Friendswood and Diversity (Houston, League City, Katy: fit in, new house, neighborhoods)

[desai216]

Hi,

We are a young Asian Indian Family that is planning on moving to Houston by Summer from Cali. We've got a 2 and 4 year old and wanted them to have great schools,safe environment, family oriented place to grow up. Also, my husband will be working at NASA, so we need 20m commute or so.
I was wondering from what I was reading, how well we'd fit into Friendswood? Also, what is flooding like there? and has anyone ever heard of West Ranch and what do you know about it?

Thanks so much!

The Patels

[texas7]

Your family will fit in just fine in Friendswood and certain areas are prone to flooding while others will stay dry. Schools are very good. The schools in League City and the family environment would suit your needs as well in the event you don't find a neighborhood you like in Friendswood. Most streets in the greater Houston area tend to flood during hard rains in a short amount of time but just because the street does, doesn't mean your home will. Just check out the flood history of the area that you plan to move to. The Friendswood area flooded signficantly in either '78 or '79. Again, not all areas of it though.

[tstone]

What is your personal definition of ''diversity?'' Everyone's differs, and I ask simply because Friendswood is 90% white:

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It can be pretty country in some spots, but it's a professional bedroom community for the most part. (skip over Forest Bend) If you found one of those neighborhoods zoned to Clear Creek ISD (a good + diverse school district) you'll be just fine.

[cnf2532]

Texas is a blend of many cultures- thank goodness! I think you will find Friendswood and the area ot be great. As far as flooding, try to stay with a much new neighborhood- they must adhere to the new and very strick overflo regulations set by the stae/county/city.

[skabbaraju]

Originally Posted by desai216

Hi,

We are a young Asian Indian Family that is planning on moving to Houston by Summer from Cali. We've got a 2 and 4 year old and wanted them to have great schools,safe environment, family oriented place to grow up. Also, my husband will be working at NASA, so we need 20m commute or so.
I was wondering from what I was reading, how well we'd fit into Friendswood? Also, what is flooding like there? and has anyone ever heard of West Ranch and what do you know about it?

Thanks so much!

The Patels

SO, where did u eventually move to? we are new to friendswood area and are looking to buy a house in the San Joaquin Lake area? Any suggestions?

[deckhanddavy]

I grew up in Friendswood and frequent there to visit my family every couple weeks. Friendswood is kept up very very well, is a clean and safe environment for most families, and has tons of amenities. Also, Friendswood is continuing to expand its residential areas with new high end communities. Downtown Friendswood has a lot of civic activities and overall, I would say is perfect for families. My fiance ended up loving Friendswood because of the established feel to it, the people and very laid back atmostphere...it's very much a friendly suburban city that has accommodations for pretty much anything you may be looking for.

Also, across from the Friendswood (east of hwy 45) is the Bay Area. I love the Bay Area. You have quick access to Kemah Boardwalk, Bay Area park, and the water. The Bay Area is rich in community events, family activities and great shops. I'm building a new house in Katy, but if distance to work was not an issue, I would most definitely be building in Friendswood...you truly can't go wrong there.

[DanielWayne]

Originally Posted by skabbaraju

SO, where did u eventually move to? we are new to friendswood area and are looking to buy a house in the San Joaquin Lake area? Any suggestions?

They may have moved out by now (from 2007) since NASA is about to lose a large amount of it's workforce. If the San Joaquin Lake area is in your budget, then you really can't go wrong with Friendswood.