Cottage Glen, Houston

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Cottage Glen is a highly walkable community characterized by its upscale residential aesthetic and clean air. The neighborhood offers a semi-rural atmosphere with frequent woodland and open spaces, providing a peaceful yet socially active environment for residents.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale Visual CharacterPet Friendly EnvironmentSemi-rural feelLively Social EnergySteady Traffic HumClean AirPurely ResidentialHigh Insurance CoveragePredominantly ConservativeDiverse Age MixModerate Flood Safety
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About Cottage Glen

Cottage Glen is a quiet, purely residential enclave in Houston that stands out for its exceptional pedestrian infrastructure and high-quality air. The area features large, well-maintained homes with spacious driveways, contributing to a polished visual character. Residents benefit from a semi-rural feel, as the landscape is defined by scattered houses nestled among woodland and open land. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood provides a notably more residential experience than the city average, entirely free from industrial activity. While the area offers a high degree of walkability and pet-friendly green spaces, prospective residents should note the steady hum of traffic from nearby roadways. The neighborhood maintains a balanced demographic mix and is served by the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, which is known for strong academic performance despite recent budgetary and operational hurdles. With high levels of health insurance coverage and a moderate level of flood safety compared to the broader region, it remains a stable choice for those seeking a balance of social engagement and suburban privacy.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Residential spacing provides a moderate level of separation between homes, offering more distance between neighbors than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, the area features mixed density with some buffers between adjacent properties.

Ranked #27 in Houston →
Walkability
Score: 10 out of 10

Pedestrian infrastructure is exceptional here, featuring wide sidewalks on both sides of the street and ample crossings. According to iHuus data, this area offers much higher walkability than the Houston average.

Ranked #1 in Houston →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8 out of 10

Large residences and premium amenities create a more polished streetscape than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, the area features spacious driveways and well-maintained property aesthetics.

Ranked #28 in Houston →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 8 out of 10

Connected green spaces and wide paths provide ample space for exercise. According to iHuus data, this area is significantly more accommodating to dogs than the Houston average due to its low traffic exposure.

Ranked #67 in Houston →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Frequent open land and scattered homes amidst woodland characterize this area. The landscape is largely consistent with the typical urban-rural balance found across Houston.

Ranked #227 in Houston →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 6.9 out of 10

Social and local hubs are noticeably concentrated here, providing a higher level of activity than the typical Houston neighborhood. Certain high-density blocks offer an energetic character that is well-suited for pedestrians.

Ranked #8 in Houston →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 3.9 out of 10

Persistent noise from nearby busy streets creates a moderate level of acoustic activity. This level of ambient sound is slightly higher than the typical experience found throughout Houston.

Ranked #316 in Houston →
Air Quality
Score: 10 out of 10

Air quality is exceptionally high and presents minimal health concerns, standing significantly above the Houston average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Houston →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial activity is non-existent within the neighborhood, providing a landscape of quiet streets and green spaces that is notably more residential than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, there are no detected warehouses, factories, or hazard sites in the area.

Ranked #1 in Houston →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 9.8 out of 10

Health insurance access is exceptionally high among residents, significantly surpassing the Houston average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #7 in Houston →
Ideological Lean
Score: 0.6 out of 10

Conservative voting and census indicators are notably stronger here than the Houston average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #530 in Houston →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.5 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced distribution of young adults, families, and older populations. This demographic spread is largely consistent with the broader Houston area, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #288 in Houston →
Flood Safety
Score: 7.6 out of 10

Residual flood risk exists within this area, though the neighborhood offers better protection than the Houston average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #224 in Houston →

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Walkabilityavg 7.08
Score: 10 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.14
Score: 3.9 out of 10
Score: 4.6 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.34
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 5.9 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.42
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 5.6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.33
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.64
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Score: 6.7 out of 10
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.4
Score: 6.9 out of 10
Score: 3.6 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.46
Score: 9.8 out of 10
Score: 4.5 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 3.58
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 3.9 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 6.9
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 7.4 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 6.27
Score: 7.6 out of 10
Score: 6.3 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 6.39
Score: 0.6 out of 10
Score: 9.1 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.6
Score: 4.5 out of 10
Score: 4.7 out of 10
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Fire Safety
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Cottage Glen

