Woodland Hills: Park-First Living Near H-E-B and Pebble Creek

About Woodland Hills

Woodland Hills feels anchored by green space in a way you notice immediately, with Woodland Hills Park sitting just a short stroll from the heart of the neighborhood and a whole string of nearby parks—Wildwood Park, Southern Oaks Park, and Castle Rock Park—creating an easy rhythm for dog walks and evening laps. It’s the kind of College Station pocket where errands and recreation line up naturally: H-E-B is close enough to treat grocery runs like a quick stop, and the restaurant cluster around Saltgrass Steak House, Gringo's Mexican Kitchen, and Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux makes weeknight plans simple without driving across town.

The neighborhood sits in ZIP code 77845, a part of College Station where households tend to be established and career-oriented, reflected in a median household income of $88,851 and a per-capita income of $48,994. With a median age of 32.8, the area reads as a blend of young families, professionals, and longtime residents who like being near everything but still want a residential feel. That mix shows up in the day-to-day: mornings at Starbucks about a mile away, quick workouts at Gold's Gym, and kids burning off energy at parks like St. Andrews Park or Sonoma Park before dinner.

Housing expectations in this area are set by a median home value of $365,100, which helps explain why you’ll see a strong ownership presence and neighbors who pay attention to upkeep. In the broader 77845 area there are 32,361 housing units, with 57.8% owner-occupied and 34.2% renter, so Woodland Hills tends to feel stable without being closed-off or insular. You’re also in a highly educated part of town—61.4% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher—which adds to the “planner-friendly” vibe of the neighborhood, from school involvement to park meetups.

College Station ISD is the main school district draw, with nearby options like Forest Ridge (rated A) and Pebble Creek Elementary (rated B) shaping how families map their routines. That school access, paired with the practical convenience of nearby Kroger, the social gravity of Pebble Creek Golf Course, and the easy escape to Lick Creek Park, is what tends to pull in buyers who want a home base that supports both busy weekdays and outdoorsy weekends.

Living in Woodland Hills Day to Day

Life in Woodland Hills runs on short trips and familiar loops. Woodland Hills Park is close enough to become an extension of the neighborhood—an easy place to squeeze in a walk before work or let kids play after school—while nearby options like Creek View Park, Bridgewood Park, and Wallace Lake Park keep weekend routines from feeling repetitive. If you prefer bigger natural stretches, Lick Creek Park is just a couple of miles away and feels like the go-to reset when you want more than a neighborhood playground.

Housing here aligns with the broader 77845 market, where the median home value is $365,100 and the area skews toward ownership, with 57.8% of homes owner-occupied. That tends to translate into streets where people invest in updates over time and treat their homes as long-term. Renting is still part of the local mix—34.2% renter-occupied across the ZIP—so you’ll see a range of household types, from first-time buyers planting roots to professionals who want the convenience of this side of College Station.

Daily errands are straightforward. H-E-B is about half a mile away, which changes how you shop—more “grab what you need for tonight” and less “stock up once a week.” When dining out, the neighborhood’s radius makes it easy to keep favorites in rotation: TaD's Louisiana Cooking is a close-by comfort-food option, Kamei Sushi & Grill works for a quick dinner, and places like Casa do Brasil and 1860 Italia give you a more sit-down feel without a long drive. Coffee breaks are equally simple, with Starbucks nearby and Stella Southern Cafe a little farther out when you want something that feels like a weekend treat.

For schools, Woodland Hills connects naturally to College Station ISD, with several well-rated campuses within a few miles. Forest Ridge Elementary, Spring Creek EL, and Greens Prairie EL all carry A ratings, and Wellborn Middle is also rated A, giving families strong nearby choices as kids move through grade levels. For high school, College Station High School is close and rated B, and there are additional options like A & M Cons H S (rated B) and ILTexas Aggieland H S (rated A) within the broader area.

Commute habits here fit the local pattern: most residents drive alone, and in the 77845 area that’s 76.9% of workers, while 13.1% work from home—useful on days when you want to skip traffic and keep life centered around the neighborhood. In practice, that means mornings can be a quick run to the gym at Anytime Fitness or Gold's Gym, followed by school drop-offs and work—then evenings back at the park loop or over to Pebble Creek Golf Course for a round before sunset.

