Porter's rural-suburban landscape exists along the West Fork San Jacinto River between the communities of The Woodlands and Kingwood. "It's a comfortably placed neighborhood," says Realtor Karen Cox of The Cox Company, who lives nearby. "You can drive 15 minutes and have all the shopping availability you could ask for, yet you still have room for acreage homes," she adds. The fast track around greater Houston that is Grand Parkway borders Porter to the north, which is leading to a tidal wave of development in the area. What isn't changing, at least for now, is the area's verdancy. Vast stretches of land still surround Porter's subdivisions, and everything from trails through forested expanses to deep lakes for fishing, kayaking and canoeing are just a short drive away.
Welcome to The Highlands, Porter's new master-planned community
One of Porter's newest additions is The Highlands, a master-planned development surrounded by rich forest that's designed to emulate a state park. Properties in this community reflect the sturdy brick Neo Traditionals most common in Porters already established subdivisions and modern farmhouse styles. Living here means getting accustomed to the sights and sounds of ongoing construction projects as the community adds new community amenities and homes. Eventually, it will also add commercial districts, creating a true mixed-use lifestyle. Prices begin in the $300,000s and head into the million-dollar range for something over 3,000 square feet. Naturally, HOA fees are relatively high, at around $1,400 a year, to cover expenses. Outside of the highlands, home prices generally begin in the $200,000 range and rise to around $800,000 for mansions along the Oakhurst Golf Club. Montgomery County, where Porter resides, is prone to flooding. Additional insurance may be ideal for homebuyers.
Schools rated B to B minus by Niche
Served by the New Caney Independent School District, students in the area can attend Valley Ranch Elementary School and Woodridge Forest Middle School before enrolling in New Caney High School. New Caney holds an overall Niche grade of B and offers an Army Junior ROTC Cadet program for students aspiring toward careers in the military. Valley Ranch Elementary also has a B, while Woodridge Forest has a B-plus.
Taking the very Grand Parkway
Interstate 69 intersects with U.S. Highway 59 in Porter, connecting locals to the broader Houston area. Houston's outermost beltway, Grand Parkway, passes along Porter's northern edge. Farm to Market Road 1314 also travels through the neighborhood onward to Conroe. For medical care, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is less than 4 miles south in Kingwood for emergency care and specialty services.
Retail therapy at Valley Ranch Town Center
Valley Ranch, a mixed-used development that caters to apartment-dwellers, has a town center shopping district anyone in Porter benefits. The shopping center is at the intersection of Grand Parkway and Interstate 69 with a Kroger, Cinemark, TJ Maxx, Hobby Lobby and more. After a bit of shopping, casual chains including Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Whataburger abate any hunger pangs. There's also a slew of chains and local spots along Interstate 69, which passes through the heart of Porter and a few local spots here and there. Pholicious Porter is on Hammon Drive for anyone who loves a big bowl of noodle soup.
Escaping to Lake Houston Wilderness Park
The Highlands has several major recreational areas exclusively for residents, including Mirror Lake and Discovery Cove. Discovery Cove has pickleball courts and will eventually feature a resort-sized pool, water park, lazy river and Amphitheater. Mirror Lake is stocked for catch and release fishing and locals swim and kayak through the water. The lake is surrounded by a park with a playground, sports fields, covered pavilion and nature trails. Between The Highlands semi-private Pine Golf Club at The Highlands and the Oakhurst Golf Club on Mills Branch Drive, Porter's residents have several greenways to choose from. Its subdivisions are also dotted by pocket parks with playgrounds. For a forested escape, Lake Houston Wilderness Park is just over 8 miles east via Grand Parkway. The park's 5,000 acres host log cabins for overnight stays along its recreational lake, and it weaves in 20 miles of trails with variable terrain for mountain biking and horse riding. Lake Houston is just over 15 miles south for more adventures on the water.
Bushes of berries at Moorhead's Blueberry Farm
The Highlands has a full-time director of lifestyle who organizes community gatherings, from toddler playdates to stand-up paddleboarding to yoga and music on the lawn. Lake Houston Wilderness Park hosts Native Plant Hikes and Monthly Bird Hikes where locals learn to spot various flora and feathered species. For fresh-picked berries, Moorhead's Blueberry Farm is just over 12 miles northwest in Conroe on its namesake road. But it's only open seasonally between late May and early June. The farm's 20 varieties of Southern Rabbiteye Blueberries are organic in the truest sense, as pesticide sprays are never used.
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Parks in this Area
Deer Ridge Park
Bear Branch Gazebo Park
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Trails
Playground
Community Center
Liberty Lake Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Lake
A.V. "Bull" Sallas Park
Kenswick Park
Pool
Soccer
Tennis
Transit
Airport
George Bush Intcntl/Houston
24 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Porter
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Porter, TX sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Porter, TX over the last 12 months is $357,301, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
31,749
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,562
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,401
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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