Killeen, Texas (Fort Hood)

PCSing to Killeen, Texas (Fort Hood)

Army families adjust to the idea of frequent moving and relocating overtime. At times it seems fun and exciting, at others, moving seems too hard. If you have received a PCS order to Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas, you should make use of your permissive leave and come down here to look for suitable houses for you and your family.

Moving isn’t just about the house you are moving in to, a lot of other factors also come into consideration. You have to be aware of the facilities you’ll get, the environment, schools and colleges and a lot more.

On-Base Housing

On-base housing is the choice you’ll most probably make if you have been living on-base previously as well. In 2001, military housing in Fort Hood was privatized. It is managed and controlled by Fort Hood Family Housing. The community is filled with beautifully architected houses and scenic neighborhoods.

  • Neighborhoods

    The community is divided into different neighborhoods. Based on your choice and availability, you can decide the house you want to live in. Here are some of them:

    • Chaffee Village
    • Comanche I
    • Comanche II
    • Comanche III
    • Kouma Village
    • McNair Village
    • Montague Village
    • Patton Park
    • Pershing Park
    • Venable Village
    • Wainwright Heights
    • Walker Village

  • Features And Amenities

    • Community centers
    • Swimming pools
    • Child development centers
    • Fitness centers
    • Parks
    • Playgrounds
    • Retail Facilities
    • Mini-Malls

  • Schools Near Fort Campbell

    • Meadows Elementary
    • West Ward Elementary
    • Clarke Elementary
    • Duncan Elementary
    • Clear Creek Elementary
    • Smith Middle School
    • Fairway Middle School
    • Audie Murphy Middle School
    • Killeen High School
    • Robert Shoemaker High School

  • Gas and Electric Utilities

    All gas and electric utilities are included in your Basic Allowance for Housing. All Fort Hood houses are designed to conserve energy to the max and you are advised to use the electrical appliances accordingly.

Off-Base Housing

Off-base housing gives you more freedom to adjust yourself according to your lifestyle. You will find that you have a lot of entertaining and fun options for your entire family in cities nearby Fort Hood.

  • Killeen (7 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $234,000 for 4 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $625 for a 2 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Gatesville (6.9 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $129,000 for 3 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $645 for a 2 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Belton (7 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $199,000 for 3 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $650 for a 2 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Nolanville (7 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $189,000 for 3 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $600 for a 1 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Coperras Cove (7 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $169,000 for 4 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $630 for a 2 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Temple (7 Miles from Base)

    • Prices start at $144,000 for 3 bed, 2 bath residences
    • Rentals start at $709 for a 2 bed, 1 bath unit

  • Schools

    • Gatesville Elementary
    • Gatesville Junior High School
    • Gatesville High School
    • Lakewood Elementary School
    • Miller Heights Elementary Schools
    • Sparta Elementary School
    • Belton Middle School
    • Belton High School
    • Kennedy Powell High School
    • Scott Elementary
    • Thornton Elementary
    • Western Hills Elementary
    • Wheatley Alternative Elementary
    • Temple High School
    • Shoemaker High School

    These are just a few of the schools. When you come here, you’ll find the cities loaded with schools and colleges.

  • Local Attractions

    Some local attractions include:

    • The Fourth Infantry Division Museum
    • Mitchell Collection of Spurs
    • Summer fun Water Park
    • Chalk Ridge Falls Park
    • Bell County Museum
    • The Mayborn Planetarium
    • Topsey Exotic Ranch
    • Drive-Through Safari

It is better that you do your research before hand and then consult your family for the final decision. Off-base or on-base, best of luck!