TX Missouri City
Missouri City
Missouri City Neighborhood Guide
Established neighborhoods and Sienna, minutes from the Medical Center
FamiliesMaster-planned communitiesGolfParks & trailsClose to the Medical Center
Living in Missouri City
Missouri City is a city of more than 70,000 people, mostly in Fort Bend County, bordering southwest Houston. Land promoters named it in the 1890s while marketing the area to buyers from Missouri. Today it ranges from established golf course neighborhoods like Quail Valley to Sienna, one of the Houston area's best-known master-planned communities, which stretches south toward the Brazos River.
Why buyers choose Missouri City
- Close to major job centers. About 11 miles to the Texas Medical Center, 12 to the Galleria and 18 to Downtown via the Fort Bend Toll Road, US-90A and Beltway 8.
- Master-planned living. Sienna's lakes, trails, golf and amenity centers, plus a wide range of builders and price points.
- Golf and green space. Quail Valley's golf course and city parks and trails across Missouri City.
- Schools. Most of Missouri City is served by Fort Bend ISD. Check zoning for each address.
- Shopping and entertainment nearby. Sugar Land Town Square and the Smart Financial Centre are a short drive west.
What's in and near Missouri City
- Sienna and its amenity centers
- Quail Valley and its golf course
- Fort Bend ISD schools
- Sugar Land Town Square and the Smart Financial Centre
- The Texas Medical Center and the Galleria, each about a dozen miles away
Getting around
| Texas Medical Center | 11.0 mi |
| The Galleria | 11.8 mi |
| Downtown Houston | 17.6 mi |
| Hobby Airport | 20.9 mi |
| Bush Intercontinental Airport | 37.0 mi |
Driving distances from central Missouri City.
Homes in Missouri City
Established neighborhoods from the 1970s and 1980s, golf course homes, and newer homes in Sienna and other communities. Many neighborhoods have HOAs and some have MUD taxes, so compare total tax rates and dues when choosing between them. For current prices, see the Market Trends chart and recent sales on this page.
Missouri City questions buyers ask
Is Missouri City a good place to live?
For many families, yes: established neighborhoods and new master-planned communities, Fort Bend ISD schools, parks and trails, and a reasonable drive to the Medical Center and Galleria. Newer areas often carry MUD taxes, and commutes on US-90A and the Fort Bend Toll Road can be slow at rush hour.
Is Missouri City safe?
Missouri City has its own police department. Safety varies by neighborhood, so review recent Missouri City Police Department crime data for the areas you like and visit at different times.
How much do homes cost in Missouri City?
In the 12 months through September 2026, about 1,490 homes sold in Missouri City on the MLS at a typical (median) price around $391,000 and an average near $457,000.
What county is Missouri City in?
Missouri City is mostly in Fort Bend County, with a small part in Harris County. Your county determines your appraisal district and part of your property tax rate.
Is Missouri City part of Houston?
No. Missouri City is a separate city southwest of Houston, about 17.6 miles from Downtown, with its own city government and police department.
Does Missouri City flood?
Flood risk varies. Some neighborhoods near Oyster Creek and other channels carry more risk, and parts of Sienna sit near the Brazos River behind levees maintained by local districts. Check the FEMA flood zone, read the seller's disclosure and get a flood insurance quote during your option period.
What ZIP codes are in Missouri City?
Most Missouri City addresses use ZIP codes 77459 and 77489. Confirm the ZIP code and city limits for a specific address.
How did Missouri City get its name?
Land promoters in the 1890s marketed the area to buyers in St. Louis and elsewhere in Missouri, and the name stuck.
What school district serves Missouri City?
Fort Bend ISD serves most of Missouri City. Zoned schools vary by address, so confirm before you buy.
What is Sienna?
Sienna is a large master-planned community in the Missouri City area along the Brazos River, with trails, lakes, golf, amenity centers and new construction. It was one of Houston's top-selling master-planned communities in 2025.
Sales figures are MLS closed sales for the 12 months from October 2025 through September 2026, as shown in the Market Trends chart on this page. Driving distances are approximate.
Free guide, coming soon
The Missouri City Neighborhood Guide (PDF)
A short buyer's guide with the average price and price range, 5- and 10-year appreciation, months of inventory, distances to major attractions, dining, nightlife, and what sets Missouri City apart from other Houston suburbs.
Request a copy or call (832) 777-3904.
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