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Elyson vs Woodson's Reserve
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Elyson 1—3 Woodson's
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Woodson's Reserve 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
2.8%✓ Lower
$300,000✓ Lower
Starting Price
$400,000
$2,817/mo
True Monthly Cost
$3,561/mo
$1,464/yr
Annual HOA
$1,395/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Katy ISD
School District
Conroe ISD
Paetow High School
High School
Grand Oaks High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ElysonLagoonWoodson's ✗
✓ ElysonLakeWoodson's ✓
✓ ElysonTrailsWoodson's ✓
✓ ElysonFitnessWoodson's ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
20 GPG
Hardness
12 GPG✓ Softer
Harris County MUD 534
MUD District
Montgomery County MUD 105
🏗 Active Builders
Elyson
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesHighland HomesToll BrothersChesmar HomesNewmark HomesBeazer HomesBrookfield Residential
Woodson's Reserve
Toll BrothersTri Pointe HomesChesmar HomesPerry Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Elyson vs. Woodson's Reserve
Which has a lower property tax rate, Elyson or Woodson's Reserve?
Woodson's Reserve offers a lower total property tax rate (2.80%) than Elyson (3.32%), saving approximately 0.52% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Elyson and Woodson's Reserve?
Elyson is zoned to Katy ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Woodson's Reserve is zoned to Conroe ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Elyson and Woodson's Reserve?
Homes in Elyson start from approximately $300K, while homes in Woodson's Reserve start from approximately $450K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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