Marvida
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US-290 ยท Cypress

Marvida

by Starwood Land ยท 856 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.24%
Starting From
$200K
True Monthly
$1,889P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD

Located in Cypress, Texas, Marvida is an 856-acre master-planned community featuring modern homes and resort-style amenities. At the heart of the community is the Island Amenity Village, offering a lazy river, splash park, lap pool, and sports courts. With extensive walking trails, playgrounds, and proximity to major highways, Marvida provides an energetic, family-friendly lifestyle within Cy-Fair ISD.

ISDCypress-Fairbanks ISD
ElementaryWalker Elementary
MiddleRowe Middle
High SchoolCypress Park High
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
TrailsFitnessPool
โ€”Island Amenity Village
โ€”lazy river
โ€”resort-style & lap pools
โ€”splash pad & water playground
โ€”dog park
โ€”tennis & pickleball courts
โ€”fitness center
โ€”walking & jogging trails
Total Tax Rate3.24%
MUD Tax Rate1.4%
Annual HOA$1,245/yr
Starting Price$200,000
HOA / Month$104/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 (1.4%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops โ€” potentially saving $327/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictHarris County MUD 165
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness19 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

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Master-Planned Community Amenity of the Year
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards ยท 2024

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

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Lifestyle Director of the Year โ€“ Developer
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) PRISM Awards ยท 2024

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

DeveloperStarwood Land
Total Acreage856 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorUS-290
CountyHarris
School DistrictCypress-Fairbanks ISD
ElementaryWalker Elementary
Middle SchoolRowe Middle
High SchoolCypress Park High
Annual HOA$1,245/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.4%
Total Tax Rate3.24%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineHarris Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท Marvida

Tax Rate: 3.24%HOA: $1,245/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$1,911/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$103/mo
$200,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,153
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$437
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$125
HOA Dues$104
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$93
Est. Cash to Close$24,500
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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Tech & Connectivity

Marvida โ€” Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet ยท Cypress
๐Ÿ”ต AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
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๐ŸŸ  XfinityAlso Available
Up to 1.2 Gig
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Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Marvida 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
Mixed (X/AE)โœ… Harvey 2017: No๐Ÿ  Flood Insurance Required: Partial (some lots)

Engineered with retention ponds and elevated grading to ensure effective stormwater management and flood prevention.

View FEMA Flood Map โ†’
๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Grand Parkway 99 ยท Est. $4-8/day daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
25-35 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
50-60 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
45-55 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
45-55 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Bridgeland on Bridgeland Creek Pkwy (2.3 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Cypress on FM 529 (3.2 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Cypress on Northwest Fwy (4.5 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Katy Elyson on FM 529 (3.5 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Cypress on Fry Rd (1.2 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterHouston Premium Outlets (3.0 mi)
๐Ÿ“น Community Video Tour
Marvida Community Tour โ€” Cypress, TX
via Living in Houston TX Suburbs ยท YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Marvida

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Marvida
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Harris County MUD #165 โ€” SiEnviro (832) 490-1500
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Trash Pickup
Best Trash (281) 313-2378 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
Cypress Post Office, 16635 Spring Cypress Rd, Cypress TX 77429
(281) 373-9125
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
Principal Management Group of Houston (Associa)
pmghouston.com
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for pools, fences, and exterior modifications
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
Walker Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Rowe Middle
๐Ÿ“š High School
Cypress Park High
๐ŸŒ Enroll Online
cfisd.net/enrollment
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
hcad.org/homestead
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Bridgeland on Bridgeland Creek Pkwy (2.3 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 hcad.org/homestead 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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