Spanning over 28,000 acres north of Houston, The Woodlands is a nationally recognized master-planned community seamlessly blending urban amenities with nature. Organized into nine distinct residential villages, it features vibrant commercial districts like The Waterway and Market Street. Residents enjoy an outdoor-centric lifestyle surrounded by thousands of acres of dedicated green space, championship golf courses, and top-rated schools.
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.
The MUD (0.14%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops — potentially saving $33/mo by year 25.
Ranked by Niche as a benchmark residential community for overall quality of life, educational access, and long-term livability.
Ranked by Urban Land Institute (ULI) Houston as a benchmark residential community for overall quality of life, educational access, and long-term livability.
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New construction homes in The Woodlands 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
Natural preservation drainage model utilizing forested retention corridors, 220+ miles of buffer easements, and Bear Branch / Spring Creek detention reservoirs.
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