Green Tree Living, Steps from the Fairways

About Green Tree

In Green Tree, the neighborhood’s rhythm is set by the greens and quiet fairway views at Green Tree Country Club, close enough that a morning walk can feel like it’s happening alongside the course. It’s the kind of Midland pocket where weekends naturally revolve around nearby outdoor space, with Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park both about a mile away for playground time, casual laps, or a quick reset before dinner.

Green Tree sits in ZIP code 79707, a part of Midland where household finances and housing tend to skew established. In this ZIP, the median home value runs about $389,400, and the median household income is $99,886, which helps explain why you’ll see owners putting real care into keeping up curb appeal and refreshing interiors over time. The streetscape reads residential and settled, with a “stay-a-while” feel that fits the neighborhood’s name and its proximity to country club amenities.

Day-to-day, Green Tree connects easily into the larger west-and-central Midland pattern: grab coffee at Twelve Gate Coffee around 1.8 miles out, swing by Market Street at roughly 2.4 miles for grocery runs, and still be back home without the outing turning into a major errand. When you want something more social, nearby staples like The Cattle Dog Tavern and Y Knot sit under two miles away, giving locals a familiar rotation for low-key evenings.

For households thinking long-term, the Midland ISD footprint is part of the draw, especially with options like Barbara Fasken EL about 1.1 miles away and Greathouse EL around 1.7 miles. And for older students, Early College H S at Midland College—rated A—adds a standout academic option about 3.6 miles from the neighborhood.

Green Tree tends to fit people who want a polished, residential setting with quick access to parks, everyday shopping, and a golf-and-tennis backdrop—without feeling cut off from the rest of Midland’s dining, schools, and routines.

Living in Green Tree: Everyday Midland, With a Country Club Backdrop

Life in Green Tree is shaped by what’s right next door: the Green Tree Country Club footprint and its course-adjacent energy. Being this close changes small habits—morning walks feel more intentional, and fitness routines often start with what’s convenient. With “North/East,” “North/West,” and “West/East” at Green Tree Country Club listed just a tenth of a mile away, it’s easy to build a schedule around the club rather than planning a whole drive across town.

Housing here falls into the established, owner-occupied side of 79707. In the surrounding ZIP, about 57.8% of homes are owner-occupied, with 16,393 housing units overall, so you’ll see a mix of long-time residents and newer buyers moving into a mature part of Midland. With a median home value near $389,400, the market context supports the kinds of updates buyers ask for in this area—freshened kitchens, modernized baths, and landscaping that matches the tidy, “kept” look locals expect in a country-club-adjacent neighborhood.

Green Tree’s daily convenience comes from having practical destinations close by. Groceries can be as simple as Market Street around 2.4 miles away, a Walmart Supercenter about 2 miles out, or a Target roughly 2.5 miles away depending on your list. Coffee runs rotate between Twelve Gate Coffee, Presotea, and a cluster of Starbucks locations within about 2.2 to 2.5 miles, which is why quick meetups tend to happen over an iced drink rather than a long sit-down commitment.

For outdoor time beyond the club, the park network is strong and very “after work friendly.” Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park are each about a mile away, with Briarwood Park at about 1.6 miles and Greathouse Park around 1.7 miles if you want to change scenery. Butler Soccer Park at roughly 1.9 miles is a go-to for families running youth sports calendars, and Los Patios Walking Park and Santa Rita Park at about 2.5 miles give you more options when you’re chasing a calmer loop.

School routines typically run through Midland ISD, and the nearby elementary options give families choices: Barbara Fasken EL is about 1.1 miles away, Greathouse EL about 1.7, and Santa Rita EL roughly 2.4, all rated B. For high schoolers, Early College H S at Midland College—rated A and enrolling around 365 students—sits about 3.6 miles away, which can be a major consideration for households prioritizing an academic pathway tied to a college environment. Commute patterns in 79707 lean car-based, with 76.9% driving alone and 7.2% working from home, so Green Tree tends to attract residents who want comfortable home life, easy errands, and straightforward drives to the rest of Midland.

