Bryan College Station Real Estate

Thanks to the presence of the University, the education attainment level of this area is high: more than 82% of the population has completed high school, and 15% have graduate degrees. This helps create the lively and optimistic environment that you’ll feel when you visit the area.

As you would expect, the local market’s clientele includes many who are associated with Texas A&M, which has made its home at College Station since 1876. Enrollment at this major university is over 60,000 –making it one of the nation’s 5 largest universities- so many houses in College Station are an attractive living option for students The university also attracts world-class researchers, working with support from entities like NASA, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation. The University contributes over $800 million annually to these research efforts. The faculty of this well-regarded institution includes 3 Nobel Prize recipients.

A search of Bryan College Station real estate options will yield a wide range of home styles and price points. In 2013, the community was ranked 5^th in Forbes magazine’s list of The Best Small Places for Business and Careers. The Brazos County cost of living is low, making the area attractive to a wide variety of people, from students to young families, to retirees. The county has an overall cost of living well below the national average, and housing is particularly affordable here. Housing prices here receive a score of 60, with the national average standing at 100. The median home price is around $200,000. Popular College Station neighborhoods include:

• Westfield Village
• Castlegate
• Stone Forest
• Shadowcrest
• Hilltop Lakes
• Rockdale

You can choose a friendly, established city neighborhood or a more rural lifestyle in some of the popular outlying areas like Kurten, Navasota, Hearne, Caldwell, Mumford and Anderson. These offer country living close to the town’s amenities. There are lots of great options for land purchase as well, so you can build a custom home if that’s your wish.

This part of the state is known for its friendly and relaxed people, but it’s far from sleepy. There are plenty of activities and interesting spots to visit year round. The arts thrive in Brazos County. Here you’ll enjoy local theater, the symphony, and a variety of excellent museums, including The Children’s Museum of Brazos County and the George Bush Presidential Library. Bryan/College Station also has over 50 parks and 5 golf courses. Residents enjoy the mild climate and explore nature trails, use sports and swimming facilities, and enjoy programming for children and adults.

The surrounding area is full of opportunities for outdoor recreation. It’s less than 2 hours to the coast, where famous beaches like Galveston offer escape and relaxation. The beautiful Sam Houston National Forest is even closer, and includes over 160,000 acres. Hundreds of miles of great hiking trails wind through protected timberland along Lake Conroe and the San Jacinto River. The popular Lone Star Hiking Trail stretches for over 128 miles and has been designated a National Recreation Trail. Visitors enjoy camping, cycling, and watersports in this treasured natural area.

Although education is the leading employer and primary industry, there are a wide variety of other undertakings going on in the area. Research, healthcare, and manufacturing are also active industries, and St. Joseph’s Regional Health Center is known for its high level of care. Bryan and College Station each have independent school districts that enjoy an excellent reputation, ensuring the best start for young residents. Bryan College Station real estate includes home choices from convenient apartments to gracious family homes –conveniently located to work and school. The area offers an array of opportunities and interest in a community that is easy to navigate and feel at home in.

Take a look at all that this vibrant area has to offer, and do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have. I can save you time and money in your search for the right property in the Bryan/College Station area.

Whether you are buying or selling, and looking for a convenient rental or the perfect family home, there are great options waiting for you. Call today.