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Houston Master-Planned Communities Comparison Matrix
Receipt-verified tax rates, ISD boundaries, and starting price points across Greater Houston corridors.
| Community | City | School District (ISD) | Total Tax Rate | Starting Price | Est. True Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeland | Cypress | Cy-Fair ISD / Waller ISD / Katy ISD | 3.6% | $350K | $3,350/mo |
| Jubilee | Hockley | Waller ISD / Katy ISD | 3.3% | $300K | $2,600/mo |
| Sunterra | Katy | Katy ISD / Royal ISD | 3.4% | $320K | $2,800/mo |
| Cross Creek West | Fulshear | Lamar CISD | 3.25% | $350K | $2,900/mo |
| Elyson | Katy | Katy ISD / Cy-Fair ISD | 3.28% | $300K | $2,710/mo |
| Cross Creek Ranch | Fulshear | Lamar CISD / Katy ISD | 2.6% | $420K | $3,670/mo |
| Jordan Ranch | Fulshear | Lamar CISD | 2.78% | $300K | $2,560/mo |
| Tamarron | Katy | Lamar CISD / Katy ISD | 2.96% | $270K | $2,510/mo |
| Cane Island | Katy | Katy ISD | 2.78% | $400K | $3,490/mo |
| Anniston | Katy | Katy ISD | 3.32% | $260K | $2,440/mo |
Straight answers
What is the Total Tax Rate for Houston communities?
The Total Tax Rate combines standard property taxes with any Municipal Utility District (MUD) or Public Improvement District (PID) taxes. These fund critical infrastructure like water, sewer, and drainage in master-planned communities. Because MUD and PID rates vary by section, looking at the total combined tax rate is the most accurate way to estimate your true monthly payment.
Does HoustonMasterPlanned.com cost anything for buyers?
No. The comparison tools, tax calculator, and community data are 100% free for homebuyers. The site is independent and not owned by any builder.
How is the "true monthly payment" calculated?
We combine estimated principal & interest with the section-level total tax rate, HOA dues, and insurance — the full cost that actually hits your bank account each month.
Which Houston master-planned communities have the lowest total tax rates?
Total tax rates vary by community and even by section. Newer sections often carry higher MUD/PID rates, while established sections may have lower rates as debt is paid off. Every rate we publish is receipt-verified against an official county disclosure; unverified rates show "Pending County Audit".
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