Best Neighborhood/Suburb for first time buyer relocating.

About to begin house hunting in the Houston area. This will be my first time purchasing a home. Relocating from the Midwest. 28 y/o single black male.

I’ve been looking at homes in Richmond, Kingwood, Spring, and Humble. Any recommendations on which areas to focus (or different areas)? I like to chill at home so mostly just looking for a safe/quiet area with nice scenery. I’d like to have some restaurants or shopping centers accessible in the area. As long as I can get to a good mall, bar, or fun place within 25-30 mins I don’t mind staying a bit further out. Just not in the middle of nowhere lol. Thanks in advance for any advice.

Edit: Budget is 290k, will be using VA loan. Won’t be looking for a job for a while so not really considering work commute as a factor. Finances are in order. Probably going to try and start school in January.