Groceries next door
The Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B is next to the subdivision.5
The Michael O’Neal Group · Spring Shadows community guide
Spring ShadowsRoom to spread out
Want a 1970s-era house on a real yard in Spring Branch, close to Memorial City and the Beltway? Spring Shadows has nearly 2,000 of them. Just know the HOA is mandatory and many houses are ready for updates.
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Spring Shadows from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
Interactive neighborhood map
Spring Shadows and its neighbors, on one map.
Tap the gold dot for Spring Shadows’s HAR figures and tax units; colored dots are groceries, parks and hospitals with verified coordinates. Gray dots are nearby neighborhoods to compare.
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- Grocery, park or hospital
Neighborhood dots are approximate centers; we don’t draw subdivision, city or district boundaries. Filter rules: Golf nearby: Nearest golf course 1 mile or less (straight line from the neighborhood center). Near parks: A mapped park 1.5 miles or less from the neighborhood center. Larger homes: HAR 2025 median home size of 2,800 sq ft or more. Established: HAR 2025 median year built before 1995. Newer homes: HAR 2025 median year built 2010 or later. Larger lots: HAR 2025 median lot of 9,000 sq ft or more.
Daily life
What everyday life in Spring Shadows looks like.
From the area’s own records and each place’s official page. Places without verified coordinates are described here but not mapped.
Shopping nearby
The association names Memorial City Mall and CityCentre as nearby.3
Open to the public
Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Spring Shadows’s center): Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B, 0.3 mi; Bunker Hill H-E-B, 2.3 mi.
Open to the public
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, 2.7 mi; HCA Houston Healthcare West, 6.8 mi.
Neighborhood comparison
Spring Shadows and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
Tap Compare on Spring Shadows and one or two neighbors to line up HAR figures, dues and tax units.
Spring Shadows
Spring Shadows
Spring Shadows is a Spring Branch subdivision of almost 2,000 homes just inside Beltway 8 and north of I-10, with a mandatory homeowners association.
- $443KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,245Median sq ft
- 1970Median year built
- Spring Shadows Civic Association: $375 per year (2025)
Nearby community
Binglewood
Binglewood is a Spring Branch neighborhood of 741 single-family homes in six sections, built around James W. Lee Park.
- $300KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,717Median sq ft
- 1959Median year built
Nearby community
Westview Terrace
Westview Terrace is a small deed-restricted Spring Branch subdivision northwest of Loop 610 and I-10, between Teluco, Rolla, Silber and Story streets.
- $555KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,800Median sq ft
- 1951Median year built
- Memorial Park Golf Course, 2.1 mi
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 1.9 mi
Nearby community
Oak Estates
Oak Estates is a small City of Houston subdivision in ZIP 77027 behind the Highland Village shopping center, inside Loop 610.
- $2.24MHAR 2025 median value
- 4,677Median sq ft
- 1998Median year built
- Memorial Park Golf Course, 1.9 mi
- Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, 1.0 mi
Nearby community
Sunset Heights
Sunset Heights is a Greater Heights neighborhood platted in 1910, between Yale Street, N. Main Street, Loop 610 and 20th Street, north of the Houston Heights.
- 2001Median year built
- Stude Park, 2.0 mi
Nearby community
Braeburn Country Club Estates
Braeburn Country Club Estates is a subdivision of about 460 single-family homes in the City of Bellaire (ZIP 77401), including Braeburn Drive in the western part of the city.
- $1.75MHAR 2025 median value
- 5,281Median sq ft
- 1997Median year built
- Evelyn's Park, 1.8 mi
Nearby community
Brooke Smith
Brooke Smith is an older neighborhood on the east side of the Greater Heights in ZIP 77009, centered on 23-acre Montie Beach Park.
- 1940Median year built
- Stude Park, 1.5 mi
Nearby community
Southdale
Southdale is a subdivision in the east part of the City of Bellaire (ZIP 77401), first built right after World War II as small houses for veterans.
- $941KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,422Median sq ft
- 2000Median year built
- Evelyn's Park, 0.5 mi
Nearby community
Towne Lake
Cypress, northwest Harris County, off Barker Cypress Road and US 290; bordered by US 290, West Road and Barker Cypress Road with access to I-10 and the Grand Parkway (trade press).
