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THE WOODLANDS TEXAS LUXURY HOMES

Wednesday, June 23, 2010
by Jutta "Utah" Burden

The Woodlands Luxury Homes - What You Need to Know

It stands to reason that price is the most significant factor when searching for an upscale home out of the Woodlands luxury homes. The cost of these luxury homes can easily cross over the million dollar mark, unlike the regular properties that the average person buys which are normally in the range of a few hundred thousand dollars. So if you are looking at buying one of these exceptional homes, you'd better have a very big wallet. After the price, the next big thing to look at is the location. Obviously the nicer the area, the higher the price will be. Most often, these houses are found secluded away, granting as much privacy to the occupants as possible.

All of the Woodlands luxury homes have several things in common, aside from the price, which is already something that separates them from the average home. These more luxurious homes can reach 10 to even 20 million dollars per home! Do you have any idea how much that is? If I were to put it to you in another way, you would have to pay $157,025 a month for a period of 30 years, on an interest rate of 8 percent after you’ve given a 20% down payment - all to pay for one house that costs $26,750,000. Needless to say, it’s not the average person who can afford to live in these houses.

Another thing that most luxury homes have in common is the amount of land that they are built on, obviously the acreage will vary drastically from region to region, with the more developed areas having smaller plots of land at higher costs,and the less economically developed areas having much larger plots of land for the exact same price. A million dollars might buy you 2 acres in one area, but it will buy you 13 in another area, for example. Rest assured, however, that whichever area you are in, the Woodlands luxury homes are never crammed together.

Most luxury homes have additional features, which are part of the reason they are so luxurious. Outdoors, there is almost always a pool and other amenities, such as tennis courts. Indoors, some have private cinemas, home gyms, or squash courts. All of these are designed to make it feel like you are on a constant holiday when you are staying in one of these houses.

If you are seriously considering one of these outstanding homes, the first step would be to ensure that your finances are in proper order as during the recent economic crisis of 2008 many luxury homeowners defaulted due to the extremely high monthly payment. Despite this, however, owning one of the Woodlands luxury homes will bring a great deal of prestige, even if your only intention is to hold it as an investment.

The Woodlands luxury homes are exclusively owned by the crème de la crème of society and if you are lucky enough to be able to join this most august gathering of people, ensure that all of your finances are secure as nothing would be worse than falling from grace after having achieved so much.

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Pool problems check the Pool Wizard

Tuesday, June 22, 2010
by Jutta "Utah" Burden

Pool problems check the pool wizard

Pool problem help & pool maintenance tips

This is for all my readers that are swimming pool owner !!!

Most pool owners have similar complaints about their pool water problems and say things like: “My swimming pool always turns green with algae!”, “My eyes and nose burn when I swim and I can smell the chlorine,” or “The swimming pool water is cloudy. How do I know if the water is safe for my kids?”

This site addresses these and other questions about pool water chemistry and swimming pool problems. Step by step guides take you through all aspects of pool water testing, balancing the water chemistry and general swimming pool maintenance. To make life easier, there are convenient water calculators to help you work out how much of each chemical you need. You can also work out the volume of your swimming pool or make conversions between gallons and litres.

The pages dealing with identifying and solving the most common swimming pool problems will no doubt be of use to all pool owners, pool maintainers and swimmers alike. Problems such as algae, cloudy water, swimming pool illnesses and chlorine smells are covered. Please feel free to request help on topics not covered on this site.

A section is devoted to the Pool Wizard, a fully patented revolutionary swimming pool accessory using natural minerals, which dramatically reduces pool maintenance and the associated pool chemical costs (such as chlorine, flocculant and algaecide). Never again will you have algae in your swimming pool. It even prevents and destroys the most stubborn black algae found in pool water. It kills bacteria and fungus too, with no maintenance required (apart from half an hour every 7 to 9 months).

A comprehensive glossary of swimming pool and pool maintenance terminology has been added. If you can’t figure out the pool manuals or maintenance guides, then this can really help to solve your problems.

Why not check out some of the satisfied users of the Pool Wizard and view some of the before/ after photos, or explore web sites in our pool and spa directory containing useful information relevant to swimming pools, swimming and pool water quality, hot tubs and spas (as well as a few of my own personal favourites).

