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Living in Pearland, TX: 2026 Home Buyer & Neighborhood Guide

Pearland is a fast-growing suburb of about 125,000 people on SH 288, roughly 20 minutes south of the Texas Medical Center.

Homes for Sale in Pearland, TX

Homes for Sale in Pearland, TX

3154 Summercrisp Hollow Ln, Pearland, TX 77581 New Listing
$299,990
3154 Summercrisp Hollow Ln, Pearland, TX 77581
3 beds 2.5 baths 1,669 sq. ft.
MLS# 58371246
5917 Palmetto Bluff Trl, Pearland, TX 77584 New Listing
$354,540
5917 Palmetto Bluff Trl, Pearland, TX 77584
3 beds 2 baths 1,857 sq. ft.
MLS# 10669812
5241 Redbud Valley Dr, Pearland, TX 77584 New Listing
$334,590
5241 Redbud Valley Dr, Pearland, TX 77584
3 beds 2 baths 1,688 sq. ft.
MLS# 26403413
3502 Pentland Downs St, Pearland, TX 77584 New Listing
$399,999
3502 Pentland Downs St, Pearland, TX 77584
4 beds 2 baths 2,343 sq. ft.
MLS# 25263307
2501 Nicholas Dr, Pearland, TX 77581 New Listing
$329,500
2501 Nicholas Dr, Pearland, TX 77581
4 beds 2 baths 1,972 sq. ft.
MLS# 44871904
915 Peach Hollow Cir, Pearland, TX 77584 New Listing
$274,500
915 Peach Hollow Cir, Pearland, TX 77584
2 beds 2 baths 1,735 sq. ft.
MLS# 35567546
1314 Danielle Ln, Pearland, TX 77581 New Listing
$399,000
1314 Danielle Ln, Pearland, TX 77581
4 beds 2 baths 2,479 sq. ft.
MLS# 80320479
1812 Kingsford Prairie Ct, Garland, TX 77089 New Listing
$385,000
1812 Kingsford Prairie Ct, Garland, TX 77089
4 beds 2.5 baths 2,364 sq. ft.
MLS# 64036143
1814 Crooked Creek Ln, Pearland, TX 77581 New Listing
$324,200
1814 Crooked Creek Ln, Pearland, TX 77581
4 beds 2.5 baths 2,127 sq. ft.
MLS# 4339051
4931 Great Oaks Dr, Pearland, TX 77584 New Listing
$627,230
4931 Great Oaks Dr, Pearland, TX 77584
5 beds 4 baths 3,237 sq. ft.
MLS# 90978145
2405 Songlark Spring Pl, Garland, TX 77089 New Listing
$445,000
2405 Songlark Spring Pl, Garland, TX 77089
4 beds 3 baths 2,885 sq. ft.
MLS# 16440876
3907 Bracket Dr, Pearland, TX 77581 New Listing
$439,950
3907 Bracket Dr, Pearland, TX 77581
4 beds 2.5 baths 2,719 sq. ft.
MLS# 21939436

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What Is It Like to Live in Pearland?

Pearland
Pearland sits along the SH 288 corridor in northern Brazoria County, with small portions in Harris and Fort Bend counties. The city has grown to about 133,000 residents inside city limits (roughly 160,000 including surrounding areas, per the City's 2025 estimate). Most residents commute north to the Texas Medical Center, downtown Houston, or the Clear Lake/NASA area, and the 288 toll express lanes make the Medical Center drive one of the shortest from any major suburb.

Pearland splits into two very different halves. East Pearland (77581) is the older side, with established neighborhoods, larger lots, and more homes outside MUD districts. West Pearland (77584) along 288 is newer, with master-planned communities like Shadow Creek Ranch and Southern Trails that offer amenity centers, lakes, and trails, plus active new-construction builders.

As of fall 2026, Pearland homes sell for a median of about $375,000, or roughly $161 per square foot, with most sales falling between about $320,000 and $440,000. Prices are flat compared with a year ago. Well-priced homes go under contract in about three weeks, while overpriced ones sit much longer. That means buyers have room to negotiate on homes that have been listed a while, and sellers need to price right from day one.
Schools & Education

Which School Districts Serve Pearland?

Pearland is served by more than one school district, so check the address, not just the city name. Most of east and central Pearland is zoned to Pearland ISD. Much of west Pearland along SH 288, including Shadow Creek Ranch, is zoned to Alvin ISD, and a small area falls in Fort Bend ISD. The two main districts have nearly identical 2025 tax rates (Pearland ISD $1.135 and Alvin ISD $1.15 per $100 of value), so the choice usually comes down to specific campuses. Confirm zoning for any home with the district before making an offer.

Area School Ratings

Elementary Schools
78/100
Magnolia Elementary
Pearland · PK–04
76/100
E A Lawhon Elementary
Pearland · PK–04
57/100
Horizon Montessori Pearland - Stem Academy
Pearland · PK–08
55/100
Massey Ranch Elementary
Pearland · PK–04
Middle Schools
77/100
Berry Miller J H
Pearland · 07–08
76/100
Rogers Middle
Pearland · 05–06
76/100
Sam Jamison Middle
Pearland · 05–06
76/100
Pearland J H West
Pearland · 07–08
High Schools
78/100
Robert Turner College And Career High School
Pearland · 09–12
77/100
Glenda Dawson High School
Pearland · 09–12
51/100
Pace Center
Pearland · 10–12
All Grades
75/100
Montessori School Of Downtown
Pearland · PK–03 · Private
61/100
Montessori School Of Downtown Silverlake
Pearland · PK–02 · Private
54/100
Tottenberrys Private School
Pearland · PK–KG · Private
52/100
Silverline Montessori - Silverlake Campus
Pearland · KG–05 · Private

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. We recommend verifying with your local school district for the most current information.

