Which community has a lower tax rate, Aliana or The Groves?

Aliana's effective total tax rate is 2.8%, while The Groves's effective tax rate is 3.15%. MUD tax rates vary by section depending on bond payoff schedules.

What school districts serve Aliana vs The Groves?

Aliana is served by Fort Bend ISD, whereas The Groves is served by Humble ISD.

How do starting home prices compare between Aliana and The Groves?

Aliana homes start from $300K, while The Groves homes start from $300K.

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South / Fort Bend

Aliana

Richmond, TX · Fort Bend ISD

From $300K$2,940/mo true

NE / Lake Houston

Vector	Aliana	The Groves
Corridor Region	South & Fort Bend	Northeast & Lake Houston
City / Municipality	Richmond, TX	Humble, TX
Effective Total Tax Rate	2.8%	3.15%
MUD Tax Rate	Pending County Audit	Pending County Audit
School District (ISD)	Fort Bend ISD (Split Boundary)	Humble ISD
Annual HOA Dues	$1,300/yr	$1,090/yr
Starting Home Price	$300K	$300K
Est. True Monthly Cost	$2,940/mo	$2,680/mo
Developer	Aliana Development Company	Crescent Communities
County	Fort Bend County	Harris County
Lot Sizes	50-80′	35–60′

When choosing between Aliana and The Groves, looking solely at starting prices is a mistake. A home in Aliana with an effective tax rate of 2.8% can produce a very different monthly payment stack compared to The Groves at 3.15%. Always evaluate the complete payment stack (P&I + MUD tax + HOA + Insurance) before placing earnest money.

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