CONROE/WILLIS, TX—Citing increasing demand and proximity to major thoroughfares, the Howard Hughes Corporation and The Woodlands Development Company are kicking off the development of The Woodlands Hills, a new 2,000-acre master-planned community located 13 miles north of The Woodlands. The Woodlands Hills is the third master-planned community in Texas from the Howard Hughes Corporation and is the sister community to other developments, The Woodlands and Bridgeland.
The Woodlands Hills is located on FM 830 on the west side of Interstate 45, with property boundary extending north to FM 1097 and south to League Line Road. Providing access to I-45, the Grand Parkway and the Hardy Toll Road, The Woodlands Hills is in close proximity to Lake Conroe and is south of the Sam Houston National Forest. It will feature both residential and retail development. In keeping with tradition, The Woodlands Hills will embrace the natural heritage of The Woodlands.
“Located in close proximity to The Woodlands, The Woodlands Hills will feature gently rolling terrain for its natural amenities and acres of green space, as well as for its convenience to The Woodlands,” said Tim Welbes, co-president of The Woodlands Development Company. “We plan to develop The Woodlands Hills with the same high standards and commitment to environmental preservation that have continued to make The Woodlands and Bridgeland two of the best-selling communities in the nation, with a wide variety of housing options and extensive outdoor recreation.”
Plans call for more than 4,500 residences with the first single-family homes expected to open in the first quarter of 2018. The forested community will be highlighted by 112 acres of open space and 20 neighborhood parks along with a 17-acre Village Park. An amenity center with event space and a fitness facility will highlight the recreation opportunities in The Woodlands Hills. The community will also include an extensive amount of trails for hiking and biking, in addition to dedicated bike lanes along the major collectors.
“Location is always key to the decision-making process when acquiring land to develop premier master-planned communities,” Heath Melton, vice president, master planned communities, residential for The Woodlands Development Company, tells GlobeSt.com. “The Woodlands Hills is conveniently located near the intersection of I-45 and FM 830, giving future residents quick and easy access to I-45. In addition, the community's proximity to The Woodlands, a central business district for the northwest Houston region, also makes it very attractive for those who work in The Woodlands or the surrounding area. Demand definitely plays a factor in our decision to develop The Woodlands Hills. The city of Conroe was recently noted at the fastest growing city in the nation. Our community will provide a place for the incoming population to call home.”
Children residing in the new development will attend Willis ISD schools. Both Robert P. Brabham Middle School and William Lloyd Meador Elementary School are located off FM 830 and border the property. Willis High School is in close proximity to The Woodlands Hills.
“At The Howard Hughes Corporation, we are dedicated to cultivating communities designed to stand the test of time,” said David R. Weinreb, CEO of The Howard Hughes Corporation. “Whether it be a large master-planned community, an urban district or a single building, we take a long-term approach to creating a memorable experience and authentic sense of place for local residents, office workers and the broader region. Our communities today span more than 80,000 acres, house over 342,000 residents and support more than 160,000 jobs. We are proud to add The Woodland Hills to our portfolio and are committed to helping its community thrive.”
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Lisa Brown
Lisa Brown is an editor for the south and west regions of GlobeSt.com. She has 25-plus years of real estate experience, with a regional PR role at Grubb & Ellis and a national communications position at MMI. Brown also spent 10 years as executive director at NAIOP San Francisco Bay Area chapter, where she led the organization to achieving its first national award honors and recognition on Capitol Hill. She has written extensively on commercial real estate topics and edited numerous pieces on the subject.
