Known as the "Birthplace of Texas," Deer Park's legacy lives on as the site of the Battle of San Jacinto, the deciding battle of the Texas Revolution. Today, the community of around 33,000 people has grown into a largely industrial city, with the northern half occupied by refineries and chemical plants where most residents work. South of Highway 225 is primarily residential, where locals enjoy the annual events, parks and visit the Central Street retail and restaurant scene. "My aunt lived in Deer Park, and since I was twelve, I knew that one day I wanted to own a home here," says Candie Robles, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Clear Lake, who lives in Deer Park and has been selling houses for eight years. "She still lives in the same house; in Deer Park, people grow up and stay to raise their own families."
Deer Park is known state-wide as the "Birthplace of Texas".
Deer Park is home to the Battle of San Jacinto which was the finale of the Texas Revolution.
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Established suburban neighborhoods
Deer Park's median sale price is around $289,000, lower than the national median and Houston's median of about $320,000. "Deer Park is a pretty sought-after area; houses sell for top dollar and sell pretty fast," says Daniel Nolan, a real estate professional with Inc Realty. Suburban neighborhoods like Deer Park Gardens and South Pasadena Plaza offer modest single-family homes that typically cost between $150,000 and $400,000.
Older, Ranch-style homes in Deer Park Gardens rest underneath adolescent oak trees.
Deer Park homes in the New Traditional style can be found in South Pasadena Plaza neighborhood.
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Out and about in Deer Park
The majority of shopping and dining in Deer Park revolves around Center Street, the city's central commercial hub. The corridor is lined with everything from local eateries to chain restaurants and big-box department stores. "I liked that everything you needed was Center Street, and once they added H-E-B, it was perfect," Robles says.
Deer Park locals love Guidry's fresh and delicious cajun dishes off of Center Street.
Deer Park residents enjoy getting their groceries at the recently built H-E-B.
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Dozens of local parks
Deer Park is home to nearly 30 parks and community spaces. Dow Park is the largest park, at over 40 acres, and is designated a Lone Star Legacy Park. The splash pad is packed during the hot months and is a local favorite. Dow also features a playground, sports fields, a community pool and a gazebo. The city also has several sports complexes and facilities for softball, baseball and soccer. The Deer Park Nature Preserve is one-and-a-half miles of trails, wetlands and woodlands. Wildlife, like bobcats, coyotes and armadillos, traverse the trails.
Dow Park's San Jacinto themed splashpad in Deer Park combines local culture with summer fun.
Deer Park Nature Preserve offers locals over a mile of trails in a scenic oasis of greenery.
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Residents gather on Center Street for fireworks
Deer Park hosts several local events throughout the year, with arguably the biggest event being the Independence Day Celebration. "The entirety of Center Street is packed with everyone sitting outside their cars, all quiet and looking up at the sky to watch the fireworks," Robles says. The community also offers events at the public library, like toddler story time and a spring book sale.
Stellar public schools
Depending on where they live, children may be zoned for the Deer Park Independent School District or the La Porte Independent School District. Deer Park ISD earns an A from Niche while La Porte ISD gets a B-plus. Deer Park High has a north and south campus to accommodate the growing population, with the north campus for 9th grade and the south campus for 10th through 12th grades. The school also offers a Wolters Campus, an advanced learning experience where students can work at their own pace. All the schools earn an A-minus or higher rating from Niche.
Deer Park High School offers state-of-the-art facilities to its students.
Wolters High School in Deer Park is known for its rigorous academic curriculum.
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Getting around Deer Park and beyond
Highway 225 and Sam Houston Tollway are the major roadways near Deer Park that provide connectivity. The commute to Houston is about 20 miles away, while the George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a 28-mile drive and offers international and domestic flights. Deer Park Family Clinic is the local hospital.
Deer Park crime rates and weather factors
According to FBI crime data, Deer Park's violent and property crime rates are lower than the national average and have either stayed the same or trended down over the last few years.
Deer Park's location in southeast Texas puts it at risk for potential tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and excessive heat. An EF3 tornado hit Deer Park in 2023, destroying many homes and businesses and causing the strongest devastation to the region since the 1990s. The community came together to rebuild after the disaster. "It's a very family-oriented community. After the tornado, a neighbor lost the house she lived in for decades, and the city came together to help her raise money to rebuild her home," Robles says.
Michael is an agent affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in Houston, Texas, situated within The Heights locality. Since 2008, he has been an active participant in the real estate industry, displaying a strong commitment to his clients and community.
His professional involvements include membership in the Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce and The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. He is also a past president of the Women’s Council of Realtors Houston Network. Michael’s real estate credentials are extensive, holding designations such as CRS, RSPS, CHMS, PMN, TAHS, HFR, and CIPS.
Beyond real estate, Michael is deeply engaged in community leadership. He is a graduate of Avenue CDC’s Advocacy Fellowship and earned certification as a T4T Trainer through LISC’s Training for Trainers program. He currently serves as president of the Lindale Park Civic Club and is proud to be the FitHouston Ambassador for the Moody Park Saturday morning walking group. Michael is passionate about making a difference in the neighborhood he calls home—Lindale Park.
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