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The city of Sugar Land in Fort Bend County, Texas got its name from when it was founded as a sugar plantation during the mid-1800s. Today, that name is still very much appropriate as the city is home to the headquarters of Imperial Sugar, one of the country’s top sugar producers. Present day Sugar Land is a booming metropolis with the largest number of master-planned communities in the county, where residents enjoy a high quality of life through the city’s offerings of excellent schools, amenities, and recreational opportunities. Sugar Land has appeared on various lists as one of the country’s top cities to live in publications such as Forbes.com and Money Magazine.
Things to Do
With more than 140 stores, the First Colony Mall along U.S. Highway 59 offers a complete shopping experience for Sugar Land residents, including a 24-screen cinema operated by AMC Theatres. Nearby is the Sugar Land Town Square, a retail and business center with shops, restaurants and services, plus a hotel and conference center.
Located along University Blvd., the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land features a variety of exhibits ranging from palaeontology to space sciences, housed in a building that was once a prison inmate dormitory. The museum also features an aquarium and digital dome theater.
Golfing enthusiasts can take their pick from any of Sugar Land’s challenging courses, which include the 27-hole course at the Sugar Creek Country Club; the 18-hole private course at the Riverbend Country Club; the two courses designed by Roger Packard at the Sweetwater Country Club; and the 18 holes at the Greatwood Golf Club, which is ranked among the Top 25 Best Courses in Texas.
Sugar Land Homes for Sale, Rentals and Houston Real Estate
Premier real estate options await homebuyers in Sugar Land, with choices ranging from single-family residences to townhouses and condos, to golf course homes, waterfront properties, and sprawling luxury estates. Land and lots ideal for new construction are also available for those who want to build their own home from scratch. Sugar Land is known for its numerous gated and master-planned communities that offer privacy, security, and their own set of amenities for its residents. These include neighborhoods such as the groundbreaking First Colony and its more than 9,000 homes; Telfair and its array of lovely brick houses; Sugar Creek and its acclaimed golf course; and Venetian Estates with its canals and waterways.
