Bridgeland comes up constantly when families start looking in Cypress. And for good reason.
But it's also out of budget for a lot of people who still want to live here and raise a family in a solid area with good schools.
If Bridgeland is a no, these are neighborhoods I usually have families look at next within Cypress. (None of these offer new construction homes)
Fairfield:
This is usually the first stop.
Older than Bridgeland, but built out, established, and still very livable. Schools are solid, and this neighborhood shares a high school with Bridgeland. It feels real, not in progress. Property taxes are significantly lower than in Bridgeland.
Homes vary a lot, which is both the upside and the downside here.
You can read more about Fairfield here.
Coles Crossing:
Quieter. More Traditional.
Families who care most about elementary school tend to land here. Day-to-day livability is great here, and turnover is low. People stay once they're settled.
Inventory is tighter, but when the right house pops up, people move fast.
Cypress Creek Lakes:
One of my personal favorites and often overlooked!
It feels newer than Fairfield or Coles Crossing without Bridgeland pricing. The location is excellent. You're right in between Towne Lake and Bridgeland, so you get quick access to both developers' commercial amenities. You also share Towne Lake schools with a much lower property tax.
Common theme with all these neighborhoods: the homes are older, so finding an updated one takes patience.
Towne Lake (Selective)
Not always cheaper than Bridgeland, but certain resale homes come in lower.
Good community feel, walkable area. You just have to be selective.
Stone Gate:
Doesn't get talked about enough.
Strong Schools, Mature trees. A large golf course. Very approachable price points.
A good option for families who want affordability more than newness.
If you are curious to see what other neighborhoods are really good in Cypress based on your needs, feel free to reach out through the contact page or check out my YouTube channel for up-to-date videos of Cypress.