Pearland
Affordable living near the Medical Center
Pearland is a fast-growing city south of Houston that offers easy access to the Texas Medical Center and NASA's Johnson Space Center. It provides a family-friendly suburban lifestyle at price points well below many other Houston suburbs. Shadow Creek Ranch and Silverlake are popular master-planned communities. Pearland has seen significant commercial development in recent years, with new retail, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Pearland Town Center outdoor shopping area with stores, families, and a modern suburban retail feel.
Attractive, affordable new-construction home in Pearland showing good value — well-maintained, modest but appealing.
Wide shot showing the growth and development along SH-288 near Pearland, conveying accessibility and growth.
Best For
Schools
Pearland ISD has solid academic programs and newer facilities. Shadow Creek Ranch and Silverlake provide community pools, playgrounds, and trail systems. The city has invested in parks and recreation, including the Pearland Recreation Center and Centennial Park.
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Lifestyle
Dining & Entertainment
Pearland Town Center anchors the retail and dining scene. Broadway Street in Old Pearland has a growing mix of local restaurants and shops. The SH-288 corridor has seen rapid commercial development with new restaurants and entertainment options.
Commute Details
20–35 minutes to the Texas Medical Center via SH-288. 25–35 minutes to Downtown. 20–30 minutes to NASA/Clear Lake. SH-288 toll lanes have significantly improved south-side commute times.
Quick Stats
Price Range
$225K–$500K
Commute
20–35 min to Med Center
School District
Pearland ISD
Property Tax
2.3%–2.7%
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