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Located along the Gulf Coast, Brazoria County includes suburban cities like Pearland, Alvin, and Lake Jackson. It was one of the original Texas colonies under Stephen F. Austin and played a major role in early Texas independence. Today, it is a blend of suburban Houston commuters, petrochemical industries, and coastal communities. Pearland is one of the fastest-growing suburbs of Houston, while Lake Jackson anchors the southern county near the Gulf. Housing ranges from affordable subdivisions to upscale master-planned communities and waterfront homes. Prices vary: typical homes run $280,000 to $450,000, with coastal properties commanding more. Land outside Pearland often sells for $20,000+ per acre due to development demand.