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Caldwell Ranch vs The Groves
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Caldwell 2—3 The
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The Groves wins on 3 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%
Total Tax Rate
3.08%✓ Lower
$299,500
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$2,764/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,859/mo
$950/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,164/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
9/10✓ Higher
Fort Bend ISD
School District
Humble ISD
Almeta Crawford High School
High School
Summer Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ CaldwellLagoonThe ✗
✓ CaldwellLakeThe ✓
✓ CaldwellTrailsThe ✓
✗ CaldwellFitnessThe ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
14 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
17 GPG
Brazoria-Fort Bend Counties MUD 3
MUD District
Harris County MUD 504
🏗 Active Builders
Caldwell Ranch
D.R. Horton
The Groves
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesChesmar HomesBeazer HomesWestin Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Caldwell Ranch vs. The Groves
Which has a lower property tax rate, Caldwell Ranch or The Groves?
The Groves offers a lower total property tax rate (3.08%) than Caldwell Ranch (3.30%), saving approximately 0.22% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Caldwell Ranch and The Groves?
Caldwell Ranch is zoned to Fort Bend ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while The Groves is zoned to Humble ISD (GreatSchools rating: 9/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Caldwell Ranch and The Groves?
Homes in Caldwell Ranch start from approximately $300K, while homes in The Groves start from approximately $200K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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