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Cinco Ranch vs Sierra Vista
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Cinco 3—1 Sierra
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Cinco Ranch 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
2.7%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.42%
$425,000
Starting Price
$260,000✓ Lower
$3,731/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,472/mo
$1,200/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,420/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Katy ISD
School District
Alvin ISD
Cinco Ranch High School
High School
Iowa Colony High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ CincoLagoonSierra ✓
✓ CincoLakeSierra ✓
✓ CincoTrailsSierra ✓
✓ CincoFitnessSierra ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
14 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
15 GPG
Cinco MUD 1
MUD District
Brazoria County MUD 31 / MUD 32
🏗 Active Builders
Cinco Ranch
Resale Homes Only
Sierra Vista
CastleRock CommunitiesLennarWestin HomesDavid Weekley HomesColina Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Cinco Ranch vs. Sierra Vista
Which has a lower property tax rate, Cinco Ranch or Sierra Vista?
Cinco Ranch offers a lower total property tax rate (2.70%) than Sierra Vista (3.42%), saving approximately 0.72% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Cinco Ranch and Sierra Vista?
Cinco Ranch is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Sierra Vista is zoned to Alvin ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Cinco Ranch and Sierra Vista?
Homes in Cinco Ranch start from approximately $425K, while homes in Sierra Vista start from approximately $260K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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