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A League City, Texas Profile--Available residential Listings are at the bottom of this article

Nestled just off Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico is League City, TX, the largest town in the area (including Galveston) with slightly over 70,000 residents. League City was established in 1876 and so named by a Mr. J.C. League. It is a quiet, wholesome place and in 2006 was rated among the top 100 best places to live. Mostly middle class with an annual household income of just over $80,000 (2008 survey) and perhaps it’s prosaic, but League City is Middle America, personified.

What are the People, Potential Neighbors like?
League City is middle class, with over 35% having earned at least a bachelor’s degree. In terms of its ethnic makeup the following is a profile as of 2008:

White - 53,122 (68.6%)
Hispanic - 12,694 (16.4%)
Asian - 4,887 ( 6.3%)
Black - 4,617 ( 6.0%)

The estimated median home or condo value in 2008 was $188,200 and the average home sale price recorded as of December 2009 was $208,210. As a middle class town, League City residents have, on average a 29 minute commute to work. Most residents work within Houston, located 15 milers to the north. League City however, is home to numerous small businesses and professionals working near League City’s downtown area where stately, 100 year old oak trees line the street.

League City Profile: Education
There are numerous elementary schools, middle schools and 4 high schools in League City. League City is a community placing a high value on education with more than 80% of all high school entering college upon graduation. The average SAT score in both school districts in the city for 2008 was 1016. Another important factor for someone looking to attend college or night school is that within 30 miles of League City there are five major universities and 24 colleges.

Three of the area’s best known universities, Rice University and the University of Houston, along with Texas A&M, conduct research in both business and technical areas and provide an impressive number of highly qualified graduates. The total college enrollment in the area exceeds 200,000 students. Many of the companies in the area have arranged joint training and/or programs with the colleges for many of the company employees.

Enjoy Being Close to One of the Top Universities in the Country in Houston, Texas

The University of Houston was established in 1927 and has been providing residents of Houston and those all over the country with top notch educations. The Princeton Review has named the university one of the best colleges in America. It has also been awarded one of the top 50 American research universities and is in the top 300 of academic ranking among universities all over the world. In Houston, we do not take education lightly! The university is dedicated to informing young people about the world, while helping them develop the skills they need to become responsible citizens.

College can be a great expense for parents and you shouldn't have to settle for less than the best for your child's education. Living in Houston gives the whole family the opportunity to relish in a cultured atmosphere while giving the younger members of the family the opportunity for in-state tuition to great schools like the University of Houston. When you take advantage of the beautiful League City TX homes for sale, you will hardly feel like you're making sacrifices for your child's education! These gorgeous Pearland Texas homes and Friendswood homes will provide you with all of the space you need at an affordable price. Clear Lake TX real estate will also put you right in the action of the top Texas universities.

Hospitals, Medical Center and Practitioners in League City:
The League City area has two modern hospitals with Life Flight capability and over 40 medical groups or clinics. With over 500 physicians, surgeons, and general practitioners, League City also has over 150 dentists covering a wide range of dental specialties.

Extreme medical emergencies or illnesses that requiring specialized treatment can be handled at the Texas Medical Center in Houston. This is only ten minutes north via Life Flight helicopter. The area is also only 15 minutes by helicopter from the Shriner Children’s Hospital and the Burn Center in Galveston.

Shopping and Restaurant Facilities
Within ten miles of League City, there are major shopping centers and hundreds of privately owned brand name major stores and specialty shops. Some of these can be found under the 100-year-old majestic oaks on Main Street. Here you’ll find a number of shops and stores providing merchandise covering everything from turn of the century to modern fashions. Also located here are curio, gift shops, card shops, antique stores, tea rooms, and stores that sell scented specialty candles.

Within an immediate 3-mile radius of League City, there are well over 125 theme restaurants and eateries. For those seeking a formal dining experiences or just a casual meal, League City will meet one’s expectations.

Recreational, Cultural Facilities and Libraries
League City has one of the largest public libraries in Galveston County. Helen Hall Library is located near State Highway 3. The City also has an abundance of parks and recreational facilities. There are more than 21 homeowner parks within the various subdivisions throughout the community and over 620 acres of public parks within League City.

Golfing, Sailing, Cruising and Boat Dockage
There are three major golf courses from 18 to 27 holes, located at Beacon Lakes, Magnolia Creek and South Shore Harbour offering both day and night time play. With four marinas, League City’s location on Clear Lake offers easy access for many boating activities with more than 7,000 recreational boats. This is the third-largest concentration in the country! You can find dinner cruises, fishing charters, diving and boat rentals at any one of the fifteen marinas located around Clear Lake.

Area Attractions
While League City is not normally known as a tourist destination there are numerous visitor attractions worth considering. There is the aforementioned Main Street Historic District, the Big League Dreams Sports Park, Butler Longhorn Museum and Kemah Boardwalk & Waterfront area located just a little northeast of League City.

Directly on the Gulf of Mexico is Galveston Island, with numerous gulf beaches. There are nature centers, recreation areas, race tracks and wild life parks all within a short drive from League City. Certainly, one of the standout attractions is the Houston Space Center and NASA which is home to one of our nation’s greatest accomplishments.

All in all League City is a gem among places to live with a proud cultural and historic heritage…and best of all, it’s in Texas!

Housing: Rentals and Real Estate for Sale

There are numerous neighborhoods, housing developments and apartment rental complexes throughout League City. With a median monthly rental of $971 as of 2008, for instance, there are many excellent choices for those desiring to initially rent in League City. A short sampling depicted below of units in and around the city can meet almost anyone’s budget:

Crow's Nest
• Price: $590-$940
• Bedrooms: 1 - 2

Harbor Walk
• Price: $729-$1089
• Bedrooms: 2 - 3

The Fairways at South Shore
• Price: $675-$1375
• Bedrooms: 1 - 3

Huntcliff
• Price: $584-$1099
• Bedrooms: 1 - 3

There are also homes that are also available for rent, at very attractive rates in the current real estate climate.

For those desiring to purchase a home, the choices are almost endless. There are many newer and slightly older homes in such areas as Westover Park, Harbour Park, Magnolia Creek South Shore Harbour and Countryside with prices varying from $119,000 for a 1,500 sq foot slightly older home to $330,000 for a newer 4 Br 3½ bath “executive” home. 

Certainly, a potential home owner can find more grandiose, waterfront digs on any one of several lakes or even on Galveston Bay to the east of League City. But for the most part, housing in League City, while more expensive than many other locales in Texas, on average, is still a bargain when compared with the northeast or the far west of the country.

All in all League City is a gem among places to live with a proud cultural and historic heritage…and best of all, it’s in Texas!

League City Residential Listings below.