What BestPlaces Users Say about The Woodlands
The Woodlands, Texas is a master-planned community just north of Houston that is known for its scenic nature trails, top-rated schools, and family-friendly atmosphere. With a population of over 116,000, it has been consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. However, as with any city, there are mixed opinions about living in The Woodlands. In this context, I will summarize user reviews from BestPlaces.net to provide a well-rounded perspective on the experiences of living in this particular place.
According to user reviews on BestPlaces.net, The Woodlands is praised for its beautiful surroundings and strong sense of community. One user, Sarah, describes it as "a wonderful place to raise a family with its safe neighborhoods, great schools, and endless outdoor activities." Another user, John, adds that "the trees and greenery give it a peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city." On the other hand, some users expressed concerns about the cost of living in The Woodlands. As Jake notes, "housing prices are on the higher end and property taxes can be quite steep." Similarly, another user named Kelly mentions that "the cost of living is definitely a downside, with high grocery prices and expensive entertainment options." Despite these concerns, many users still recommend The Woodlands as a great place to live. As Mary states, "the benefits of living here outweigh the costs, with great schools, a low crime rate, and plenty of activities for families to enjoy." Overall, it seems that The Woodlands offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and natural beauty, making it a desirable place to call home for many.
based on 25 ReviewsGet to know The Woodlands with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited The Woodlands
Well Designed & Family Friendly - 6/7/2006
The Woodlands is a master-planned community that is easy to get around in. In addition, the numerous parks, sidewalks, and community activites make it a very family friendly place to
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Florida to Texas - 5/29/2006
We're not moving to The Woodlands, Texas out of disatisfaction but out of great anticipation for a quality of life that, otherwise, we'd have to wait five or more years for. We built three homes in two years at the height of the building boom in the fastest growing county (for over a year)in the nation. But visiting family in The Woodlands several times over the past three years made us gradually aware of the advantages of living in an especially well planned community that is not just a dream, but a reality. Whereas now we enjoy a greater cultural blend of people--not to mention beautiful beaches in Florida's Flagler County--The Woodlands offers a population of diverse ages, a greater variety of things to see and do: high quality shopping and dining out of the heat, an escape from touristy disruptions, and big city access by car on excellent highways or by Houston's low-cost Metro. The biggest surprise was the comparative low cost of the top quality home we bought near things we like
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The Woodlands - 5/19/2006
The Woodlands is a nice place to live, although the very high cost of living is a drag and at times it seems crowded, but at least it is far enough outside of Houston that traffic is not always
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A Good place to Live in Houston - 4/18/2006
Lots of trees. Bike paths are everywhere and you don't have to leave the area for shopping.
Traffic can be heavy at times, but the entwork of raods provides good mobility witin The Woodlands, even during rush hour.
Hardy Toll road provides quick access to Houston Intercontinental airport and downtown with reduced congestion.
Safe neighborhoods where kids still ride bikes on the areas many bike paths. Plenty of neighborhood parks.
We've lived in four different areas of Houston durign the last 25 years and this planned community of 80,000 people is the
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