Houston Estate & Acreage Intelligence • 2026 Edition

The Unfiltered Authority on Greater Houston Acreage Estates

Side-by-side engineering intelligence on MUD tax bonds, deed covenants, aerobic septic feasibility, and pre-cleared custom Build-On-Your-Lot homesites.

VERIFIED INVENTORY
18 Active Releases
North Houston Corridor
LEGAL INTEGRITY
100% Deed Verified
CAD & County Clerk Records
PARCEL FREEDOM
0.5 to 10+ Acres
Shops & Barns Permitted
TRUE CARRYING COST
No MUD Tax Options
Rates from 1.68% - 1.95%
North Houston 4K High Altitude Aerial Drone Subdivision Overview
#1 Flagship Release • On-Site Sales Office & Model Home
✓ 0.00% MUD Tax (1.68%) ✓ On-Site Sales Office Active
Premier North Houston Subdivision Release

Deer Hollow Ranch by Elk Ridge Homes

Private 1.0 to 4.0+ acre wooded country estate parcels in San Jacinto County (Willis ISD) starting from $79,500, with turnkey Elk Ridge Homes packages from the low $500s ($520K–$625K+). Featuring 0.00% MUD tax, custom 3-car & RV/boat garage options, and our primary On-Site Sales Office & Model Home Center.

0.00% MUD Tax (1.68%)

Save $6,500–$7,600+ annually in taxes vs. master-planned MUD tracts.

RV/Boat & 3-Car Garages

Custom 3-car bays, carports, RV/boat garages, workshops & apartment garage suites.

1.0 - 4.0+ Wooded Acres (From $79.5K)

Deep 50ft front setbacks and 20ft side buffers for authentic natural privacy.

On-Site Sales & Tours

Headquarters for both Deer Hollow Ranch & Pine Rock South lot tours.

Deer Hollow Ranch Custom Luxury Acreage Estate by Elk Ridge Homes
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CENTRAL SALES DESK & MODEL HOME Conroe, TX • Section 1 Platted Inventory Available
Active Release
HOMESITES 0.75 - 1.5+ AC
ESTATE BUILDS 2,289 - 2,861 SF
ESTATE PACKAGES Starting from $500s
#2 Spotlight Release • Sister Community to Deer Hollow Ranch
✓ No MUD Tax (1.74%) ✓ City Water & Sewer (Zero Septic Costs)
Exclusive Conroe Acreage Release

Pine Rock South by Elk Ridge Homes

Wooded homesites up to 1.0 acre with available inventory homes and custom builds in Conroe, Texas. Designed for buyers seeking acreage privacy paired with rare municipal city water and sewer infrastructure with zero septic costs. (Sales & lot tours coordinated via our central sales office at Deer Hollow Ranch).

0.00% MUD Tax (1.74%)

True low tax rate, saving $6,500–$7,500+ annually vs. typical master-planned MUDs.

City Water & Sewer

Zero septic costs or water well needed ($20,000+ upfront infrastructure savings).

Elk Ridge Custom Estates

Spacious 1-story plans (2,289 – 2,861+ sq ft) with Austin stone & covered verandas.

Conroe ISD Feeder

Zoned to Creighton Elementary, Moorhead Junior High, and Caney Creek High School.

Real Elk Ridge Homes Custom Luxury Acreage Estate in Pine Rock South, Conroe Texas
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ELK RIDGE ACREAGE ESTATE White Stone Wainscot • Board-and-Batten
Active Build
HOMESITES Up to 1.0 AC
LIVING AREA 2,289 - 2,861+ SF
INVENTORY HOMES From Low $400s
Unfiltered Technical Directory

Greater Houston Acreage Directory

Filter all 26 verified Greater Houston acreage developments across North, West, South, and East corridors by tax rate, parcel size, and builder policy.

