Meadowbrook Estates: Close-to-everything Cleburne living with parks and schools minutes away

About Meadowbrook Estates

Meadowbrook Estates feels like the part of Cleburne where errands, school drop-off, and a quick park loop all fit into the same afternoon. With Walmart Supercenter about 0.2 miles away and Kroger roughly 0.5 miles out, the neighborhood sits in a pocket of the 76033 area where you’re rarely planning a “big trip” for basics. When you want a change of scenery, Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden are close enough at around 0.4 miles that they become part of the weekly rhythm, whether that’s an early walk before the Texas heat sets in or a quick stop after practice.

The neighborhood’s everyday identity is tied to how central it is to Cleburne ISD campuses and community venues. AD Wheat Middle is extremely close at about 0.3 miles, and Cleburne High School is around 0.7 miles away, which you notice on game nights when Yellow Jacket Stadium, about 0.8 miles out, becomes the gravitational pull for the area. For families aiming for an elementary option with a top mark nearby, Gerard Elementary sits about 1.7 miles away and carries an A rating, giving Meadowbrook Estates residents a strong nearby choice within the same district.

Cleburne’s culture shows up near Meadowbrook Estates in a way that feels local rather than touristy. A night at Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players around 0.5 miles away or a performance at Don Smith Performing Arts Center about 0.6 miles away is an easy decision when you don’t have to build the whole evening around driving. Downtown museums and history spots like the Cleburne Railroad Museum and the Johnson County Courthouse Museum, both about 1.6 miles out, add the kind of weekend variety that’s hard to replicate in neighborhoods farther from the core.

From a housing standpoint, Meadowbrook Estates lands in a price band that’s approachable for many buyers in this part of Johnson County, where the median home value in the 76033 area runs about $253,800. That number makes sense alongside a median household income of $76,292 and a 37 median age in the same ZIP, which translates into a neighborhood mix of established households and newer arrivals still getting their favorite coffee order dialed in at Starbucks or Bestea, both about 0.6 miles away.

You’ll see Meadowbrook Estates draw people who want Cleburne’s practical side—close groceries, nearby gyms like World Gym and Planet Fitness at about 0.7 miles, and city services within a short drive—without giving up the option of an evening show, a park stroll, or a quick stop at Nolan River Coffee around 1.6 miles away.

Living in Meadowbrook Estates: errands, games, and green space all within a few minutes

Living in Meadowbrook Estates is defined by how little you have to “schedule” the routine parts of life. Groceries can be a quick swing by Kroger around 0.5 miles away, ALDI at about 0.8 miles, or H-E-B close by at roughly 1.2 miles, and many households end up rotating through them depending on the week. Coffee runs are equally easy: Starbucks and Bestea are both around 0.6 miles away, HTeaO sits about 0.8 miles out, and Nolan River Coffee is roughly 1.6 miles away when you want something that feels more like a local stop than a chain.

The housing market here reflects the broader 76033 area, where a typical home value is about $253,800. In a ZIP with about 11,121 housing units and a homeownership pattern that leans owner-occupied at 58.5% (with 35.0% renter), Meadowbrook Estates tends to attract buyers who want stability but still appreciate that rentals exist nearby for friends, adult kids, or short-term transitions. The neighborhood’s household profile also helps explain the pace of the area, with a median age of 37 and 21.2% of residents under 18 across the ZIP—enough kids and teens to keep youth sports and school events feeling like community fixtures rather than occasional happenings.

Parks and recreation are close enough to become habits. Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden, both around 0.4 miles away, are the kind of places people use for a quick loop walk, weekend stroller laps, or simply a breather after a busy day. McAnear Park at about 0.7 miles and Stone Park around 0.8 miles add options when you want a different setting, while West Buffalo Creek Linear Park and Guinn Garden at Buffalo Creek, each about 1.5 miles away, give you a longer, more scenic change-up.

School runs are straightforward for many households because so many Cleburne ISD campuses sit close by. AD Wheat Middle is about 0.3 miles away, Cleburne High School is roughly 0.7 miles, and elementary options like Coleman, Cooke, and Gerard are all within about 1 to 1.7 miles, with Gerard Elementary standing out with an A rating. Even if your household isn’t in the thick of daily drop-off, you feel the school presence in the neighborhood’s calendar—especially when Yellow Jacket Stadium about 0.8 miles away hosts the kind of Friday-night crowd that’s a real Texas tradition.

