What is Meridiana?
Meridiana is an award-winning, 3,000-acre master-planned community located in Iowa Colony and Manvel, Texas. Home to 3 onsite schools, 2 award-winning amenity centers, multiple parks, miles of trails, and top homebuilders. Meridiana is designed with a unique focus on “integrated learning,” where education and discovery are woven into the everyday lifestyle through specialized parks and labs. Meridiana is set within elegantly landscaped waterways, bayous and water features. Learn more on our Community page.
Where is Meridiana located?
The community is situated in Iowa Colony/Manvel, just off State Highway 288. We are approximately 10 minutes south of Pearland Town Center and 25 minutes from the Texas Medical Center and Downtown Houston. For a detailed map and drive times, visit our Location page.
What types of homes are available?
Meridiana features a wide variety of floor plans from Houston’s top builders, including Perry Homes, Highland Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Westin Homes, Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes. Offerings range from townhomes and 40-foot lots to expansive custom estates on 90-foot lots. Visit today to tour 23 model homes and choose between 9 home builders. Pricing starts in the $260’s and goes to over $1M+. View our builders here and available homes here.
Amenities & Lifestyle
What is “Oasis Village”?
Oasis Village is the social heartbeat of the community. It includes:
- Fitness Center: A state-of-the-art facility open 24/7.
- Pools: A family pool with cabanas, splash pad, and a dedicated lap pool.
- Amphitheater: A large outdoor venue for concerts and community events.
- Conservatory: An indoor gathering space for neighborhood activities
- The Ambassador’s Yacht: A unique houseboat available for resident rentals and stays.
Explore all the features on our Amenities page.
What is Adventure Cove?
Adventure Cove is our most recent amenity expansion, featuring a massive wave pool, a tidal (lazy) river, island pool, pavilion, event lawn, a second fitness center, and a food truck park. It is a resident-exclusive water park designed for all-day family fun.
Does the community have parks and trails?
Yes, Meridiana features hundreds of acres of parks and trails. Highlights include Iowa Colony Regional Park (baseball fields and sports practice fields), Challenger Park (with pickleball, frisbee golf and an obstacle course), Floating Bridge Park (for fishing and kayaking), Explorer’s Park (practice field and tot-lot), Observation Park (with tennis courts and splash pad), Rolling Greens Park (an 18 hole mini putting course) and over 50 miles of connected hike-and-bike trails that wind through the community’s waterways.
Education & Schools
What school district serves Meridiana?
Meridiana is served by the highly-acclaimed Alvin Independent School District (Alvin ISD).
Are there schools located inside the community?
Yes. Meridiana is unique in that it offers an “education-first” layout with several on-site campuses:
- Meridiana Elementary: Located within the community so many students can walk to school.
- Barbara Bennett Elementary: Located within the north end of the community.
- Jackie Doucet Caffey Junior High: Located in the center of Meridiana.
- Iowa Colony High School: Located immediately adjacent to the community.
Detailed information on each campus can be found on our Schools page.
What are the “Learning Labs”?
Learning Labs are interactive outdoor classrooms scattered throughout the neighborhood. They are designed in partnership with local educators to teach kids (and adults) about science and nature. Examples include the Meridiana Tower (a 60-foot sundial) and Galileo’s Lab, which focuses on astronomy and constellations.
Living in Meridiana
Is Meridiana a pet-friendly community?
Absolutely! In addition to our extensive trail system and 2 dog parks, we host “Yappy Hour” events and provide plenty of outdoor space for your furry family members to explore.
How do I stay updated on community events?
Meridiana employs a full-time Lifestyle Coordinator who plans over 100 events a year, including movie nights, seasonal festivals, and fitness classes. You can see what’s happening next on our Community highlights section.
Are there shopping and dining options nearby?
Various commercial businesses, including restaurants, gas stations, and coffee shops, are located on the perimeter and within Meridiana. In addition, major retail hubs like Pearland Town Center are only 10 minutes away, offering a massive selection of big-box stores, boutiques, and restaurants.
