ENERGY CORRIDOR
Energy Corridor
It doesn't get much more convenient than living in Houston's Energy Corridor, a 1,500-acre district strategically located along IH-10, midway between Beltway 8 and the Grand Parkway. This master-planned community, established by the Texas State Legislature in 2001, is named for and defined by the powerful energy companies that reside there, including ExxonMobile and Shell Oil Company. The Energy Corridor is the fourth-largest employment center in the region, with more than 73,000 employees. In addition to huge multi-national corporations, many local growth-oriented companies have their headquarters here.
Living in the Corridor
There are many reasons why the Energy Corridor is one of the fastest-growing residential markets in Houston, in addition to the convenience of being able to work just minutes from home. The district has premier shops and retailers, including boutiques, drug stores and salons, and a host of restaurants, ranging from fine dining to fast food. Almost everything you need is available mere blocks from your door.
Outdoor enthusiasts love living in the Energy Corridor. There are many trails on which to walk, hike and bike on, golf courses located nearby and even two dog parks. George Bush Park and Bear Creek Pioneers Park are adjacent to the district. The area was recently selected by the National Park Service's Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program to receive planning assistance, which means the continued development and improvement of trails.
Energy Corridor neighborhoods such as those along Memorial Drive, west of Beltway 8, Briar Forest Drive and Eldridge Parkway both north and south of I-10 offer many different housing options, including apartments, condominiums and single-family homes. Residents have access to some of the state's highest-ranked schools and daycare facilities, and a wide range of social and religious organizations. The future of the housing market in the Energy Corridor is bright: The number of residences is expected to increase by 30 percent through 2025, according to an independent study conducted by CDS Market Research.
