The Most Desirable Suburbs in America: Conroe, Texas, Makes the Top 20
According to a recent growth report by moving services website moveBuddha, Conroe, a city in the Houston area, has made it to the top 20 list of American suburbs that everyone wants to move to, ranking at No. 19.
The Survey Methodology
The survey ranks the suburbs that are the most in-demand in the most populous U.S. metros for 2025. The ranking is based on two criteria: recent mover search data from January 2024 to February 2025, which reflects moves planned for the current year; and the most recent Zillow Home Value Index data for home averages in each of the 50 biggest metros.
Conroe’s Rise to Fame
Conroe had a "move in-to-out ratio" of 1.45, meaning there are 145 searches for moves in for every 100 searches for moving out. This charming city’s explosive growth can be attributed to its small-town feel, renter-friendliness, and more.
Affordability and Popularity
According to the report’s findings, Conroe is also among a select few desirable suburbs that can provide affordable housing without giving up its popularity. The average Conroe home was worth $318,335 in December 2024, which is nearly $39,000 lower than the national average home value. "These suburbs prove that affordability doesn’t mean compromise, offering newcomers a chance to settle in growing communities without breaking the bank," the report’s author wrote.
A Comparison with Other Texas Suburbs
Conroe’s affordability also makes it much more appealing than other Texas suburbs that made it on moveBuddha’s list. Homes in the Dallas-area suburb of Frisco – which ranked No. 5 nationally – were worth $671,173 in December. A move to that particular North Texas city won’t come cheap.
The Report’s Cautionary Note
The report does caution top suburbs like Conroe that offer a "city-like culture" can sometimes inherit problems of those same cities residents are trying to escape from, such as high housing costs and congested traffic.
Other Desirable Texas Suburbs
Besides Frisco and Conroe, only two other Texas cities ranked among the top 50 most in-demand American suburbs: The North Austin suburb of Georgetown (No. 18) and Canyon Lake (No. 42) outside San Antonio.
The Top 10 Most Desirable Suburbs to Move to in 2025
- Summerville, South Carolina (Charleston)
- Meridian, Idaho (Boise)
- St. Augustine, Florida (Jacksonville)
- Vancouver, Washington (Portland)
- Frisco, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth)
- Tempe, Arizona (Phoenix)
- Saint Paul, Minnesota (Minneapolis)
- Fort Mill, South Carolina (Charlotte, North Carolina)
- Clermont, Florida (Orlando)
- Cary, North Carolina (Raleigh)
FAQs
Q: What is the methodology used to rank the most desirable suburbs in America?
A: The ranking is based on recent mover search data from January 2024 to February 2025 and the most recent Zillow Home Value Index data for home averages in each of the 50 biggest metros.
Q: What is Conroe’s ranking on the list of most desirable suburbs in America?
A: Conroe, Texas, ranks at No. 19 on the list.
Q: What makes Conroe a desirable suburb?
A: Conroe’s small-town feel, renter-friendliness, and affordability make it an attractive option for those looking to move to a growing community.
Q: How does Conroe’s affordability compare to other Texas suburbs on the list?
A: Conroe’s affordability is significantly higher than other Texas suburbs on the list, with an average home value of $318,335, compared to Frisco’s average home value of $671,173.
