Price Range: Home prices range from $320K to $1M
Description
Grand Lakes Katy is located on the east side of Katy in Fort Bend County…close to Grand Parkway and Westpark Tollway.
Primarily built from 1998 to 2008, most of the 2700+ homes (approx.) in this neighborhood are Traditional or Colonial in style. On average, these homes are two-story homes with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and approximately 3500sf with 2-car garages, and a median lot size of 9000+sf.
This upscale neighborhood features multiple lakes so water view homes are available. Grand Lakes Katy has an interesting four-square design in which the various sections (Phase 1, 2, 3 and 4) have homes built around a central park (see aerial view below). Each park has a different focus. One has a formal park with fountains, another features a swimming pool, and so on. There are mulitple playgrounds, pool, and tennis courts as well as a dog park, splash pad, and community garden.
The newest section, Phase 4 is located on the west side of Grand Parkway and features a large gazebo on a lake next to a park, pool, and playground. This section also has access to a nature hiking trail.
Pros and Cons
Here is a list of the PROs and CONs of Grand Lakes Katy:
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PROs |
CONs |
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Convenient location |
Only resale homes available |
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High performing schools |
Noisy highways nearby some homes |
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Nearby shopping |
Older homes that may need remodeling |
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Beautiful neighborhood with lakes and mature trees |
Some homes in phase 3 and phase 4 may be in a 500-yr flood plain |
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Lower property taxes |
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Dog park |
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Community Garden |
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Neighborhood amenities |
Location
Here’s a map of Grand Lakes Katy.
Commute Times
The best way to estimate your commute time is to use Google Maps at the time you commute. Simply enter your work address and the address of the house you are interested in, and Google Maps will estimate your commute time. This time is based on the actual time you perform the search, so use it during your expected commute times.
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Flood Zone
Mostly located in Flood Zone X (not in a special flood hazard area) but a few houses in Phase 3 and Phase 4 may be in a 500-yr floodplain.
For more information about flood risk in Katy, see my Katy Flood Zones information and download the report.
What’s Nearby
Grand Lakes Katy is close to:
- Meadowbrook Farms, Cinco Ranch, Willow Fork, Falcon Point golf courses
- La Centerra shopping and dining center
- Wholefoods Grocery Store
- Katy YMCA
- George Bush Park with bike trails
- Great Southwest Equestrian Park
- Live music and dancing at: Baker St Pub, Mo’s Place, Katy Vibes, and Wildcatters
- No Label Brewing
- Time Square Entertainment
>> See Things to Do in Katy
School Ratings
The following tables shows the schools zoned to Grand Lakes Katy.
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School |
Type |
Rating |
Address |
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Alexander Elementary |
Elem |
8 |
6161 South Fry Rd, Katy |
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Griffin Elementary |
Elem |
10 |
7800 South Fry Rd, Katy |
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Beckendorff Junior High |
JH |
9 |
8200 South Fry Rd, Katy |
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Seven Lakes High |
HS |
8 |
9251 South Fry Rd, Katy |
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Amenities
Grand Lakes Katy has the following amenities (view detailed map):
- Club House = No
- Swimming Pools = 3
- Waterpark = No
- Splash Pads = Yes
- Tennis Courts = Yes
- Parks/playgrounds = Multiple
- Walking Trails = Yes
- Lakes = Yes
- Golf Course = No
- Dog Park = Yes
- Community Garden = Yes
Home Owner’s Association
The annual HOA fee, which pays for the amenities, is approximately $940-1400 (depending on the lot). Go to Grand Lakes Katy HOA for helpful phone numbers, community documents, and utility information. Or contact Principal Management Group of Houston, AAMC- An Associa® Company at 713-329-7100.
Utilities
One of the Grand Lakes MUDs (1-4) serves this neighborhood with water and sewer services. The utilities for Grand Lakes are shown below:
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Water, sewer |
Grand Lakes MUDs 1-4 |
281-290-6500 |
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Trash |
Best Trash |
281-313-2378 |
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Electric |
De-regulated |
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Gas |
Centerpoint |
800-752-8036 |
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Property Taxes
Property taxes in this neighborhood may vary slightly, but are approximately 2.18-2.91.
To see detailed tax info on Katy subdivisions, read my Katy Property Taxes page.
Home Values
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What I Like About Grand Lakes… “I really think that Grand Lakes is beautifully and uniquely designed and it has wonderful neighborhood amenities including a neighborhood garden and a great dog park! Plus, it is zoned to very high-performing schools.” —Sheila Cox, REALTOR® and the Katy local area expert |
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