBA champion Houston Rockets and soccer's Houston Dynamo, who were MLS champions in 2006. Baseball fans here love to cheer on their beloved Houston Astros.
With warm weather year round, locals soak in the sun by taking walks through the Buffalo Bayou Park located between downtown and the River Oaks neighborhood, an area known for its opulent mansions. Affordable home prices in the Clear Lake, the Heights, Galleria, the Museum District and the Medical Center neighborhoods have become a major draw for many growing families.
And with a wide range of industries — the most popular being oil, biomedical research, aeronautics and ship channel — Houston is fast becoming an economic powerhouse. Whatever the motive, Houston is a flourishing and beautiful city to live in and play. Start your real estate search in Houston today to find the perfect home for you!
Sources and more information:
http://www.houstontx.gov/abouthouston/index.html
http://www.houston-guide.com/media/GuestLife/Houston/Annual-2007/HO2007-The-Houston-Area/index.php
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Houston,_Texas
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyndon_B._Johnson_Space_Center
http://www.forbes.com/realestate/2007/10/31/property-cities-growth-forbeslife-cx_mw_1031realestate_slide_8.html?thisSpeed=15000
http://www.houston.com/houston-neighborhoods/
Community Information for 77007*
| Population | 30,929 |
| Median Age | 32.74 |
| Median Household Income | $47,661 |
| Households with Children | 25.20% |
| Median Travel Time to Work | 18.1 minutes |
*Based on zipcode 77007 at the center of this area.
Real Estate Market Information
| Median Home Sale Price | $329,757 |
| Annual Turnover Rate | 22.7% |
| In current residence 5+ years | 21.99% |
| Median years in residence | 2.62 |
| Homes Owned | 37.07% |
| Homes Rented | 44.22% |
| Homes Vacant | 18.71% |
Houston, TX School Information
Preschools
- Gregory Lincoln Education Center
1101 Taft St - Crockett Elementary Charter School 1417 Houston Ave
- Crockett Early Childhood Center 1417 Houston Ave
- Wharton K - 8 Dual Language Academy 900 W Gray St
- Harvard Elementary School 810 Harvard St
- Young Scholars Academy 1809 Louisana St
Elementary Schools
- Gregory Lincoln Education Center 1101 Taft St
- Crockett Elementary Charter School 1417 Houston Ave
- Crockett Early Childhood Center 1417 Houston Ave
- Trinity Lutheran School 800 Houston Ave
- Wharton K - 8 Dual Language Academy 900 W Gray St
- Harvard Elementary School 810 Harvard St
Middle Schools
- Harper Alternative School 3200 Center St
- Gregory Lincoln Education Center 1101 Taft St
- Trinity Lutheran School 800 Houston Ave
- Houston Outdoor Learning Academy 2731 Houston Ave
- Hogg Middle School 1100 Merrill St
- Young Scholars Academy 1809 Louisana St
High Schools
- Harper Alternative School 3200 Center St
- Gateway Academy 812 Gillette St
- St Thomas High School 4500 Memorial Dr
- Houston Outdoor Learning Academy 2731 Houston Ave
- Law Enforcement High School 4701 Dickson St
- American Academy Of Excellence 1101 Pierce St
These are the closest schools to your requested location. Proximity does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Please consult your real estate agent or school district to confirm the schools you are zoned to attend.
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Community Age Profile
Transportation
Education Levels
Occupation
Community
Total Male Population: 16,794
Total Female Population: 14,134
Population change since 1990: 40
Population change since 2000: NA
Median age: 32.74
Percent of households with children: 25.20%
Local sales tax: 8%
Personal crime risk: 425
Recycling likelihood index: 91
Transportation
Transportation to work:
Drive/Carpool: 83%
Walk/bike/other: 7%
Work at home: 4%
Education Levels
Some high school: 10.46%
High school graduate: 17.18%
Some college: 14.56%
Associate degree: 3.72%
Bachelor's degree: 20.03%
Graduate Degree: 11.65%
Occupation
Mining: 0.63%
Contstruction: 5.69%
Manufacturing: 11.74%
Transportation and communications: 6.04%
Wholesale trade: 13.47%
Retail trade: 14.96%
Finance, insurance and real estate: 6.34%
Sevices: 30.88%
Public administration: 9.56%
Unclassified: 0.34%
Income
Income change since 1990: 126
Income change since 2000: 23
Climate
Avg. July high/low temp: 94 / 75
Annual precipitation: 54
Air pollution index: 89
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