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Sierra Vista vs The Groves
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Sierra 1—4 The
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The Groves wins on 4 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
3.42%
Total Tax Rate
3.08%✓ Lower
$260,000
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$2,472/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,859/mo
$1,420/yr
Annual HOA
$1,164/yr✓ Lower
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
9/10✓ Higher
Alvin ISD
School District
Humble ISD
Iowa Colony High School
High School
Summer Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✓ SierraLagoonThe ✗
✓ SierraLakeThe ✓
✓ SierraTrailsThe ✓
✓ SierraFitnessThe ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
15 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
17 GPG
Brazoria County MUD 31 / MUD 32
MUD District
Harris County MUD 504
🏗 Active Builders
Sierra Vista
CastleRock CommunitiesLennarWestin HomesDavid Weekley HomesColina Homes
The Groves
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesChesmar HomesBeazer HomesWestin Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Sierra Vista vs. The Groves
Which has a lower property tax rate, Sierra Vista or The Groves?
The Groves offers a lower total property tax rate (3.08%) than Sierra Vista (3.42%), saving approximately 0.34% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Sierra Vista and The Groves?
Sierra Vista 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 Sierra Vista and The Groves?
Homes in Sierra Vista start from approximately $260K, 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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