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Elyson vs Sienna
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Elyson 1—3 Sienna
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Sienna 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
3.32%
Total Tax Rate
2.9%✓ Lower
$300,000
Starting Price
$280,000✓ Lower
$2,817/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,563/mo
$1,464/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,580/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Katy ISD
School District
Fort Bend ISD
Paetow High School
High School
Ridge Point High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ElysonLagoonSienna ✗
✓ ElysonLakeSienna ✓
✓ ElysonTrailsSienna ✓
✓ ElysonFitnessSienna ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
20 GPG
Hardness
14 GPG✓ Softer
Harris County MUD 534
MUD District
Sienna MUDs
🏗 Active Builders
Elyson
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesHighland HomesToll BrothersChesmar HomesNewmark HomesBeazer HomesBrookfield Residential
Sienna
Chesmar HomesBeazer HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesToll BrothersWestin HomesJ. Patrick HomesPartners in Building
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Elyson vs. Sienna
Which has a lower property tax rate, Elyson or Sienna?
Sienna offers a lower total property tax rate (2.90%) than Elyson (3.32%), saving approximately 0.42% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Elyson and Sienna?
Elyson is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Sienna is zoned to Fort Bend ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Elyson and Sienna?
Homes in Elyson start from approximately $300K, while homes in Sienna start from approximately $280K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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