Hi friend! If you're house-hunting in Conroe, Texas, property taxes are a key factor to consider. A lower tax rate can mean thousands of dollars in savings over time, making homeownership more affordable without sacrificing quality of life. In this blog, we’re highlighting the neighborhoods with the best tax rates in 2025—helping you find the perfect place to call home while keeping more money in your pocket. Let’s dive in!
The Neighborhoods in Conroe, Texas with the Lowest Tax Rates in 2025
Conroe has become one of the fastest-growing and most desirable places to live in Montgomery County — and for good reason. With its blend of master-planned communities, lakefront living, peaceful acreage neighborhoods, top-rated schools, and easy access to I-45, Conroe offers a lifestyle that appeals to both families and individuals looking for nature, convenience, and long-term value.
One of the biggest advantages Conroe offers is its wide range of property tax rates. Depending on the neighborhood, you’ll find everything from extremely low tax-rate acreage communities to newer master-planned developments with full amenity packages.
To make your search easier, I analyzed real 2025 tax rate data and highlighted the most popular (and most requested) neighborhoods in Conroe — including master-planned sections, established communities, lake neighborhoods, and acreage estates.
Whether you’re looking for a turnkey community with all the amenities, a wooded half-acre with privacy, or a beautiful neighborhood near Lake Conroe, this guide will help you compare and understand what each community offers — and what makes Conroe such a special place to call home.
MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITIES
Grand Central Park
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Grand Central Park – Link
Why people love living here:
Grand Central Park is one of Conroe’s most impressive master-planned communities, known for its beautiful forested environment, lakes, and miles of trails. The neighborhood blends nature with elevated, modern living. Residents love the convenience of 336 Marketplace, the new Sam Houston State medical school campus nearby, and the huge number of parks and amenities.
Amenities: The Lake House, resort-style pool, fitness center, miles of trails, parks, dog parks, community events, stocked fishing lakes, 336 retail corridor.
Harper’s Preserve
Tax Rate: ≈2.63%
Homes for Sale in Harper’s Preserve – Link
Why people love living here:
A gated master-planned community offering lake views, beautiful landscaping, and multiple amenity parks. Harper’s Preserve feels private and upscale without being out of reach. Buyers love the modern homes, serene atmosphere, and access to top retail and dining along 242.
Amenities: Gated entry, pool, splash pad, playgrounds, trails, fishing pier, pavilions, sports courts.
Fosters Ridge
Tax Rate: ≈2.53%
Homes for Sale in Fosters Ridge – Link
Why people love living here:
Fosters Ridge is a scenic, wooded community offering new homes, good-sized lots, and multiple amenities. The peaceful, tree-filled environment is ideal for those wanting nature with convenience.
Amenities: Pool, park, trails, new schools nearby, multiple sections with varying home sizes.
Graystone Hills
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Graystone Hills – Link
Why people love living here:
Known for its rolling terrain (rare in this area), Graystone Hills offers beautiful elevation, large homes, shaded streets, and a quiet community feel.
Amenities: Pool, parks, greenbelts, trails, community clubhouse, easy access to I-45.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe
Tax Rate: ≈2.68%
Homes for Sale in Water Crest on Lake Conroe – Link
Why people love living here:
Water Crest offers direct Lake Conroe access, a gated section, and one of the best amenity packages in the lakeside corridor. Buyers love the views, the peaceful atmosphere, and the brand-new feel of the homes.
Amenities: Two pools, private clubhouse, lake access, boat-launch area, dog park, scenic overlook.
Barton Woods
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Barton Woods – Link
Why people love living here:
Backed up to the expansive 1,800+ acre Carl Barton Jr. Park, this community has a serene, natural ambiance. Residents love being steps away from miles of trails and athletic fields.
Amenities: Park access, trails, community green spaces, beautiful wooded environment.
Keep in mind some of The Woodlands also falls in Conroe. See that post here – Link.
LAKE LIVING + GOLF COMMUNITIES
April Sound
Tax Rate: ≈2.23%
Homes for Sale in April Sound – Link
Why people love living here:
April Sound is one of the most iconic Lake Conroe neighborhoods — a gated, golf-course community with direct lake access, country club living, and a mix of single-family, townhomes, and waterfront options.
Amenities: 27-hole golf course, marina, clubhouse, tennis, swimming, dining, gated security.
