Best Sugar land Texas NeighborhoodsOne of Houston’s Best Suburbs, Sugar Land is also among the fastest-growing cities in Texas thanks to its re-developed commercial districts and master-planned communities.
Sugar Land is one of Houston’s Best Suburbs. The area remains popular due to its master-planned communities, diverse housing options, and great schools. Many of top Sugar Land neighborhoods maintain their small town vibe while providing easy access to big city amenities.
Sugar Land has plenty of open spaces, well-maintained parks, and lakes for recreational use. At the heart of the city is the Sugar Land Town Square, a 32-acre office and shopping complex. The city is also home of the First Colony Mall, a regional shopping center with a large array of shopping and dining opportunities as well as a 24-screen AMC Theatre complex. Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Center is the first state-of-the-art, indoor performance venue in the region.
The development of commercial centers in the area is one of the factors spurring Sugar Land’s growth. Initially a small town, Sugar Land has become the largest suburban city in Fort Bend County and one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas.
Sugar Land is very neighbor-centric. The prices of properties in the city will vary depending on the specific neighborhood. The area is divided into four sections: North Sugar Land (77498), Central Sugar Land (77478), West Sugar Land (77479), and South Sugar Land (77459).
To help you figure out which is the best Sugar Land neighborhood for you, we’ve compiled the the following:
- Best Sugar Land schools;
- Best Sugar Land communities (master planned, gated and golf course communities);
- Sugar Land neighborhoods with the best 5 & 10 year appreciation rates;
- Most accessible Sugar Land neighborhoods
- Sugar Land subdivisions with the best access to retail, shopping & dining;
- Flooding information on Sugar Land neighborhoods
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You can see our rankings of the Best Sugar Land Neighborhoods below, along with our methodology and sources at the bottom of this article.
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Best Of Sugar Land: Complete Guide To Sugar Land Texas
- Sugar Land Neighborhoods Near Top Schools
- Top Sugar Land Neighborhoods With Best Amenities
- Most Accessible Sugar Land Neighborhoods
- Sugar Land Neighborhoods With Best Appreciation
- Most Expensive Sugar Land Neighborhoods
- New Construction Communities in Sugar Land
- Sugar Land: Flooding Data & Special Flood Hazard Areas
Best Sugar Land Neighborhoods Near Top Schools
Sugar Land neighborhoods are zoned to the the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD). FBISD is an award-winning school district with excellent and highly rated schools. With over 76,000 students enrolled in its 80 campuses, FBISD is the 7th largest school district in Texas.
With Sugar Land growing at a rapid pace, the FBISD trustees have recently approved rezoning various school boundaries. Due to the high number of schools serving the 170-square-mile Sugar Land area, we only listed schools with:
- defined school boundaries
- a 4 of 4 Performance Index Rating
- a 7 or higher rating (out of 10 possible) from GreatSchools.org
Top Ranked Sugar Land Elementary Schools
| School Name | GreatSchools Rating | Neighborhoods |
| Walker Station Elementary School | 10 | New Territory |
| Brazos Bend Elementary School | 10 | New Territory |
| Colony Meadows Elementary School | 10 | First Colony, Telfair |
| Susanna Dickinson Elementary School | 10 | Greatwood |
| Bess Campbell Elementary School | 10 | Greatwood |
| Cornerstone Elementary School | 10 | Telfair |
| Sienna Crossing Elementary School | 10 | Sienna Plantation |
| Scanlan Oaks Elementary School | 10 | Sienna Plantation |
| Commonwealth Elementary School | 10 | Sienna Plantation |
| Colony Bend Elementary School | 9 | First Colony, Sweetwater |
| Austin Parkway Elementary School | 9 | First Colony, Riverstone |
Top Ranked Sugar Land Middle Schools
The list of the best middle schools serving the Sugar Land area below only includes public middle schools with defined school boundary maps, have a 4 of 4 Performance Index Rating, and a 7, 8, 9 or 10 rating (of 10 possible) from GreatSchools.org. (See more Best Houston Neighborhoods With Top Ranked Schools)
| School Name | GreatSchools Rating | Neighborhoods |
| Sartartia Middle School | 10 | New Territory, Telfair |
| Fort Settlement Middle School | 10 | Avalon, Commonwealth, First Colony, Riverstone, Telfair |