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Relaxing Backyard Ideas

Monday, June 21, 2010
by Jutta "Utah" Burden

Relaxing Backyard Ideas

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If you are like many Americans, your backyard is your oasis from the world. This is the spot you choose to spend your time off with your family and friends. It is a place where you will do a lot of your living. Unfortunately, many Americans also find their backyards to be places that aren’t comfortable and relaxing. Often by lack of knowledge or even lack of creativity we create formal spaces that really aren’t quite suitable for relaxing.

If you are one of the many Americans seeking relaxing backyard ideas for your home and garden there are a few ideas below that may help you accomplish your goal. The first thing you must do however is identify what things you find relaxing. Just as many things in life, relaxation is not one size fits all.

Bird Paradise

The first suggestion is to create an area in which birds will come to rest. Many people find that bird watching is not only entertaining and enjoyable but also very relaxing as a hobby. You can do many things with your landscaping that will attract birds and other wildlife to your backyard. Some of those things include adding bird feeders that are kept well stocked to your backyard, landscaping with plants, bushes, trees, and shrubs that are attractive to birds, and providing a nice bird bath from which birds can drink and play. These types of backyards are very relaxing to bird lovers and can be enjoyed all seasons if you have a sunroom overlooking your backyard. Be sure to have a hammock where you can lie back and relax while waiting for those rare birds to make an appearance.

Natural Oasis

Mother Nature is a wise designer. If you take some of her greatest creations and features and have them in use on some scale in your back yard you should find a very organic and relaxing atmosphere from which to escape your day. I prefer using materials that are natural, particularly when landscaping or designing an outdoor living space. I find nature in and of itself to be quite relaxing. That doesn’t mean that I do not find a cedar hot tub relaxing I most certainly do (I also find the cedar to be a great fit for my backyard), it simply means that using materials that are natural for a good portion of the features is a great way to blend them all together. Wood fences, stone tables or birdbaths, slate fountains, and wood furniture are also great backyard additions.

There are many other fantastic and relaxing backyard ideas all around you. Just look around and see what you think will create the atmosphere you are hoping to achieve and remember that some people find a basketball goal as relaxing as you may find a nice quite place to read in the shade. By this I mean that there is no absolute right or wrong way to go about creating your relaxing backyard space. There is only the discovery or what is or is not right for you.

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Jutta "Utah" Burden's Market Update

Monday, June 21, 2010
by Jutta "Utah" Burden

 

Existing Home Sales On The Rise

Existing-home sales got a boost in April with reported 7.6 percent increase in units sold, according to a report by the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). A number of factors played into the increase, including low interest rates, increased consumer confidence, and the expiring tax credit. Existing-home sales are on pace to reach 5.77 million units sold for 2010, which is 22 percent higher than the 4.70 million unit pace set one year ago.

Existing Home Sales By Region

Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, expected the increase. "The upswing in April existing-home sales was expected because of the tax credit inducement, and no doubt there will be some temporary fallback in the months immediately after it expires, but other factors also are supporting the market," he said. "For people who were on the sidelines, there’s been a return of buyer confidence with stabilizing home prices, an improving economy and mortgage interest rates that remain historically low."

First time buyers accounted for 49 percent of April's market activity, while repeat buyers accounted for 36 percent of transactions; the remaining sales were attributed to investors. All-cash sales held steady at 26 percent, compared to 27 percent the month before.

Distressed home sales were down 2 percent in April, accounting for 33 percent of reported sales. NAR President Vicki Cox Golder explains that buyers are still active, despite the expired tax credit. "It looks like the level of home sales that close in May and June will stay elevated, but many buyers remain in the market even without the tax credit," she said. "Some Realtors tell us they are very busy with clients who are entering the market now as a result of improved conditions, while others are welcoming a slowdown from frantic market conditions in recent months."

Freddie Mac reported 30-year, conventional, fixed rate mortgages were up slightly at 5.10 percent, compared to 4.97 percent in March.

Looking For The Best Mortgage

Shopping around for a home loan or mortgage will help you to get the best financing deal. A mortgage — whether it’s a home purchase, a refinancing, or a home equity loan — is a product, just like a car, so the price and terms may be negotiable. You’ll want to compare all the costs involved in obtaining a mortgage. Shopping, comparing, and negotiating may save you thousands of dollars.

