Tomball is no longer the quiet outpost it once was. Once considered the end of the road, this Greater Houston suburb has rapidly transformed into a prime destination for new homebuyers and developers alike.
With that transformation has come a wave of construction, new infrastructure demands and evolving community needs—changes that the Greater Houston Builders Association is helping navigate every step of the way.
Opportunities blooming with growth
As demand for suburban living surges, Tomball has emerged as a top destination in Greater Houston, attracting homebuyers and developers.
“Location is everything in real estate, and Tomball had the right mix—easy access with Hwy. 249, available land for a reasonable price, new developments and a strong community,” former GHBA President Matthew Reibenstein said.
As more families and professionals look to settle in the area, the local housing landscape has evolved to meet their needs. Tomball now offers a dynamic mix of single-family homes, thoughtfully planned neighborhoods and multifamily developments that cater to a wide range of lifestyles and life stages.
This residential growth has spurred a wave of commercial development as well. Major retailers, restaurants, grocery stores and essential services have followed the rooftops, turning Tomball into a well-rounded community where residents can live, work and shop without leaving town.
“It’s still a community that feels manageable,” Reibenstein said. “You can enjoy modern amenities without the congestion or 45-minute drive to the grocery store.”
The expansion has also strengthened Tomball’s economic base. As businesses move in, they bring jobs and tax revenue that help fund public services and schools, creating a more vibrant and sustainable local economy.
Challenges that come with development
With growth comes pressure, and Tomball is feeling it. As development accelerates, the strain on local infrastructure has become one of the area’s most pressing challenges.
“Your biggest challenge in any growing area will always be infrastructure,” Reibenstein said. “Tomball was built as a small town, and it simply wasn’t designed to grow at this pace. Now it’s working hard to catch up.”
Tomball’s rapid expansion has placed increasing pressure on core infrastructure systems, particularly water supply, sewage management, roadway capacity and power distribution.
Upgrading these systems comes with a hefty price tag and a high level of complexity. Installing new infrastructure requires significant financial investment and long-term planning. These projects often involve coordination between local governments, utility providers, environmental agencies and private developers, making the process both costly and time-consuming.
Rising land prices have only added to the complexity. As demand climbs, landowners are commanding higher sale prices, and builders face elevated borrowing costs. That drives up the overall price of new homes, making affordability a growing concern.
How GHBA supports Tomball’s growth
As Tomball experiences unprecedented growth, GHBA is playing a key role in helping the community navigate the challenges that come with it.
“Our role isn’t just to build homes—it’s to help cities grow responsibly,” Reibenstein said. “We work directly with local governments to address infrastructure demands, improve permitting processes and support solutions that keep housing accessible and communities livable.”
By fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, the association helps ensure growth benefits everyone—from first-time homebuyers to longtime residents.
To learn more about The Greater Houston Builders Association, become a member or explore resources, visit www.ghba.org.
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