This exceptional land offering presents ±132 acres of prime development-ready acreage situated at the Northeast Corner of Croix Road and State Highway 288 in Manvel, Texas. Located within Brazoria County, the site enjoys an enviable position along the SH-288 tollway corridor — one of the most active and rapidly expanding growth corridors in the greater Houston metropolitan area.
Location & Access
The property sits less than 0.5 miles east of State Highway 288, providing direct connectivity to the broader Houston metro area. State Highway 6 is accessible within 3 miles to the south, and the Sam Houston Tollway (Beltway 8) is just 6 miles to the north. Downtown Houston is approximately 25 minutes away, making this site an attractive option for commuter-oriented residential development. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is reachable within 40 minutes.
Site Characteristics
The property spans two parcels totaling approximately 132 acres and offers significant scale for a large-format residential subdivision, master-planned community, or mixed-use development. Portions of the property fall within the 100-year floodplain. A 2023 Drainage Impact Study is available for review. The site is adjacent to the Gulf Coast Water Authority outfall, providing a viable drainage solution for future development.
Utilities
Wet utilities are served by Sedona Lake MUD No. 1, with possible developer reimbursements available, making this an attractive proposition for developers seeking to minimize infrastructure costs.
Surrounding Development
The site is surrounded by some of the Houston area's most sought-after master-planned communities, including Sedona Lakes, Rodeo Palms, Del Bello Lakes, Ponoma, and Valencia — a testament to the strength of residential demand in this submarket. Retail amenities are abundant nearby, with Manvel Town Center (anchored by HEB, Chipotle, and Whataburger) just 8 minutes away, Pearland Town Center (featuring Macy's, Dillard's, Target, and Barnes & Noble) just 7 minutes away, and a Costco and Chick-fil-A within close proximity.
Demographics & Growth
The immediate trade area demonstrates exceptional growth fundamentals. Within 1 mile, the population is projected to grow by 25% over the next five years, with a 2026 population estimate of 4,493. The 3-mile radius encompasses over 55,000 residents with an average household income of $163,740, while the 5-mile radius captures a population of over 141,000 with strong projected growth of 13.7%. Median owner-occupied home values within 1 mile reach $425,268, reflecting the affluence and desirability of the surrounding residential market.
Schools
The property is zoned to the highly regarded Alvin Independent School District, serving students at EC Mason Elementary School, Rodeo Palms Junior High School, and Manvel High School — a significant draw for family-oriented residential buyers.
Taxes
The 2025 total tax rate for the property is 3.080%, encompassing Brazoria County, Alvin ISD, Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1, Alvin Community College, and various Brazoria County district levies.
Opportunity
With its outstanding highway access, strong demographic profile, proven surrounding development activity, and available utilities, this ±132-acre tract represents a rare large-scale land acquisition opportunity in one of the Houston metro's most dynamic and fastest-growing submarkets.
