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Fall Creek vs Shadow Creek Ranch
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Fall 1—3 Shadow
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Shadow Creek Ranch 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
2.2%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
2.58%
$350,000
Starting Price
$340,000✓ Lower
$2,965/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,959/mo
$1,190/yr
Annual HOA
$995/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Humble ISD
School District
Alvin ISD
Summer Creek High School
High School
Shadow Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
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💧 MUD Water Quality
17 GPG
Hardness
14 GPG✓ Softer
Harris County WCID 96
MUD District
Brazoria County MUD 2 & MUD 3
🏗 Active Builders
Fall Creek
Resale Homes Only
Shadow Creek Ranch
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesAshton WoodsVillage BuildersMeritage Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Fall Creek vs. Shadow Creek Ranch
Which has a lower property tax rate, Fall Creek or Shadow Creek Ranch?
Fall Creek offers a lower total property tax rate (2.20%) than Shadow Creek Ranch (2.58%), saving approximately 0.38% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Fall Creek and Shadow Creek Ranch?
Fall Creek is zoned to Humble 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 Fall Creek and Shadow Creek Ranch?
Homes in Fall Creek start from approximately $350K, 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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