Meridiana
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TX-288 · Iowa Colony

Meridiana

by Rise Communities · 3,000 acres

📋 Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.22%
Starting From
$260K
True Monthly
$2,428P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Alvin ISD

Located in Iowa Colony along the TX-288 corridor, Meridiana is a 3,000-acre master-planned community known for its resort-style amenities and innovative learning labs. Key attractions include Oasis Village with Café Sol, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and Adventure Cove featuring a tidal lazy river and wave pool. Served by Alvin ISD, Meridiana offers an engaging, family-friendly environment with over 50 miles of paved trails and parks.

ISDAlvin ISD
ElementaryMeridiana Elementary
MiddleJackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
High SchoolIowa Colony High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
—Oasis Village
—Adventure Cove
—tidal lazy river
—wave pool
—Café Sol on-site restaurant
—24/7 fitness center
—50+ miles of paved trails
—learning labs
—food truck park
Total Tax Rate3.22%
MUD Tax Rate0.9%
Annual HOA$1,330/yr
Starting Price$260,000
HOA / Month$111/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 (0.9%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $210/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictBrazoria County MUD 31
TCEQ Status✓ Compliant
Water Hardness16 GPG Hard

⚠ Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

★
Community of the Year
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2017

Honored as Community of the Year by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) for excellence in comprehensive land planning, neighborhood execution, and community lifestyle.

★
Developer 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.

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Community of the Year
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) · 2026

Honored as Community of the Year by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for excellence in comprehensive land planning, neighborhood execution, and community lifestyle.

★
Developer of the Year
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) · 2026

Awarded to the developer by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for premier residential community master planning and development standards.

DeveloperRise Communities
Total Acreage3,000 acres
Status🟢 Active New Construction
CorridorTX-288
CountyBrazoria
School DistrictAlvin ISD
ElementaryMeridiana Elementary
Middle SchoolJackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
High SchoolIowa Colony High School
Annual HOA$1,330/yr
MUD Tax Rate0.9%
Total Tax Rate3.22%
★ True Cost Payment EngineBrazoria Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator · Meridiana

Tax Rate: 3.22%HOA: $1,330/yrHomestead Active ✓
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$2,499/mo
Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$92/mo
$260,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,498
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$606
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$163
HOA Dues$111
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$121
Est. Cash to Close$31,850
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Tech & Connectivity

Meridiana — Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet · Iowa Colony
🔵 AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
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🟠 XfinityAlso Available
Up to 1.2 Gig
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Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Meridiana 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
Mixed (X/AE)✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: Partial (some lots)

Engineered detention ponds and elevated pad sites protect the community well above the 500-year floodplain.

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🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via State Highway 288 · Est. N/A if no toll road daily toll
🏢 Energy Corridor
35-45 min
🏥 Medical Center
25-35 min
🌆 Downtown Houston
30-40 min
✈️ IAH Airport
45-55 min
🛒 Grocery & Retail
🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (2.5 mi)
🛒 KrogerKroger Pearland on Shadow Creek Pkwy (6.8 mi)
🏪 CostcoCostco Pearland on Business Center Dr (7.5 mi)
🎯 TargetTarget Pearland (3045 Silverlake Village St) (7.8 mi)
🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter Pearland (10505 Broadway St) (5.3 mi)
🏘 Town CenterPearland Town Center (10.0 mi)
📹 Community Video Tour
Meridiana Community Tour — Manvel, TX
via Living In Houston Texas · YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Meridiana

📋 Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Meridiana
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⚡ Utilities Setup
💧 Water & Sewer
Brazoria County MUD #31 / #55 (Meridiana) — Inframark (832) 467-1599
🗑️ Trash Pickup
Waste Connections (281) 446-0239 — 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
Manvel Post Office, 6925 Masters Rd, Manvel TX 77578
(281) 489-2861
🔑 Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
🏢 HOA Management
Inframark
home.inframark.com
⚠️ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for pools, fences, landscaping, and exterior modifications
🏫 Schools & Anchors
🎓 ISD
Alvin ISD
📚 Elementary
Meridiana Elementary
📚 Middle School
Jackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
📚 High School
Iowa Colony High School
🌐 Enroll Online
alvinisd.net/enrollment
🛒 Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (2.5 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 brazoriacad.org/residence-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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