Showing 37 of 37 Verified Developments
Republic Grand Ranch
45 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

Republic Grand Ranch

"High-Elevation Custom Acreage Living in Willis"

LOT PRICING$80,000 - $200,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWillis ISD
AMENITIES8-Acre Private Fishing Lake
ACCOLADES#1 Selling Acreage Community
TAX RATE1.6652% Tax • No MUD
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Texas Grand Ranch (Incl. The Estates)
38 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Walker County🔥 Active Developer Lots2.0 to 5.0+ Acres

Texas Grand Ranch (Incl. The Estates)

"Rolling Piney Woods Acreage Bordering Sam Houston National Forest"

LOT PRICING$120,000 - $260,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTHuntsville ISD / New Waverly ISD
AMENITIESSam Houston National Forest Border
ACCOLADESAward-Winning National Forest Community
TAX RATE1.53% - 1.62% Tax • No MUD
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Grand San Jacinto & Timber Enclaves
35 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Liberty County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 3.0+ Acres

Grand San Jacinto & Timber Enclaves

"Pine Forest Acreage Parcels Bordering San Jacinto River"

LOT PRICING$55,000 - $130,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTCleveland ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.68% Tax • No MUD
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Whitetail Ranch
32 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
San Jacinto County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.5 to 5.0+ Acres

Whitetail Ranch

"Gated Acreage Community North of Willis & The Woodlands | 1.5–5 Acre Wooded Lots from $109,900 & Ultra-Low 1.29% Tax Rate"

LOT PRICING$109,900 - $189,900
SCHOOL DISTRICTCOCISD • Open Transfer to Willis
AMENITIESPrivate Gated Entrance with ButterflyMX Smartphone Access
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.29% Tax • No MUD
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Deer Hollow Ranch
28 Lots · Active Release
Preferred BOYL
San Jacinto County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 4.0+ Acres

Deer Hollow Ranch

"Featured Developer Release in Willis | 1-4+ Acre Wooded Lots from $79,500 & Turnkey Elk Ridge Packages from Low $500s"

LOT PRICING$79,500 - $245,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWillis ISD
AMENITIESWooded 1.0 to 4.0+ Acre Private Homesites (Starting from $79,500)
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.68% Tax • No MUD
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Bar X Ranch
28 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Brazoria County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 2.0+ Acres

Bar X Ranch

"Sprawling Country Acreage Living with Deer Reserves & Lake Access"

LOT PRICING$45,000 - $120,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTColumbia-Brazoria ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.72% Tax • No MUD
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Encino Estates
24 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Liberty County🔥 Active Developer Lots0.75 to 1.5+ Acres

Encino Estates

"Affordable Wooded Acreage with 0.00% MUD Tax in Dayton"

LOT PRICING$65,000 - $145,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTDayton ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.65% Tax • No MUD
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Legacy Grand Ranch
24 Lots · Active Release
Walker County🔥 Active Developer Lots3.0 to 7.0+ Acres

Legacy Grand Ranch

"3 to 7-Acre Ranches in New Waverly by Patten Properties | Sam Houston National Forest Corridor, No MUD & Low 1.62% Tax Rate"

LOT PRICING$189,900 - $349,900
SCHOOL DISTRICTNew Waverly ISD
AMENITIESExpansive 3 to 7-Acre Forested Estate Ranches
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.62% Tax • No MUD
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The Commons on Lake Houston
16 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Harris County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

The Commons on Lake Houston

"Waterfront & Wooded Acreage with 30+ Miles of Nature Trails in Huffman"

LOT PRICING$110,000 - $350,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTHuffman ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.95% Tax • No MUD
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The Manors at New Waverly
16 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Walker County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 3.0+ Acres

The Manors at New Waverly

"290-Acre Master-Planned Enclave in New Waverly | 1-3 Acre Wooded Homesites Bordering National Forest with Ultra-Low 1.55% Tax"

LOT PRICING$85,000 - $210,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTTop Rated ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.55% Tax • No MUD
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Peach Creek Plantation
16 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 10.0+ Acres

Peach Creek Plantation

"3,700-Acre Wooded Acreage Enclave in Cleveland | 1 to 10+ Acre Homesites with Private Fishing Lakes & Workshop Freedom"

LOT PRICING$79,900 - $225,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTCleveland ISD • Expanding District
AMENITIES3,700-Acre Master Acreage Community
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.74% Tax • No MUD
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Stallion Lakes
16 Lots · Active Release
Waller County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.5 to 3.5+ Acres

