The Woodlands Hills
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I-45 ยท Willis

The Woodlands Hills

by Howard Hughes ยท 2,000 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.32%
Starting From
$200K
True Monthly
$1,880P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Willis ISD

Nestled in the forested landscapes of Conroe and Willis, The Woodlands Hills is a 2,000-acre nature-focused master-planned community developed by Howard Hughes. At its core is the signature 17-acre Founders Park, home to a 10,600-square-foot activity center, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort pool, and lazy river. Designed for wellness and connection, the neighborhood includes 112 acres of open space, 20 planned parks, and miles of dedicated trails.

ISDWillis ISD
ElementaryW. Lloyd Meador Elementary
MiddleRobert P. Brabham Middle School
High SchoolWillis High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
TrailsFitnessPool
โ€”Founders Park
โ€”10,600 sq ft Activity Center
โ€”fitness center
โ€”resort pool
โ€”lazy river
โ€”dog park
โ€”tennis courts
โ€”hiking and biking trails
โ€”spraygrounds
Total Tax Rate3.32%
MUD Tax Rate1.07%
Annual HOA$1,005/yr
Starting Price$200,000
HOA / Month$84/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 (1.07%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops โ€” potentially saving $250/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictMontgomery County MUD 128A
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness12 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

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Best Special Promotion
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) ยท 2021

Awarded Best Special Promotion by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

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Lifestyle Director of the Year
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) ยท 2021

Recognized by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for innovative resident lifestyle programming, community social events, and neighborhood engagement.

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Master Planned Community Landscape Design of the Year
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) ยท 2020

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

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Quality Planned Development
West Houston Association and North Houston Association ยท 2021

Prestigious industry honor awarded by West Houston Association and North Houston Association recognizing superior master-planned development and homebuilding standards.

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Parks and Natural Areas Award
Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) ยท 2020

Awarded Parks and Natural Areas Award by Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

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Gold Award for Integrated Marketing
MarCom Awards ยท 2020

Awarded Gold Award for Integrated Marketing by MarCom Awards in recognition of outstanding achievement in residential community development.

DeveloperHoward Hughes
Total Acreage2,000 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorI-45
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictWillis ISD
ElementaryW. Lloyd Meador Elementary
Middle SchoolRobert P. Brabham Middle School
High SchoolWillis High School
Annual HOA$1,005/yr
MUD Tax Rate1.07%
Total Tax Rate3.32%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท The Woodlands Hills

Tax Rate: 3.32%HOA: $1,005/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$1,910/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$98/mo
$200,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,153
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$456
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$125
HOA Dues$84
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$93
Est. Cash to Close$24,500
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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Tech & Connectivity

The Woodlands Hills โ€” Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet ยท Willis
๐Ÿ”ต AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
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๐ŸŸ  XfinityAlso Available
Up to 1.2 Gig
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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 (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 Xโœ… Harvey 2017: No๐Ÿ  Flood Insurance Required: No

Engineered drainage system featuring retention ponds and elevated pads to keep home sites above the floodplain.

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๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via I-45 North ยท Est. N/A if no toll road daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
50-60 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
60-70 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
55-65 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
35-45 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Willis on IH-45 N (1.9 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Willis on Interstate 45 N (1.2 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Conroe on Hwy 242 (11.5 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Conroe on I-45 (6.5 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Conroe on Loop 336 (7.2 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterThe Woodlands Town Center (13 mi)
๐Ÿ“น Community Video Tour
The Woodlands Hills Community Tour
via Living In Houston Texas ยท YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: The Woodlands Hills

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for The Woodlands Hills
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Montgomery County MUD #128 / City of Conroe (936) 522-3170
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Trash Pickup
City of Conroe / Frontier Waste (936) 258-9035 โ€” Curbside trash and recycling pickup
๐Ÿ”ฅ Natural Gas
CenterPoint Energy (800-752-8036)
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
Willis Post Office, 609 N Campbell St, Willis TX 77378
(936) 856-4981
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
Inframark Infrastructure Management Services
thewoodlandshillslife.com
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for pools, fences, and exterior modifications
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Willis ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
W. Lloyd Meador Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Robert P. Brabham Middle School
๐Ÿ“š High School
Willis High School
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Willis on IH-45 N (1.9 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 mcad-tx.org/homestead 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.
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