Homes & rentals in Spring, Texas
A large community along I-45 on Houston’s north side, home to Old Town Spring. Here’s what to know about buying, selling or renting in Spring, plus the official links to check before you sign anything.
I-45 & Grand ParkwayOld Town SpringSpring, Klein & Conroe ISDHarris County
Residents in the Spring census area
Source: 2020 U.S. Census
Year the railroad opened through Spring, and the town grew
Source: Wikipedia
Shops, restaurants and galleries in Old Town Spring
Source: Wikipedia
School districts serve the area: Spring, Klein and Conroe ISD
Source: Wikipedia
Railroad roots, big-city access.
Spring grew up around the railroad. The International and Great Northern Railroad opened through town in 1871, and by 1910 about 1,200 people lived here. Today the Spring census area is home to more than 62,000 people.
Spring is a census-designated place, not an incorporated city, and it sits in Houston’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. Spring Creek forms the line between Harris and Montgomery counties, so some homes with a Spring address north of the creek are actually in Montgomery County.
The restored homes of Old Town Spring now hold more than 150 shops, restaurants and galleries.
Close by
- Old Town Spring: shops, restaurants and galleries
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor SplashTown
- ExxonMobil’s campus, the company’s headquarters since 2022
- The Woodlands, just north across Spring Creek
Sources: Wikipedia.
Where Spring sits on the map.
Interstate 45 runs right through Spring, so getting to Houston or The Woodlands is straightforward, traffic permitting.
Interstate 45
The main route through Spring. It goes south to downtown Houston and north to The Woodlands and Conroe.
Grand Parkway (SH 99)
A toll loop around the Houston area that crosses Spring, handy for east–west trips.
Your commute
Drive times vary a lot with I-45 traffic. Test your commute at rush hour before you buy.
What to check before you make an offer.
Two homes a mile apart can have very different monthly costs. These are the things we look at for every Spring-area home.
Property taxes
Your tax bill is set by every taxing unit the home sits in: county, school district, and any special districts. The home’s record on the Harris Central Appraisal District site lists them. North of Spring Creek, homes are in Montgomery County, so check the Montgomery Central Appraisal District instead.
MUD taxes
Some neighborhoods, especially newer ones, are in a Municipal Utility District (MUD), which adds its own tax. We check it for every home you’re serious about.
Flood zones
Look up any address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, read the seller’s disclosure, and get a flood insurance quote before your option period ends. In Harris County, the Flood Control District’s tools show local flood risk and projects.
School district
Spring is served by Spring ISD, Klein ISD and Conroe ISD, depending on the address. Always confirm with the district before you buy or lease.
HOAs & deed restrictions
Many subdivisions have HOA dues, rules and deed restrictions. Read them before you buy, especially if you plan to add a shed, a pool or a fence, or to park an RV or boat.
Homestead exemption
If it will be your primary home, file for your homestead exemption. Our Harris County homestead guide walks you through it.
Check the facts at the source.
We’d rather send you to the official source than guess. Bookmark these links. We use them for every Spring-area home.
We share facts and official sources about each community and let you decide what’s right for you. Hometown Realtors of Texas follows all fair housing laws.
Spring ISDSchools and attendance zonesKlein ISDSchools and attendance zonesConroe ISDSchools and attendance zonesMontgomery Central Appraisal DistrictFor homes north of Spring CreekHarris Central Appraisal DistrictProperty values, taxing units and exemptionsHarris County Tax OfficePay or look up property tax billsHarris County Flood Control DistrictFlood risk, projects and flood warningFEMA Flood Map Service CenterLook up the flood zone for any addressTexas School Report CardsOfficial state data for any Texas school or districtOur homestead exemption guideHow to file in Harris County
Renting in Spring
We help renters find a lease that fits and understand the application before paying any fees. That covers homes, townhomes, and furnished or short-term leases when they’re available.
Own a home in Spring?
We’ll price it from recent sales or real lease comps, tell you which fixes are worth the money, and market it where local buyers and renters are looking.
Questions people ask about Spring.
Is Spring a city?
No. Spring is a census-designated place, not an incorporated city, so there’s no city government or city property tax. It sits in Houston’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, and county and special districts provide services.
Is every Spring address in Harris County?
No. Spring Creek forms the county line, so some homes with a Spring address north of the creek are in Montgomery County. The appraisal district record shows which county a home is in.
Which school district serves Spring?
Spring ISD, Klein ISD and Conroe ISD all serve parts of the Spring area. The exact address decides it, so check with the district before you buy or lease.
How do I file a homestead exemption?
File with the appraisal district for the county the home is in. Our Harris County homestead guide and Montgomery County homestead guide walk you through it.
Ready to look at homes in Spring?
Search every home for sale and for lease on HAR, or call us for a no-pressure conversation about your plans.