Markham offers small-town ease with quick access to Gulf Coast adventures. Set in Matagorda County, it sits a short drive from Bay City for shopping, dining, and community events, while weekends often mean fishing, kayaking, or beach time along Matagorda Bay. Many residents work in regional agriculture and energy, with the nearby South Texas Project Electric Generating Station anchoring skilled careers and training opportunities.
Families appreciate the strong local school community served by the Tidehaven Independent School District, including Markham Elementary for early grades and Tidehaven High School’s academics, FFA programs, and athletics. Lifelong learning extends beyond the classroom at the Matagorda County Library, which hosts story times, computer access, and seasonal programs at its area branches.
Outdoors, residents head south to the Matagorda Bay Nature Park for beachcombing, RV camping, and paddle launches, or spend a morning on the trails and boardwalks at the Matagorda County Birding Nature Center along the Colorado River. Community spirit shines each spring at the Matagorda County Fair & Livestock Exposition, where youth projects, rodeo action, and local food bring neighbors together.
Whether you’re drawn by quiet streets and open skies or by quick coastal getaways, Markham delivers an easygoing lifestyle with genuine connectivity. If you’re buying or selling here, Agent Pronto can introduce you to a great local real estate pro who knows the market and the community.