River Plantation
Tax Rate: ≈1.87%
Homes for Sale in River Plantation – Link
Why people love living here:
River Plantation offers large, beautiful lots, mature trees, and a peaceful golf-course setting. The neighborhood has a timeless charm loved by those wanting space and established beauty with one of the lowest tax rates on this list.
Amenities: Parks, golf course (public course), community pool, tennis, scenic streets.
ESTABLISHED & HIGHLY REQUESTED CONROE COMMUNITIES
Montgomery Creek Ranch
Tax Rate: ≈2.68%
Homes for Sale in Montgomery Creek Ranch – Link
Why people love living here:
An approachable, well-located neighborhood with newer homes and proximity to shopping, dining, and schools. Great for affordability without sacrificing convenience.
Stewarts Forest
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Stewarts Forest – Link
Why people love living here:
This beautiful, wooded community is known for its oversized lots, mature trees, and calm environment.
Amenities: Pool, parks, shaded walking spaces.
Evergreen
Tax Rate: ≈2.61%
Homes for Sale in Evergreen – Link
Why people love living here:
A newer community offering modern homes, wooded surroundings, and a quiet, well-designed layout.
Montgomery Oaks
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Montgomery Oaks – Link
Why people love living here:
A hidden-gem community with newer construction, great curb appeal, and quick access to 336 and I-45.
Hills of Westlake
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Hills of Westlake – Link
Why people love living here:
This neighborhood is admired for its peaceful charm, mature landscaping, and beautiful homes tucked among nature.
Meadows at Imperial Oaks
Tax Rate: ≈2.87%
Homes for Sale in Meadows at Imperial Oaks – Link
Why people love living here:
One of the largest and most amenity-rich communities in the Imperial Oaks corridor, just minutes from Conroe. Residents love the parks, ponds, and neighborhood pools.
Amenities: Pools, splash pads, trails, clubhouse, playgrounds, lakes.
Imperial Oaks Park
Tax Rate: ≈2.28%
Homes for Sale in Imperial Oaks Park – Link
Why people love living here:
A well-established community known for its mature trees, parks, and strong school zoning.
Amenities: Park, playground, walking trails.
Carriage Hills
Tax Rate: ≈1.86%
Homes for Sale in Carriage Hills – Link
Why people love living here:
Carriage Hills is a beautiful acreage-lot community featuring wide-open lots, towering trees, and incredible privacy. With one of the lowest tax rates in Conroe, it’s an outstanding value for those wanting space and a peaceful setting.
ACREAGE & LARGE-LOT COMMUNITIES
Deer Pines
Tax Rate: ≈1.86%
Homes for Sale in Deer Pines – Link
Why people love living here:
A private, wooded, acreage community offering gorgeous custom homes, large lots, and low taxes — ideal for those wanting serenity.
Williams Reserve East
Tax Rate: ≈2.69%
Homes for Sale in Williams Reserve East – Link
Why people love living here:
A newer acreage-style community with upscale homes and a clean, polished look surrounded by nature.
Lake Creek Forest
Tax Rate: ≈1.86%
Homes for Sale in Lake Creek Forest – Link
Why people love living here:
Loved for its spacious lots, custom homes, and heavily wooded feel. It offers rural privacy with quick access to The Woodlands and Conroe.
Crighton Woods
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Crighton Woods – Link
Why people love living here:
A peaceful, wooded community close to Crighton Theatre, I-45, and the thriving south Conroe/Woodlands corridor.
Crighton Ridge
Tax Rate: ≈2.43%
Homes for Sale in Crighton Ridge – Link
Why people love living here:
This beautiful estate-lot community is highly sought-after for its custom homes, wide streets, and upscale atmosphere.
Deer Trail Two
Tax Rate: ≈1.63%
Homes for Sale in Deer Trail Two – Link
Why people love living here:
One of the lowest tax-rate acreage communities in all of Conroe, Deer Trail Two offers large lots, quiet living, and incredible affordability.
Final Thoughts
Conroe offers one of the most diverse selections of neighborhoods in Montgomery County — from award-winning master-planned communities to quiet lake neighborhoods to heavily wooded acreage retreats. Understanding the tax-rate differences between these areas can help you make the best long-term financial decision while still choosing a community that feels like home.
If you’re exploring Conroe and want a guide who knows the neighborhoods, lifestyle, amenities, and long-term value of each community, I’d love to help.
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