Houston and surrounding Harris County comprise a huge amount of territory. The metropolitan area is among the largest in the country, and the county is home to extremely well-known communities such as Humble and Kingwood. Also counted among these nearby suburbs is Spring, a city with a history dating back to 1840.

Today, Spring continues to attract homebuyers who want to live in the Houston area but prefer the less populated edges of the metropolitan area. If you’ve been considering buying a home around Houston, then here are five reasons you should consider Spring.

The History

Photo courtesy of Old Town Spring

Spring was first established as a trading post, but by 1840, it was a town of 153 residents. It then became home to German immigrants moving into the area, but the population especially benefited from the railroad lines nearby. 

If you’re a lover of history and want to see what life was like at the turn of the century, Old Town Spring allows visitors to get a glimpse at what buildings looked like from this era. Many of the structures in Old Town Spring are over a hundred years old, and today these buildings serve as places where people can buy anything from clothing to antiques. While walking around the old town, you can learn about the legends and lore that are popular with Spring locals. 

The Greenspaces

Photo courtesy of Mercer Botanic Gardens

Often, one of the reasons why people choose to live outside the city is to remain closer to nature. If you’re hoping to live close to forests, grassy plains, and winding rivers, Spring may be the place for you. Mercer Botanic Gardens has been under the ownership of Harris County since 1984 and has seen steady growth. Today, it encompasses more than 300 acres. The botanic garden itself is dedicated to 20 acres of daylilies, bamboo, tropical plants, and other diverse plant life.

Nearby, residents can also enjoy the Spring Creek Greenway. The trails follow Spring Creek and offer 12 miles of forest and beaches where residents can enjoy themselves. 

The Water Attractions

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Residents of Spring always have the option of visiting Spring Creek. However, families can also travel to Hart Pundt Lake. Visitors can fish at the lakes for white bass, crappie, and catfish. There are also numerous other lakes and ponds in the area where visitors can relax, enjoy the shores, and cast a fishing line. 

Residents of Spring are also right next door to Wet n’ Wild Splashtown. With its thrilling rides, lazy rivers, and family-friendly attractions, this water park is a memorable experience for families to enjoy when summer heat rolls around.

The Diverse Homes

Without question, Spring is a good choice for homebuyers of almost any budget. The lower-priced homes in the area run as low as $100,000, while others run into the millions. Not only do these homes cover a broad range of prices, but they cover a diverse range of styles as well. That shouldn’t be surprising, since some homes are recently constructed properties while others are homes that date back to the 1800s. French, colonial, and traditional are only a few of the home styles that you’ll find in the area. 

The Planned Communities

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If you’re hoping to find a home where you can also become part a local community and access plenty of amenities, you can check out one of Spring’s several master-planned communities. Woodson’s Reserve provides residents with a fitness center, tennis courts, swimming pools, and a multiuse clubhouse. Windrose Eaglewood offers its residents a natural lake with a fishing pier, plenty of walking trails, and both volleyball courts and soccer fields. There is also Harmony, which has a recreation center of its own, a barefoot park, and a pool complex as well as convenient access to the Spring Creek Greenway. Each of these communities has plenty to offer their residents, and each provides access to the many attractions found in Spring.