- $597KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,390Median sq ft
- 2018Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 2.6 mi
- HC MUD No. 500: $0.8500 per $100 (current (as posted by the district's tax assessor, Oct 2026)) and 2 more
Nearby community
Champion Forest
Champion Forest is an established subdivision along Champion Forest Drive and Cypresswood Drive in the Klein area of north Harris County (Spring 77379), next to Cypress Creek and the former Raveneaux Country Club.
- $426KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,266Median sq ft
- 1982Median year built
- Champions Golf Club, 1.3 mi
- Champion Forest Fund, Inc. (Champion Forest Homeowner's Association, Sections 1-10): $250 per lot per year (2026)
Home figures: HAR.com 2025 Facts, as HAR shows them. Dues and tax rates: official sources with the year. Aerials: USGS The National Map (public domain).
Five things you might not know
Spring Shadows details worth knowing.
- 01
Where Spring Shadows is
The association places Spring Shadows just inside Beltway 8, north of I-10, about 12 miles northwest of downtown Houston, with access to I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290.3
- 02
Almost 2,000 homes
The association says there are almost 2,000 homes in the Spring Shadows subdivision; HAR's 2025 Facts count 1,957 single-family properties.4
- 03
Homes by the numbers
HAR's 2025 Facts show a median of 2,245 square feet on an 8,800 square foot lot and a median build year of 1970.1
- 04
A mandatory HOA
The Spring Shadows Civic Association is a self-managed homeowners association with an elected volunteer board that enforces the deed restrictions.4
- 05
Annual assessment
The association lists an annual maintenance charge of $375, a $450 transfer fee and a $50 refinance fee, each as of Nov. 1, 2025.2
Getting around
From Spring Shadows to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: Beltway 8 to the west, I-10 to the south and US 290 to the north.3
Straight-line distance, not road miles. Traffic changes by the hour, so we don’t publish drive times; the route link opens Google Maps with current traffic, which is an estimate, not a guarantee.
Neighborhood matchmaker
Which nearby neighborhood fits you best?
Compare Spring Shadows with nearby neighborhoods in five questions. Matches use only HAR 2025 neighborhood figures, official tax rates and straight-line distances, never anything about who lives there.
Spring Shadows market dashboard
What the market around Spring Shadows is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Spring Shadows alone. HAR’s Spring Branch and Memorial West market areas cover the communities around Spring Shadows; we don’t claim Spring Shadows sits inside either one. These are HAR’s own monthly single-family figures, read Nov. 6, 2026; HAR’s market areas have their own boundaries, so read them as the bigger picture.
Spring Branch
HAR market area · single-family
- $479,900Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 87Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 548Active listings, Oct 2026
- 4.9Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 19Median days on market, Sep 2026
- -12.7%Active listings vs. a year ago
Memorial West
HAR market area · single-family
- $900,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 22Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 97Active listings, Oct 2026
- 2.2Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 7Median days on market, Sep 2026
- -14.2%Active listings vs. a year ago
HAR 2025 Facts for Spring Shadows: median market value $443,273, typical range $372K - $571K, median home 2,245 sq ft on a 8,800 sq ft lot, median year built 19701.
Monthly trends
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (single-family sold and active tables). Reporting month shown on each point.
Neighborhood comparisons
HAR.com neighborhood pages, “2025 Facts” (checked Oct. 14, 2026). Neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals. HAR market areas and neighborhoods have different boundaries, so compare like with like.
Greater Houston for context (September 2026): $325,000 median sale price, 40,192 active listings, 5.5 months of inventory. HAR, released Oct. 14, 20268.
What it means: months of inventory near 5 to 6 is usually called balanced. Subdivision-level pending sales and price reductions aren’t on HAR’s public pages; Michael can pull them from the MLS.
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No one can guarantee a buyer, a price or a timeline. What we control is how well your home is priced, presented and followed up.
Homeownership costs
What it costs to own in Spring Shadows.
