Alvin ISD serves one of the fastest-growing corridors in the Houston metro — the SH 288 stretch from Pearland south through Manvel and into Alvin. As new master-planned communities have exploded along this corridor, the district has built two notable high schools to serve them: Shadow Creek High School in Pearland and Manvel High School in Manvel.
Buyers drawn to newer construction, more square footage per dollar, and strong community amenities consistently find value in Alvin ISD neighborhoods. Shadow Creek Ranch, Meridiana, and Pomona are among the most sought-after master-planned communities in all of South Houston.
Phil Himes has deep experience in both Pearland and Manvel — knowing which builder communities have the best HOA management, which flood zones to watch, and which neighborhoods have the strongest resale history.
Shadow Creek and Manvel serve distinct geographic zones. Knowing which one serves your target address is critical before you make an offer.
One of the newest high schools in the Houston area — opened 2017, built to serve the explosive growth along SH 288. Strong academics, competitive athletics, and a growing fine arts program.
A community-centered high school with a growing enrollment driven by Manvel's rapid residential development. Known for strong athletics and expanding college prep programs.
Important: School assignments are address-specific and boundaries shift as new communities are built. Phil verifies the exact campus assignment for every home you seriously consider.
Every neighborhood below is zoned within Alvin ISD — from established Pearland communities to Manvel's newest master-planned developments.
Pearland — Shadow Creek HS Zone
Manvel — Manvel HS Zone
Browse every active home for sale in Alvin ISD — updated daily from HAR MLS. Filter by price, bedrooms, and community.
Phil knows which communities have active new construction, which resale homes offer the best value, and which neighborhoods to avoid based on flood history.
Every family's situation is different. Phil can answer questions about school zones, flood history, HOA specifics, and new construction contracts.
Ask Phil →What neighborhoods are in Alvin ISD near Pearland?
In Pearland, Alvin ISD serves Shadow Creek Ranch, Silverlake, Riverstone Ranch, and Southern Trails — all zoned to Shadow Creek High School. Note: not all of Pearland is Alvin ISD. Southgate, Country Place, and older Pearland neighborhoods are served by Pearland ISD.
Is Shadow Creek High School a good school?
Shadow Creek High School has earned strong ratings from the Texas Education Agency. Opened in 2017, it's one of the newer campuses in the area — built with modern facilities and growing programs in academics, athletics, and fine arts. It serves the fast-growth SH 288 corridor.
What is the difference between Alvin ISD and Pearland ISD?
Pearland ISD serves older, more established parts of Pearland. Alvin ISD serves newer SH 288 corridor developments: Shadow Creek Ranch, Silverlake, Riverstone Ranch, and Southern Trails in Pearland, plus all of Manvel. Both are well-regarded — zone verification by address is essential before any purchase.
What is the average home price in Alvin ISD?
Prices range from around $270K in Rodeo Palms to $580K+ in Meridiana and Shadow Creek Ranch premium lots. The median is approximately $350,000 as of 2026 — offering more square footage per dollar than comparable CCISD neighborhoods at similar price points.
Are there still new construction homes in Alvin ISD?
Yes — Meridiana, Del Bello Lakes, Valencia, and Pomona all have active new construction as of 2026. Phil represents buyers in new construction transactions at no additional cost, and provides independent guidance that the builder's on-site agent cannot.