| First Colony Middle School | 9 | First Colony, Riverstone, Sweetwater |
| Reading Junior High School | 9 | Greatwood |
| Dulles Middle School | 8 | Lake Pointe |
| Billy Baines Middle School | 7 | Sienna Plantation |
Top Ranked Sugar Land High Schools
The list of the best high schools serving the Sugar Land area below only includes public high schools with defined school boundary maps, have a 4 of 4 Performance Index Rating, and a 7, 8, 9, or 10 rating (of 10 possible) from GreatSchools.org. (See more Best Houston Neighborhoods With Top Ranked Schools)
| School Name | GreatSchools Rating | Neighborhoods |
| Clements High School | 9 | Avalon, Telfair, Sweetwater, Commonwealth, First Colony |
| Stephen F Austin High School | 9 | New Territory |
| George Ranch High School | 8 | Greatwood |
| Dulles High School | 8 | Lake Pointe |
| Lawrence E Elkins High School | 7 | Riverstone |
| Ridge Point High School | 7 | Sienna Plantation |
To find an updated listing of all Sugar Land real estate zoned to any specific public school, please send an email to Paige Martin at [email protected].
*Note: School zoning tends to change from year to year, information provided above are accurate but not guaranteed. Please double check by visiting the school’s website.
1. First Colony
The mixed-use master-planned community First Colony spans more than 9,700 acres in southern Sugar Land, with some neighborhoods in Missouri City.
First Colony was developed by Sugarland Properties Inc., some 4.5 miles from the city of Sugar Land. The community is beautifully landscaped and surrounded by well-maintained tree-lined streets, lush parks, and lakes. Top elementary schools zoned to First Colony include Colony Meadows, Colony Bend, and Austin Parkway. Most of the neighborhood is also served by First Colony Middle School, and Clements High School.
Residents of First Colony have easy access to First Colony Mall, a 1,110,000 sq ft regional shopping mall anchored by two Dillard’s locations, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Macy’s, and JCPenney. It also features a 24-screen AMC Theatres complex southeast of the mall.
First Colony properties include custom estates, luxury homes, townhome communities, and apartment complexes.
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2. Telfair
One of the newest master-planned communities in Sugar Land, Telfair covers an area of 2,018 acres with over 250 acres dedicated to parks, lakes, and playgrounds.
Telfair is a multi-award winning development from Newland Communities situated some 4 miles south of the city of Sugar Land. High performing schools zoned to Telfair include Cornerstone Elementary, Colony Meadows Elementary, Fort Settlement Middle School, Sartartia Middle School, and Clements High School.
There are also plenty of notable private schools near Telfair, including Telfair Montessori, Clavary Episcopal Preparatory, Cornerstone Christian Academy, Trent InternationalE School, and Fort Bend Christian Academy.
Telfair residents can enjoy a 70-acre lake and park system for leisure. The neighborhood also has three recreational hubs with amenities such as swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, and meeting rooms. The Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land can also be found in Telfair.
Residential areas in Telfair are mostly made up of single-family homes. Options include patio homes, lakefront estates, and luxury villas.
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3. New Territory
Located just 30 minutes from Houston, New Territory is another one of the newest master-planned communities in Sugar Land.
New Territory cover 3,072 acres in eastern Fort Bend County and is within the West Division of the Fort Bend Independent School District. Schools zoned to New Territory include Walker Station Elementary School, Brazos Bend Elementary School, and Stephen F Austin High School. All of New Territory is zoned to Sartartia Middle School.
New Territory is a family-oriented community offering quality leisure and recreational programs. The area features over 450 acres of parks, jogging trails, lakes, and greenbelts. Residents have access to an 18,000-square-foot Club, which features a full-sized gymnasium, fitness room, multi-purpose rooms, swimming pool, tennis courts, and regulation sports fields. Other amenities scattered in Telfair neighborhoods include a large Sports Complex, pocket parks, and playgrounds.
Homes for sale in New Territory are typically traditional two-story homes with a few Mediterranean homes. Gated and waterfront homes are available.