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development offers a free brochure to help guide you through this process. Download a free copy today, and please contact us for a list of preferred mortgage professionals in our area.

Summer Selling Opportunity

Sellers, you have an excellent opportunity to sell your home this season, if you have the right pricing strategy in place from the start! Studies show that the longer a property stays on the market, the less the seller will net upon the sale. It is very important to price your property at a competitive market value at the signing of your listing contract. The market is so competitive that even over-pricing by a few thousand dollars could mean that your house will not sell.

An Overpriced Home:
· Minimizes offers
· Lowers agents response
· Limits qualified buyers
· Lowers showings
· Lowers prospects
· Limits financing
· Wastes advertising dollars
· Nets less for the seller

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May Third Monthly Increase in Home Sales

Tuesday, June 15, 2010
by Jutta "Utah" Burden
MLS Report for May 2010
 
 

MAY USHERS IN THIRD STRAIGHT MONTHLY INCREASE IN SALES OF SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES IN HOUSTON

Local REALTORS® Credit Ongoing Effects of Federal Homebuyer Tax Credit
 

HOUSTON — (June 15, 2010) — May marked the third consecutive month of positive single-family home sales across the greater Houston area, as consumers continued to take advantage of the federal government's homebuyer tax credit. While the credit required homebuyers to have contracts in place by April 30, closings may take place until June 30.

According to the latest monthly data compiled by the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR), May sales of single-family homes throughout the Houston market rose 19.1 percent compared to May 2009. That follows increases of 10.8 percent in March and 26.7 percent in April. Sales volume showed increases in all single-family home pricing segments, with the largest hike taking place among homes priced between $80,000 and $150,000.

Pricing leveled off last month. After seven straight months of appreciation, the average price of a single-family home dipped 0.9 percent from May 2009 to $209,920. The May single-family home median price—the figure at which half of the homes sold for more and half sold for less—slid 1.4 percent from one year earlier to $154,780. That followed 12 consecutive monthly increases in median price.

Foreclosure property sales reported in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) were flat in May compared to one year earlier. The median price of May foreclosure sales rose 3.5 percent to $89,000 on a year-over-year basis.

Sales of all property types in Houston for May totaled 6,659, up 20.3 percent compared to May 2009. Total dollar volume for properties sold during the month was $1.3 billion versus $1.1 billion one year earlier, representing an 18.9 percent increase.

"The homebuyer tax credit was a real shot in the arm for the Houston real estate market, but we are beginning to see sales volume trend toward more seasonal levels now that the incentive has expired," said Margie Dorrance, HAR chair and principal at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan. "This is still an excellent time to buy a home, as mortgage interest rates are at the lowest levels in more than half a century, and the Houston market in particular offers so many different varieties of properties to meet every consumer's unique needs."

May Monthly Market Comparison
The month of May brought Houston's overall housing market largely positive results when all listing categories are compared to May of 2009. Total property sales and total dollar volume increased on a year-over-year basis while average and median single-family home sales prices showed slight declines.

The number of available properties, or active listings, at the end of May rose 13.0 percent from May 2009 to 51,185. That represents 2,316 more active listings than one month earlier, in April 2010, and reflects additional housing inventory that hit the market as a result of interest in the homebuyer tax credit as well as general confidence in improved market conditions.

Month-end pending sales for May—those listings expected to close within the next 30 days—totaled 2,991, down 17.8 percent from last year. This is likely an indication that the effects of the tax credit are beginning to taper. The months inventory of single-family homes for May stretched slightly to 6.8 months compared to 6.2 months one year earlier, but remains better than the national months inventory of single-family homes of 8.4 months, reported by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
 
CATEGORIES MAY 2009 MAY 2010 PERCENT CHANGE
Total property sales 5,534 6,659 20.3%
Total dollar volume $1,131,686,648 $1,345,627,871 18.9%
Total active listings 45,282 51,185 13.0%
Total pending sales 3,637 2,991 -17.8%
Single-family home sales 4,782 5,693 19.1%
Single-family average sales price $211,897 $209,920 -0.9%
Single-family median sales price $157,040 $154,780 -1.4%
Months inventory* 6.2 6.8 10.6%
* Months inventory estimates the number of months it will take to deplete current active inventory based on the prior 12 months sales activity. This figure is representative of the single-family homes market.
 

