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Colton VS Cross Creek Ranch

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

The Woodlands / North

Colton

Todd Mission, TX · Magnolia ISD

From $300K$3,040/mo true
VS
Katy / Fulshear

Cross Creek Ranch

Fulshear, TX · Lamar CISD / Katy ISD

From $420K$3,670/mo true

Side-by-Side Comparison Vector

CORRIDOR REGION
ColtonNorth & The Woodlands
Cross Creek RanchKaty & Fulshear
CITY / MUNICIPALITY
ColtonTodd Mission, TX
Cross Creek RanchFulshear, TX
EFFECTIVE TOTAL TAX RATE
Colton3.08%
Cross Creek Ranch2.6%
MUD TAX RATE
ColtonPending County Audit
Cross Creek RanchPending County Audit
SCHOOL DISTRICT (ISD)
ColtonMagnolia ISD
Cross Creek RanchLamar CISD / Katy ISD (Split)
ANNUAL HOA DUES
Colton$1,440/yr
Cross Creek Ranch$1,500/yr
STARTING HOME PRICE
Colton$300K
Cross Creek Ranch$420K
EST. TRUE MONTHLY COST
Colton$3,040/mo
Cross Creek Ranch$3,670/mo
LOT SIZES
Colton45–80′
Cross Creek Ranch45–70′
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Brian's Insider Comparison Analysis

New Home Consultant & Buyer Advocate

When choosing between Colton and Cross Creek Ranch, looking solely at starting prices is a mistake. A home in Colton with an effective tax rate of 3.08% can produce a very different monthly payment stack compared to Cross Creek Ranch at 2.6%. Always evaluate the complete payment stack (P&I + MUD tax + HOA + Insurance) before placing earnest money.

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