Woodforest
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โ˜… Award WinnerI-45 ยท Montgomery

Woodforest

by Johnson Development ยท 3,000 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
2.9%
Starting From
$300K
True Monthly
$2,701P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Conroe ISD / Montgomery ISDDual ISD Split

Spanning 3,000 acres of rolling, heavily wooded terrain in Montgomery, Woodforest offers an active resort-style lifestyle just minutes from Lake Conroe. The community features 27 holes of championship golf at Woodforest Golf Club and extensive recreational hubs like the 16-acre Forest Island aquatics center. Neighborhood parks, miles of scenic trails, and bustling retail at Pine Market complete this premier destination.

ISDConroe ISD / Montgomery ISD
ElementaryStewart Elementary
MiddlePeet Junior High
High SchoolConroe High School
Rating8/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
TrailsFitnessPool
โ€”Woodforest Golf Club
โ€”Forest Island aquatics center
โ€”resort-style pool
โ€”water slides
โ€”tennis and pickleball courts
โ€”hike and bike trails
โ€”Pine Market shopping
โ€”dog park
Total Tax Rate2.9%
MUD Tax Rate0.77%
Annual HOA$1,150/yr
Starting Price$300,000
HOA / Month$96/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 (0.77%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops โ€” potentially saving $180/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictMontgomery County MUD 113
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness11 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

โ˜…
Best Overall Community (More Than 600 Acres)
Texas Association of Builders (TAB) Star Awards ยท 2024

Honored as Community of the Year by Texas Association of Builders (TAB) Star Awards for excellence in comprehensive land planning, neighborhood execution, and community lifestyle.

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Houston's Best PRISM Awards
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) ยท 2013

Prestigious industry honor awarded by Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) recognizing superior master-planned development and homebuilding standards.

DeveloperJohnson Development
Total Acreage3,000 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorI-45
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictConroe ISD / Montgomery ISD
ElementaryStewart Elementary
Middle SchoolPeet Junior High
High SchoolConroe High School
Annual HOA$1,150/yr
MUD Tax Rate0.77%
Total Tax Rate2.9%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท Woodforest

Tax Rate: 2.9%HOA: $1,150/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$2,776/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$100/mo
$300,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$1,729
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$625
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$188
HOA Dues$96
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$140
Est. Cash to Close$36,750
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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Tech & Connectivity

Woodforest โ€” Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet ยท Montgomery
๐Ÿ”ต AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
Check AT&T Fiber in Montgomery โ†’
๐ŸŸ  Consolidated CommunicationsAlso Available
Up to 1 Gig
Check Xfinity in Montgomery โ†’

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Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Woodforest 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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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

Extensive network of internal detention ponds and graded drainage systems mitigates flood risks.

View FEMA Flood Map โ†’
๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via Grand Parkway 99 ยท Est. $4-8/day daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
50-60 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
60-75 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
50-60 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
30-40 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Magnolia on FM 1488 (5.8 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Conroe on Loop 336 (6.0 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Conroe on Highway 242 (11.4 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Westwood Village Magnolia (4.5 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Montgomery (5.1 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterPine Market (In Community)
๐Ÿ“น Community Video Tour
Woodforest Community Tour โ€” Montgomery, TX
via Chase Giles - The Woodlands Realty ยท YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Woodforest

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Woodforest
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Montgomery County MUD #113 / #121 โ€” Inframark (832) 467-1599
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Trash Pickup
Waste Management (713) 999-3128 โ€” Friday 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
Montgomery Annex Post Office, 21359 Eva St, Montgomery TX 77356
(936) 597-4222
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
FirstService Residential
woodforest.connectresident.com
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval required for buildings, hardscape, additions, landscaping, grading, and drainage modifications
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Conroe ISD / Montgomery ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
Stewart Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Peet Junior High
๐Ÿ“š High School
Conroe High School
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Magnolia on FM 1488 (5.8 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-exemptions 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?
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