Things to Do Near Green Tree

Green Tree’s best amenities feel woven into everyday life rather than saved for special occasions. If you’re keeping it outdoors, Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park are each about a mile away, making them easy for quick playground stops or evening walks. When you want a change of pace, Briarwood Park at roughly 1.6 miles, Summit Center Park around 1.8 miles, and Butler Soccer Park near 1.9 miles create a reliable rotation for families and active adults.

Errands and treats stay close to home. Market Street sits about 2.4 miles away for grocery runs, with Target around 2.5 miles and Natural Grocers near 2.8 miles when you’re shopping more intentionally. Coffee options cluster nearby—Twelve Gate Coffee around 1.8 miles, Presotea about 1.9, and multiple Starbucks locations between roughly 2.2 and 2.5 miles—so meeting a friend usually means a short drive and a familiar counter. For an evening out, locals bounce between Y Knot, The Cattle Dog Tavern, and Little Woodrow’s, all within about three miles.

Neighborhoods Near Green Tree

Green Tree sits among a string of recognizable Midland pockets that locals often group together by daily routes and school runs. Green Tree North is just about 0.3 miles away and feels like the closest extension of the same general vibe, while Meadowview around 0.6 miles and Green Hill Terrace near 0.7 miles widen your options if you’re comparing nearby streets without leaving the 79707 orbit.

A little farther out, you’ll bump into The Vineyard Addition at about 0.9 miles and Mockingbird Heights and Melody Acres, each around 1.1 miles away—handy reference points if you’re targeting proximity to Mockingbird Heights Park. Northwestern around 1.5 miles and Greathouse near 1.6 miles come up often in conversations about elementary options like Greathouse EL, while Oaktree Ranch and Blackbird Estates, both about 1.6 miles away, give more nearby alternatives when buyers want a similar part of town with a slightly different streetscape feel. If you spend time near retail and quick stops, Sprayberry Winery Plaza around 1.7 miles and Mayfield at about 1.7 miles help round out the immediate area.

Local Resources for Green Tree Residents

Green Tree households are served by Midland ISD, with district offices listed as Midland Isd about 6.3 miles away for enrollment and administrative needs. For families balancing school and childcare schedules, nearby campuses like Barbara Fasken EL and Greathouse EL are close enough to keep morning routines manageable, and Early College H S at Midland College offers an A-rated option within about 3.6 miles.

For everyday civic needs, Midland County Public Libraries show up nearby in a couple of convenient locations, including Midland County Public Libraries around 3.1 miles away and Midland County Public Library about 3.5 miles away. Property owners typically end up interacting with Midland Central Appraisal District, listed about 4.1 miles from the neighborhood, especially around valuation notices and exemption questions.

When you need county and public safety services, Midland Memorial Hospital-ER is about 5.5 miles away. The Midland Police Department is listed around 6.3 miles out, and the Midland County Sheriff about 6.7 miles away. Practical errands like mail can be handled at a nearby USPS location around 3.3 miles away, and county tax services are available through Midland County, listed about 5.1 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions About Green Tree

Is Green Tree a good place to live?

Green Tree can be a strong choice for buyers who want an established feel in Midland’s 79707 area, where the median home value is about $389,400 and the median household income is $99,886. Daily life here is anchored by proximity to Green Tree Country Club and an unusually dense cluster of parks within a few miles, including Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park about a mile away. Practical errands are simple with Market Street around 2.4 miles away and multiple coffee stops like Twelve Gate Coffee and Presotea under two miles. If you value a residential setting with quick access to recreation, shopping, and Midland ISD schools, Green Tree fits the pattern.

Is Green Tree safe?

Specific crime statistics weren’t provided, so it’s not possible to quantify safety from the data here. What can be said is that Green Tree reads as a settled, owner-leaning part of 79707, where about 57.8% of homes are owner-occupied, and the neighborhood sits near well-used community spaces like Green Hill Park, Mockingbird Heights Park, and the Green Tree Country Club facilities. Areas with consistent foot traffic to parks and familiar local stops often cultivate neighbor awareness. For the most current, street-level guidance, residents typically rely on updates from the Midland Police Department, listed about 6.3 miles away, and Midland County Sheriff services around 6.7 miles away.