Single-Family Homes Update

May sales of single-family homes in Houston totaled 5,693, up 19.1 percent from May 2009. This marks the third consecutive month of increased sales activity. Broken out by segment, May sales of homes priced from $80,000 and below increased 7.3 percent; those between $80,000 and $150,000 rose by the largest amount of all pricing segments—28.0 percent; those in the $150,000 to $250,000 range climbed 19.2 percent; and those priced between $250,000 and $500,000 were up 13.6 percent. Sales of luxury homes—those priced from $500,000 to the millions—edged up 5.1 percent, a dramatic drop compared to a 53.4 percent increase one month earlier.

Slower sales activity in the high end of the housing market contributed to a slight decline in pricing last month. The average price of single-family homes in May was $209,920, down 0.9 percent compared to one year earlier. That followed seven straight months of appreciated average pricing. At $154,780, the median sales price for single-family homes dipped 1.4 percent versus May 2009, ending a 12-month string of median sales price increases. The national single-family median price reported by NAR is $173,100, illustrating the continued higher value and lower cost of living that consumers enjoy in the Houston market.


HAR also breaks out the sales performance of existing single-family homes throughout the Houston market. In May 2010, existing home sales totaled 4,864, a 23.3 percent increase from May 2009. The average sales price of $196,410 edged up 0.7 percent compared to last year while the median sales price of $145,000 dipped 0.7 percent from its May 2009 level.

Townhouse/Condominium Update
The number of townhouses and condominiums that sold in May jumped 39.7 percent compared to one year earlier. In the greater Houston area, 552 units were sold last month versus 395 properties in May 2009.

The average price rose 3.3 percent to $162,945 from May 2009 to May 2010. The median price of a townhouse/condominium was flat year-over-year at $127,500.


Lease Property Update
Demand for single-family home rentals rose 12.4 percent in May compared to a year earlier. Year-over-year townhouse/condominium rentals increased 23.5 percent.

Houston Real Estate Milestones in May

  • Single-family home sales rose 19.1 percent;

  • Total property sales increased 20.3 percent;

  • 6.8 months inventory of single-family homes compares favorably to the national average of 8.4 months;

  • Townhouse/condominium sales jumped 39.7 percent;

  • Total dollar volume climbed 18.9 percent, reaching $1.3 billion.

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    The computerized Multiple Listing Service of the Houston Association of Realtors® includes residential properties and new homes listed by 25,000 Realtors® throughout Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties, as well as parts of Brazoria, Galveston, Waller and Wharton counties. Residential home sales statistics as well as listing information for more than 50,000 properties may be found on the Internet at http://www.har.com.

    The information published and disseminated to the HAR Multiple Listing Services is communicated verbatim, without change by Multiple Listing Services, as filed by MLS participants.

    The MLS does not verify the information provided and disclaims any responsibility for its accuracy. All data is preliminary and subject to change. Monthly sales figures reported since November 1998 includes a statistical estimation to account for late entries. Twelve-month totals may vary from actual end-of-year figures. (Single-family detached homes were broken out separately in monthly figures beginning February 1988.)

    Founded in 1918, the Houston Association of Realtors® (HAR) is a 25,000-member organization of real estate professionals engaged in every aspect of the industry, including residential and commercial sales and leasing, appraisal, property management and counseling. It is the largest local association/board of Realtors® in the United States as well as the largest individual membership trade association in Houston.

     

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    Pool Season Opens in The Woodlands

    Thursday, June 10, 2010
    by Jutta "Utah" Burden

    The hot summer months are just around the corner and now is the perfect time to make your plans to become a lifeguard or to get your pool pass to enjoy all of The Woodlands’ 13 community pools!

    New season pool pass holders must visit The Woodlands Township Recreation Center to obtain a photo identification pool pass. The Recreation Center, located at 5310 Research Forest Drive, is open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pool pass forms are available either at the Recreation Center or online at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

    Those who want to renew their season pool passes may do so online or in person. To renew a season pool pass online, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov and click Residents then Pools. At the bottom of the page is a link to renew pool passes. There are no service fees to renew online! Season pool pass holders can also visit the Recreation Center to renew their passes. Pool pass renewal forms are available at the Recreation Center or on the Township Web site.

