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Colton vs Dellrose
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Colton 3—2 Dellrose
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Colton 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
3.0808%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.51%
$300,000
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$2,764/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,908/mo
$1,440/yr
Annual HOA
$1,025/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10✓ Higher
School Rating
6/10
Magnolia ISD
School District
Waller ISD
Magnolia West High School
High School
Waller HS
🏊 Amenities
✗ ColtonLagoonDellrose ✗
✗ ColtonLakeDellrose ✓
✓ ColtonTrailsDellrose ✓
✓ ColtonFitnessDellrose ✗
💧 MUD Water Quality
11 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
23 GPG
Colton MUD No. 2
MUD District
Harris County MUD 319
🏗 Active Builders
Colton
Beazer HomesCoventry HomesDavid Weekley HomesDrees Custom HomesHighland HomesPerry HomesWestin Homes
Dellrose
Ashton WoodsChesmar HomesCoventry HomesEmpire CommunitiesLennarPlantation Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Colton vs. Dellrose
Which has a lower property tax rate, Colton or Dellrose?
Colton offers a lower total property tax rate (3.08%) than Dellrose (3.51%), saving approximately 0.43% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Colton and Dellrose?
Colton is zoned to Magnolia ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Dellrose is zoned to Waller ISD (GreatSchools rating: 6/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Colton and Dellrose?
Homes in Colton start from approximately $300K, while homes in Dellrose start from approximately $240K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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