The boulevard entrance to the Tanglewood subdivision is located in the shadows of the Galleria area. Huge towering trees line the streets of this prestigious neighborhood that once was recognized by the National Association of Home Builders in Washington, D.C. as one of the five best planned subdivisions in the United States.

Tanglewood was born in the mid-forties when the William Farrington Company purchased 300 acres west of the Houston city limits from the Humble Pipeline Company which is now Exxon. Several years later, an additional tract was purchased and Tanglewood grew to include an area north of Woodway, which today is referred to as the “new section.”

Tanglewood consists of 15 sections. However, Section One, just off Post Oak Lane, was one of the first areas developed. In 1949, seven newly built homes touting air conditioning and 32 lots were listed for sale. At that time, this neighborhood was declared the most air conditioned subdivision in the Southwest.

Residents of this area enjoy the benefits of the stringent deed restrictions that govern front and side property setbacks. Additionally, prior to building, new construction plans must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee.

Large one-story homes as well as gracious two and three story new construction homes are visible on each street. The neighborhood enjoys the benefit of the jogging path that runs through Tanglewood Boulevard as well as the Tanglewood neighborhood patrol.

Tanglewood is home to the Houston Country Club. In 1954, the land for the club was purchased. However, an additional 125 acres was needed for the golf course, so the land was acquired from the Bering family.

Several years ago, developers began to focus their attention on tearing down functionally obsolete one story homes on large, treed lots and building magnificent new residences. Traditional, Georgian, contemporary as well as Mediterranean style homes with red tile roofs may now be found lining the boulevard. Homes grew from 2,500 square feet to 6,000 square feet and up of quality living space. Homes offering third floor game room, quarters, swimming pool, fountains, large kitchens, a study and open family room may now be found.

As a direct result of this growth, lot prices have escalated into the high $400,000s. Home values range from the low $500,000s to the two million dollar range.

Tanglewood continues to attract business executives and other professionals. The large treed lots, sense of neighborhood, proximity to major freeways, the Galleria, educational facilities, and Memorial Park have made this neighborhood continuously desirable.