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Elyson vs Meridiana
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Elyson 0—4 Meridiana
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Meridiana wins on 4 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
3.32%
Total Tax Rate
3.22%✓ Lower
$300,000
Starting Price
$260,000✓ Lower
$2,817/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,428/mo
$1,464/yr
Annual HOA
$1,330/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Katy ISD
School District
Alvin ISD
Paetow High School
High School
Iowa Colony High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ElysonLagoonMeridiana ✗
✓ ElysonLakeMeridiana ✓
✓ ElysonTrailsMeridiana ✓
✓ ElysonFitnessMeridiana ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
20 GPG
Hardness
16 GPG✓ Softer
Harris County MUD 534
MUD District
Brazoria County MUD 31
🏗 Active Builders
Elyson
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesHighland HomesToll BrothersChesmar HomesNewmark HomesBeazer HomesBrookfield Residential
Meridiana
Chesmar HomesImagination HomesBeazer HomesHighland HomesNewmark HomesDavid Weekley HomesPerry HomesWestin HomesShea HomesDrees Custom Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Elyson vs. Meridiana
Which has a lower property tax rate, Elyson or Meridiana?
Meridiana offers a lower total property tax rate (3.22%) than Elyson (3.32%), saving approximately 0.10% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Elyson and Meridiana?
Elyson is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Meridiana is zoned to Alvin ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Elyson and Meridiana?
Homes in Elyson start from approximately $300K, while homes in Meridiana start from approximately $260K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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