The association lists a $375 annual charge and a $450 transfer fee as of Nov. 1, 2025.2
Nothing is pre-filled for insurance. Get quotes for the specific address, including flood, even outside a mapped zone.
No rate is filled in for you. For reference, Freddie Mac’s average 30-year rate was 7.32% the week of Oct. 22, 2026. Lenders quote by credit and loan type.
True Cost of Homeownership calculator (adds exemptions, mortgage and PMI) · Mortgage calculator
Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year9. Harris County units: Harris County (2026), Harris County Flood Control District (2026), Harris County Hospital District (2026), Port of Houston Authority (2026), Harris County Department of Education (2025).
Before you move here
The Good, The Bad & The Reality.
Want a 1970s-era house on a real yard in Spring Branch, close to Memorial City and the Beltway? Spring Shadows has nearly 2,000 of them. Just know the HOA is mandatory and many houses are ready for updates.
The Good
- Room to spread outHAR's 2025 Facts show a median of 2,245 square feet on an 8,800 square foot lot.1
- Quick highway accessThe association places it just inside Beltway 8 and north of I-10, with US 290 nearby.3
- An organized HOAThe association is self-managed with an elected board that enforces the deed restrictions.4
- Groceries next doorThe Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B is next to the subdivision.5
The Bad
- A mandatory assessmentThe association lists a $375 annual charge and a $450 transfer fee as of Nov. 1, 2025.2
- Older homesThe median build year is 1970, so plan for inspections and updates.1
- Spring Branch ISDIt is in Spring Branch ISD, not Houston ISD; confirm schools with SBISD's finder.10
- Check the flood mapsCheck FEMA, the county tool and MAAPnext for the exact address.1112
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineSpring Shadows is a practical choice if you want more house and yard for the money in Spring Branch, with an HOA that keeps up the rules. Read the resale certificate and the restrictions, and budget for updates on a house built around 1970.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a larger lot near Memorial City
- You may love it ifBuyers who use I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290
- You may love it ifBuyers who want an HOA that enforces the restrictions
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a smaller civic club with voluntary dues, look at Binglewood.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want to be closer to the Memorial Villages, see Memorial West.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want postwar homes inside the Loop area, compare Oak Forest.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Spring Shadows is a practical choice if you want more house and yard for the money in Spring Branch, with an HOA that keeps up the rules. Read the resale certificate and the restrictions, and budget for updates on a house built around 1970.
Schools
Schools for a Spring Shadows address.
It is in Spring Branch ISD, not Houston ISD; confirm schools with SBISD's finder.10
- Spring Branch Independent School DistrictDistrict listed for Spring Shadows in our recordsFind My Zoned School (by address)
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. We don’t publish ratings or rankings.
Flood research
Flood research for a Spring Shadows address.
Check the official maps for the specific address.
Research flood information for an address
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterOfficial effective flood map for the address
- Harris County Flood Education Mapping ToolFEMA floodplains relative to structures
- MAAPnext interactive mapDraft next-generation maps and “Know Your Risk”
- Harris County Flood Warning SystemLive rainfall and stream gauges
- Our flood map guideHow to read the official maps
No map can say a property won’t flood. Check the official map, the seller’s disclosure, flood insurance and the elevation of the specific home. Michael is a broker, not a flood engineer or insurance agent.
Compare
Spring Shadows vs. nearby choices.
HAR 2025 values where HAR publishes them, straight-line distances and links to each full guide. Nothing here is a rating.
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Questions buyers actually ask
Spring Shadows questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Spring Shadows?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Spring Shadows” show a median market value of $443,273, a typical range of $372K - $571K, a median home of 2,245 sq ft on a 8,800 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 1970. They are HAR’s neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals.
Source: HAR.com 2025 Facts (checked Oct. 14, 2026).
Which local taxing units apply in Spring Shadows besides Harris County?
Our records show City of Houston at $0.5192 per $100 (2025); Spring Branch ISD at $1.0231 per $100 (2025). Rates and years are as each office lists them; the HCAD account for a specific address shows which units apply.
Sources: houstontx.gov, springbranchisd.com.
