Grants Trace, Houston

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Grants Trace is a quiet, upscale Houston neighborhood defined by large homes and a semi-rural atmosphere. The area features an extensive sidewalk network that supports high walkability, providing a peaceful residential environment for a diverse demographic.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale VisualsPet Friendly FeaturesSemi-rural characterQuiet Suburban VibeSteady Traffic HumVariable Air QualityQuiet Residential AreaHigh Insurance CoveragePolitically BalancedBalanced Age DemographicModerate Flood Risk
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About Grants Trace

Grants Trace is characterized by its upscale visual appeal, featuring large homes with complex rooflines and private backyard pools. The landscape blends organized suburban housing tracts with pockets of woodland and open fields, creating a semi-rural feel that is notably quieter than the typical Houston urban experience. According to iHuus data, the area maintains a balanced demographic and high levels of health insurance coverage, fostering a stable community environment.

While the neighborhood is highly walkable, residents may notice a steady hum of ambient noise from nearby traffic. The area presents a moderate flood risk, as it currently lacks a detailed federal flood study, and air quality can fluctuate. Families in the area are served by the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, which remains a destination for its academic programs despite ongoing fiscal challenges and operational changes within the district.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.5 out of 10

Detached homes feature standardized suburban lots with small side yards, providing a level of separation similar to the Houston average. According to iHuus data, neighbors are closely spaced with limited buffering between properties.

Ranked #421 in Houston →
Walkability
Score: 8 out of 10

Pedestrian movement is supported by continuous sidewalk networks on both sides of residential streets and clearly marked crosswalks. This level of accessibility is notably higher than the Houston average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #219 in Houston →
Visual Appeal
Score: 7.5 out of 10

Large homes with complex rooflines and private backyard pools characterize this area; according to iHuus data, the neighborhood offers a more aesthetically pleasing landscape than the Houston average.

Ranked #275 in Houston →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.6 out of 10

Wide paths and grassy verges provide safe walking areas for pets, offering a slightly better environment for dogs than the Houston average. Open fields and buffered sidewalks make the neighborhood well suited for pet owners, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #316 in Houston →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Open land and scattered homes are common here, making the area feel slightly more rural than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, the landscape includes pockets of woodland and fields alongside more organized suburban housing tracts.

Ranked #227 in Houston →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4 out of 10

Residential pockets offer a calm atmosphere with a steady rhythm of local dining and green spaces, though the area feels slightly less active than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood provides a low-density setting with limited walking options for commerce.

Ranked #338 in Houston →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 5.7 out of 10

Local traffic from a nearby busy street creates a consistent level of ambient noise. According to iHuus data, this level of acoustic activity is higher than the typical experience found across Houston.

Ranked #105 in Houston →
Air Quality
Score: 4 out of 10

Air quality levels fluctuate between acceptable and unhealthy, presenting occasional concerns for sensitive groups. This environment is slightly better than the typical air quality found throughout Houston, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #158 in Houston →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.1 out of 10

Residential streets and open green spaces predominate here, offering a much lower industrial presence than the Houston average. According to iHuus data, the area is mostly residential with only occasional light commercial activity nearby.

Ranked #193 in Houston →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 7 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is notably higher than the Houston average, according to iHuus data. Most residents in this area maintain active health coverage.

Ranked #320 in Houston →
Ideological Lean
Score: 4.4 out of 10

Political perspectives in this area are roughly divided, representing a more even split between conservative and liberal leanings than the broader Houston area.

Ranked #198 in Houston →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.6 out of 10

Residents experience a diverse age distribution ranging from young adults to seniors. According to iHuus data, this demographic spread is consistent with the average for the city of Houston.

Ranked #274 in Houston →
Flood Safety
Score: 5.9 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is slightly higher than the Houston average, as the region currently lacks a detailed federal flood study. Residents should exercise caution during heavy rain events according to iHuus data.

Ranked #492 in Houston →

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Walkabilityavg 7.08
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 6.4 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.14
Score: 5.7 out of 10
Score: 4.6 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.34
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Score: 5.9 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.42
Score: 7.5 out of 10
Score: 5.6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.33
Score: 6.6 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
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.4
Score: 4 out of 10
Score: 3.6 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.46
Score: 7 out of 10
Score: 4.5 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 3.58
Score: 4 out of 10
Score: 3.9 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 6.9
Score: 8.1 out of 10
Score: 7.4 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 6.27
Score: 5.9 out of 10
Score: 6.3 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 6.39
Score: 4.4 out of 10
Score: 9.1 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.6
Score: 4.6 out of 10
Score: 4.7 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Grants Trace

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grants Trace a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, the neighborhood is highly walkable. It features a continuous network of sidewalks on both sides of residential streets and clearly marked crosswalks for pedestrian safety.
What is the flood risk in Grants Trace?
The area has a moderate flood risk. Because the region currently lacks a detailed federal flood study, residents are advised to monitor weather conditions during heavy rain events.
How is the noise level in the neighborhood?
Residents may experience a steady hum of ambient noise. According to iHuus data, this is due to the proximity of a busy street, which creates a consistent level of acoustic activity throughout the day.