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Artavia VS Colton

Evaluating true monthly ownership costs, section MUD tax liabilities, school district boundaries, and corridor location.

The Woodlands / North

Artavia

Conroe, TX · Conroe ISD

From $320K$2,820/mo true
VS
The Woodlands / North

Colton

Todd Mission, TX · Magnolia ISD

From $300K$3,040/mo true

Side-by-Side Comparison Vector

CORRIDOR REGION
ArtaviaNorth & The Woodlands
ColtonNorth & The Woodlands
CITY / MUNICIPALITY
ArtaviaConroe, TX
ColtonTodd Mission, TX
EFFECTIVE TOTAL TAX RATE
Artavia3.15%
Colton3.08%
MUD TAX RATE
ArtaviaPending County Audit
ColtonPending County Audit
SCHOOL DISTRICT (ISD)
ArtaviaConroe ISD
ColtonMagnolia ISD
ANNUAL HOA DUES
Artavia$1,280/yr
Colton$1,440/yr
STARTING HOME PRICE
Artavia$320K
Colton$300K
EST. TRUE MONTHLY COST
Artavia$2,820/mo
Colton$3,040/mo
LOT SIZES
Artavia40–70′
Colton45–80′
BC

Brian's Insider Comparison Analysis

New Home Consultant & Buyer Advocate

When choosing between Artavia and Colton, looking solely at starting prices is a mistake. A home in Artavia with an effective tax rate of 3.15% can produce a very different monthly payment stack compared to Colton at 3.08%. Always evaluate the complete payment stack (P&I + MUD tax + HOA + Insurance) before placing earnest money.

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