If you choose Spring real estate, you'll be located off I-45, twenty miles north of Houston in north Harris County.  Residents of Spring, Texas feel that they have the best of both worlds:  they are close to the big city, but Spring has retained it's almost rural feel and small town charm.

History

Spring was founded in the early 1800's.  The rush of new residents increased after Texas won its independence from Mexico.  In the 1870's, railroads were quickly expanding to the area.  The railroad workers who laid the track worked through an extremely harsh winter.  The workers were relieved when the winter had passed, and named the place where they first found relief Camp Spring.  Later, the word Camp was dropped from the name, and the town that built up around the camp became known as simply Spring.

In the early 1900's, a railroad roundhouse was built, making Spring a key railroad facility.  The town had 14 trackyards and over 100 workers.  Spring began to decline in 1923 when the roundhouse was moved to Houston.  But, Spring was revitalized with new residential areas when Houston started expanding to the northwest in the 1970's.  Some of the old homes in Spring were restored to be used as retail shops.

Old Town Spring

Over 150 shops are found in Old Town Spring, located close to the original rail yards.  The atmosphere is Old Town Spring is like a turn of the century town.  Antiques, collectibles, clothing, accessories and gifts are sold in the small homes and shops that were built in the early 1900's.  You'll also find restaurants, museums and art galleries.

The community also benefits from the five major festivals hosted in Old Town Spring each year.  Springfest, Celebration of Easter, Texas Crawfish & Music Festival, the Long Horn Rod Run, and Down Home Christmas festivals add to the allure of Old Town Spring.

Schools

The Spring Independent School District provides K-12 education for over 30,000 students.  The District focuses on providing quality education for each student that results in academic excellence, building problem-solving skills and good citizenship.

Your choice of Spring real estate will provide you with a warm and friendly community just a short commute from the Houston business district.