    Season pool pass fees:
    Residents ages 0 -2 years $6 each
    Residents ages 3 – 54 years $40 each
    Residents ages 55+ $10 each

    Non-Residents ages 0-2 $20 each
    Non-Residents ages 3 + $100 each

    During the regular pool season, which runs from June 4, 2010, through August 22, 2010, the following pools will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, and closed one day each week for service:

    Alden Bridge Pool (Closed Mondays)
    Windvale Pool (Closed Tuesdays)
    Cochran’s Crossing Bear Branch Pool (Closed Wednesdays)
    College Park Harper’s Landing Pool (Closed Thursdays)
    Creekside Park Rob Fleming Aquatic Center (Closed Mondays)
    Grogan’s Mill Sawmill Pool (Closed Tuesdays)
    Indian Springs Falconwing Pool (Closed Wednesdays)
    Panther Creek Ridgewood Pool (Closed Tuesdays)
    Sterling Ridge Cranebrook Pool (Closed Thursdays)

    In addition, the following pools will be open from noon to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday and closed one day each week for service:

    Alden Bridge Lakeside Pool (Closed Fridays)
    Cochran’s Crossing Shadowbend Pool (Closed Fridays)
    Indian Springs Forestgate Pool (Closed Mondays)
    Panther Creek Creekwood Pool (Closed Thursdays)

    HOT JOBS, COOL BENEFITS! The Woodlands Township is still accepting applications for lifeguards. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Training classes will be provided at a reduced rate to successful candidates. Applications may be obtained from The Woodlands Township, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, 77381. For additional information or to apply online, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

     

    Source: The Woodlands Township

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    Tiffany & Co. is Opening in Market Street!

    Wednesday, June 02, 2010
    by Jutta "Utah" Burden

    THE WOODLANDS, Texas - Market Street has announced that world famous jeweler Tiffany & Co. is set to open this November at the retail and dining center.

    The Market Street location will carry Tiffany & Co.'s collection of engagement rings, diamonds, watches, men’s items, accessories and gifts, all presented to shoppers in the treasured Tiffany Blue Box®, a retail tradition that dates back to founder Charles Tiffany who mandated the coveted boxes could only be acquired with a Tiffany purchase.

    “We’ve studied The Woodlands and Market Street, in particular, for quite some time,” says Kerry Tropeano of Tiffany & Co. “Market Street presents an impressive collection of retailers and restaurants – one we’re proud to be a part of.”

    The new store will be located in the space previously occupied by Z Gallerie. Renovation to the 4,000-square-foot space, which includes the addition of a dramatic new entrance, is expected to be completed by November. Z Gallerie has relocated to a corner space across from Tommy Bahama Café & Emporium.

    “We are always looking to create an experience that presents a collection of retailers unlike any other shopping destination in the region,” explains Market Street General Manager Jill Liccioni. “To be successful as a leisure destination, you need a real ‘wow’ factor. Certainly the addition of Tiffany & Co. gives us that.”

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    Glo Sun Spa Opens It's Doors At Market Street

    Friday, May 28, 2010
    by Jutta "Utah" Burden

    Glo Sun Spa Opens Its Doors At Market Street – The Woodlands

    Langford Market, Stadia Sports Grill & Bar and Others to Open Early Summer

    Market Street – The Woodlands has added another health and beauty “must” as Glo Sun Spa, a luxury tanning and skin-care salon, opens its doors this week.

    Located along the Market Walk next to Massage Envy, Glo Sun Spa features the latest technology for indoor tanning and spa-quality skin care products with treatments such as the VersaSpa and Lumiere Light Therapy, a Hydration Station and more. Tanning packages range from $39 - $89 per month. Glo Sun Spa is open Monday thru Friday, 8 am – 10 pm; and Saturday and Sunday, 9 am – 7 pm.

    In addition to Glo Sun Spa, Market Street also is preparing for the opening of Langford Market and Stadia Sports Grill & Bar in early May.

    As one of the fastest-growing women’s fashion retailers, Langford Market provides shoppers with a wide selection of gifts, apparel, and eco-friendly furnishings. The trendy boutique will be located between Norton Ditto and J. Jill in the North Commons Building.

