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US-59 · New Caney

Tavola

by Friendswood Development Company · 1,560 acres

📋 Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.31%
Starting From
$210K
True Monthly
$1,947P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
New Caney ISD

Tavola is a tranquil 1,560-acre master-planned community in New Caney, Texas, set amid heavily wooded terrain along the I-69 corridor. Designed with nature in mind, it features over 130 acres of preserved forestland, greenbelt trails, and picturesque amenity lakes. Families thrive with an on-site elementary school, a recreation center with a resort pool, soccer fields, and a unique zip line park.

🎓 Schools
ISDNew Caney ISD
ElementaryTavola Elementary School
MiddleKeefer Crossing Middle School
High SchoolNew Caney High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026
🌿 Amenities
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
—resort-style pool
—recreation center
—wooded greenbelt trails
—zip line park
—community soccer fields
—pocket parks
—amenity lakes
—clubhouse
💰 Total Financials
Total Tax Rate3.31%
MUD Tax Rate1.17%
Annual HOA$750/yr
Starting Price$210,000
HOA / Month$63/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 (1.17%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $273/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
💧 MUD Water Quality
DistrictEast Montgomery County MUD 6
TCEQ Status✓ Compliant
Water Hardness14 GPG Hard

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🏆 Awards & Recognition
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Best Community Over 600 Acres
Texas Association of Builders (Texas Star Awards) · 2016

Awarded Best Community Over 600 Acres by Texas Association of Builders (Texas Star Awards) in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

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Best Community Event of Year Developer
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA PRISM Awards) · 2021

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

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Best Landscaping
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2018

Awarded Best Landscaping by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

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Best Community Event
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) · 2018

Recognized by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) for innovative resident lifestyle programming, community social events, and neighborhood engagement.

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Digital Community Tour Experience
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA PRISM Awards) · 2021

Celebrated by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA PRISM Awards) for excellence in residential marketing, visitor experience, and presentation design.

📋 Community At a Glance
DeveloperFriendswood Development Company
Total Acreage1,560 acres
Status🟢 Active New Construction
CorridorUS-59
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictNew Caney ISD
ElementaryTavola Elementary School
Middle SchoolKeefer Crossing Middle School
High SchoolNew Caney High School
Annual HOA$750/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.17%
Total Tax Rate3.31%
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★ True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator · Tavola

Tax Rate: 3.31%HOA: $750/yrHomestead Active ✓
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$1,983/mo
Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$98/mo
$210,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
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Principal & Interest$1,210
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$481
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$131
HOA Dues$63
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$98
Est. Cash to Close$25,725
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Tech & Connectivity

Tavola — Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet · New Caney
🔵 AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
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🟠 XfinityAlso Available
Up to 1.2 Gig
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🌊 Flood Zone & Drainage
Mixed (X/AE)✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: Partial (some lots)

Engineered with community detention ponds and elevated pads to prevent structural flooding.

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🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Grand Parkway 99 · Est. $4-8/day daily toll
🏢 Energy Corridor
45-55 min
🏥 Medical Center
50-60 min
🌆 Downtown Houston
40-50 min
✈️ IAH Airport
20-25 min
🛒 Grocery & Retail
🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Kingwood on Kingwood Dr (10.9 mi)
🛒 KrogerKroger Marketplace New Caney on Market Place Dr (3.1 mi)
🏪 CostcoCostco Humble on Townsen Blvd (6.8 mi)
🎯 TargetTarget New Caney on Market Place Dr (5.5 mi)
🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter New Caney on US Hwy 59 (2.5 mi)
🏘 Town CenterValley Ranch Town Center (3.5 mi)
📹 Community Video Tour
Tavola Community Tour — New Caney, TX
via Lennar Houston · YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Tavola

📋 Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Tavola
🖨️ Open & Print Full Flyer →
⚡ Utilities Setup
💧 Water & Sewer
East Montgomery County MUD #6 / #7 / Tavola — Inframark (832) 467-1599
🗑️ Trash Pickup
Waste Management (713) 999-3128 — 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
New Caney Post Office, 20811 US Hwy 59, New Caney TX 77357
(281) 399-1190
🔑 Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
🏢 HOA Management
Inframark
inframark.com/customer-portal
⚠️ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for pools, fences, and exterior modifications
🏫 Schools & Anchors
🎓 ISD
New Caney ISD
📚 Elementary
Tavola Elementary School
📚 Middle School
Keefer Crossing Middle School
📚 High School
New Caney High School
🏛️ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions
🛒 Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Kingwood on Kingwood Dr (10.9 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 mcad-tx.org/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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