A new 1,500-acre scenic acreage community is in the works on Willis’ northeast side.
A Tyler-based family office is scheduled to break ground on Foster Creek Ranch this month which will include 600 home sites on lots ranging from one-and-a-half acres to five acres off FM 3081 at the entrance to San Jacinto County. The community will be near Willis schools and businesses, and a short drive from Lake Conroe, Lake Livingston and the Sam Houston National Forest.
The 1,500-acres represents phase one of the project with an option to develop up to 5,000 acres.
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“In a post-COVID-19 world, we’re seeing a growing demand for lifestyle properties where people can build their dream home, raise a family or simply reconnect with nature,” said Christopher Boone, CEO of Foster Creek Ranch, in a statement. “With Foster Creek Ranch, we’re offering something special — acreage living with all the benefits of privacy, space, community and a rich history.”
The land that will become Foster Creek Ranch is part of a historical legacy dating back to the Foster Lumber Company, founded in 1879 in the area. The company began acquiring timberlands in Texas in 1894, amassing over 130,000 acres across Montgomery, Harris, Liberty and San Jacinto counties.
The mill town of Fostoria developed around the mill and its residents often led an idyllic life, some workers spending their entire careers at Foster Lumber Company. The mill closed in June 1957 which led to the demise of the town.
“As one of the earliest adopters of sustainable forestry practices, Foster Lumber’s legacy continues through this next chapter of land stewardship and community building,” according to a news release about Foster Creek Ranch.
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Features of the community include ponds constructed using sustainable design principles to enhance biodiversity and visual appeal, forest trails and lots bordering the Green Belt, detention reserve areas and the exterior boundary of the community that will include a 25-foot rear no-cut buffer to preserve the native forest edge.
“At Foster Creek Ranch, every decision — from the layout of the roads to the architectural guidelines — is made with an eye toward preserving the natural beauty of the property while providing modern infrastructure and long-term value for owners,” according to company information.
For more information, visit the Foster Creek Ranch website or call 936-220-5905.
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