What did HAR’s Spring Branch market area show this fall for buyers looking at Spring Shadows?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $479,900 for single-family homes in its Spring Branch market area, with 87 sales that month, 548 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 4.9 months of inventory. HAR’s area has its own boundaries; ask for a subdivision-level report before pricing or offering.
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026).
More questions and answers are in the resource center below.
Tools
Plan your move to Spring Shadows.
Neighborhood matchmakerSpring Shadows vs. nearby neighborhoods.Ownership cost calculatorTaxes by unit, dues, insurance, mortgage.Affordability calculatorWhat price fits your budget.Flood researchOfficial maps for any address.True cost of ownershipTaxes by unit, exemptions, insurance.Houston flood map guideHow to read the official maps.Inner Loop HoustonThe wider area, compared.
Relocating?
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Central Houston and seven other regions, compared with the same sourced facts.
Have questions about Spring Shadows?
Talk directly with Michael O’Neal.
- Broker and owner of The Michael O’Neal Group, Keller Williams Realty Northeast, 20665 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble (TREC broker #624124)
- The Michael O’Neal Group has helped 2,035 families over 13 years
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- HAR Client Experience Ratings: 4.90 out of 5 from 90 surveys (imported Oct. 20, 2026; read the reviews)
- Works with buyers and sellers across Greater Houston from the team’s office in Humble
How the team helps
- Pricing from Spring Shadows’s own recent sales
- Checking the tax units, any deed restrictions and the resale certificate before the option period ends
- Listing preparation and professional marketing
- Buyer representation and showings
- Relocation help for out-of-town buyers
- Transaction coordination from contract to close
The website assistant answers from our sourced Spring Shadows guide and hands property-specific or current MLS questions to Michael’s team.
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Research
Spring Shadows homeowner resource center.
Everything we’ve researched, with every source and checked date: city rules and services, documents, tax units, parks and amenities, schools, flood resources and FAQs. Search it or pick a topic.
Spring Shadows at a Glance
Where Spring Shadows is. The association places Spring Shadows just inside Beltway 8, north of I-10, about 12 miles northwest of downtown Houston, with access to I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Almost 2,000 homes. The association says there are almost 2,000 homes in the Spring Shadows subdivision; HAR's 2025 Facts count 1,957 single-family properties. Spring Shadows Civic Association: about HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows
Homes by the numbers. HAR's 2025 Facts show a median of 2,245 square feet on an 8,800 square foot lot and a median build year of 1970. HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows
A mandatory HOA. The Spring Shadows Civic Association is a self-managed homeowners association with an elected volunteer board that enforces the deed restrictions. Spring Shadows Civic Association: about
Annual assessment. The association lists an annual maintenance charge of $375, a $450 transfer fee and a $50 refinance fee, each as of Nov. 1, 2025. Spring Shadows Civic Association: fees
Parks and trails. The association points residents to Agnes Moffitt Park, with sports facilities and a disc golf course, and to the Spring Branch trail network that connects toward Bear Creek Park. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Near Memorial City. The association names the Energy Corridor, Memorial City and CityCentre as nearby job and shopping centers. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Street layout. The association describes many cul-de-sacs and limited through traffic, with a fire station in the middle of the neighborhood. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Homes and the Spring Shadows Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Shadows | 1,957 | 2,245 sq ft | 8,800 sq ft | 1970 | $443,273 | $372K - $571K |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts. Market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price, and a median is not the value of any one home.
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Spring Shadows are MLS figures that HAR’s public pages do not publish by neighborhood. Ask for a current MLS report for the sections you are considering.
Live HAR.com search for Spring Shadows; if it shows no homes, none are listed under that name right now. Widen the search or ask us.
