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US-290 · Hockley

The Grand Prairie

by EMBER Real Estate Investment & Development · 1,730 acres

📋 Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.29%
Starting From
$200K
True Monthly
$1,892P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Waller ISD

Nestled in Hockley, Texas, The Grand Prairie is a 1,730-acre master-planned community designed around expansive green spaces and natural Texas scenery. Anchored by the 70-acre Lake Ember and the Sundancer amenity campus, the community promotes an active, outdoors-centric lifestyle. Residents enjoy resort-style pools, scenic overlook spots, miles of nature trails, and vibrant neighborhood parks.

🎓 Schools
ISDWaller ISD
ElementaryI.T. Holleman Elementary
MiddleWaller Junior High
High SchoolWaller High
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEA· Updated 2025–2026
🌿 Amenities
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
—Lake Ember (70-acre lake)
—The Sundancer amenity complex
—The Starlight amenity complex
—resort-style & lap pools
—splash pad
—fitness center & yoga studio
—Luckey Climber playground
—pickleball courts & trails
💰 Total Financials
Total Tax Rate3.29%
MUD Tax Rate1.1%
Annual HOA$1,200/yr
Starting Price$200,000
HOA / Month$100/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 (1.1%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $257/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
💧 MUD Water Quality
DistrictHarris County MUD 576
TCEQ Status✓ Compliant
Water Hardness22 GPG Hard

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🏗️ Active Builders
David Weekley HomesFrom the $300s→
LennarFrom the mid $200s→
Perry HomesFrom the $400s→
Shea HomesFrom the $400s→
Sitterle HomesFrom the $400s→
Village BuildersFrom the $500s→
Westin HomesFrom the $500s→
🏆 Awards & Recognition
★
Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities (Mid-Year 2026)
RCLCO Real Estate Consulting · 2026

Ranked among the nation's top-selling master-planned communities by RCLCO Real Estate Consulting for exceptional buyer demand and new home sales.

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Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities (Full-Year 2025)
John Burns Real Estate Consulting and RCLCO Real Estate Consulting · 2025

Ranked among the nation's top-selling master-planned communities by John Burns Real Estate Consulting and RCLCO Real Estate Consulting for exceptional buyer demand and new home sales.

📋 Community At a Glance
DeveloperEMBER Real Estate Investment & Development
Total Acreage1,730 acres
Status🟢 Active New Construction
CorridorUS-290
CountyHarris
School DistrictWaller ISD
ElementaryI.T. Holleman Elementary
Middle SchoolWaller Junior High
High SchoolWaller High
Annual HOA$1,200/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.1%
Total Tax Rate3.29%
Pre-Closing Checklist for The Grand Prairie Buyers
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★ True Cost Payment EngineHarris Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator · The Grand Prairie

Tax Rate: 3.29%HOA: $1,200/yrHomestead Active ✓
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$1,916/mo
Conv 10% · 6.625% APR · P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
🏛️ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$103/mo
$200,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
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Principal & Interest$1,153
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$445
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$125
HOA Dues$100
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$93
Est. Cash to Close$24,500
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Tech & Connectivity

The Grand Prairie — Internet & Security

🏠 HOA-Included Internet
🌐 Centric FiberIncluded with HOA
Phone, Internet & Cable bundle
Exclusive via CCMC HOA assessment · no outside ISPs available
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included
📶 Optional Upgrade Providers
Automated Home Protection

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

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Samsung Bespoke
Smart Home Suites
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AJ Madison
GE Cafe, Bosch, Thermador
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Wayfair Outdoor
Outdoor Kitchen & Patio
Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in The Grand Prairie 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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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
Zone X✅ Harvey 2017: No🏠 Flood Insurance Required: No

Advanced flood-resilient design featuring retention ponds, natural wetlands, and elevated grading.

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🚗 Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Grand Parkway 99 · Est. $4-8/day daily toll
🏢 Energy Corridor
35-40 min
🏥 Medical Center
50-60 min
🌆 Downtown Houston
40-50 min
✈️ IAH Airport
40-50 min
🛒 Grocery & Retail
🛒 H-E-BH-E-B Cypress on Hwy 290 (6.4 mi)
🛒 KrogerKroger Cypress on Cypresswood Dr (6.9 mi)
🏪 CostcoCostco Cypress on NW Fwy (15.5 mi)
🎯 TargetTarget Cypress on Hwy 290 (6.5 mi)
🏬 WalmartWalmart Supercenter Cypress on Hwy 290 (6.8 mi)
🏘 Town CenterHouston Premium Outlets (3.5 mi)
📹 Community Video Tour
The Grand Prairie Community Tour — Hockley, TX
via Living in Houston Texas · YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: The Grand Prairie

📋 Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for The Grand Prairie
🖨️ Open & Print Full Flyer →
⚡ Utilities Setup
💧 Water & Sewer
Harris County MUD #576 — Inframark (832) 467-1599
🗑️ Trash Pickup
Best Trash — 281-313-2378
🔥 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
Hockley Post Office, 17210 Warren Ranch Rd, Hockley TX 77447
(936) 372-3261
🔑 Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
🏢 HOA Management
CCMC Management
mygrandprairietx.com/login
⚠️ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for exterior modifications, painting, fences, pools, and landscaping improvements
🏫 Schools & Anchors
🎓 ISD
Waller ISD
📚 Elementary
I.T. Holleman Elementary
📚 Middle School
Waller Junior High
📚 High School
Waller High
🏛️ Homestead Exemption
hcad.org/homestead
🛒 Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Cypress on Hwy 290 (6.4 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 hcad.org/homestead 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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