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I-45 · Conroe

Grand Central Park

by Johnson Development · 2,046 acres

📋 Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
2.7621%
Starting From
$400K
True Monthly
$3,540P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Conroe ISD

Grand Central Park is a 2,046-acre master-planned community in Conroe, located just five miles north of The Woodlands. Surrounded by lush woodland scenery, the development features natural water bodies including 88-acre Grand Lake and 12-acre Majestic Lake. The Lake House amenity complex serves as the community hub with a resort pool, fitness center, event lawns, and access to miles of forested nature trails.

🎓 Schools
ISDConroe ISD
ElementaryWilkinson Elementary
MiddlePeet Junior High
High SchoolConroe High School
Rating6/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026
🌿 Amenities
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
—The Lake House amenity center
—Grand Lake
—Majestic Lake
—resort-style pool
—fitness center
—dog park
—hike and bike trails
—336 Marketplace shopping
💰 Total Financials
Total Tax Rate2.7621%
MUD Tax Rate0.93%
Annual HOA$1,260/yr
Starting Price$400,000
HOA / Month$105/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.

📉 MUD Tax Rate Over Time

The MUD (0.93%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $217/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
💧 MUD Water Quality
DistrictConroe MMD No. 1
TCEQ Status✓ Compliant
Water Hardness12 GPG Hard

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🏆 Awards & Recognition
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Master-Planned Community Amenity Center of the Year (The Lake House)
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards · 2022

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

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Event of the Year
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards · 2022

Recognized by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards for innovative resident lifestyle programming, community social events, and neighborhood engagement.

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Solid Gold Winner (The Lake House)
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards · 2025

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

📋 Community At a Glance
DeveloperJohnson Development
Total Acreage2,046 acres
Status🟢 Active New Construction
CorridorI-45
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictConroe ISD
ElementaryWilkinson Elementary
Middle SchoolPeet Junior High
High SchoolConroe High School
Annual HOA$1,260/yr
MUD Tax Rate0.93%
Total Tax Rate2.7621%
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★ True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator · Grand Central Park

Tax Rate: 2.7621%HOA: $1,260/yrHomestead Active ✓
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$3,663/mo
Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$103/mo
$400,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
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Principal & Interest$2,305
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$817
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$250
HOA Dues$105
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$186
Est. Cash to Close$49,000
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Tech & Connectivity

Grand Central Park — Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet · Conroe
🔵 AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
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Up to 1.2 Gig
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🌊 Flood Zone & Drainage
Mixed (X/AE)✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: Partial (some lots)

Features 1,200 acres of preserved natural woodlands and engineered detention lake networks (Grand Lake & Majestic Lake) providing high-capacity stormwater runoff controls.

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🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via I-45 / Hardy Toll Road · Est. $3-6/day daily toll
🏢 Energy Corridor
45-55 min
🏥 Medical Center
50-60 min
🌆 Downtown Houston
40-50 min
✈️ IAH Airport
30-40 min
🛒 Grocery & Retail
🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Conroe Market on S Loop 336 (1.2 mi)
🛒 KrogerKroger Marketplace Conroe on S Loop 336 (0.3 mi)
🏪 CostcoCostco Conroe on Hwy 242 (1.6 mi)
🎯 TargetTarget Conroe on I-45 N (1.5 mi)
🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter Conroe on N Loop 336 W (2.1 mi)
🏘 Town Center336 Marketplace (on-site)
📹 Community Video Tour
Grand Central Park Community Tour — Conroe, TX
via Conroe Living Channel · YouTube
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Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Grand Central Park

📋 Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Grand Central Park
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⚡ Utilities Setup
💧 Water & Sewer
Conroe MMD No. 1 — City of Conroe Water (936) 522-3170
🗑️ Trash Pickup
City of Conroe / Frontier Waste (936) 258-9035 — Weekly 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
Conroe Post Office, 809 W Dallas St, Conroe TX 77301
(800) 275-8777
🔑 Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
🏢 HOA Management
CCMC Management
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⚠️ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for exterior modifications, fences, pools, and landscape changes with a completed application and processing fee
🏫 Schools & Anchors
🎓 ISD
Conroe ISD
📚 Elementary
Wilkinson Elementary
📚 Middle School
Peet Junior High
📚 High School
Conroe High School
🏛️ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions
🛒 Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Conroe Market on S Loop 336 (1.2 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 mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions 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.
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