Quail Valley (Missouri City, Texas) facts for kids
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Texas | |
| County | Fort Bend County | |
| City | Missouri City, Texas | |
| Construction started | 1969 | |
| Founded by | James H. "Mac" MacNaughton | |
| Named for | Predominance of Quail in the area at the time of founding | |
| ZIP Code |
77459
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Quail Valley is a neighborhood in Missouri City, Texas. This city is a suburb located southwest of Houston in Fort Bend County, Texas. Quail Valley was first developed in 1969.
The community has a group called the Quail Valley Fund. This group helps manage things for the homeowners in the area.
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Discovering Quail Valley's Past
How Quail Valley Began in Texas
The Quail Valley community started in 1969. It was developed by a person named James H. "Mac" MacNaughton. A friend suggested he look at land in the area.
MacNaughton decided to buy the land that became Quail Valley. He thought it would be a great place for a country club community. He named it Quail Valley because many quail birds lived there.
He first bought about 600 acres of land. He even lived in Quail Valley when it first opened. A golf course was added, and more land was bought later.
Most of the houses were built by the end of the 1970s. A few new homes were added in the years that followed.
Golf Tournaments and Changes
In the 1970s, Quail Valley hosted several golf tournaments. These were part of the Houston Open events.
In 1985, MacNaughton sold his land and gave up control of the country club. He passed away in 2008.
A part of the golf course, called the Executive Nine, was bought by the city. It was turned into a public park. This park was renamed MacNaughton Park in his honor.
Exploring Quail Valley's Location
Where is Quail Valley Located?
Quail Valley is in the middle of Missouri City, Texas. You can find it at these coordinates: 29.571964 degrees North and -95.545521 degrees West.
As of 2007, the original part of Quail Valley had over 3,000 houses. The community has more than 15 smaller areas called subdivisions. The entire Quail Valley area, including nearby communities with the same name, had 4,372 houses.
Wildlife in the Area
Many types of wildlife live in Quail Valley. In the past, there were lots of quail birds. You might also see alligators and herons in the lakes.
Quail Valley's Boundaries
The main roads that mark Quail Valley's edges are Cartwright Road, Glenn Lakes Lane, Murphy Road, and Texas Parkway.
Here are the general boundaries and nearby areas:
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Cartwright Road (FM 3345) | Texas Parkway (FM 2234) | |
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| Murphy Road (FM 1092) |  |
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| Texas State Highway 6 | Lake Olympia | Mustang Bayou |
Neighboring Communities
Quail Valley is surrounded by several other neighborhoods:
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Brightwater | Meadowcreek | Quail Green South | |
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| Riverstone | Lake Olympia | Sienna |
Please note that this list is for general reference. It does not include every single nearby subdivision.
Who Lives in Quail Valley?
Population and Households
In 2000, a study of Census Tract 6710 (which is most of Quail Valley) showed there were 11,938 people. There were also 4,282 households.
A study in 2005 found that children under 18 lived in 76% of the houses. The population was "relatively stable but aging." However, a city council member noted that more young families were moving into Quail Valley.
Community Groups in Quail Valley
Homeowners' Associations
- Quail Valley Fund: This is the largest homeowners association. It helps manage 3,047 properties in Quail Valley.
Other homeowners' associations cover nearby areas that also use the Quail Valley name:
- Quail Valley East Community Association: Manages 1,049 properties.
- Quail Valley Thunderbird North HOA: Manages 581 properties.
- Quail Valley Thunderbird West
- Quail Valley Patio Homes: Manages 114 properties.
- Quail Valley Townhomes
- Quail Valley Townhouses I & II
- Pebble Beach Patio Homes: Manages 39 properties.
Other Community Organizations
Quail Valley also has other groups that help the community. These include Quail Valley Proud and the Quail Valley Garden Club.
Learning and Education in Quail Valley
Public Schools Serving Quail Valley
The Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) runs the public schools for Quail Valley.
Some parts of the neighborhood go to Lantern Lane Elementary School. Other parts go to Quail Valley Elementary School.
All students in Quail Valley attend Quail Valley Middle School. After middle school, they go to Elkins High School.
Quail Valley Elementary opened in August 1975. Quail Valley Junior High School (now Quail Valley Middle) opened in September 1978. Lantern Lane Elementary opened in January 1979. Elkins High opened in August 1992.
By 2007, FBISD started a special program for gifted and talented students at Quail Valley. This program is seen as a good reason for families to move to the area.
Private Schools and Colleges
There are also private schools nearby. These include All Saints Episcopal School, International Preparatory School, Southminster School, and Towne Creek School.
For higher education, residents can attend Houston Community College. The University of Houston Sugar Land Campus is also close by.
Libraries for Residents
Residents can use the libraries run by Fort Bend County Library.
Fun and Recreation in Quail Valley
Quail Valley Golf Course
The Quail Valley Golf Course is owned by the city. It has two 18-hole courses: El Dorado and La Quinta. El Dorado was greatly improved and reopened in November 2009.
Long ago, Quail Valley had a country club with several golf courses. These courses covered about 400 acres. In 2007, the owners thought about selling the courses. The property was not in good shape at the time.
Residents were worried about how this sale would affect their home values. The Quail Valley Fund first wanted to buy the property. But the City of Missouri City decided to buy the golf courses instead.
The city started the process to buy the property in March 2008. They paid $3.1 million for it in June 2008. The Quail Valley Golf Course, now owned by the city, opened in July of that year.
In November 2008, citizens voted to approve $17.5 million to improve the property. By 2011, the golf course was doing well financially.
City Centre at Quail Valley
The City Centre at Quail Valley opened in December 2012. This beautiful building has 25,000 square feet of space. It includes the Bluebonnet Grille restaurant and several large rooms for events.
Missouri City Recreation & Tennis Center
The Missouri City Recreation & Tennis Center is also in Quail Valley. It opened in July 2012. This center has a weight and cardio room, tennis courts, and batting cages.
It also has a full-size gym and three multi-purpose rooms. The center offers many recreation and fitness programs for everyone. It has 24,488 square feet of space.
Other Fun Spots
Quail Valley also has a swimming pool and a tennis court for residents to enjoy.
Images for kids
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Quail Valley Golf Course
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Map of Missouri City
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Quail Valley Middle School
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Quail Valley Elementary School