Stallion Lakes

"Nearly 400-Acre Guard-Gated Luxury Acreage Enclave in Hockley | 1.5 to 3.5+ Acre Lakefront & Forest Homesites with 0.00% MUD"

LOT PRICING$340,000 - $720,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWaller ISD
AMENITIESNearly 400-Acre Master-Planned Luxury Gated Acreage Enclave
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.72% Tax • No MUD
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The Cedars
15 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Grimes County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

The Cedars

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$175,000 - $240,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTNavasota ISD
AMENITIESRolling Hills & Oak Trees
ACCOLADESLow Tax Rate Acreage Destination
TAX RATE1.3863% Tax • No MUD
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High Meadow West
14 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 2.5+ Acres

High Meadow West

"The Gold Standard for Magnolia Custom Estate Living"

LOT PRICING$214,900 - $310,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIESOversized 1+ Acre Estates
ACCOLADESCustom Estate Master Plan Award Winner
TAX RATE1.57% Tax • No MUD
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Suncreek Ranch & Oaks at Suncreek
14 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Brazoria County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

Suncreek Ranch & Oaks at Suncreek

"Wooded Acreage Living with 0.00% MUD Tax along HWY 288 in Rosharon"

LOT PRICING$95,000 - $240,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTAngleton ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.74% Tax • No MUD
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Ranches at Rolling Hills
14 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Waller County🔥 Active Developer Lots2.0 to 5.0+ Acres

Ranches at Rolling Hills

"Scenic Rolling Acreage in Waller County | 2-5+ Acre High-Elevation Tracts in Waller ISD with Ag-Exempt Potential & 0.00% MUD"

LOT PRICING$125,000 - $325,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTTop Rated ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.64% Tax • No MUD
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Oakwood Shores
14 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Brazoria County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 4.5+ Acres

Oakwood Shores

"Acreage Waterfront Community on Bastrop Bayou in Richwood | 1 to 4+ Acre Wooded Homesites with Private Boat Launch & 0.00% MUD"

LOT PRICING$89,000 - $185,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTBrazosport ISD
AMENITIESPrivate Community Boat Ramp with Direct Water Access to Bastrop Bayou & Gulf
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE2.12% Tax • No MUD
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Deer Pines
12 Lots · Active Release
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots¾-Acre Wooded Homesites

Deer Pines

"Wooded ¾-Acre Homesites in Conroe | Low Tax Rate & Homes from $424,990"

HOME + LANDFrom $424,990
SCHOOL DISTRICTConroe ISD
AMENITIESHigh-Elevation Wooded Lots
ACCOLADESHighly Sought-After Acreage Community
TAX RATE1.74% Tax • No MUD
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Emerald Lakes
12 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 4.0+ Acres

Emerald Lakes

"Gated Luxury Acreage Enclave in Willis | 1-4+ Acre Wooded Parcels with 30-Acre Private Fishing Lake & 0.00% MUD Tax"

LOT PRICING$75,000 - $220,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTTop Rated ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.78% Tax • No MUD
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Crown Oaks
9 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 3.5+ Acres

Crown Oaks

"Gated Custom Acreage Community in Montgomery | 1-3.5+ Acre Estate Homesites in Montgomery ISD with Private Lakes & 0.00% MUD"

LOT PRICING$110,000 - $310,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTTop Rated ISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.72% Tax • No MUD
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Deer Forest
8 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Walker County🔥 Active Developer Lots1.0 to 3.0+ Acres

Deer Forest

"Wooded 1 to 3-Acre Homesites in New Waverly | 355–422 Ft Rolling Elevations, Low 1.68% Tax Rate & 0.00% MUD"

LOT PRICING$105,000 - $185,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTNew Waverly ISD
AMENITIES1 to 3+ Acre Wooded Estate Homesites
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.68% Tax • No MUD
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Capital Creek Ranch
45 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.5 to 7.0+ Acres

Capital Creek Ranch

"Pre-Development Wooded Acreage Near Lake Conroe | 1.5 to 7+ Acre Tracts"

LOT PRICING$99,900 - $285,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWillis ISD
AMENITIES1.5 to 7.0+ Acre Wooded Parcels
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.66% Tax • No MUD
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Peach Creek Farms
31 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