Commuting patterns in the 76033 area skew heavily toward driving alone at 87.6%, with only 3.3% working from home, so Meadowbrook Estates tends to be a neighborhood where cars are part of the routine. That shows up in the way people build their day around quick drives to the Cleburne Public Library about 1.5 miles away, an after-work session at Real Performance around 0.9 miles away, or an evening show downtown. The community itself feels like a blend of long-time Cleburne households and newer owners, supported by a median household income of $76,292 and a per capita income of $35,929 in the ZIP—enough economic diversity to keep the area grounded, practical, and active.

Things to Do Near Meadowbrook Estates

One of the best parts of Meadowbrook Estates is how quickly you can move from “need to do” to “want to do.” A grocery run can be as short as a few minutes with Walmart Supercenter about 0.2 miles away, followed by a treat-yourself stop at Starbucks or Bestea around 0.6 miles away. If you’re stocking up for a weekend cookout, H-E-B at about 1.2 miles or Super Garcia Meat Market around 1.6 miles gives you a different kind of local selection without stretching the drive.

For active time, the Tolbert and Margaret Mayfield Sports Complex sits around 0.4 miles away, and it’s easy to pair that with a loop at Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden nearby. Fitness options cluster close too, with World Gym and Planet Fitness both around 0.7 miles away, plus Cleburne Golf Links at roughly 2.5 miles for a longer outing.

When you want an evening out, the neighborhood’s proximity to culture is real: Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players is about 0.5 miles away, Don Smith Performing Arts Center is around 0.6 miles, and downtown favorites like the Cleburne Railroad Museum and Plaza Main Street Theatre are roughly 1.6 miles from home.

Neighborhoods Near Meadowbrook Estates

Meadowbrook Estates sits among a cluster of established Cleburne neighborhoods that locals recognize by feel. Ridgecrest and Westmeadow are both about 0.4 miles away, and they tend to function as natural extensions of the same day-to-day pattern—nearby parks, quick access to groceries, and a short drive to downtown venues like Plaza Main Street Theatre.

Just a bit farther out, Placid Acres and Bellevue Crest at around 0.7 miles, along with Westridge near 0.8 miles, give buyers more nearby options when they’re trying to balance school proximity with the specific block or street vibe they prefer. Sequoya Park, Stadium Place, and Stonegate, all around 0.9 miles away, are especially convenient for households that want to stay close to Cleburne High School and the energy around Yellow Jacket Stadium on game nights.

Remington Ridge and Smith-Fairview, each around 1 mile away, round out the immediate area and are worth comparing if you’re house-hunting in 76033 and trying to stay within the same Cleburne ISD orbit while narrowing in on the exact pocket that fits your routine.

Local Resources Near Meadowbrook Estates

Meadowbrook Estates is close to the civic “backbone” that makes day-to-day logistics easier in Cleburne. The Cleburne Public Library sits about 1.5 miles away, and it’s a practical resource for study time, community information, and regular library visits without feeling like you’re committing to a long cross-town drive. For residents who need county-level information, the Johnson County Law Library is also about 1.5 miles away.

When it’s time to handle property and local paperwork, key offices are nearby, including the Central Appraisal District of Johnson County around 1.6 miles away and the Johnson County Texas District Clerk at about 1.5 miles. Cleburne City Hall is close too at roughly 1.8 miles, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is about 1.5 miles away, which is a small but meaningful quality-of-life win when renewals and registrations come due.

Public safety and services are similarly accessible, with Cleburne Police Department about 1.5 miles away and Cleburne Fire Department and Ambulance Station 3 around 1.2 miles away. Families focused on public education will also appreciate the simplicity of being in Cleburne ISD, with multiple nearby campuses that keep school-day routines anchored close to home.

Frequently Asked Questions About Meadowbrook Estates

Is Meadowbrook Estates a good place to live?

Meadowbrook Estates works well for buyers who want Cleburne convenience without living far from parks and community venues. In the 76033 area, the median home value is about $253,800, and the neighborhood’s daily rhythm is supported by nearby essentials like Walmart Supercenter around 0.2 miles away and H-E-B about 1.2 miles away. It also sits close to recreation at Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden, both around 0.4 miles away, plus local culture like Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players about 0.5 miles away. With a 37 median age and a median household income of $76,292 in the ZIP, the area tends to feel like a mix of established households and growing families tied into Cleburne ISD activities.

Is Meadowbrook Estates safe?

