Elyson
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★ Award WinnerI-10 · Katy

Elyson

by Brookfield Properties · 3,640 acres

📋 Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.32%
Starting From
$300K
True Monthly
$2,817P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Katy ISD

Elyson is an expansive 3,600-acre master-planned community in Katy, TX, designed for active, outdoor lifestyles. Featuring over 750 acres of parks, open space, and nearly 30 miles of planned trails, residents enjoy resort-style amenities at Elyson House and Lakeside Landing. The community boasts a full-service café, dog park, tennis courts, and top-tier Katy ISD schools.

ISDKaty ISD
ElementaryMcElwain Elementary
MiddleStockdick Junior High
High SchoolPaetow High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
—Elyson House & Lakeside Landing
—resort-style pool
—fitness center
—on-site café
—dog park
—tennis courts
—30 miles of trails
—sports fields & game room
Total Tax Rate3.32%
MUD Tax Rate1.5%
Annual HOA$1,464/yr
Starting Price$300,000
HOA / Month$122/mo

Starting price reflects the lowest published builder floor plan as of August 2026. Prices change frequently — verify current pricing directly with the builder before visiting. Use the calculator above to estimate your own monthly payment — enter your actual quoted rate for the most accurate result.

The MUD (1.5%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $350/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictHarris County MUD 534
TCEQ Status✓ Compliant
Water Hardness20 GPG Hard

⚠ Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

★
Best Model Home Village
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2025

Celebrated by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) for excellence in residential marketing, visitor experience, and presentation design.

★
Community of the Year
Green Home Builder Magazine · 2020

Honored as Community of the Year by Green Home Builder Magazine for excellence in comprehensive land planning, neighborhood execution, and community lifestyle.

★
Best Recreation Center
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2017

Recognized by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) for world-class resident amenities, recreational design, and community gathering spaces.

★
Developer Welcome Center of the Year
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2017

Awarded to the developer by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) for premier residential community master planning and development standards.

DeveloperBrookfield Properties
Total Acreage3,640 acres
Status🟢 Active New Construction
CorridorI-10
CountyHarris
School DistrictKaty ISD
ElementaryMcElwain Elementary
Middle SchoolStockdick Junior High
High SchoolPaetow High School
Annual HOA$1,464/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.5%
Total Tax Rate3.32%
★ True Cost Payment EngineHarris Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator · Elyson

Tax Rate: 3.32%HOA: $1,464/yrHomestead Active ✓
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$2,899/mo
Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$109/mo
$300,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,729
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$721
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$188
HOA Dues$122
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$140
Est. Cash to Close$36,750
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Tech & Connectivity

Elyson — Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet · Katy
🟠 XfinityPrimary
Up to 1.2 Gig
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🔵 AT&T FiberAlso Available
Up to 5 Gig
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Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Elyson come with builder-grade appliances. Upgrade to Samsung Bespoke smart suites, AJ Madison luxury packages (GE Cafe, Bosch, Thermador), or Wayfair outdoor kitchen setups before move-in. See full appliance guide

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Houston Power Grid Advisory
Is your new home ready for the next grid outage?

Texas ERCOT operates on an isolated grid. Hurricane season (June–Nov) and winter storms can cause 3–7 day outages. Compare EcoFlow, Anker SOLIX, and Generac/Cummins whole-home options.

🌊 Flood Zone & Drainage
Zone X✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: No

Engineered master-planned detention lake network with elevated pads and gravity drainage channels feeding into South Mayde Creek watershed.

View FEMA Flood Map →
🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Grand Parkway 99 · Est. $4-8/day daily toll
🏢 Energy Corridor
25-35 min
🏥 Medical Center
45-55 min
🌆 Downtown Houston
40-50 min
✈️ IAH Airport
40-50 min
🛒 Grocery & Retail
🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Katy Park on Morton Ranch Rd (3.1 mi)
🛒 KrogerKroger Katy on W Grand Pkwy N (3.9 mi)
🏪 CostcoCostco Katy on Katy Fwy (5.2 mi)
🎯 TargetTarget Katy Elyson on FM 529 (0.1 mi)
🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter Morton Ranch Rd (3.5 mi)
🏘 Town CenterElyson Commons at Bear Creek (On-site)
📹 Community Video Tour
Elyson Community Tour — Katy, TX
via Living in Houston Texas · YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Elyson

📋 Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Elyson
🖨️ Open & Print Full Flyer →
⚡ Utilities Setup
💧 Water & Sewer
Harris County MUD #532 / #534 / Elyson — Inframark (832) 467-1599
🗑️ Trash Pickup
Best Trash (281) 313-2378 — Monday & Thursday pickup
🔥 Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy (713-659-2111)
💡 Electricity
TX is deregulated — scan QR cards below to compare & lock in your rate before closing
📬 Mailbox & HOA
📮 Post Office
Katy Post Office, 20180 Park Row Dr, Katy TX 77449
(281) 829-5062
🔑 Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
🏢 HOA Management
Crest Management
helloelyson.com
⚠️ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for exterior modifications, paint colors, fences, and landscaping
🏫 Schools & Anchors
🎓 ISD
Katy ISD
📚 Elementary
McElwain Elementary
📚 Middle School
Stockdick Junior High
📚 High School
Paetow High School
🌐 Enroll Online
katyisd.org/registration
🏛️ Homestead Exemption
hcad.org/homestead
🛒 Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Katy Park on Morton Ranch Rd (3.1 mi)
🚨 Day-1 New Build Safety
🔒 Smart Lock Reset: Reset factory master codes on Day 1 before moving valuables in.
💧 Main Water Shut-Off: Located in garage or front flowerbed box — know it before you need it.
💨 HVAC Filter Swap: Change AC filter at 30 days — construction dust clogs coils fast.
🤠 Texas Admin Rules
🏛️ Homestead Exemption: File with hcad.org/homestead by April 30 — saves $300–$600+/yr. Update TX Driver's License address first.
📋 Builder Warranty: 10-yr structural, 2-yr mechanical, 1-yr workmanship — document everything in writing from Day 1.
🔍 11-Month Inspection: Schedule an independent inspector at month 11 before your 1-year warranty expires.
🛍️ Day-One Move-In Essentials — Scan to Compare & Save
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