Property Taxes, HOA and MUD in Spring Shadows
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Branch ISD | $1.0231 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.4175 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.05266 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.19528 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.00603 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.0048 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
Spring Shadows is inside the City of Houston and Spring Branch ISD; HAR's tax table shows no MUD. Spring Branch ISD's tax office shows 2025 as its latest adopted rate. HAR also lists the Spring Branch Management District, which is not in the estimate because whether it applies depends on the property. HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Spring Branch ISD tax office: 2025 rates Harris Central Appraisal District
HOA and deed restrictions
- Spring Shadows Civic Association $375 per year (2025) Source
The association also lists a $450 transfer fee and a $50 refinance fee (as of Nov. 1, 2025) and describes membership as mandatory for resale certificates. Spring Shadows Civic Association: fees
Rates are per $100 of taxable value; a tax bill also depends on the appraised value, exemptions and which units cover the address. Look an address up: Harris Central Appraisal District property search, Harris County Tax Office, True Cost of Homeownership calculator.
Schools Serving Spring Shadows
- Spring Branch ISD Find My Zoned School (by address)
Spring Shadows is in Spring Branch ISD. SBISD's school finder returns the zoned schools for an address; confirm with the district. Spring Branch ISD: realtor resources and school finder
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision.
Flood and Drainage Research for Spring Shadows
Check the exact address on FEMA's effective map, the Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool and HCFCD's draft MAAPnext maps. FEMA Flood Map Service Center HCFCD: Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool HCFCD: MAAPnext
Spring Branch Creek, an HCFCD-maintained tributary of Buffalo Bayou, runs through the Spring Branch area; parts of it run underground or in a concrete-lined channel. City of Houston: Super Neighborhood 85, Spring Branch Central HCFCD: CI-018 Rehabilitation of Spring Branch
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate, and price flood insurance before your option period ends.
Everyday Places Near Spring Shadows
Groceries
- Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B 10251 Kempwood Dr. at Gessner, next to the subdivision
- Bunker Hill H-E-B 9710 Katy Fwy., on I-10
- Hwy 290 H-E-B 12009 Northwest Fwy., along US 290
Hospitals and urgent care
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center Memorial City, south of I-10
Parks and trails
- Lee (James W.) Park 9025 Pitner Rd., to the east in Binglewood
- Campbell Woods Park 2315 Crestdale, 77080
- Haden Park 1404 Witte Rd., 77080
- Trini Mendenhall Community Center 1414 Wirt Rd.
Each place links to its own site and was confirmed operating on Nov. 11, 2026. Listed by location, not a ranking or a recommendation.
Getting Around from Spring Shadows
Beltway 8 is just to the west and I-10 to the south; US 290 is to the north. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Memorial City, CityCentre and the Energy Corridor are the nearby job and shopping centers the association names. Spring Shadows Civic Association
We name routes rather than quote drive times, which change with the hour and the exact address. Straight-line miles to both airports are on the fact sheet below.
Spring Shadows Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of living in Spring Shadows?
On the plus side, it is a large Spring Branch subdivision with an active HOA, 1970s-era homes on 8,800 square foot median lots and quick access to I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290. On the other side, there is a mandatory $375 annual charge plus transfer fees, and many homes need updating.
Sources: Spring Shadows Civic Association HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Spring Shadows Civic Association: fees Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What do homes in Spring Shadows cost?
HAR's 2025 Facts show a median market value of $443,273 for Spring Shadows, with a neighborhood value range of about $372K to $571K. Those are appraisal-based values, not sale prices; ask for an MLS report on recent sales.
Sources: HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What are the HOA fees in Spring Shadows?
The association lists an annual maintenance charge of $375, a $450 transfer fee at sale and a $50 refinance fee, each as of Nov. 1, 2025.
Sources: Spring Shadows Civic Association: fees Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What school district serves Spring Shadows?
Spring Shadows is in Spring Branch ISD, not Houston ISD. Use SBISD's school finder to confirm the schools for an address.
Sources: Spring Branch ISD: realtor resources and school finder HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What are property taxes like in Spring Shadows?
The bill includes the City of Houston, Spring Branch ISD and the Harris County units; HAR's table shows no MUD and also lists the Spring Branch Management District. Confirm the exact units on the HCAD account.
Sources: HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Spring Branch ISD tax office: 2025 rates Harris Central Appraisal District Checked Nov. 11, 2026
How old are the homes in Spring Shadows?
HAR's 2025 Facts show a median build year of 1970 and a median of 2,245 square feet.
Sources: HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Where do Spring Shadows residents buy groceries?
The Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B is right next to the subdivision, and the Bunker Hill H-E-B is on I-10.
Sources: H-E-B: Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B: Bunker Hill Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What roads serve Spring Shadows?
The association names I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290 as the main highways, with Memorial City and CityCentre nearby.
Sources: Spring Shadows Civic Association Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What should I check before making an offer in Spring Shadows?
Order the resale certificate, read the deed restrictions, check the flood maps and the HCAD account, and confirm schools with SBISD. Ask for an MLS report on recent sales.
Sources: Spring Shadows Civic Association: fees FEMA Flood Map Service Center Harris Central Appraisal District Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Spring Shadows? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a 1970s-era house on a real yard in Spring Branch, close to Memorial City and the Beltway? Spring Shadows has nearly 2,000 of them. Just know the HOA is mandatory and many houses are ready for updates.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- Room to spread out
- Quick highway access
- An organized HOA
What Might Surprise You
- A mandatory assessment
- Older homes
- Spring Branch ISD
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B, 0.3 mi
- ER: Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, 2.7 mi
- Shopping: CITYCENTRE, 2.9 mi
- Park: Terry Hershey Park, 5.3 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Spring Shadows is a practical choice if you want more house and yard for the money in Spring Branch, with an HOA that keeps up the rules.
Compare nearby:
Four Reasons People Love Living in Spring Shadows
- 1Room to spread out
HAR's 2025 Facts show a median of 2,245 square feet on an 8,800 square foot lot.
- 2Quick highway access
The association places it just inside Beltway 8 and north of I-10, with US 290 nearby.
- 3An organized HOA
The association is self-managed with an elected board that enforces the deed restrictions.
- 4Groceries next door
The Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B is next to the subdivision.
Four Things You Should Know Before Moving to Spring Shadows
- 1A mandatory assessment
The association lists a $375 annual charge and a $450 transfer fee as of Nov. 1, 2025.
- 2Older homes
The median build year is 1970, so plan for inspections and updates.
- 3Spring Branch ISD
It is in Spring Branch ISD, not Houston ISD; confirm schools with SBISD's finder.
- 4Check the flood maps
Check FEMA, the county tool and MAAPnext for the exact address.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center HCFCD: Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool HCFCD: MAAPnext
Who Might Love Spring Shadows?
- Buyers who want a larger lot near Memorial City
- Buyers who use I-10, Beltway 8 and US 290
- Buyers who want an HOA that enforces the restrictions
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a smaller civic club with voluntary dues, look at Binglewood.
- If you want to be closer to the Memorial Villages, see Memorial West.
- If you want postwar homes inside the Loop area, compare Oak Forest.
Everyday Convenience in Spring Shadows
- Groceries next door The Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B is next to the subdivision. H-E-B: Kempwood and Gessner
- Shopping nearby The association names Memorial City Mall and CityCentre as nearby. Spring Shadows Civic Association
Main routes: Beltway 8 to the west, I-10 to the south and US 290 to the north. Spring Shadows Civic Association
| Nearest H-E-B | Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B 0.3 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Bunker Hill H-E-B 2.3 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Kempwood and Gessner H-E-B 0.3 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center 2.7 mi |
| Major shopping | CITYCENTRE 2.9 mi |
| Parks and nature | Terry Hershey Park 5.3 mi |
| Golf | Memorial Park Golf Course 7.2 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 17 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 19 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Spring Shadows, not driving distance or time; your street and route change the real trip. Each place links to its official site; a list is not a recommendation.
The Real Estate Reality
| Median market value | $443,273 | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $372K - $571K | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
| Median home size | 2,245 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
| Median lot | 8,800 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
| Median year built | 1970 | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
| Single-family homes | 1,957 | HAR 2025 facts (Spring Shadows) |
| Tax rate: Spring Branch ISD | $1.0231 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Harris County | $0.4175 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| HOA dues | $375 per year (2025) | Spring Shadows Civic Association |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Spring Shadows come from the MLS, and HAR’s public pages do not publish them by neighborhood, so we do not show them here. Ask for a current MLS report for the streets you are considering. Full sources are on the Spring Shadows Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Spring Shadows is a practical choice if you want more house and yard for the money in Spring Branch, with an HOA that keeps up the rules. Read the resale certificate and the restrictions, and budget for updates on a house built around 1970.
