Cole's Crossing in Cypress

[Weatherguy]

I'm looking at various neighborhoods in Cypress, and one of the most appealing to me is Cole's Crossing. Looks really well maintained, and in a good location, with prices a lot more reasonable than areas like Towne Lake or Bridgeland.

Anyone familiar with Cole's Crossing who can give me some ideas about what it would be like to live there?

[LocalPlanner]

I can't speak to what it's like living there, but you should know that it's now one of the older neighborhoods in "central" Cypress (I think it started in the late 1990s or early 2000s). So it's possible that some homes will be old enough to require updates or rehabs / replacements for some items (roof, for example). Keep that in mind.

Also, many paranoid suburbanites in places like Cypress are always freaking out about the schools, insisting that only the newest ones zoned to the fanciest newer neighborhoods are acceptable and rest are declining and will destroy your home value. Don't get caught up in that hysteria. In fact, ignore it.

[Texas100]

That is a great place to buy a house and a great place to live. I highly recommend it. It's in a Solid location.
I recommend getting a 1 story about 2500 Sq ft for around $425k. Sure it may be a little dated but the location is great.

[jenfarm_]

We used to live in the north area of Cypress, not far from Coles Crossing. We loved the area. Only reason we moved is we wanted more space (bigger yard) and out of HOA. Our budget didn't allow us to stay that close in, unfortunately. I prefer the north area of Cypress (east of 290) by far to the south side (Towne Lake/Bridgeland). Much less congested.

[Weatherguy]

I've noticed also that much of north Cypress is located in natural pine forest (the southern extension of the East Texas piney woods), whereas south Cypress was originally coastal grassland, except for the hardwood forests in the vicinity of Cypress Creek. I think both sides of 290 have their advantages.

One of my favorite drives is along Louetta and those neighborhoods west of 249. Older but really beautiful. There are lots of woodsy areas to explore. When I moved here I had no idea what it would be like. The whole Cypress-Tomball area is full of nice surprises.

I love the idea of getting a pretty large home in the 400s, such as Cole's Crossing. I don't mind updating. Also, I like the older floor plans, which seem to have a lot more character than current floor plans (except for the nicer bathrooms and kitchens these days).

I sold my small Austin home in an inconsistent neighborhood close in for an enormous amount, so finding a home here for the 400s is a big deal for me. I can use a lot of the funds from the Austin sale for renovations here.

[kreeyax]

I thought you didn't like all those unhappy, impatient Cypress residents. Why would you want to live near them?

[txdad99]

Coles Crossing is a very nice neighborhood. Lots of amenities & the landscape is almost like The Woodlands on a smaller scale, something I like about North Cypress. We were actually looking to purchase a home there when we bought but decided against it because of the commute to DT… biggest drawback IMO.

[Weatherguy]

Originally Posted by kreeyax

I thought you didn't like all those unhappy, impatient Cypress residents. Why would you want to live near them?

I live here now, south of 290 in apartments as a temporary situation until the lease expires. Gives me time to get familiar with the entire Cypress-Tomball area before buying. I'm getting used to the aggressive drivers. The driving gave me a bad initial impression, but as someone mentioned earlier, aside from driving, people here can be pretty nice. Regardless, I need to be here due to family circumstances.

[Weatherguy]

Originally Posted by txdad99

Coles Crossing is a very nice neighborhood. Lots of amenities & the landscape is almost like The Woodlands on a smaller scale, something I like about North Cypress. We were actually looking to purchase a home there when we bought but decided against it because of the commute to DT… biggest drawback IMO.

I'm curious what area you ended up buying in. How is your commute?

[Weatherguy]

Does Cole's Crossing have an HOA? Based on how nice the lawns look, I'm assuming it does.