    After a long afternoon of shopping, visitors to Market Street will also have the option of enjoying a hearty selection of ballpark favorites including mini sliders, grand slam burgers and stadium-size nachos at Stadia Sports Grill & Bar, a unique sports-themed restaurant and bar featuring contemporary décor and high-resolution TV’. Stadia will be located next to Charming Charlie below the new AVIA Hotel.

    Other tenants joining Market Street in the early summer months include State Farm Insurance and Bobby Chan, an exclusive designer for casual menswear. 
    The addition of these new tenants complement Market Street’s eclectic selection of more than 50 fashion retailers and restaurants. In the past year, Market Street has leased over 33,000 square feet of retail and dining space.



    Located across the street from The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Market Street is bound by Lake Woodlands Drive, Lake Robbins Drive, Grogan’s Mill Road and Six Pines Drive.  Market Street is owned by a joint venture between an affiliate of Trademark Property Company and Institutional Mall Investors.

     

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    Movie Night on Saturdays at Waterway Square- FREE to public!

    Wednesday, May 26, 2010
    by Jutta "Utah" Burden

    Movie Night on Saturdays at Waterway Square

     

     THE WOODLANDS, Texas-- Waterway Square will host "Movie Night,"a new entertainment series featuring family-friendly movies, every Saturday, May 15- June 12, from 8 to 10 p.m. Picnics, chairs, blankets and coolers are welcome.

    Featured movies scheduled for the summer series include:
    - May 15: Up
    - May 22: Ratatouille
    - May 29: Freaky Friday
    - June 5: Little Rascals
    - June 12: Beethoven

    "Waterway Square is a delightful gathering place for residents and visitors of The Woodlands," says Nick Wolda, president of The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau. "The spectacular Fountains at Waterway Square along The Woodlands Waterway makes this backdrop a special place for fun and entertainment."

    This series is free to the public and made possible by supporting sponsors that include The Woodlands Development Company, State Farm Insurance – Kyle Sherburne, University of Phoenix, Ace Parking, Moon Water and Berripop.

    Source: The Woodlands Township

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    Market Street Continues to Grow!

    Monday, May 17, 2010
    by Jutta "Utah" Burden

    Business continues to grow as The Madison Boutique, Langford Market and Stadia Sports Grill & Bar open their doors at Market Street this week.
    As one of the fastest-growing women’s fashion retailers, The Madison Boutique offers shoppers a wide selection of unique women’s clothing and accessories in an upscale, boutique-style shopping atmosphere. The luxury women’s apparel shop is located next to Sweet & Sassy.

    Also new to Market Street in The Woodlands is Langford Market, an American Apparel store where shabby chic meets modern sophistication. This is evident in the clothing, which includes women’s fashions and accessories. The trendy retailer also has a wide variety of excellently refurbished furniture, lamps and art with a vintage eco-trendy feel. Langford Market is located between Norton Ditto and J. Jill in the North Commons Building and is open Monday – Saturday from 10:00 am-9:00 pm and Noon - 6:00pm on Sundays.

    After a long afternoon of shopping, stop by Stadia Sports Grill & Bar, a unique sports-themed restaurant and bar featuring contemporary décor and high-resolution TV’s where you can enjoy a hearty selection of ballpark favorites including mini sliders, grand slam burgers and stadium-size nachos. Stadia Sports Grill & Bar is located next to Charming Charlie below the new AVIA Hotel and is open for lunch, dinner and late night dining.

    Other tenants joining Market Street in the early summer months include State Farm Insurance and Bobby Chan, an exclusive designer for casual menswear.
    The opening of these tenants follows the recent Market Street announcement of Glo Sun Spa, a luxury tanning and skin-care salon; 1252 Tapas Bar, a Spanish restaurant featuring items from traditional tapas dishes and paellas to sangria blends and Spanish wines and beers and Charming Charlie, a popular Houston-based fashion accessories retailer.

    In the past year, Market Street has leased over 33,000 square feet of retail and dining space. For more information on stores, events and other offerings at Market Street, visit www.marketstreet-thewoodlands.com.

    Located across the street from The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Market Street is bound by Lake Woodlands Drive, Lake Robbins Drive, Grogan’s Mill Road and Six Pines Drive.  Market Street is owned by a joint venture between an affiliate of Trademark Property Company and Institutional Mall Investors.

     

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