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Porter, TX

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Northeastern Houston suburb brimming with small-town charm

Suburban Scenic Peaceful Laidback Convenient Family-Friendly

Located about 30 miles northeast of Houston, Porter is a peaceful small town on the cusp of one of the nation’s largest and most vibrant cities. Residents flock to Porter for its secluded atmosphere without sacrificing access to various modern conveniences and attractions.

Quality schools are strewn throughout town, and residents have access to major interstates for quick and easy travels to nearby areas. Enjoy a round of golf at Oakhurst Golf Club, or check out Lake Houston Wilderness Park directly east of town. This sprawling woodland is filled with wildlife sightings, campgrounds, hiking trails, and a surrounding river great for kayaking.

Local charm permeates Porter, and the restaurants are no exception. Pete’s Burger Place and Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant and Cantina are both popular hangout spots for locals, bursting with small-town Texas charm. A wide variety of apartments and houses line the area’s family-friendly residential streets, providing renters a wonderful selection to choose from.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Porter, TX is $1,332 for one bedroom, $1,662 for two bedrooms, and $1,564 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Porter has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,332/month
741 Sq Ft
House
$3,218/month
929 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,391/month
965 Sq Ft
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Transportation

25

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

33

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Bens Branch Elelmentary

Public

Grades PK-5

725 Students

8
out of 10

Sorters Mill Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

679 Students

7
out of 10

Valley Ranch Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

830 Students

6
out of 10

Brookwood Forest Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

942 Students

5
out of 10

Robert Crippen Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

858 Students

5
out of 10

Woodridge Forest Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,288 Students

5
out of 10

New Caney Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

776 Students

4
out of 10

White Oak Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

834 Students

3
out of 10

Infinity Early College High School

Public

Grades 9-12

400 Students

8
out of 10

Porter High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,209 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
  • Lake Houston Wilderness Park
  • Peckinpaugh Preserve
  • Spring Trails Preserve
  • Pundt Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • George Bush Intcntl/Houston
  • William P Hobby

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