Spring Shadows vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Spring Shadows vs. Memorial West
Choose Memorial West and you gain: You gain a location closer to the Memorial Villages.
You give up: You give up Spring Shadows' lower HAR median value.
Spring Shadows vs. Oak Forest
Choose Oak Forest and you gain: You gain a location closer to the Heights.
You give up: You give up Spring Shadows' larger median lot.
Questions buyers ask about Spring Shadows
Is Spring Shadows a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a larger lot in Spring Branch near Memorial City with an organized HOA. Read the resale certificate and check the flood maps.
Sources: HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Spring Shadows Civic Association Spring Shadows Civic Association: about Checked Nov 11, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Spring Shadows?
The HOA charge and transfer fee are mandatory, most homes are around 1970 vintage, and flood zones can change by street.
Sources: HAR.com 2025 Facts: Spring Shadows Spring Shadows Civic Association Spring Shadows Civic Association: about Checked Nov 11, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 11, 2026. Facts link to their sources; Michael’s take is his opinion.
Every neighborhood has its advantages and tradeoffs. Before you buy, let’s talk about what actually matters to you.
Michael O’Neal
Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
Call or text: 832-797-3780 · themichaelonealgroup.com
Neighborhood fact sheet
Spring Shadows Fact Sheet
The key facts on one sheet. Every figure links to its source, and each card shows the date it was last checked (sheet updated Nov 11, 2026).
Check the address. Property taxes, flood zone, HOA dues and school assignments are set for each address and can differ between homes in the same neighborhood. Before relying on anything on this sheet, look the address up in the official tools linked here.
Homes
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median year built | Median market value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Shadows | 1,957 | 2,245 sq ft | 1970 | $443,273 |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts (market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price). A neighborhood median is not the value of any one home. Full market snapshot.
Checked Nov 11, 2026
Property taxes
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Branch ISD | $1.0231 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| City of Houston | $0.51919 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.4175 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.05266 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.19528 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.00603 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.0048 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
Official rates we could confirm, per $100 of taxable value. A tax bill also depends on which units cover the address, its appraised value and its exemptions. All tax details on this page.
- Harris Central Appraisal District property search
- Harris County Tax Office
- True Cost of Homeownership calculator
Checked Nov 11, 2026
HOA dues
- Spring Shadows Civic Association $375 per year (2025) Source
Published by the association or its manager. Some homes owe more than one association; the resale certificate for the address shows what applies.
Schools
- Spring Branch ISD Find My Zoned School (by address)
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. School notes on this page.
Flood research
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate. Flood notes on this page.
Nearby essentials
Hospitals with an emergency room
Shopping
- CITYCENTRE 2.9 mi
- Town & Country Village 3.3 mi
- Uptown Park 6.7 mi
Parks and nature
- Terry Hershey Park 5.3 mi
- Tanglewood Park 5.4 mi
- Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 6.7 mi
Golf clubs and courses
- Memorial Park Golf Course 7.2 mi
- Sharpstown Park Golf Course 7.5 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Spring Shadows, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Spring Shadows on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
Thinking About Buying or Selling in Spring Shadows?
Every neighborhood has its advantages and tradeoffs. Let me help you understand the market, the costs and what to look for before making a decision.
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Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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Researched and checked Nov. 11, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Memorial West · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Spring Shadows, 2025 Facts
- Spring Shadows Civic Association
- Spring Shadows Civic Association
- Spring Shadows Civic Association: about
- H-E-B: Kempwood and Gessner
- HAR.com, Spring Branch market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Memorial West market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- Official tax rate source
- Spring Branch ISD: realtor resources and school finder
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- HCFCD: Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
Community facts: city, district and association records, the Harris County appraisal district and tax office, HAR.com and each place’s official page (records checked Oct. 21-Nov. 3, 2026). Market areas: HAR.com (read Nov. 8, 2026). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors, tiles OpenFreeMap; imagery USGS The National Map.