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Tavola vs The Groves
Independent side-by-side comparison: schools, tax rates, true monthly costs, amenities, builders, and water quality.
Tavola 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
3.31%
Total Tax Rate
3.08%✓ Lower
$210,000
Starting Price
$200,000✓ Lower
$1,947/mo
True Monthly Cost
$1,859/mo
$750/yr✓ Lower
Annual HOA
$1,164/yr
🎓 Schools
8/10
School Rating
9/10✓ Higher
New Caney ISD
School District
Humble ISD
New Caney High School
High School
Summer Creek High School
🏊 Amenities
✗ TavolaLagoonThe ✗
✓ TavolaLakeThe ✓
✓ TavolaTrailsThe ✓
✓ TavolaFitnessThe ✓
💧 MUD Water Quality
14 GPG✓ Softer
Hardness
17 GPG
East Montgomery County MUD 6
MUD District
Harris County MUD 504
🏗 Active Builders
Tavola
LennarM/I HomesPerry HomesWestin Homes
The Groves
Perry HomesDavid Weekley HomesShea HomesChesmar HomesBeazer HomesWestin Homes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Tavola vs. The Groves
Which has a lower property tax rate, Tavola or The Groves?
The Groves offers a lower total property tax rate (3.08%) than Tavola (3.31%), saving approximately 0.23% in property taxes annually.
How do school ratings compare between Tavola and The Groves?
Tavola is zoned to New Caney ISD (GreatSchools rating: 8/10), while The Groves is zoned to Humble ISD (GreatSchools rating: 9/10).
How do starting home prices compare between Tavola and The Groves?
Homes in Tavola start from approximately $210K, 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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