Peach Creek Farms

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$70,000 - $170,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWillis ISD
AMENITIESPrivate Equestrian Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Rural Acreage Sanctuary
TAX RATE1.72% Tax • No MUD
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High Meadow Ranch
24 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 5.0+ Acres

High Meadow Ranch

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$250,000 - $600,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIES18-Hole Oakhound Golf Course
ACCOLADESAcreage Community of the Year Legacy Award
TAX RATE1.80% Tax • No MUD
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Benders Landing
22 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 2.5+ Acres

Benders Landing

"Premier Acreage Estates in Spring"

LOT PRICING$500,000 - $795,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTConroe ISD
AMENITIESBanquet Hall & Clubhouse
ACCOLADESTop Luxury Acreage MPC in Spring
TAX RATE1.5736% Tax • No MUD
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Saddle Creek Forest
20 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Waller County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.5 to 5.0+ Acres

Saddle Creek Forest

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$90,000 - $160,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTWaller ISD
AMENITIESEquestrian Center & Stables
ACCOLADESPremier Waller County Acreage MPC
TAX RATE1.55% Tax • No MUD
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Thousand Oaks
19 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 2.5+ Acres

Thousand Oaks

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$285,000 - $420,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIESPrivate Waterski Lakes
ACCOLADESPremier Waterski & Acreage Master Plan
TAX RATE1.78% Tax • No MUD
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Crown Ranch
18 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 4.0+ Acres

Crown Ranch

"Gated Acreage Estate Living in Magnolia"

LOT PRICING$200,000 - $470,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIESGated Security Entrance
ACCOLADESPremier Gated Acreage Community
TAX RATE1.58% (Mont.) / 1.39% (Grimes) Tax • No MUD
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Pine Rock South
18 Lots · Active Release
Exclusive Builder
Montgomery County🔥 Active Developer LotsUp to 1.0+ Acre Wooded Homesites

Pine Rock South

"Exclusive Turnkey Acreage Release in Conroe | Available Inventory Homes from Low $400s"

HOME + LAND$370,990 - $401,990 (From Low $400s)
SCHOOL DISTRICTConroe ISD
AMENITIESWooded Homesites Up to 1.0 Acre
ACCOLADESFeatured 2026 North Corridor Acreage Showcase
TAX RATE1.82% Tax • No MUD
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High Meadow Estates
15 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 3.5+ Acres

High Meadow Estates

"Exclusive Luxury Acreage in Magnolia"

LOT PRICING$200,000 - $300,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIESTowne Center Pavilion
ACCOLADESSignature Custom Acreage Showcase
TAX RATE1.76% Tax • No MUD
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Grand Lake Estates
12 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 2.5+ Acres

Grand Lake Estates

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$200,000 - $350,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMontgomery ISD
AMENITIESGolf Course Access
ACCOLADESSignature Lake & Golf Community
TAX RATE1.75% Tax • No MUD
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Lake Windcrest
11 Lots · Active Release
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 4.0+ Acres

Lake Windcrest

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$250,000 - $550,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMagnolia ISD
AMENITIES100+ Acre Ski & Powerboat Lake
ACCOLADESPremier Lake & Golf MPC in Magnolia
TAX RATE1.58% Tax • No MUD
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Weston Lakes
11 Lots · Active Release
Approved Builders
Fort Bend County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL0.5 to 2.5+ Acres

Weston Lakes

"24-Hour Guard-Gated Acreage & Country Club Living in Fulshear / Simonton"

LOT PRICING$125,000 - $380,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTLamar CISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.88% Tax • No MUD
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Fulbrook & Fulbrook on Fulshear Creek
9 Lots · Active Release
Approved Builders
Fort Bend County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 3.0+ Acres

Fulbrook & Fulbrook on Fulshear Creek

"Brazos River Nature-Preserve Luxury Acreage in Fulshear"

LOT PRICING$185,000 - $450,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTLamar CISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.85% Tax • No MUD
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Woodforest
8 Lots · Limited Availability
Approved Builders
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL0.5 to 1.5+ Acres

Woodforest

"Acreage Golf Course Community"

