Homes for Sale in Forest Cove

Forest Cove is one of Kingwood’s original villages, sitting along the West Fork of the San Jacinto River and Lake Houston in the 77339 ZIP code. It was among the first neighborhoods established when Kingwood was developed in the early 1970s, giving it a mature, heavily wooded character and quick access to US-59/I-69, Humble, Atascocita, and Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Forest Cove stands apart for its large lots, many a half-acre or more, and some well over a full acre, and for the fact that it does not carry the standard Kingwood deed restrictions found in most other villages. That combination is rare this close to Houston: you get the wooded, established feel of Kingwood with far more room, freedom, and flexibility in how you use your property.

Yes, because Forest Cove does not have the standard deed restrictions that govern most of Kingwood, many properties allow horses and livestock. This is one of the only places in the Kingwood area where you can keep animals on acreage while still being minutes from shopping, schools, and the freeway. Restrictions can vary lot by lot, so always confirm the specifics for a given property before you buy; we’ll help you verify exactly what’s allowed.

Lot sizes in Forest Cove are some of the largest in Kingwood. Many homesites are a half-acre or more, and a number of properties exceed a full acre. The generous lots are a big reason buyers choose Forest Cove, there’s room for shops, pools, RV and boat parking, gardens, guest quarters, and animals. Recent listings have ranged from about 13,500 square feet, roughly a third of an acre, to more than 46,000 square feet, just over an acre. The lot size for a specific property appears in its listing description, and the survey is the figure to rely on before closing.

Forest Cove features a wide mix of mostly custom and semi-custom homes on wooded lots, ranging from updated single-story ranch homes to larger two-story residences and acreage estates. Because the neighborhood predates Kingwood’s uniform builder restrictions, no two streets look alike. Some properties include special features such as detached mother-in-law houses, guest quarters, workshops, and multi-car or oversized garages.

Forest Cove does not carry the standard deed restrictions that apply to most other Kingwood villages, which is why it allows uses, like horses, livestock, and secondary dwellings, that you won’t find elsewhere in Kingwood. Some sections or individual properties may still have their own specific restrictions, so it’s important to confirm the details for any home you’re considering. We review this with every buyer before closing.

Forest Cove is served by the highly regarded Humble Independent School District (Humble ISD), the same district that serves the rest of Kingwood, and recent Forest Cove listings show homes assigned to Foster Elementary, Kingwood Middle School and Kingwood Park High School. Campus boundaries can change, so confirm the assignment for the specific address with Humble ISD before you buy. We’re happy to check it for any property you are considering.

Pricing in Forest Cove varies widely because of the range of home sizes, ages, and lot acreage. Many homes fall between the $300,000s and $600,000s, while larger custom estates on acreage can command more. As a broker who works both residential and commercial deals, Stacy Sherman can give you an accurate, up-to-date market read for the exact street or lot size you’re targeting.

Stacy Sherman, Broker is a Kingwood-based, broker-owned agency rated 5/5 across 44 verified HAR.com client surveys with 10+ years of local experience. Stacy is one of the few Kingwood brokers licensed for both residential and commercial real estate, a real advantage in a unique, less-restricted neighborhood like Forest Cove, and offers transparent flat-rate commission options in addition to traditional structures.