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4. Riverstone
Riverstone is a master-planned residential community in Fort Bend County served by some of the most highly acclaimed schools in FBISD.
Schools zoned to Riverstone include Austin Parkway Elementary School, Fort Settlement Middle School, and Lawrence E Elkins High School. Private Schools in Riverstone include Casa Dei Bambini Montessori and Kids R Kids Learning Academy of Riverstone. There are also several other private schools in the surrounding area, including Fort Bend Christian Academy and Primrose School of First Colony.
Residents of Riverstone can enjoy large open spaces and lakes for leisure and recreation. The Club provides a fitness center, tennis courts, a pool with water slides, and a nature-themed playground with a zip line and suspended rope bridge.
Riverstone properties include traditional single-family homes, patio homes, townhomes, and lakefront estate-style homes.
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5. Sweetwater
Sweetwater Sugar Land is an upscale golfing community within the First Colony, just southwest of Houston.
High-performing schools zoned to Sweetwater include Colony Bend Elementary School, First Colony Middle School, and Clements High School.
Sweetwater homes have great accessibility to retail and entertainment centers, including Sugar Land Town Town Square Plaza and First Colony Mall. Residents can also enjoy on-site amenities such as a golf course and country club, swimming pools, lakes, parks, and greenbelts. The community is less than 15 minutes away from major medical facilities including Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, and St. Luke’s Hospital.
Most homes in Sweetwater were built in the 1980s, with the exception of some homes in Sweetwater Estates that were built in this decade.
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6. Avalon
Spanning approximately 427 acres on the southeast side of State Highway 6, Avalon is a beautiful neighborhood consisting of five subdivisions: Enclave at Waters of Avalon, Gardens of Avalon, Meadows of Avalon, Villages of Avalon, and Waters of Avalons.
Avalon is zoned to some of the best performing schools in Sugar Land based on their GreatSchools scores. Prestigious schools serving Avalon are Clements High School, Commonwealth Elementary School, and Fort Settlement Middle School.
Many of Avalon’s amenities can be found at the central clubhouse and recreation center. At the clubhouse is a beautiful lagoon-style public pool, tennis courts, and fishing ponds. Kayaking and canoeing are also available at the community’s expansive lake system, while families who would rather stay on dry land can enjoy hiking and biking trails.
Traditional and contemporary/modern style single-family homes built between the late 1990s and mid-2000s are common. There are also waterfront homes available for sale in Avalon.
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7. Greatwood
Greatwood is a master-planned golf course community spanning over a 2,050-acre area south of Highway 59.
The community is zoned to several highly rated schools in the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD), which ranks even higher than Fort Bend Independent School District. Noteable schools serving Greawood are Susanna Dickinson Elementary School, Bess Campbell Elementary School, Reading Junior High School and George Ranch High School. There are also Houston private schools near the community such as Riverbend Montessori School, The Honor Roll School, St. Laurence Catholic School, and The Walden School.
Greatwood has easy access to downton Sugar Land to the northeast and Rosenberg to the west thanks to its great location along Southwest Freeway. The neighborhood is also a few minutes away from Grand Parkway’s expansion, US Alt 90, and Highway 6.
Greatwood has more than 4,100 homes over 29 neighborhoods, ranging from traditional one-story homes to more upscale estate-style properties.
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8. Sienna Plantation
One of the best golf communities outside the Beltway, Sienna Plantation is a 10,000-acre master-planned community in Missouri City.
High-ranking schools serving Sienna Plantation include Sienna Crossing Elementary School, Scanlan Oaks Elementary School, and Commonwealth Elementary School. The community is also zoned to Billy Baines Middle School and Ridge Point High School.
Sienna Plantation is home to more than 100 acres of parks, miles of walking trails, waterparks, and the Sienna Plantation Golf Club. Residents can enjoy sports fields, batting cages, tennis courts, gymnasiums, fitness centers, and playgrounds.
There is a wide variety of options for properties in Sienna Plantation, including homes from reputable builders by Perry Homes, Newmark Homes, Taylor Morrison, and Fairmont Homes. Patio and large estate-style homes are available.