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Restaurants, Shopping & More

Where Pearland Shops and Eats

Pearland has nearly everything you need within 10 minutes of home, from an open-air shopping center with year-round events to local barbecue and happy hour spots.

Retail

Pearland Town Center, an open-air lifestyle center at SH 288 and Broadway, is the heart of the city's shopping and dining, with more than 75 stores and a long lineup of restaurants. Food options cover everything from quick bites to sit-down meals: Gringo's Mexican Kitchen, ShoGun Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar, Russo's New York Pizzeria, Crafty Crab, la Madeleine, Brunch Junction, Piada, and Freebirds, plus treats like Kung Fu Tea, Tiff's Treats, Smallcakes, and Krispy Kreme.

Town Center also works as Pearland's community gathering spot. Its events pavilion hosts seasonal festivals and holiday traditions all year, including a holiday tree lighting with Holiday Nights and Santa visits from late November through December, a Lunar New Year festival each February, cultural festivals, charity 5Ks, and pep rallies for local high schools. Outside Town Center, Broadway (FM 518) is the main commercial street, lined with grocery stores, big-box retailers, and everyday services.
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Dining in Pearland

Dining

Pearland's food scene punches above its size. Killen's Barbecue on East Broadway draws barbecue fans from all over Houston, and Killen's Steakhouse is a go-to for date nights and celebrations. For happy hour and a night out, locals head to spots like The Noble Experiment for craft cocktails, or to Rob Ray's Taproom, Saloon Door West, and Vallensons' Brewing Company for local beer and live music on weekends.

One thing newcomers notice: Pearland has no standalone bars. Under a long-standing city rule, any business serving mixed drinks has to make at least 51% of its sales from food, not alcohol. That's why Pearland's nightlife happens at restaurants, kitchens, and taprooms instead of bar strips. It also gives the city its family-friendly feel. Residents who want a bar scene are a short drive from Houston and Clear Lake.
Prices by Zipcode

Prices By ZIP In Pearland

ZIPHomes for saleMedian list pricePrice per sq ftTypical days on mktNew this week
77584 262 $399,900 $162 43 16
77581 171 $379,000 $168 55 11
77089 125 $284,900 $140 69 12
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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Pearland Questions, Answered

Is Pearland, TX a good place to live?
For most buyers, yes. Pearland offers newer housing, strong school options, and a roughly 20-minute drive to the Texas Medical Center via SH 288. The tradeoffs are higher property taxes in MUD neighborhoods and growing traffic on 288 and Broadway. It’s especially popular with medical professionals and young families.
What are property taxes in Pearland, TX?
Total property tax rates in Pearland usually run about 2.1%–3.2% of assessed value as of 2026, depending on the school district and whether the home is in a MUD. Homes in east Pearland without a MUD sit at the low end. Newer west-side subdivisions with MUDs sit at the high end. Always check the specific address.
Does Pearland flood?
Some parts of Pearland do, mainly near Clear Creek and Cowart Creek, and Hurricane Harvey flooded homes in several neighborhoods in 2017. Many newer subdivisions were built higher with detention ponds. Before buying, check the FEMA flood zone, ask for the seller’s disclosure, and get a flood insurance quote.
How long is the commute from Pearland to the Texas Medical Center?
About 15–25 minutes outside rush hour via SH 288, and 30–45 minutes at peak times. The 288 toll express lanes save the most time. Downtown Houston is about 25–35 minutes away, and the NASA/Clear Lake area about 25 minutes east.
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Robert Velarde
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Robert Velarde

TX #849990 • Your Houston Local Savant

Robert Velarde is a Houston-area REALTOR® with The Bridge Group at eXp Realty, serving Pearland and the SH 288 corridor. He represents first-time homebuyers, sellers, new-construction buyers, and investors across Pearland, Manvel, Iowa Colony, Fresno, Rosharon, Missouri City, Sienna, and the surrounding Houston suburbs. Robert holds a degree in Economics from the University of Houston. He began his career in commercial real estate finance, where his work centered on underwriting income-producing property, and he carried that discipline into residential real estate. He views a home as both a place to live and a financial decision. He puts the numbers in front of his clients, from comparable sales and pricing strategy to carrying costs and resale outlook, so they decide based on data rather than pressure. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Robert serves clients in whichever language they are most comfortable in. Buying or selling a home is the largest financial decision most families ever make, and he believes every client deserves to understand exactly what they are signing before they sign it. Robert is active in the communities he serves. He walks neighborhoods from Shadow Creek Ranch to the newer master-planned sections along 288, tracks new construction and resale inventory as it moves, and publishes local market updates and community tours so buyers and sellers can see the area the way an agent sees it. Whether you are buying your first home, weighing a new build, selling a longtime family home, or adding an investment property along the 288 corridor, Robert is ready to help.

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