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| What The Woodlands is like for active adults |
The Woodlands in Texas, about 30 miles north of Houston often makes the lists of "best" retirement communities. The reasons are fairly obvious - the cluster of planned towns is attractive, pleasant, and has something to offer everyone. These master planned communities offer every type of housing option from hotels to single families. Active adults 55+ can live in a golfing community or in a tree-filled small town. There is plenty of good shopping, restaurants, and activities. And the attractions of Houston are just a short drive away down Interstate 45 or the Hardy Toll Road. The Woodlands is actually comprised of 8 villages and The Town Center.
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Real estate prices reflect the desirability of the community, but there seems to be something for everyone. You can rent a condo for as little as just over $1000/month or you can buy a milliion dollar plus single family home - with everthing in return. A search of Yahoo Real Estate in 2007 showed 625 listings on the MLS at a median asking price of $360,000. There were 235 classified listings at a median price of $278,000.
For more, try this review of Athens, one of Texas's Certified Retirement Communities. |
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| What is special about this community |
| Masterplanned community built around the old town square concept. There is a housing choice and an activity for everyone. The bright lights of Houston are just a short drive away. Schools are very good except for special needs children. |
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| What is not special about this community |
| Somewhat homogenous. Humidity runs 80% frequently; risk of hurricanes and tornados; summer heat. |
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| Many businesses have chosen to locate here because of its pleasant environment and affluent, skilled population. |
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| Physical environment |
| Just about everything you would want. The Mitchell Pavillion features performing arts in an outdoor setting. Walking and biking trails, golf, a lake, community center, and a hospital. |
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| Cultural environment |
| Mitchell Pavilion offers local performing arts and it is a short drive to all of Houston's offerings. The Children's Museum of Houston has opened a branch in The Woodlands Mall. The Woodlands Symphony performs Fall and Spring: the Houston Symphony performs at Mitchell Pavilion in the summer; many shows in the summer are free. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Memorial Hermann Hospital is a 24 hour acute care facility with 92 beds. There is also the Sadler Clinic, Conroe Regional Medical Center, and The Woodlands Healthcare Center (convalescent and nursing with over 200 beds). |
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| Transportation |
| I 45 and the Hardy Toll Road lead to Houston. Bush International Airport is 30 miles away. No mass transportation in the county except park and ride buses to Houston Monday through Friday. |
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Active Adult Communities in The Woodlands |
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| The Woodlands Active Communities |
| Facts about THE WOODLANDS | | State | : TX | | Environment | : Suburban, | | City Population | : 50,001-100,000 | | Median age of Population | : 25-44 | | Avg Jan Temperature | : 41-60 | | Median HH Income | : 80,000+ | | Average Home Price (MLS) | : $200,001-$300,000 | | Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house | : Less than 2000 | | Total Crime Index | : 81-90 (low) | | Cost of Living Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | Culture Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | State Sales Tax | : Yes | | State Income Tax | : No | | Name of the Guide | : |
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Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 3.5/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Expense:
Inexpensive to Luxury
2. Rating: 2.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Taxes:
Inexpensive to Expensive
3. Rating: 4.5/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Culture:
None to Cosmopolitan
4. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Recreation:
None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Transportation:
Boondocks to World Hub
6. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Security:
Dangerous to Ft. Knox
7. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Medical Facilities:
None to Excellent
8. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Political Situation:
Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
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