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Colton vs Shadow Creek Ranch
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Colton 2—2 Shadow
💰 Financial Comparison
3.0808%
Total Tax Rate
2.58%✓ Lower
$300,000✓ Lower
Starting Price
$340,000
$2,764/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,959/mo
$1,440/yr
Annual HOA
$995/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Magnolia ISD
School District
Alvin ISD
Magnolia West High School
High School
Shadow Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ColtonLagoonShadow ✗
✗ ColtonLakeShadow ✓
✓ ColtonTrailsShadow ✓
✓ ColtonFitnessShadow ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
11 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
14 GPG
Colton MUD No. 2
MUD District
Brazoria County MUD 2 & MUD 3
🏗 Active Builders
Colton
Beazer HomesCoventry HomesDavid Weekley HomesDrees Custom HomesHighland HomesPerry HomesWestin Homes
Shadow Creek Ranch
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesAshton WoodsVillage BuildersMeritage Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Colton vs. Shadow Creek Ranch
Which has a lower property tax rate, Colton or Shadow Creek Ranch?
Shadow Creek Ranch offers a lower total property tax rate (2.58%) than Colton (3.08%), saving approximately 0.50% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Colton and Shadow Creek Ranch?
Colton is zoned to Magnolia ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Shadow Creek Ranch is zoned to Alvin ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Colton and Shadow Creek Ranch?
Homes in Colton start from approximately $300K, while homes in Shadow Creek Ranch start from approximately $340K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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