What is the total property tax and MUD rate in Pomona?

The total property tax rate in Pomona (Manvel, TX) is 3.10%, which includes a MUD tax rate of 1.19%. Annual HOA dues are approximately $1,375/year.

What school district serves Pomona and what are the zoned schools?

Pomona is zoned to Alvin ISD (8/10). Assigned schools include Pomona Elementary, Rodeo Palms Junior High, and Manvel High School.

What water district (MUD) and utilities service Pomona?

Pomona is serviced by Brazoria County MUD 39 with a water source of Groundwater. Water hardness is rated at 15 GPG.

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Pomona

by Hillwood Communities · 1,000 acres

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Total Tax Rate

3.1%

Starting From

$400K

True Monthly

$3,645P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.

School District

Alvin ISD

Pomona is a 1,000-acre master-planned community in Manvel designed to blend modern living with natural surroundings along Mustang Bayou. Anchored by Camp Pomona, residents access resort pools, a fitness center, Fish Camp fishing pier, and over 300 acres of open green spaces and wetlands. Zoned to Alvin ISD with an on-site elementary school, Pomona fosters a close-knit community spirit with robust lifestyle programming.

🎓 Schools

ISDAlvin ISD

ElementaryPomona Elementary

MiddleRodeo Palms Junior High

High SchoolManvel High School

Rating8/10

Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026

🌿 Amenities

LakeTrailsFitnessPool

—Camp Pomona

—resort-style pool

—Fish Camp fishing pier

—fitness center

—300 acres of green space & Mustang Bayou

—The Backyard outdoor recreation area

—walking trails

—playgrounds

💰 Total Financials

Total Tax Rate3.1%

MUD Tax Rate1.19%

Annual HOA$1,375/yr

Starting Price$400,000

HOA / Month$115/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 (1.19%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $278/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)

Base rate (after MUD payoff)

💧 MUD Water Quality

DistrictBrazoria County MUD 39

TCEQ Status✓ Compliant

Water Hardness15 GPG Hard

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🏆 Awards & Recognition

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Master-Planned Community of the Year

GHBA (Greater Houston Builders Association) · 2022

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

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Master-Planned Community of the Year

GHBA (Greater Houston Builders Association) · 2023

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

📋 Community At a Glance

DeveloperHillwood Communities

Total Acreage1,000 acres

Status🟢 Active New Construction

CorridorTX-288

CountyBrazoria

School DistrictAlvin ISD

ElementaryPomona Elementary

Middle SchoolRodeo Palms Junior High

High SchoolManvel High School

Annual HOA$1,375/yr

MUD Tax Rate1.19%

Total Tax Rate3.1%

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Tax Rate: 3.1%HOA: $1,375/yrHomestead Active ✓

Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket

$3,797/mo

Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA

🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$92/mo

Home Purchase Price

$400,000

$250K$850K$1.5M+

Financing Structure

Interest Rate (APR)

Principal & Interest$2,305

Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$942

Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$250

HOA Dues$115

Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$186

Est. Cash to Close$49,000

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Tech & Connectivity

Pomona — Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet · Manvel

🔵 AT&T FiberPrimary

Up to 5 Gig

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Up to 1.2 Gig

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🌊 Flood Zone & Drainage

Zone X✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: No

Built along Mustang Bayou with over 300 acres of open space, lakes, and oversized detention basins keeping homesites safely elevated.

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🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)

via TX-288 Express Toll Lanes · Est. $4-8/day daily toll

🏢 Energy Corridor

40-50 min

🏥 Medical Center

20-30 min

🌆 Downtown Houston

25-35 min

✈️ IAH Airport

45-55 min

🛒 Grocery & Retail

🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (1.5 mi)

🛒 KrogerKroger Pearland on W Broadway St (6.5 mi)

🏪 CostcoCostco Pearland on Business Center Dr (1.2 mi)

🎯 TargetTarget Pearland on Silverlake Village St (4.1 mi)

🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter Pearland on Broadway St (5.3 mi)

🏘 Town CenterPearland Town Center (2.0 mi)

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Pomona Community Tour — Manvel, TX

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⚡ Utilities Setup

💧 Water & Sewer

Brazoria County MUD #39 / #40 — Inframark (832) 467-1599

🗑️ Trash Pickup

Texas Pride Disposal (281) 342-8178 — 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

FirstService Residential

pomona.connectresident.com

⚠️ ARC Rule

ARC approval required for exterior modifications, fencing, pools, and landscaping changes

🏫 Schools & Anchors

🎓 ISD

Alvin ISD

📚 Elementary

Pomona Elementary

📚 Middle School

Rodeo Palms Junior High

📚 High School

Manvel High School

🌐 Enroll Online

alvinisd.net/enrollment

🏛️ Homestead Exemption

brazoriacad.org/residence-homestead-exemptions

🛒 Nearest H-E-B

H-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (1.5 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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