Safety can vary by street and time of day in any city, and Meadowbrook Estates residents typically evaluate it the practical way: by staying connected to local services and paying attention to day-to-day patterns. The neighborhood benefits from proximity to Cleburne Police Department at about 1.5 miles away and nearby fire coverage through Cleburne Fire Department and Ambulance Station 3 around 1.2 miles away. Because so many households in the ZIP are owner-occupied, with 58.5% of housing units owner-occupied and 62.6% homeownership reported locally, there’s often a sense that neighbors pay attention to what’s happening. For the most accurate picture, it’s smart to visit at different times, especially around school and game-night traffic near Cleburne High School and Yellow Jacket Stadium.

How are the schools in Meadowbrook Estates?

Meadowbrook Estates is served by Cleburne ISD, and the neighborhood’s biggest advantage is how many campuses sit within a short drive. Cleburne High School is close at about 0.7 miles and carries a B rating, and AD Wheat Middle is even closer at about 0.3 miles with a C rating. For elementary, there are several options nearby, including Coleman Elementary around 1 mile away and Cooke Elementary about 1.1 miles away, both rated B. Gerard Elementary, roughly 1.7 miles away, stands out with an A rating, which is a meaningful draw for families prioritizing a highly rated elementary campus close to home.

What is the cost of living in Meadowbrook Estates?

Meadowbrook Estates homeowners should pay close attention to property taxes, since that’s a major ongoing cost in North Texas. Locally, the city property tax rate is $0.6125 per $100 valuation, the county rate is $0.3893 per $100 valuation, and Cleburne ISD adds a school district rate of $1.2119 per $100 valuation. Together, the combined estimated property tax rate comes to $2.2137 per $100 valuation, which can make the annual tax bill a bigger factor than it might be in lower-tax states. Texas helps offset some household budgeting pressure because there’s no state income tax, but you’ll still want to weigh housing costs and local taxes carefully. Median gross rent in the 76033 area runs about $1,318 per month, which provides a useful benchmark if you’re deciding between renting and buying. A BEA Regional Price Parity index comparison (where 100 equals the U.S. average) wasn’t provided for Meadowbrook Estates or Cleburne in the data above, so I can’t accurately say whether overall prices, housing, goods, or utilities run above or below the national norm using that specific measure. In general for the Cleburne area, many households find day-to-day costs manageable relative to larger metro cores, but property taxes are the line item you’ll want to model precisely before you buy.

Is Meadowbrook Estates good for families?

Meadowbrook Estates can be a strong fit for families who want parks, schools, and activities close enough to keep weeknights simple. Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden are both about 0.4 miles away, with McAnear Park around 0.7 miles and Stone Park about 0.8 miles giving you multiple options for after-dinner playground time or weekend walks. School proximity is a major plus, with AD Wheat Middle about 0.3 miles away and Cleburne High School roughly 0.7 miles away. For elementary, Gerard Elementary around 1.7 miles away brings an A rating, and several other elementaries within a couple miles add flexibility. With 21.2% of the ZIP’s population under 18, the broader area supports a family-oriented calendar of school and sports events.

What is Meadowbrook Estates known for?

Meadowbrook Estates is known locally for being in the middle of Cleburne’s practical, everyday conveniences while still sitting close to parks and community culture. It’s the kind of area where you can knock out a grocery run at Walmart Supercenter about 0.2 miles away, then shift gears to a walk at Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden around 0.4 miles away. The neighborhood is also tied to Cleburne ISD’s presence nearby, with AD Wheat Middle roughly 0.3 miles away and Cleburne High School about 0.7 miles away, plus the Friday-night pull of Yellow Jacket Stadium around 0.8 miles out. For a more “Cleburne” feel, residents are a short drive from venues like Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players and the downtown museum cluster near the courthouse.

What are things to do near Meadowbrook Estates?

Near Meadowbrook Estates, a lot of the fun is close enough to do on a whim. Residents grab coffee at Starbucks or Bestea around 0.6 miles away, or swing by Nolan River Coffee about 1.6 miles out when they want a local shop vibe. For outdoor time, Winston Patrick McGregor Park and the Iris Garden are both about 0.4 miles away, and West Buffalo Creek Linear Park around 1.5 miles is a good option when you want a longer walk. Entertainment tends to revolve around Cleburne’s performing arts and history spots, including Greater Cleburne Carnegie Players about 0.5 miles away, Don Smith Performing Arts Center around 0.6 miles, and downtown stops like the Cleburne Railroad Museum and Plaza Main Street Theatre roughly 1.6 miles from the neighborhood.

What ZIP code is Meadowbrook Estates in?

Meadowbrook Estates is in ZIP code 76033. That places it within the same Cleburne-area ZIP that includes many nearby schools, parks, and downtown cultural destinations.

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