Things to Do Near Woodland Hills

Woodland Hills Park is the everyday anchor—close enough for spontaneous walks and quick playground time—while Wildwood Park and Southern Oaks Park expand your “after dinner” options without making it a whole outing. When you want a change of scenery, Castle Rock Park, Sonoma Park, and Wallace Lake Park are all within a few miles, and Lick Creek Park offers a more natural escape for longer walks and weekend fresh-air time.

Errands and routines are just as convenient. H-E-B is about half a mile away, and Kroger is a straightforward backup when you’re stocking up. For fitness, the neighborhood sits near Anytime Fitness and Gold's Gym, and Pebble Creek Golf Course is close enough to feel like part of the local lifestyle. Meals tend to cluster around familiar favorites like TaD's Louisiana Cooking, Saltgrass Steak House, Gringo's Mexican Kitchen, and 1860 Italia, with Starbucks nearby for quick coffee runs and Stella Southern Cafe for a slower morning.

Neighborhoods Near Woodland Hills

Woodland Hills sits among a network of established College Station neighborhoods that make the area feel connected rather than isolated. Spring Meadows and Stone Forest are right next door, so it’s common to share the same grocery runs to H-E-B, the same fitness stops, and the same weekend park rotation. Pebble Creek is close as well, and with Pebble Creek Golf Course nearby, that side of the area often shapes where residents meet up for tee times and casual social plans.

A little farther out, Castle Rock and Castlegate add more park options and neighborhood variety, with places like Castle Rock Park and the Castlegate II Acquatic Center influencing summer routines. Nantucket, Dove Crossing, Barron Crossing, and Williams Creek round out the nearby landscape, offering different pockets to explore for an evening walk or a change of restaurant scenery. Edelwiess Gartens is also within a short drive, and the presence of Edelweiss Gartens Park and Edelweiss Park adds even more green space to the immediate area.

Local Resources for Woodland Hills Residents

Most families in Woodland Hills plug into College Station ISD for day-to-day school needs, with nearby campuses that include Forest Ridge, Spring Creek EL, and Wellborn Middle. For broader district coordination and enrollment questions, residents typically work through district channels, while keeping other nearby education offices like Bryan Isd on the radar for regional context.

For property and tax-related paperwork, the Brazos County Tax Office is a key stop for county services, and the Brazos Central Appraisal District (Brazos County Appraisal District) is where homeowners go to review valuations and exemptions. When you need local help quickly, the City of College Station and the College Station Police Department are both nearby, and fire support options in the area include the College Station Fire Department and American Fire Protection Group.

Healthcare access is practical from this part of town, with College Station Hospital-ER within a few miles for urgent needs, and larger hospital options like Caprock Hospital and St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital within a reasonable drive. For books, study space, and family programming, the Larry J Ringer Public Library is a dependable community resource, and a nearby USPS location keeps shipping and P.O. box needs easy to manage.

Frequently Asked Questions About Woodland Hills

Is Woodland Hills a good place to live?

Woodland Hills works well for people who want a residential feel but still rely on close-by conveniences. You’re minutes from H-E-B and a practical dining lineup that includes TaD's Louisiana Cooking, Gringo's Mexican Kitchen, and Saltgrass Steak House, and Woodland Hills Park is close enough to become part of daily life. The broader 77845 area supports a stable community profile, with a median home value of $365,100, a median household income of $88,851, and a median age of 32.8. With 57.8% of homes owner-occupied across the ZIP, it tends to feel like a place where neighbors settle in, keep up their properties, and build routines around parks and schools.

Is Woodland Hills safe?

Specific crime statistics weren’t provided, so it’s best to evaluate safety block by block and during different times of day. That said, Woodland Hills is surrounded by established neighborhoods like Spring Meadows, Stone Forest, and Pebble Creek, and the area’s high homeownership presence in ZIP 77845 often correlates with residents who are invested in their streets and attentive to what’s happening nearby. Practical proximity to the City of College Station and the College Station Police Department also means residents have nearby access to city services. When you’re touring, pay attention to lighting, park activity around Woodland Hills Park, and how comfortable you feel on the streets at night, then confirm any concerns directly with local resources.

