The center of the local petrochemical, manufacturing and shipping
industries, the area of southeast Houston encompasses the Houston
Ship Channel that is lined with oil and chemical plants. The region
provides a quality lifestyle for the thousands of skilled laborers
and managers. Farther south, below the Ship Channel is Pasadena, about
18 miles from downtown Houston. This city offers homes from 40 years
old to new. Prices range from the $40,000s to more than $1 million.