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Top Sugar Land Neighborhoods With Best Amenities
1. Greatwood
Greatwood is anchored by the Greatwood Golf Club. The premier golf course is an 18-hole par 72 Carlton Gipson-designed course with unique greens. white sand bunkers, and par-3 courses. The golf course also features a restaurant and a clubhouse that is open for events.
Residents of Greatwood can enjoy plenty of amenities. This includes 13 playgrounds, 12 community parks, 3 swimming pools, 3 recreational centers, hike-and-bike trails, and sports fields. The River Park Shopping Center is a grocery-anchored shopping center serving Greatwood. The mall houses 30 shops, including restaurants, a fitness center, a GameStop store, and a Dollar Tree store.
The community is also near three major hospitals and has an assisted living facility, perfect for professionals in the medical field and residents who require these facilities.
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2. New Territory
New Territory is home to 450 acres of parks, lakes, and greenbelts. The neighborhood offers recreation programs for its residents at the 18,000 sq. ft. Club facility. The Club features a full-size gymnasium, a fitness room, meeting/multi-purpose rooms, and locker rooms. The complex also includes a swimming pool, a playground, tennis courts, and regulation sports fields.
New Territory also has a Sports Complex with 9 soccer fields, 4 baseball/softball fields, and a pavilion. Other Recreation Centers serving New Territory are in Cunningham Cree, Ellis Ceek, and Anderson Park, all of which have pools and two with lighted tennis courts. Nearby is River Park Shopping Center is also very accessible to residents of New Territory.
3. Riverstone
Riverstone is a master-planned residential community in Fort Bend County with one of the nation’s top-selling developments, in part due to its luxurious homes and resort-style amenities.
The area features 500 acres of open space for recreation and more than 200 acres of lakes. Riverstone residents have access to the 17-acre recreational hub called The Club, located just off University Boulevard. The facility comprises of an 8000 sq.ft. clubhouse with a fitness center, fitness classes, eight tennis courts, meeting rooms, and a catering kitchen. The Club also features a resort-style pool with twisting water slides, spray elements, a zero-entry lagoon, and a splash pad. Another recreational facility residents can enjoy at The Club is Big Adventure Park, a nature-themed playground with a zip line and suspended rope bridge.
Other pools in Riverstone are located at the Creekstone Village Recreation Center and the Riverstone Boulevard Recreation Center.
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4. Telfair
Among the newest communities in Sugar Land, Telfair devotes more than 300 of its 2,018 acres to amenities such as trails, lakes, parks, and recreational centers. Telfair’s 70-acre lake and park system meanders throughout the area, available for outdoor activities.
Exclusive to Telfair residents are facilities in the Telfair Central Hall, located near New Territory Boulevard and University Boulevard. The 9,545-square-foot Greek Revival-inspired recreation center features a banquet hall, a fitness center with cardio equipment, free weights, and weight machines, tennis courts, a swimming pool with slides, and meeting rooms. Other amenities can be found at the Jurgensen Recreation Center, which has a playground for young children and a pool; and Central Hall, which features a fitness center and a complex with tennis courts, canoe launch, and a swimming pool with slides, splash pads, and a zero-entry wading area. The Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land can also be found in Telfair.
Less than a ten-minute drive away is the Smart Financial Center, a 200,000-square-foot state-of-the-art indoor performance venue. The concert hall ranked #1 in “Houston’s Hottest Music Venues in 2017” by the Houston Press and hosts concerts, theatrically-staged Broadway productions, comedy artists, family shows, and other cultural and performing arts. Other attractions accessible to Telfair residents include First Colony Mall, Constellation Park, Sugar Land Town Square, and Riverpark Shopping Center, all of which are within a ten-minute drive away.
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5. Sienna Plantation
Sienna Plantation is a master-planned community by Johnson Development Corp. in Missouri City. The neighborhood is known for its many amenities and leisure opportunities, and easy access to shopping, dining, and professional services.
With approximately 3,000 acres of green space, residents can enjoy more than 20 developed parks, biking and walking trails, and a lakeside ampitheater. Camp Sienna is a sports complex that offers baseball, soccer, volleyball, and basketball. The 12-acre Club Sienna Recreation Complex on the other hand features a junior Olympic pool, water slides, diving wells, and lighted tennis courts. Other pools in Sienna Plantation can be found at the Sienna Springs Resort Pool, Brushy Lake Recreation Area, and Steep Bank Facility.
