Houston metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Fairchilds, TX
$415,000Median listing price
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About Fairchilds
Fairchilds is a small rural village in south-central Fort Bend County, between Needville and Richmond, surrounded by farmland and prairie. It is a quiet agricultural community of modest homes, manufactured housing, and acreage properties, with the historic Fairchilds Farmers Co-op Gin as a local landmark.
Home prices in Fairchilds
The median listing price in Fairchilds is $415,000.
Top places in Fairchilds
- Brazos Bend State Park — alligator viewing, Hale Lake, and miles of trails (shown in the Commons photos below; nearby-landmark substitution).
- Fairchild Farmers Co-op Gin — historic local landmark.
- Needville — small-town dining and services minutes south.
Commuting from Fairchilds
- Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~45–55 minutes (approximate; FM 361 / SH 36 north to US-59/I-69, roughly 40 miles; longer in peak traffic).
Schools in Fairchilds
Public schools: Needville Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Fairchilds FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fairchilds, TX?
The median listing price in Fairchilds is $415,000. Median listing price · Movoto · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Fairchilds, TX?
Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~45–55 minutes (approximate; FM 361 / SH 36 north to US-59/I-69, roughly 40 miles; longer in peak traffic). - Which school district serves Fairchilds, TX?
Fairchilds is served by Needville Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.