Houston metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Stafford, TX
$352,000Median listing price
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About Stafford
Stafford is a compact, business-friendly city in northeastern Fort Bend County (with a small portion in Harris County), known for having no city property tax and a strong commercial corridor along US-59/I-69. Housing is a mix of established 1970s–1990s subdivisions, townhomes, and apartments, with prices generally below neighboring Sugar Land and Missouri City.
Home prices in Stafford
The median listing price in Stafford is $352,000.
Top places in Stafford
- Stafford City Hall (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Stafford Centre — performing arts and convention venue (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Historic Stafford buildings and the Stafford Historical Society (shown in the Commons photos below).
- US-59/I-69 commercial corridor — dining and retail.
Commuting from Stafford
- Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~20–25 minutes (approximate; US-59/I-69 east, roughly 15 miles; longer in peak traffic).
Schools in Stafford
Public schools: Stafford Municipal 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.
Stafford FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Stafford, TX?
The median listing price in Stafford is $352,000. Median listing price · Movoto · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Stafford, TX?
Approximate drive to downtown Houston: ~20–25 minutes (approximate; US-59/I-69 east, roughly 15 miles; longer in peak traffic). - Which school district serves Stafford, TX?
Stafford is served by Stafford Municipal School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.