Woodtrace
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โ˜… Award WinnerSH-249 ยท Pinehurst

Woodtrace

by Friendswood Development Company ยท 500 acres

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Flyer
Total Tax Rate
3.12%
Starting From
$425K
True Monthly
$3,861P&I + Tax + HOA + Ins.
School District
Tomball ISD

Woodtrace is a private, gated master-planned community nestled among towering pine and hardwood trees in Pinehurst / Tomball, TX along the SH-249 Aggie Expressway. Developed by Friendswood Development Company, Woodtrace centers around a private 23-acre spring-fed recreation lake with kayak dock, a lakeside clubhouse with resort-style pool, miles of wooded greenbelt trails, and a Central Park. Offering high-end new construction and gated peace of mind, students attend acclaimed Tomball ISD campuses.

ISDTomball ISD
ElementaryDecker Prairie Elementary
MiddleTomball Junior High / Grand Lakes Junior High
High SchoolTomball High School
Rating9/10
Source:GreatSchools+TEAยท Updated 2025โ€“2026
LakeTrailsFitnessPool
โ€”private 24-hour guarded gated entry
โ€”23-acre spring-fed Lake Woodtrace with fishing dock & kayak launch
โ€”Central Park recreation center & clubhouse
โ€”resort-style swimming pool & splash pad
โ€”miles of wooded nature & greenbelt trails
โ€”direct access to SH-249 Aggie Expressway
Total Tax Rate3.12%
MUD Tax Rate0.98%
Annual HOA$1,250/yr
Starting Price$425,000
HOA / Month$104/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 (0.98%) funds infrastructure bonds that are paid off over ~25 years. As bonds retire, your effective tax rate drops โ€” potentially saving $229/mo by year 25.

Total rate (incl. MUD)
Base rate (after MUD payoff)
DistrictMontgomery County MUD 112
TCEQ Statusโœ“ Compliant
Water Hardness11 GPG Hard

โš  Hard water detected. Protect your plumbing and appliances.

โ˜…
Houston Best Gated Community
Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) ยท 2016

Awarded by GHBA for exceptional gated master planning, wooded nature preservation, and private recreation lake design.

DeveloperFriendswood Development Company
Total Acreage500 acres
Status๐ŸŸข Active New Construction
CorridorSH-249
CountyMontgomery
School DistrictTomball ISD
ElementaryDecker Prairie Elementary
Middle SchoolTomball Junior High / Grand Lakes Junior High
High SchoolTomball High School
Annual HOA$1,250/yr
MUD Tax Rate0.98%
Total Tax Rate3.12%
โ˜… True Cost Payment EngineMontgomery Co. CAD

Monthly Payment Simulator ยท Woodtrace

Tax Rate: 3.12%HOA: $1,250/yrHomestead Active โœ“
Estimated True Monthly Out-of-Pocket
$4,018/mo
Conv 10% ยท 6.625% APR ยท P&I + Tax + Ins + HOA
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TX Homestead Exemption appliedSaves ~$104/mo
$425,000
$250K$850K$1.5M+
%
Principal & Interest$2,449
Property Taxes (w/ Homestead)$1,001
Homeowners Insurance (est. 0.75%/yr)$266
HOA Dues$104
Private Mortgage Ins. (PMI)$198
Est. Cash to Close$52,063
๐Ÿ“Š Customize in Full True Cost Calculator โ†’
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Tech & Connectivity

Woodtrace โ€” Internet & Security

High-Speed Internet ยท Pinehurst
๐Ÿ”ต AT&T FiberPrimary
Up to 5 Gig
Check AT&T Fiber in Pinehurst โ†’
๐ŸŸ  XfinityAlso Available
Up to 1.2 Gig
Check Xfinity in Pinehurst โ†’

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Outfit Your Kitchen

New construction homes in Woodtrace 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 X (Minimal)โœ… Harvey 2017: No๐Ÿ  Flood Insurance Required: No

High-elevation rolling terrain with a 23-acre spring-fed lake and deep wooded gullies providing rapid natural stormwater runoff.

View FEMA Flood Map โ†’
๐Ÿš— Commute Times (Rush Hour)
via SH-249 Aggie Expressway / Grand Parkway 99 ยท Est. $4-7/day daily toll
๐Ÿข Energy Corridor
35-45 min
๐Ÿฅ Medical Center
50-65 min
๐ŸŒ† Downtown Houston
40-52 min
โœˆ๏ธ IAH Airport
35-45 min
๐Ÿ›’ Grocery & Retail
๐Ÿ›’ H-E-BH-E-B Magnolia on FM 1488 (5.2 mi)
๐Ÿ›’ KrogerKroger Marketplace on Spring Cypress Rd (7.5 mi)
๐Ÿช CostcoCostco Wholesale The Woodlands (16.0 mi)
๐ŸŽฏ TargetTarget Tomball on SH-249 (6.8 mi)
๐Ÿฌ WalmartWalmart Supercenter Tomball on SH-249 (6.2 mi)
๐Ÿ˜ Town CenterTomball Historic Town Center (5.5 mi)
Frequently Asked Questions

Buyer Guide: Woodtrace

๐Ÿ“‹ Move-In Concierge
Your Day-1 Setup Guide
Utilities, HOA, schools, and move-in essentials for Woodtrace
๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ Open & Print Full Flyer โ†’
โšก Utilities Setup
๐Ÿ’ง Water & Sewer
Montgomery County MUD #112 / Woodtrace โ€” Municipal Operations & Consulting (281) 367-5511
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Trash Pickup
Best Trash (281) 313-2378 โ€” Tuesday & 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
Pinehurst Post Office, 35715 State Hwy 249, Pinehurst TX 77362
(281) 356-8291
๐Ÿ”‘ Key Pickup Docs
Photo ID + Closing Disclosure (CD) required for mailbox key pickup
๐Ÿข HOA Management
Woodtrace Community Association โ€” Spectrum Association Management
spectrumam.com/homeowners
โš ๏ธ ARC Rule
ARC approval strictly required for all exterior changes, gated enclave access fobs, and swimming pool construction
๐Ÿซ Schools & Anchors
๐ŸŽ“ ISD
Tomball ISD
๐Ÿ“š Elementary
Decker Prairie Elementary
๐Ÿ“š Middle School
Tomball Junior High / Grand Lakes Junior High
๐Ÿ“š High School
Tomball High School
๐ŸŒ Enroll Online
tomballisd.net/enrollment
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Homestead Exemption
mcad-tx.org/homestead-exemptions
๐Ÿ›’ Nearest H-E-B
H-E-B Magnolia on FM 1488 (5.2 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
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