Located 35 minutes from Houston, La Porte has something for everyone. Directions and map.
The La Porte-Bayshore area blends the romantic history of early Texas and old Sylvan Beach with the civic pride that makes La Porte a unique town.
Want to find that special gift or unique items for your home? Park the car and stroll down Main Street and Broadway.
Relax and enjoy the tennis courts, wave pool, golf course, museums, fishing, the Historical trail and the cool breezes off Galveston Bay. La Porte offers outdoor recreation year round for the entire family.
Quality of Life
Residents of La Porte do indeed enjoy a quality of life that is second to none. Because the workforce is educated, the average household income is higher than in the surrounding area. In fact, more than 81 percent of La Porte residents have a high school diploma and a significant number have graduated from college.
La Porte residents benefit from an exceptionally low cost of living that is largely the result of its affordable housing stock. New residents to the area have a variety of existing housing options to choose from with additional units always under construction. Area children receive their education from the regionally acclaimed La Porte Independent School District. Secondary education is available through the University of Houston Clear Lake, Lee College, and La Porte˙s own San Jacinto College. Other institutions, such as Rice University, Texas Southern University, The University of St. Thomas, and the University of Houston Central campus are within 30 minutes of La Porte.
La Porte residents place a premium on their leisure time. The City offers over 240 acres of golf course and park space, six public pools, and a number of major recreational amenities. Sylvan Beach Park, a historical landmark in La Porte, and Seabreeze Park provide residents the opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of Galveston Bay within minutes of home. Other opportunities are available along the Bayshore, including Bay Forest Golf Course. The course, considered one of the finest municipal courses in Texas is often the site for regional and statewide tournaments. Still other significant areas of interest are available in neighboring areas, including NASA, the San Jacinto Monument, museums, etc.