One of Sienna Plantation’s newest facilities is Sawmill Lake Club & Fitness Center, located on Sawmill Lake. Residents can join the 18-hole semi-private Sienna Plantation Golf Club.
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Most Accessible Sugar Land Neighborhoods
1. Imperial Sugar Land
A master-planned community by Johnson Development Corp, Imperial Sugar Land is a mixed-use development that incorporates residential, retail, entertainment, and office components.
It is situated in the northeast corner of Highway 90A and Highway 6, west of Highway 59, and is 18 miles southwest of Houston. This provides Imperial Sugar Land residents with easy access to the downtown and plenty of nearby Sugar Land attractions. Constellation Field, home of the Sugar Land Skeeters, is five minutes away.
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2. Greatwood
Greatwood is known for its 18-hole Greatwood Golf Club, country club lifestyle, and accessibility to three major hospitals and an assisted living facility. The Riverpark Shopping Center and its 40+ retail and dining establishments are only a five-minute drive away.
Located in eastern Fort Bend County, Greatwood is bounded on the north by Interstate 69/US Route 59, and on the west by Crabb River Road. The community is situated southwest of the city of Sugar Land, with Telfair approximately 3 km in the northeast. This provides Greatwood residents with easy access to downtown Sugar Land. It also allows for easy access to the commercial establishments lining Highway 59 and Crabb River Road. About a 20-minute drive from the community are Highway 6, and US 90 Alt. Grand Parkway (State Highway 99) is less than an hour’s drive away.
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3. Avalon
Situated on the southeast side of State Highway 6, the picturesque community of Avalon is surrounded by several acres of lakes. It is located just a few miles east of Interstate 59, providing residents of Avalon with easy access to downtown Sugar Land and the greater Houston area.
Avalon is a fifteen-minute drive away from Constellation Field, home of the Sugar Land Skeeters minor league baseball, the Houston Museum of Science, and the First Colony Mall. Major grocery stores nearby include Costco, Krogers, Super Wal-Mart, and Sams Club.
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Sugar Land Neighborhoods With Best Appreciation
| Neighborhood | Median Home Sale Price |
5-Year Appreciation
|
| Sugar Lakes | $492,000.00 | 26% |
| Venetian Estates | $630,000.00 | 22% |
| Sugar Creek | $359,000.00 | 22% |
| The Highlands | $222,000.00 | 20% |
| Riverpark | $267,000.00 | 12% |
Sugar Lakes
5-year sale price appreciation: 26%
10-year sale price appreciation: 62%
Situated just off US-59 South of Houston, Sugar Lakes is a 330-acre waterfront community with strong appreciation rates. It is popular for the surrounding picturesque lakes and nature reserves and has experienced a 26% increase in appreciation rates over the last five years.
Sugar Lakes 10-Year Real Estate Appreciation
Venetian Estates
5-year sale price appreciation: 22%
10-year sale price appreciation: 38%
Surrounded by dining, shopping, and entertainment venues, Venetian Estate is zoned to three well-performing schools: Highlands Elementary, Dulles Middle School, and Dulles High School. Venetian Estates homes experienced a 22% increase in appreciation rates over the last five years.
Venetian Estates 10-Year Real Estate Appreciation
Sugar Creek
5-year sale price appreciation: 22%
10-year sale price appreciation: 40%
Sugar Creek is home to the Sugar Creek Country Club, one of the most recognized private clubs in Fort Bend County. The community’s great accessibility, waterfront homes, and quaint bungalows make have added to Sugar Creek’s desirability. Sugar Creek homes experienced a 22% increase in appreciation rates over the last five years.
Sugar Creek 10-Year Real Estate Appreciation
The Highlands
5-year sale price appreciation: 20%
10-year sale price appreciation: 53%
Situated at Williams Trace and Lexington boulevards, The Highlands is another neighborhood with strong appreciation rates. It has easy access to I-69, and is home of the Highlands Elementary. The Highlands has experienced a 20% increase in appreciation rates over the last five years.
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