How are the schools in Green Tree?

Green Tree is served by Midland ISD, and there’s a wide menu of campuses within about five miles. On the elementary side, Barbara Fasken EL is close at roughly 1.1 miles and carries a B rating, with other B-rated options nearby like Greathouse EL around 1.7 miles and Santa Rita EL about 2.4 miles. For older students, Early College H S at Midland College stands out with an A rating and is about 3.6 miles away, offering a smaller enrollment of around 365 students for grades 9–12. Middle school options in range include campuses like Abell J H and Goddard J H, and high school options include Legacy H S within about 3.7 miles.

What is the cost of living in Green Tree?

Green Tree benefits from a Midland cost profile that runs below the national benchmark in the provided indices, where 100 equals the U.S. average. The overall cost of living index is 91.9, meaning day-to-day costs trend lower than average. Housing is a major reason, with a housing index of 66.7, while goods run closer to average at 93.7 and utilities at 95.2. On the homeowner side, property taxes are an important part of the monthly picture. The City of Midland property tax rate is $0.3480 per $100 of valuation, Midland County is $0.1214 per $100, and Midland ISD is $0.8415 per $100. Combined, the estimated property tax rate comes to $1.3109 per $100 valuation. Even with those local taxes, many households still appreciate Texas’s lack of state income tax, which can help offset the overall cost of living compared with many states.

Is Green Tree good for families?

Green Tree works well for families who want parks, schools, and after-school activities close to home. Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park are each about a mile away, with Briarwood Park, Greathouse Park, and Butler Soccer Park all within roughly two miles, which makes it easier to keep weeknights active without long drives. Midland ISD options nearby include Barbara Fasken EL about 1.1 miles away and Greathouse EL around 1.7 miles, both rated B, plus Santa Rita EL at about 2.4 miles. With 20.5% of the 79707 population under 18, the broader area supports a steady family routine of school events, park time, and sports practices.

What is Green Tree known for?

Green Tree is most closely associated with the Green Tree Country Club setting, which gives the neighborhood a recognizable identity in this part of Midland. The nearby network of parks—especially Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park—adds to its reputation as a place where outdoor time is built into the week. In 79707, the area skews relatively young with a median age of 31.6 and a college-educated share around 40.3% holding a bachelor’s degree or higher, which shows up in the way residents use the local coffee circuit near Twelve Gate Coffee and Presotea and keep daily errands efficient at places like Market Street and Target within a couple miles.

What are things to do near Green Tree?

For outdoor time close to home, residents cycle through Mockingbird Heights Park and Green Hill Park about a mile away, then mix in Briarwood Park, Summit Center Park, and Butler Soccer Park when they want different trails, fields, or playground setups. If you prefer a structured workout, the Green Tree Country Club facilities sit about 0.1 miles away, and Bush Tennis Center is roughly 2.1 miles from the neighborhood. Food and drink options are easy to reach without crossing town. Coffee runs often land at Twelve Gate Coffee around 1.8 miles away or Presotea at about 1.9 miles, with several Starbucks locations nearby for convenience. For a casual night out, locals keep it simple with Y Knot, The Cattle Dog Tavern, and Little Woodrow’s, all within about three miles.

What ZIP code is Green Tree in?

Green Tree is in Midland’s 79707 ZIP code. Many nearby schools, parks, and shopping stops in the area also fall within this same 79707 orbit.

Interested in Green Tree?

If you’re considering Green Tree, the best next step is matching the right streets and home styles to your routine—especially if you want to be close to Green Tree Country Club or the park network around Mockingbird Heights Park. Reach out to connect with a local Midland expert who can walk you through recent neighborhood activity in 79707 and help you compare nearby pockets like Green Tree North and Green Hill Terrace.