LOT PRICING$300,000 - $600,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTMontgomery ISD / Conroe ISD
AMENITIES27-Hole Woodforest Golf Club
ACCOLADESTop-50 Selling Acreage Community in USA
TAX RATE2.15% - 2.45% Tax
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Ridgelake Shores
7 Lots · Limited Availability
Open BOYL
Montgomery County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL1.0 to 3.0+ Acres

Ridgelake Shores

"Exclusive Acreage Living"

LOT PRICING$150,000 - $350,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTConroe ISD
AMENITIESTwo Private Fishing & Boating Lakes
ACCOLADESTop Lakefront Acreage Subdivision
TAX RATE1.75% Tax • No MUD
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Royal Lakes Estates
6 Lots · Limited Availability
Open BOYL
Fort Bend County🏡 Resale & Custom BOYL0.75 to 2.0+ Acres

Royal Lakes Estates

"Luxury Gated Lakefront Acreage Living in Richmond / Fort Bend"

LOT PRICING$145,000 - $320,000
SCHOOL DISTRICTLamar CISD
AMENITIESResort Living & Trails
ACCOLADESPremier Acreage
TAX RATE1.92% Tax • No MUD
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Resort Outdoor Living Standards

Designed for Custom Outdoor Living & Resort Acreage Havens

North Corridor deed restrictions accommodate oversized outdoor living pavilions, infinity pools, outdoor kitchens with stone fireplaces, and detached shop structures with minimal setback interference.

Outdoor Fireplaces
Approved in 100% of communities
Infinity Pools & Spas
Zero MUD water restriction
Resort Outdoor Living Pavilion & Infinity Pool in Crown Ranch Texas
CROWN RANCH RESORT LIVING Cedar timber pavilion, stone fireplace & infinity pool overlooking pine forest
Custom metal barn garage outbuilding with RV bay doors in Texas Grand Ranch
TEXAS GRAND RANCH CUSTOM OUTBUILDING Board-and-batten & stonework shop with RV bay doors & matte black fixtures
Outbuilding Technical Covenants

Architectural Cohesion for Secondary Shops & Barns

Secondary structures (RV garages, workshops, and metal barn outbuildings) must meet ACC architectural cohesion rules. Our technical dossiers detail exact masonry matching percentages, roof pitch requirements, and setback boundaries across all 19 communities.

✓ Matching Board-and-Batten & Stonework Facade Guidelines
✓ Oversized RV Garage Door Height Allowances (12ft - 14ft Clearance)
✓ Matte Black & Dark Bronze Architectural Fixtures Pre-Approval
2026 BOYL Feasibility Estimator

Interactive OSSF Septic & Site-Prep Calculator

Estimate mandatory site development, aerobic septic permits, tree clearing, and utility drop costs.

ESTIMATED SITE INVESTMENT$25,500
2 Acres
1.0 Acre5.0 Acres10.0 Acres

Includes environmental health review & soil perc tests.

150 Linear Ft
50 ft250 ft500 ft
Cost Distribution BreakdownTotal: $25,500
Septic (45%)
Clearing (27%)
Power Drop (7%)
Driveway (21%)
1. AEROBIC SEPTIC
$11,500
2. CLEARING & PAD
$7,000
3. POWER DROP
$1,800
4. CULVERT & DRIVEWAY
$5,200
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Custom Estates $321K – $700K 100% Custom & ACC Pre-Approved OSSF Septic & Soil Certified

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2026 GREATER HOUSTON ACREAGE FEASIBILITY

The 2026 Greater Houston Acreage Buyer Dossier & Site-Prep Feasibility Playbook.

Unfiltered engineering intelligence on MUD tax bond debt, deed restriction covenants, OSSF aerobic septic guidelines, and custom BOYL lot availability across Montgomery, Grimes, Walker, and Waller Counties.

Houston Acreage Communities Technical Dossier Preview
48-PAGE COMMUNITY COMPARISON DIRECTORY Complete 6-Pillar Guide, School Feeders & Amenity Covenants
TRUSTED INFRASTRUCTURE DIRECTORY

Vetted Infrastructure Partners

Curated contractors, designers, and specialists to help develop and upgrade your custom acreage estate.

WATER FILTRATION Day-1 Essential

Houston Hard Water Softeners

Protect new-build plumbing and fixtures from high-mineral NW Houston groundwater before move-in.

