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Grand Central Park vs The Groves
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Grand 2—3 The
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The Groves 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
2.7621%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.08%
$400,000
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$3,540/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,859/mo
$1,260/yr
Annual HOA
$1,164/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
6/10
School Rating
9/10✓ Higher
Conroe ISD
School District
Humble ISD
Conroe High School
High School
Summer Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ GrandLagoonThe ✗
✓ GrandLakeThe ✓
✓ GrandTrailsThe ✓
✓ GrandFitnessThe ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
12 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
17 GPG
Conroe MMD No. 1
MUD District
Harris County MUD 504
🏗 Active Builders
Grand Central Park
Perry HomesHighland HomesWestin HomesDavid Weekley HomesCoventry HomesJamestown Estate Homes
The Groves
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesChesmar HomesBeazer HomesWestin Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Grand Central Park vs. The Groves
Which has a lower property tax rate, Grand Central Park or The Groves?
Grand Central Park offers a lower total property tax rate (2.76%) than The Groves (3.08%), saving approximately 0.32% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Grand Central Park and The Groves?
Grand Central Park is zoned to Conroe ISD (GreatSchools rating: 6/10), while The Groves is zoned to Humble ISD (GreatSchools rating: 9/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Grand Central Park and The Groves?
Homes in Grand Central Park start from approximately $320K, while homes in The Groves start from approximately $200K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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