Does a relocating new hire need a car in Houston?

Quick answer

For the typical HomeBase recent graduate, Grant recommends bringing a car to Houston. The city is large and spread out, and even someone living in a relatively walkable pocket may need to drive for work, groceries, friends, airports, and weekend activities. Rail and bus service exist and rideshare can supplement a vehicle, but HomeBase generally treats neighborhood walkability as a bonus rather than a complete replacement for a car. The better transportation strategy is to choose a central neighborhood that reduces unnecessary driving while still providing a strong social life and a manageable commute.

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