Choosing Conroe real estate will provide you with many opportunities to live life to the fullest.  Conroe, in Montgomery County, Texas is a modern and growing community.  Located 40 miles north of Houston on I-45, you can enjoy the benefits of city living, and choose from a mix of metropolitan, suburban and rural lifestyles.

Conroe Homes

Conroe became the Montgomery county seat in 1899.  The city's courthouse square has always been an important community meeting place.  Planned revitalization has kept the downtown landmark alive, bringing businesses to the area, along with the Downtown Outdoor Amphitheater and Pavilion, home of the Conroe Symphony.

The area also has historical significance - the nearby city of Montgomery is the official birthplace of the Texas flag.  The flag generated the nickname of Lone Star State.  The red, white and blue of the flag stands for bravery, purity and loyalty.

There are a variety of housing options to choose from, including contemporary homes, custom dream homes, townhomes, and condominiums.  Several retirement complexes call the Conroe area home, also.

Recreation

Recreational activities are abundant in the Conroe area.  Lake Conroe, for example, is 21 miles long, and covers 21,000 surface acres.  The Sam Houston National Forest forms the northern boundary of the lake, and boasts the Lone Star Hiking Trail.  The trail boasts 127 miles of overland hiking trails containing campgrounds, boat launches and picnic areas. 

A 17-acre public park is located on the shores of Lake Conroe, and it's a great place for day outings, swimming, family picnics and fishing.  Full-service resorts, hotels and camping facilities at the lake operate year-round, providing superb locations for company meetings and family vacations or weekend getaways.

The 1,733 acre W. Goodrich Jones State Forest is the location to go to for bird watching, hiking, horseback riding or biking.  Two small lakes in the Forest offer limited fishing and picnicking.

Dozens of the country's top golf course designers and developers have produced a golfer's paradise in the Conroe area.  There are more than 330 holes of golf in Montgomery County, offering one of the most challenging concentrations of golf courses in the nation.

In town, the Conroe Recreation Center has a full-size gym, two racquetball courts, fitness rooms with machines and free weights, treadmills, stair climbers and dance/aerobic rooms.  The Acquatic Center consists of four pools.  And, there are hundreds of acres of parks that have facilities for team sports, tennis, or picnics.

The arts are also represented in the Conroe area.  The Crighton Theatre is home to a variety of performing arts groups.  Permanent exhibits document the history of Montgomery County at the Heritage Museum.  A remarkable array of musical entertainment can be found at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.

Conroe Schools

The greater Conroe area is served by three school districts that offer opportunities for students to excel in today's competitive business environment.  Higher education is available at Montgomery College and The University Center, which is a partnership of six universities and the private sector.

As you can see, investing in Conroe real estate opens a wide range of housing, recreational and educational opportunities for you and your family.