If you’re new to the Houston metropolitan area and you’re looking for a home that’s far enough away from the city for peace and quiet but close enough to commute to a new job, consider looking at homes for sale in Montgomery TX. Montgomery may look like a small dot on the map, but it’s chock-full of Texas history and charm and has a variety of homes to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a modest, ranch-style home or a grand estate on the water, you’ll find it in or around Montgomery.
Montgomery is one of the oldest cities in Texas. It was founded in 1837 by W.W. Shepperd in partnership with Major John Wyatt Moody. According to a notice run in the local newspaper when land lots in Montgomery went on sale, ‘Montgomery is the county site (sic) of the most flourishing, populous and intelligent county in the Republic.’ Montgomery’s growth continued as a steady pace through the 1900s; but later, when the Montgomery County seat moved to Conroe and new railroad lines bypassed the city, the growth ground to a halt and it returned to being the small town it started as. Regardless of its size, Montgomery will always be known as the birthplace of Texas’ Lone Star flag. The flag was designed by Dr. Charles B. Stewart, a local doctor who served on a special committee of the Republic charged with designing a new flag, and was adopted in 1839.
Montgomery is small, but the population has grown by 42 percent in the last ten years and with that comes more home construction. That’s why you’ll find such a great selection when you look at homes for sale in Montgomery TX and the surrounding area. Plus, you’ll find all of the conveniences you need close by like supermarkets, banks, doctors and dentists. Montgomery also has an array of quaint boutiques, shops and restaurants. If it’s green space and outdoor family fun you’re looking for, Montgomery has three public parks and is located near Lake Conroe, which offers the opportunity for even more recreation with boating, swimming and fishing.
Historic downtown Montgomery is host to many different fun activities for singles, couples and families. On the first Saturday of every month, you can browse Lone Star 1st Saturdays outdoor market. Freedom Fest is celebrated every July and in December, Christmas in Montgomery includes a parade, breakfast with Santa and a cookie walk. Two local wineries offer tastings and tours and participate in the annual Wine & Music Fest held every September.
There really is no reason not to look at homes for sale in Montgomery TX. With everything the city and the surrounding area have to offer, you can be sure that you and your family will be happy there for many, many years. To get started, call realtor Shelly Shillings at 936-755-4000 and visit www.shelly-shillings.com for an online home search.
Homes for sale Montgomery TX
Shelly Shillings
14602 FM 1097 Rd W.
Willis, Texas 77318
(936) 755-4000