How are the schools in Woodland Hills?

Woodland Hills is served primarily by College Station ISD, and the nearby school list is one of the neighborhood’s biggest strengths. Several elementary campuses within a few miles carry A ratings, including Forest Ridge (about 1.3 miles away), Spring Creek EL, and Greens Prairie EL, which gives families multiple strong options for early grades. For middle school, Wellborn Middle is rated A, and Pecan Trail Int is also rated A for grades 05-06. At the high school level, College Station High School is close by and rated B, with additional nearby options that include A & M Cons H S (rated B). Families considering a charter pathway also have ILTexas Aggieland H S (rated A) in the area.

What is the cost of living in Woodland Hills?

Woodland Hills sits in a part of College Station where day-to-day costs generally run below the national benchmark. On the regional price parity style index where 100 equals the U.S. average, the overall cost of living is 91.0, meaning residents typically pay less than the national average across categories. Housing stands out even more at 75.1, while goods come in at 93.8 and utilities at 84.4, both still below 100. Property taxes are a meaningful part of the monthly budget in Brazos County. In this area, the city property tax rate is $0.5119 per $100 valuation, the county rate is $0.4231 per $100 valuation, and College Station ISD’s tax rate is $0.9753 per $100 valuation. Put together, the combined estimated property tax rate is $1.9102 per $100 valuation, which is helpful to factor into affordability alongside the area’s median home value of $365,100. Texas also has no state income tax, which many households weigh against higher property taxes when comparing overall cost of living.

Is Woodland Hills good for families?

Woodland Hills has a family-friendly setup because parks and schools are baked into the immediate routine. Woodland Hills Park is close enough for quick playground time after school, and there’s a deep bench of nearby green spaces like Southern Oaks Park, St. Andrews Park, and Sonoma Park for weekend variety. School options are a major plus: Forest Ridge, Spring Creek EL, and Greens Prairie EL are all rated A, and Wellborn Middle is rated A as well. In the surrounding 77845 area, 20.2% of residents are under 18, so families aren’t an afterthought—they’re part of the neighborhood’s everyday pace, from school drop-offs to evening walks.

What is Woodland Hills known for?

Woodland Hills is known for being park-centric and convenience-driven without feeling commercial. Woodland Hills Park is the obvious neighborhood landmark, but what really defines the area is how many additional parks are stacked nearby—Wildwood Park, Castle Rock Park, and Lick Creek Park all shape the way residents spend evenings and weekends. It’s also recognized for its easy access to practical staples like H-E-B and a familiar College Station dining lineup that ranges from TaD's Louisiana Cooking to 1860 Italia and Casa do Brasil. With a median home value of $365,100 in the surrounding ZIP and strong nearby College Station ISD options, the neighborhood’s identity leans toward established, day-to-day livability.

What are things to do near Woodland Hills?

Near Woodland Hills, most weekends start outdoors and end with something good to eat. Woodland Hills Park is the go-to for a quick walk, while Lick Creek Park is close enough for a longer nature break when you want trails and open space. For fitness routines, residents bounce between Anytime Fitness, Gold's Gym, and classes at Yoga Pod College Station, and golfers often gravitate toward Pebble Creek Golf Course. Dining is easy to keep spontaneous with nearby favorites like Kamei Sushi & Grill, Gringo's Mexican Kitchen, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, and Marfa Texas Kitchen, plus coffee stops at Starbucks or Stella Southern Cafe. For a cultural night out, the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra is also within a short drive.

What ZIP code is Woodland Hills in?

Woodland Hills is in ZIP code 77845. If you’re comparing homes nearby, that same ZIP also covers many surrounding neighborhoods and school options in this part of College Station.

Interested in a Home in Woodland Hills?

If you’re considering Woodland Hills, it helps to tour with someone who understands how pockets like this compare to nearby areas like Pebble Creek, Castlegate, and Stone Forest. Reach out anytime for current listings, recent sale trends in 77845, and guidance on the best fit for your schools, commute, and weekend routine.