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Old 01-21-2008, 07:17 PM
 
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Hello,

My husband and I live in Red Deer Alberta Canada, he is being transferred to Texas to the Conroe office of the Company he works for. We are trying to find homes, in or around the area, but would really love some advice on what towns/counties etc that come recommended and why. Are some towns nicer than others? Are some more expensive to live in? Any advice or personal opinion someone could offer us on what areas, we should either be looking IN or looking to avoid would be greatly appreciated. Neither one of us has a clue about Texas living.

Thank you for any help you can offer.

Nicole
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Old 01-22-2008, 08:29 AM
 
Location: Dallas, Texas
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I know where Conroe is but don't know enough about it to comment. If you haven't done so already, you ought to post your question on the Houston forum. You'll get a lot of responses there since Conroe is part of the Houston metro area. Good luck!
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Old 01-22-2008, 10:56 AM
 
Location: A little suburb of Houston
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Well, the Woodlands is probably your best off the cuff choice but it depends on what you like. What ammenities are you looking for? Schools important? Do you prefer a rural setting or more urban setting?
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Old 01-22-2008, 12:20 PM
 
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The Woodlands is definitely the 'upscale' city (town) in that part of the world......great schools, safe commnity, nice trees, landscaping, etc. If you prefer a more rural setting, there are some very nice home around Lake Conroe.....beautiful setting.

You are in for a major climate change! Hot, hot, hot and very humid in that area!! But you play outdoors year round!
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Old 01-23-2008, 07:18 AM
 
Location: Powell, WY
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Conroe is sooooo crowded! The traffic through Conroe and the Woodlands is so bad! There are little country towns around Conroe, like Willis, Cleveland (not great for schools, though), New Caney (good schools and affordable housing), Splendora, etc.
The Woodlands is very nice, but it's getting pricey out there. There's lots of shopping and conveniences, but the getting around is a pain!
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Old 02-22-2008, 02:15 PM
 
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Montgomery would be my first choice. Great schools, close to Lake Conroe and a short drive to Conroe. There are several great subdivisions located in the Montgomery area.
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Old 02-23-2008, 04:13 PM
 
Location: SE Texas
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Depends on what kind of drive time you are willing to take. I work in Conroe, live in a area called Tarkington Prairie. 45 minute drive to Conroe. Same to Humble area and about an hour to Downtown Houston. Great school district. Cleveland is 10 minutes away for me personally. I was raised here and love it. I don't intend on moving closer to Conroe for a shorter drive.
Its a rural area, so if you want a more urban area I suggest Montgomery, West side of Conroe near the lake, Shenandoah/Woodlands, Oak Ridge. New Caney area also has some new developments, the only downside is US 59 is under construction in the area and traffic is a bit of a mess. In a couple years the drive will be nice, when it is complete. Willis area out near the lake is nice too.
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Old 02-24-2008, 06:12 PM
 
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I work in Conroe and live in Shepherd, Tx. (San Jacinto county) It is about 45 minutes to work for me but really an easy drive as I am only on Highway 59 about 15 miles then take the highway 105 on into Conroe then the North Loop. It is 40 miles from my house to my job in Conroe. San Jacinto county has the least expensive property taxes of any of the surrounding counties. That is a major factor around here. As far as lakes go, you can find lakes of all sizes all over Texas! Welcome!! JJ
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Old 04-02-2008, 05:57 AM
 
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We moved to Willis in the early 90's. If I could do it over again I would definitely go to Montgomery as well.
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Old 04-02-2008, 07:14 AM
 
Location: SW France
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Funny- when I first read the thread I thought of Montgomery. Seems a nice place.
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