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Colton vs Cross Creek West
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Colton 5—0 Cross
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Colton wins on 5 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
3.0808%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.16%
$300,000✓ Lower
Starting Price
$390,000
$2,764/mo
True Monthly Cost
$3,584/mo
$1,440/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,500/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10✓ Higher
School Rating
7/10
Magnolia ISD
School District
Lamar CISD
Magnolia West High School
High School
Fulshear High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ColtonLagoonCross ✗
✗ ColtonLakeCross ✓
✓ ColtonTrailsCross ✓
✓ ColtonFitnessCross ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
11 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
20 GPG
Colton MUD No. 2
MUD District
Fort Bend MUD 198
🏗 Active Builders
Colton
Beazer HomesCoventry HomesDavid Weekley HomesDrees Custom HomesHighland HomesPerry HomesWestin Homes
Cross Creek West
Perry HomesNewmark HomesWestin HomesCoventry HomesVillage BuildersHighland HomesRavenna Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Colton vs. Cross Creek West
Which has a lower property tax rate, Colton or Cross Creek West?
Colton offers a lower total property tax rate (3.08%) than Cross Creek West (3.16%), saving approximately 0.08% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Colton and Cross Creek West?
Colton is zoned to Magnolia ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Cross Creek West is zoned to Lamar CISD (GreatSchools rating: 7/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Colton and Cross Creek West?
Homes in Colton start from approximately $300K, while homes in Cross Creek West start from approximately $390K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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