The Fastest Growing Community in Texas - Atascocita, Texas

As early as 1690, Spanish explorer Alonzo DeLeon established an east-west trail for military use that became known as the Atascocito Road. It took its name from the Spanish outpost now known as Liberty, Texas. In 1757, the Spanish built a fort and established the Atascosita Settlement on this road to prevent the French from trading with the Indians. It became so widely used that by 1820 it had become the most traveled road in Texas, connecting San Antonio, San Felipe, and Atascosita. Today, known as FM 1960, it serves as the most direct east-west route in the region. The community of Atascocita now encompasses more than 15 subdivisions, and has become one of the fastest growing residential communities in the nation. Atascocita, Texas is located 6 miles east of Humble, TX and is bordered by Lake Houston.

New communities in the Atascocita area in recent years include Eagle Springs and Summerwood. Each of these developments broaden the boundaries of the community.

Atascocita is connected to the major road ways via FM 1960, Atascocita Rd. , Will Clayton and W. Lake Houston Pkwy. Approximately 18 miles from the downtown business district, close proximity to the Greenspoint business district, the ship channel and Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). For the business professional accessibility can't be matched.

Commercial development including retail shopping, dining, box stores and much more has seen significant growth in the Atascocita area to meet the demand of the growing population. If you are considering a home in a location with close proximity to conveniences, the Atascocita area is for you.

Schools

Atascocita is located in the Humble Independent School District. Humble Independent School District  is recognized for high academic achievements and offers students a wide variety of educational and extra curricular activities. Elementary schools in the Atascocita area include Eagle Springs Elementary, Pine Forest Elementary, Oaks Elementary, Oak Forest Elementary, Whispering Pines Elementary, Timbers Elementary, Maple Brook Elementary and Summerwood Elementary. Middle schools attended by Atascocita, Texas resident students include Atascocita Middle School, Humble Middle School and Timberwood Middle School. Atascocita high school students are zoned to  Atascocita High School, Humble High School, or Summer Creek High School.

Amenities

Atascocita, Texas is home to many parks and golf courses including Walden Country Club located in the Walden on Lake Houston development. The Walden Country Club golf course is a 6,781 yard, par 72, championship golf course designed by Von Hagge and Devlin. In addition, Walden Country Club offers tennis instruction and various fitness activities. After a round of golf or a game of tennis head over to the 19^th Hole Grill for a remarkable dining experience. Private meeting room and a banquet facility to accomodate large groups can be booked at the clubhouse. The clubhouse hosts many social events throughout the year including Member Open House, New Year's Eve Dance, Valentine Dinner Theatre, Crawfish Boil, Mother's and Father's Day and Easter Brunch.

When you live in Atascocita, your only minutes from one of the following grocery stores: H.E.B. , Krogers or Super Wal-Mart. Several restaurants including Chili's, Which Wich, Mission Burrito, Smash Burgers, 5 Brothers, Italiano's, are only minutes from your door. Enjoy the shopping conveniences offered by Target, Kohls, Pets Mart, Office Depot, Best Buy, Super Wal-Mart and much more.

If you are a fitness and outdoor enthusiast, Atascocita offers several opportunites for you and your family including Life Time Fitness, QLS Family Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, boating and fishing on Lake Houston, and several of the master planned communities offer jogging and biking trails. Never feel couped up when you make the decision to call Atascocita, Texas home. Are you interested in cycling, join the ranks of area cycling enthusiast the Kingwood Clippers that can be seen peddling weekly up and down W. Lake Houston Pkwy. Young and old can also enjoy the park and sports complex at Lindsay Lyons. Lindsay Lyons offers residents multiple picnic areas and playgrounds with accessibility to children of all physical abilities, a sensory garden for children with limited sight, multiple lit softball fields, unlit soccer and football fields, and toilet facilities.

Whether you are looking for a great commute, wanting accessibility to conveniences, or planning on getting in shape or enjoying nature, Atascocita, TX offers many opportunities to residents.