Sierra Vista
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โ˜… Award WinnerTX-288 ยท Iowa Colony

Sierra Vista

by Land Tejas / Starwood Land ยท 2,000 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.42%
Starting From
$260K
True Monthly
$2,472P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Alvin ISD

Sierra Vista is a 2,000-acre master-planned community in Iowa Colony, TX along the fast-growing TX-288 corridor in Brazoria County, developed by Land Tejas and Starwood Land. Sharing world-class amenities with adjacent sister master plan Sterling Lakes, Sierra Vista is anchored by a 4-acre Crystal Clear Lagoon featuring white sand beaches, kayak rentals, a heated family pool, splash pad, and the Island Bar & Grill. Residents enjoy gated community enclaves, fiber-to-the-home connectivity, and on-site Alvin ISD schools.

ISDAlvin ISD
ElementaryMeridiana Elementary / Sanchez Elementary
MiddleJackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
High SchoolIowa Colony High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
LakeCrystal LagoonTrailsFitnessPool
โ€”4-acre Crystal Clear Lagoon & white sand beach
โ€”Island Bar & Grill with outdoor cabanas
โ€”heated family resort pool & splash pad
โ€”gated security enclaves
โ€”clubhouse & 24-hour fitness center
โ€”kayak, paddleboard & water sport rentals
Total Tax Rate3.42%
MUD Tax Rate1.25%
Annual HOA$1,420/yr
Starting Price$260,000
HOA / Month$118/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 (1.25%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops โ€” potentially saving $292/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictBrazoria County MUD 31 / MUD 32
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness15 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

โ˜…
Best Community Amenity Feature
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) ยท 2021

Recognized for pioneering crystal clear lagoon living with white sand beaches in the south Houston corridor.

DeveloperLand Tejas / Starwood Land
Total Acreage2,000 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorTX-288
CountyBrazoria
School DistrictAlvin ISD
ElementaryMeridiana Elementary / Sanchez Elementary
Middle SchoolJackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
High SchoolIowa Colony High School
Annual HOA$1,420/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.25%
Total Tax Rate3.42%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineBrazoria Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท Sierra Vista

Tax Rate: 3.42%HOA: $1,420/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$2,549/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$92/mo
$260,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,498
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$649
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$163
HOA Dues$118
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$121
Est. Cash to Close$31,850
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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Tech & Connectivity

Sierra Vista โ€” Internet & Security

๐Ÿ  HOA-Included Internet
๐ŸŒ EnTouch SystemsIncluded with HOA
Gigabit Fiber Internet & Security Bundle
Included in community association dues ยท crystal lagoon access enclave
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included
๐Ÿ“ถ Optional Upgrade Providers
Automated Home Protection

Compare Vivint, ADT, and SimpliSafe โ€” all offer professional monitoring with smart home integration. New construction buyers qualify for the best introductory rates.

Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Sierra Vista 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

โšก
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 X (Minimal)โœ… Harvey 2017: No๐Ÿ  Flood Insurance Required: No

Engineered 4-acre crystal lagoon and interconnected detention lakes with elevated pad grading ensure minimal flood risk.

View FEMA Flood Map โ†’
๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via TX-288 Toll Road ยท Est. $5-9/day daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
42-55 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
24-32 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
30-40 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
50-60 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (4.5 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Marketplace Pearland (8.2 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Wholesale Pearland on Hwy 288 (8.5 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Pearland on Business Center Dr (8.8 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Manvel (4.2 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterPearland Town Center (8.0 mi)
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Sierra Vista

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Sierra Vista
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Brazoria County MUD #31 / #32 (Sierra Vista & Sterling Lakes) 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
Rosharon Post Office, 18014 FM 521 Rd, Rosharon TX 77583
(281) 595-3331
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
Sierra Vista Community Association โ€” Crest Management
sierravistatx.com/residents
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for pools, fences, solar panels, and exterior modifications
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Alvin ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
Meridiana Elementary / Sanchez Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Jackie Doucet Caffey Junior High
๐Ÿ“š High School
Iowa Colony High School
๐ŸŒ Enroll Online
alvinisd.net/enrollment
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
bbrazoriacad.org
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Manvel on Hwy 6 (4.5 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 bbrazoriacad.org 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
๐Ÿ“‹ Want the full printable version?
The Move-In Concierge flyer includes QR codes, your rep contact info, and fits on one printed page.
Open Full Flyer & Print โ†’
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