Ponderosa Forest Real Estate

Ponderosa Forest is master-planned subdivision nestled in one of the fastest growing residential and commercial areas in Texas. A mere 20 minutes north of downtown Houston, the pristine Ponderosa Forest community materializes near the intersection of FM 1960 and Interstate 45. A tree lined community rich with natural beauty and convenient access to big city amenities, Ponderosa Forest is an oasis in Houston's urban landscape.

Residents here enjoy excellent shopping with both retail and discount houses nearby. Willowbrook Mall, Willowchase Center and the Greenspoint Mall are all within a five-minute commute from Ponderosa Forest. Additionally, many church denominations call the FM 1960 area home. Among the churches are Catholic, Church of Christ, Baptist, Episcopal, Christian Science, Jewish, Lutheran, Methodist and Presbyterian as well as non-denominational.

The Kickerillo Company developed the Ponderosa Forest Subdivision in the early 1970's. Ponderosa is ideally situated just north of FM 1960, only two miles from the intersection of Beltway 8 and I-45, and adjacent to the renowned Houston Northwest Medical Center Complex.

Ponderosa Forest home prices begin in the $60,000 to $80,000 range and these are primarily patio homes. On the upper end, most sales remain below $200,000, with a few sales annually above the $300,000 and $400,000 range. The upper range homes are primarily near the north end of Ponderosa Forest. There are approximately 1235 conventional homes in Ponderosa Forest plus some 85-patio homes.

With its great location, Ponderosa Forest is never far from great entertainment. Some twenty movie theaters are in the area, plus an extensive list of restaurants, night clubs, golf courses, both public and private including three of the finest country clubs in Houston, Champions, Raveneaux and Northgate.

Ponderosa Forest residents are served by the Spring Independent School District, ranked as one of the best in the area. All the public schools are located nearby. Ponderosa Elementary is in the subdivision. Bammel Middle and Westfield High Schools are located in close proximity just to the south of FM1960 on Ella Boulevard. Ponderosa parents are very involved in the Parent Teachers Organization and participate heavily in school programs.

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