Up to $200 off installation
WINDOW TREATMENTS Must-Have

Custom Window Blinds & Shades

New homes close with bare windows. Order custom-fit blinds ahead of closing for immediate privacy.

Exclusive 15% off code
HOME SAFETY Free Equipment

Smart Home Security & Cameras

Set up wireless, monitored security before moving furniture and high-value equipment in.

Free video doorbell included
RURAL UTILITIES Day-1 Essential

Propane Delivery & Underground Tanks

Establish dedicated residential LPG tank leasing and scheduled deliveries for whole-home heating, cooking, and backup power.

First 250 Gallons Discounted
PERIMETER SECURITY Top Rated

Custom Iron Gates & Fencing

Secure your acreage with custom-welded driveway gates, automatic openers, and perimeter fencing.

Free site evaluation & design
BARNDOS & SHOPS Turnkey Install

Steel Buildings & Metal Shops

Engineered metal buildings perfect for RV storage, workshops, or custom barndominiums.

Exclusive 5% off building kit
SURFACE COATINGS Lifetime Warranty

Epoxy Garage & Shop Flooring

Industrial-grade epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings for your new garage or metal shop.

$250 off a 3-car garage coat
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Consultation

Custom Home Architects & Designers

Bring your dream estate to life with acreage-specialized home designers and draftsmen.

Complimentary initial concept
BACKYARD OASIS Award Winning

Custom Pool & Outdoor Living

Design luxury pools, outdoor kitchens, and hardscaping tailored for expansive acreage lots.

Free 3D design rendering
OFF-GRID POWER Critical Prep

Whole-Home Generators & Solar

Ensure your acreage home never loses power with standby generators and battery backups.

$500 off generator install

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FREQUENTLY ASKED BUYER QUESTIONS

Greater Houston Acreage Due Diligence FAQ

Essential answers to Texas property tax rates, deed covenants, septic regulations, and custom builder policies.

What is a 0.00% MUD tax and how much does it save homeowners every year?

A Municipal Utility District (MUD) tax is an additional property tax levied to repay infrastructure bonds for water and sewer lines in suburban subdivisions (often adding 0.85% to 1.50%+ to your annual tax rate). Premier North Houston acreage communities like Republic Grand Ranch, Texas Grand Ranch, and Deer Hollow Ranch have NO MUD tax (0.00%), saving acreage homeowners between $4,000 and $8,500+ every year in property taxes compared to standard master-planned developments.

Can I build a metal shop, RV garage, or secondary guest casita on my acreage lot?

Yes! Unlike high-density suburban subdivisions that ban outbuildings, the majority of Greater Houston acreage communities permit detached steel workshops, oversized RV garages, and guest houses with Architectural Control Committee (ACC) approval. Structures typically require matching exterior finishes (e.g. stone or brick wainscot, matching roof pitch) and must be placed behind the front building setback line.

What does BOYL mean and which builders can construct on these lots?

BOYL stands for Build-On-Your-Lot. In an Open BOYL community, you purchase the acreage parcel outright and can hire any licensed, insured Texas custom home builder. Other communities maintain an 'Approved Builder List' to ensure high architectural standards. Elk Ridge Homes is our exclusive North Corridor custom builder partner, offering pre-cleared, deed-compliant luxury single-story plans designed specifically for 1 to 5+ acre lots.

What are the septic and water requirements on Houston acreage properties?

Because acreage lots are outside municipal sewer grids, each home utilizes an on-site OSSF (On-Site Sewage Facility) Aerobic Septic System engineered to TCEQ and county environmental health standards. Water is supplied either through a centralized subdivision water system or a private water well drilled to the deep Gulf Coast aquifer.

How do I tour acreage communities and walk lots with Brian Crocker?

Walking raw acreage without a land specialist can lead to costly oversights regarding easements, flood zones, clearing density, and driveway culverts. You can schedule a private corridor tour or land due-diligence walkthrough by calling or texting Brian Crocker directly at (713) 635-9693.

Need Technical Feasibility Answers?

Speak directly with Brian Crocker before putting an earnest money deposit on any acreage lot.

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