[Johnnyquest]

I would look in the Clear Lake area because it is close. There are plenty of new homes and builders available. I grew up in Houston and traffic well its horrid, but its also the 4th largest city in the US so stay clear. Humble is way too north about the same as The Woodlands. Clear lake is a booming area and its nice.

If you find a lot you could go with David Weekley, they now build on your lot and so does Newmark, they are both reputable and in your price range.

Good luck, welcome to Texas.

JQ