Kresston
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I-45 ยท Conroe

Kresston

by Johnson Development ยท 1,400 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.08%
Starting From
$300K
True Monthly
$2,752P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Magnolia ISD

Situated in Magnolia along the Highway 249 corridor, Kresston is a 1,400-acre master-planned community by Johnson Development centered around outdoor living and small-town charm. Key features include The Boot House welcome center, Legends Pointe pickleball complex, splash pad, and Bluestem Basin pond. Future plans encompass the 20-acre Liberty Junction aquatic and sports district alongside scenic hiking trails.

ISDMagnolia ISD
ElementaryBear Branch Elementary
MiddleBear Branch Junior High
High SchoolMagnolia West High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
โ€”The Boot House welcome center
โ€”Legends Pointe pickleball courts
โ€”Frontier Bluffs splash pad
โ€”Bluestem Basin pond
โ€”hike and bike trails
โ€”Horseshoe Heights Park
โ€”Liberty Junction amenity district
Total Tax Rate3.08%
MUD Tax Rate1.5%
Annual HOA$1,300/yr
Starting Price$300,000
HOA / Month$108/mo

Starting price reflects the lowest published builder floor plan as of August 2026. Prices change frequently โ€” verify current pricing directly with the builder before visiting. Use the calculator above to estimate your own monthly payment โ€” 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 โ€” potentially saving $350/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictMontgomery County MUD
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness11 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

โ˜…
The Nationals Gold Award
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) ยท 2026

Awarded The Nationals Gold Award by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

DeveloperJohnson Development
Total Acreage1,400 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorI-45
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictMagnolia ISD
ElementaryBear Branch Elementary
Middle SchoolBear Branch Junior High
High SchoolMagnolia West High School
Annual HOA$1,300/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.5%
Total Tax Rate3.08%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท Kresston

Tax Rate: 3.08%HOA: $1,300/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$2,834/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$100/mo
$300,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,729
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$670
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$188
HOA Dues$108
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$140
Est. Cash to Close$36,750
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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High-Speed Internet ยท Conroe
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New construction homes in Kresston 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 (Juneโ€“Nov) and winter storms can cause 3โ€“7 day outages. Compare EcoFlow, Anker SOLIX, and Generac/Cummins whole-home options.

๐ŸŒŠ Flood Zone & Drainage
Zone Xโœ… Harvey 2017: No๐Ÿ  Flood Insurance Required: No

Developed by Johnson Development with oversized retention basins and elevated homesites complying with Montgomery County post-Atlas 14 standards.

View FEMA Flood Map โ†’
๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Tomball Tollway SH 249 ยท Est. $3-6/day daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
45-55 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
55-65 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
50-60 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
45-55 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Magnolia Market on FM 1488 (3.9 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Magnolia on FM 1488 (5.5 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Tomball on Tomball Pkwy (9.3 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Westwood Village Magnolia (8.5 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Tomball (9.2 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterFarm & Foundry Market (in community) / Magnolia Town Center
๐Ÿ“น Community Video Tour
Kresston Community Tour โ€” Conroe, TX
via Living in Houston Texas ยท YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Kresston

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Kresston
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Montgomery-Grimes Counties MUD #146C / #146D โ€” Inframark (832) 467-1599
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Trash Pickup
Bayou City Bins (936) 777-8181 โ€” Monday & Thursday pickup
๐Ÿ”ฅ Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy (713-659-2111)
๐Ÿ’ก Electricity
TX is deregulated โ€” scan QR cards below to compare & lock in your rate before closing
๐Ÿ“ฌ Mailbox & HOA
๐Ÿ“ฎ Post Office
Magnolia Post Office, 815 Goodson Rd, Magnolia TX 77355
(281) 259-0744
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
CCMC Management
lifeatkresston.com/resident-portal
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for exterior modifications, paint colors, pools, and fences
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Magnolia ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
Bear Branch Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Bear Branch Junior High
๐Ÿ“š High School
Magnolia West High School
๐ŸŒ Enroll Online
magnoliaisd.org/parents/enrollment
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Magnolia Market on FM 1488 (3.9 mi)
๐Ÿšจ Day-1 New Build Safety
๐Ÿ”’ Smart Lock Reset: Reset factory master codes on Day 1 before moving valuables in.
๐Ÿ’ง Main Water Shut-Off: Located in garage or front flowerbed box โ€” know it before you need it.
๐Ÿ’จ HVAC Filter Swap: Change AC filter at 30 days โ€” construction dust clogs coils fast.
๐Ÿค  Texas Admin Rules
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption: File with mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions by April 30 โ€” saves $300โ€“$600+/yr. Update TX Driver's License address first.
๐Ÿ“‹ Builder Warranty: 10-yr structural, 2-yr mechanical, 1-yr workmanship โ€” document everything in writing from Day 1.
๐Ÿ” 11-Month Inspection: Schedule an independent inspector at month 11 before your 1-year warranty expires.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Day-One Move-In Essentials โ€” Scan to Compare & Save
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