In the last two decades, as Houston became increasingly more urban,
many residents sought a country living environment. One place they
found it is in the expanse of land northwest of Houston. As a result,
the region has experienced significant residential development as
well as major office and industrial activity. The area between the
Katy Freeway and Highway 290 is referred to as Bear Creek and is one
of the three distinct areas that make up Houston's northwest sector.
Master-planned communities in Bear Creek include Fairfield and Deerfield
Village. Neighborhood homes are priced from the $60,000s to the $160,000s.
Other subdivisions include Glencairn, Bear Creek Plantation and Pine
Forest.