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Elyson vs Tamarron
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Elyson 0—4 Tamarron
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Tamarron 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
3.17%✓ Lower
$300,000
Starting Price
$260,000✓ Lower
$2,817/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,387/mo
$1,464/yr
Annual HOA
$950/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Katy ISD
School District
Lamar CISD
Paetow High School
High School
Fulshear High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ElysonLagoonTamarron ✗
✓ ElysonLakeTamarron ✓
✓ ElysonTrailsTamarron ✓
✓ ElysonFitnessTamarron ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
20 GPG
Hardness
19 GPG✓ Softer
Harris County MUD 534
MUD District
Fort Bend County MUD 182
🏗 Active Builders
Elyson
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesHighland HomesToll BrothersChesmar HomesNewmark HomesBeazer HomesBrookfield Residential
Tamarron
D.R. Horton
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Elyson vs. Tamarron
Which has a lower property tax rate, Elyson or Tamarron?
Tamarron offers a lower total property tax rate (3.17%) than Elyson (3.32%), saving approximately 0.15% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Elyson and Tamarron?
Elyson is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Tamarron is zoned to Lamar CISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Elyson and Tamarron?
Homes in Elyson start from approximately $300K, while homes in Tamarron start from approximately $260K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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