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Jordan Ranch vs Miramesa
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Jordan 2—1 Miramesa
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Jordan Ranch wins on 2 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
2.79%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.35%
$300,000
Starting Price
$300,000
$2,685/mo
True Monthly Cost
$2,784/mo
$1,235/yr
Annual HOA
$1,000/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
8/10
Lamar CISD
School District
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
Fulshear High School
High School
Cypress Springs High
🏊 Amenities
✗ JordanLagoonMiramesa ✗
✓ JordanLakeMiramesa ✓
✓ JordanTrailsMiramesa ✓
✓ JordanFitnessMiramesa ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
18 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
19 GPG
Fulshear MUD 3A
MUD District
Harris County MUD 364
🏗 Active Builders
Jordan Ranch
J. Patrick HomesDavid Weekley HomesVillage BuildersChesmar HomesPerry HomesWestin HomesBeazer Homes
Miramesa
Resale Homes Only
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Jordan Ranch vs. Miramesa
Which has a lower property tax rate, Jordan Ranch or Miramesa?
Jordan Ranch offers a lower total property tax rate (2.79%) than Miramesa (3.35%), saving approximately 0.56% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Jordan Ranch and Miramesa?
Jordan Ranch is zoned to Lamar CISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while Miramesa is zoned to Cypress-Fairbanks ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Jordan Ranch and Miramesa?
Homes in Jordan Ranch start from approximately $300K, while homes in Miramesa start from approximately $300K. Actual monthly costs also depend on MUD taxes and annual HOA dues.
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