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Shadow Creek Ranch vs The Groves
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Shadow 3—2 The
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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
2.58%✓ Lower
Total Tax Rate
3.08%
$340,000
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$2,959/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,859/mo
$995/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,164/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
9/10✓ Higher
Alvin ISD
School District
Humble ISD
Shadow Creek High School
High School
Summer Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ ShadowLagoonThe ✗
✓ ShadowLakeThe ✓
✓ ShadowTrailsThe ✓
✓ ShadowFitnessThe ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
14 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
17 GPG
Brazoria County MUD 2 & MUD 3
MUD District
Harris County MUD 504
🏗 Active Builders
Shadow Creek Ranch
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesAshton WoodsVillage BuildersMeritage Homes
The Groves
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesChesmar HomesBeazer HomesWestin Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Shadow Creek Ranch vs. The Groves
Which has a lower property tax rate, Shadow Creek Ranch or The Groves?
Shadow Creek Ranch offers a lower total property tax rate (2.58%) than The Groves (3.08%), saving approximately 0.50% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Shadow Creek Ranch and The Groves?
Shadow Creek Ranch is zoned to Alvin ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while The Groves is zoned to Humble ISD (GreatSchools rating: 9/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Shadow Creek Ranch and The Groves?
Homes in Shadow Creek Ranch start from approximately $340K, 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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