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Caldwell Ranch vs Elyson
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Caldwell 4—0 Elyson
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Caldwell Ranch wins on 4 of 5 metrics
Based on tax rate, starting price, school rating, HOA, and water quality. Individual priorities vary — use the calculator to run your specific numbers.
💰 Financial Comparison
3.3%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.32%
$299,500✓ Lower
Starting Price
$300,000
$2,764/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,817/mo
$950/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,464/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Fort Bend ISD
School District
Katy ISD
Almeta Crawford High School
High School
Paetow High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ CaldwellLagoonElyson ✗
✓ CaldwellLakeElyson ✓
✓ CaldwellTrailsElyson ✓
✗ CaldwellFitnessElyson ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
14 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
20 GPG
Brazoria-Fort Bend Counties MUD 3
MUD District
Harris County MUD 534
🏗 Active Builders
Caldwell Ranch
D.R. Horton
Elyson
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesHighland HomesToll BrothersChesmar HomesNewmark HomesBeazer HomesBrookfield Residential
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Caldwell Ranch vs. Elyson
Which has a lower property tax rate, Caldwell Ranch or Elyson?
Caldwell Ranch offers a lower total property tax rate (3.30%) than Elyson (3.32%), saving approximately 0.02% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Caldwell Ranch and Elyson?
Caldwell Ranch is zoned to Fort Bend ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Elyson is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Caldwell Ranch and Elyson?
Homes in Caldwell Ranch start from approximately $300K, while homes in Elyson start from approximately $300K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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