Why Live in Sheldon
Sheldon is a growing neighborhood centered around the expansive 2,800-acre Sheldon Lake State Park and the nearby Kelly Pipe distribution center. Located 20 miles from downtown Houston, Sheldon has evolved from a small agricultural community into a developing area with new subdivisions and larger single-family homes. The Sheldon Ridge development features modern brick homes built as recently as 2023, while older manufactured and ranch-style homes are found near Beltway 8. The housing market here is less competitive, with some homes taking a month or two to sell. Sheldon Independent School District serves the area, with schools like Sheldon Elementary, Michael R. Null Middle School, and C.E. King High School, all of which have average ratings.
Residents have access to various attractions, including Sheldon Lake State Park, which offers boating, fishing, and an 82-foot observation tower with views of downtown Houston and the San Jacinto Monument. Sheldon Park provides baseball fields for local athletes, and Xtreme Off Road Park & Beach, located 5 miles east, is ideal for mudding, sand drag racing, and camping. For daily essentials, locals travel 5 miles north to Summerwood for grocery shopping at H-E-B and Westlake Marketplace. Dining options in Sheldon include the Outhouse Saloon, known for its smoked meats and live entertainment, and Taqueria Los Reyes, offering traditional Mexican dishes.
Sheldon is not walkable, so residents rely on cars for transportation. The neighborhood has good access to major roads and highways, with the Crosby Freeway to the south and Beltway 8 to the west. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is conveniently located 14 miles northwest.
