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The Groves VS Woodforest

Evaluating true monthly ownership costs, section MUD tax liabilities, school district boundaries, and corridor location.

NE / Lake Houston

The Groves

Humble, TX · Humble ISD

From $300K$2,680/mo true
VS
The Woodlands / North

Woodforest

Montgomery, TX · Montgomery ISD / Conroe ISD

From $300K$2,590/mo true

Side-by-Side Comparison Vector

CORRIDOR REGION
The GrovesNortheast & Lake Houston
WoodforestNorth & The Woodlands
CITY / MUNICIPALITY
The GrovesHumble, TX
WoodforestMontgomery, TX
EFFECTIVE TOTAL TAX RATE
The Groves3.15%
Woodforest2.9%
MUD TAX RATE
The GrovesPending County Audit
WoodforestPending County Audit
SCHOOL DISTRICT (ISD)
The GrovesHumble ISD
WoodforestMontgomery ISD / Conroe ISD (Split)
ANNUAL HOA DUES
The Groves$1,090/yr
Woodforest$1,391.5/yr
STARTING HOME PRICE
The Groves$300K
Woodforest$300K
EST. TRUE MONTHLY COST
The Groves$2,680/mo
Woodforest$2,590/mo
LOT SIZES
The Groves35–60′
WoodforestVaries to 1+ acre
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Brian's Insider Comparison Analysis

New Home Consultant & Buyer Advocate

When choosing between The Groves and Woodforest, looking solely at starting prices is a mistake. A home in The Groves with an effective tax rate of 3.15% can produce a very different monthly payment stack compared to Woodforest at 2.9%. Always evaluate the complete payment stack (P&I + MUD tax + HOA + Insurance) before placing earnest money.

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