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Grades K–1293 schoolsRatings 6–10/10
7/10
Sampson ElElementary
10/10
Birkes ElElementary
10/10
Spillane MiddleMiddle
10/10
Keith ElElementary
10/10
Cypress Woods H SHigh
10/10
Postma ElElementary
10/10
Warner ElElementary
10/10
Willbern ElElementary
10/10
Woodard ElElementary
10/10
Mcgown ElElementary
10/10
Hamilton ElElementary
10/10
Hairgrove ElElementary
10/10
Sprague MiddleMiddle
10/10
Aragon MiddleMiddle
10/10
Gleason ElElementary
10/10
Robison ElElementary
10/10
Cypress Ranch H SHigh
10/10
Black ElElementary
10/10
Smith MiddleMiddle
10/10
Robinson ElElementary
10/10
Swenke ElElementary
10/10
Holbrook ElElementary
10/10
Lowery ElElementary
10/10
Rennell ElElementary
10/10
Salyards MiddleMiddle
10/10
Pope ElElementary
10/10
Anthony MiddleMiddle
10/10
Bridgeland H SHigh
10/10
Wells ElElementary
10/10
Ault ElElementary
10/10
Goodson MiddleMiddle
10/10
Farney ElElementary
10/10
Hamilton MiddleMiddle
10/10
Cook MiddleMiddle
8/10
Walker ElElementary
8/10
Tipps ElElementary
8/10
Langham Creek H SHigh
8/10
Cypress Park H SHigh
8/10
Rowe MiddleMiddle
8/10
Bang ElElementary
8/10
Brosnahan ElElementary
8/10
Labay MiddleMiddle
8/10
Holmsley ElElementary
8/10
Cypress Springs H SHigh
8/10
Kirk ElElementary
8/10
Cypress Ridge H SHigh
8/10
Lee ElElementary
8/10
Danish ElElementary
8/10
Cypress Lakes H SHigh
8/10
Mcfee ElElementary
8/10
Hemmenway ElElementary
8/10
Cy-Fair H SHigh
8/10
Cypress Creek H SHigh
8/10
Lamkin ElElementary
8/10
Matzke ElElementary
8/10
Yeager ElElementary
8/10
Francone ElElementary
8/10
Moore ElElementary
8/10
Frazier ElElementary
8/10
Reed ElElementary
8/10
Fiest ElElementary
8/10
Cypress Falls H SHigh
8/10
Arnold MiddleMiddle
8/10
Adam ElElementary
8/10
Bane ElElementary
8/10
Jersey Village H SHigh
8/10
Lieder ElElementary
8/10
Millsap ElElementary
8/10
Post ElElementary
8/10
Copeland ElElementary
8/10
Emmott ElElementary
6/10
Kahla MiddleMiddle
6/10
Horne ElElementary
6/10
Watkins MiddleMiddle
6/10
Wilson ElElementary
6/10
Emery ElElementary
6/10
Duryea ElElementary
6/10
Hopper MiddleMiddle
6/10
Andre ElElementary
6/10
Hancock ElElementary
6/10
Sheridan ElElementary
6/10
Thornton MiddleMiddle
6/10
Owens ElElementary
6/10
Hoover ElElementary
6/10
Metcalf ElElementary
6/10
Jowell ElElementary
6/10
Truitt MiddleMiddle
6/10
Bleyl MiddleMiddle
6/10
Campbell MiddleMiddle
6/10
Dean MiddleMiddle
6/10
Alternative Learning Ctr - WestHigh
Not rated
Cypress-Fairbanks J J A E PHigh
Not rated
Alternative Learning Ctr-EastHigh
Not rated

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottage Glen a good neighborhood for dog owners?
Yes, the area is very accommodating for pet owners. It features connected green spaces and wide paths that provide ample room for exercise, making it a comfortable environment for walking dogs.
What is the school district for Cottage Glen?
The neighborhood is served by the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District. While the district is recognized for its strong academic performance and elite high schools, it is currently managing fiscal challenges that have impacted some auxiliary services.
Is there much industrial activity in the area?
No, the neighborhood is entirely residential. There are no warehouses, factories, or industrial hazard sites, resulting in a quiet environment that is notably free from commercial disturbances.
How is the walkability in Cottage Glen?
The neighborhood is exceptionally walkable. It features wide sidewalks on both sides of the streets and frequent, safe crossings, making it easy for pedestrians to navigate the area.

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