⚠ The 3.1% Tax Rate — Higher Than Fort Bend County's Reputation Suggests
Fort Bend County's base combined rate of approximately 1.9–2.1% is widely cited. Del Webb Fulshear's confirmed tax rate of approximately 3.1% is substantially higher — because an active Fort Bend County MUD adds approximately $0.90–$1.10 per $100 on top of the county base. On a $400,000 home that is $12,400 per year in property taxes before exemptions. On a $500,000 home, $15,500 per year. This information is published in a HAR agent analysis of the community, not in any Del Webb marketing material. It is confirmed by the general pattern: Fort Bend County new developments routinely carry combined rates of 2.8–3.2% when active MUD bonds are included.
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Del Webb Fulshear opened in 2022 in Fulshear, Texas — on FM 359 approximately 35 miles west of downtown Houston. Construction is active with 725 homes planned across three product series: the Scenic Series (entry-level), the Distinctive Series (mid-range), and the Echelon Series (premium, larger footprint). Starting prices as of 2025 are $275,990 for Scenic homes, with Echelon homes running $500,000-plus on larger or premium-view lots. New construction is actively underway.
Fulshear is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas — with strong retail (Fulshear Town Square 2 miles away, Katy Mills 8 miles), Lamar CISD schools, and a small-town character that has attracted significant homebuilder investment. The FM 359 corridor connecting Fulshear to the I-10 interchange and Katy is the community's primary arterial.
Amenities — What the 16,000 Square Feet Delivers
Del Webb Fulshear's amenity center is one of the larger in the Houston 55+ market at 16,000-plus square feet. The confirmed amenity list includes: a modern fitness center with dedicated movement room for group exercise classes, an indoor lap pool, a resort-style outdoor pool, six pickleball courts (the highest count of any Houston 55+ community), bocce ball courts, an 18-hole putting course with golf darts, three miles of walking paths, and a full-time Lifestyle Director coordinating the club and event calendar. This is a stronger amenity package than Del Webb Sweetgrass in Richmond, and the putting course and indoor lap pool are unique differentiators in the Fort Bend corridor.
HOA Structure — $2,600/Year Confirmed
The HOA fee of approximately $2,600 per year ($216/month) covers the amenity center operation, fitness and pool maintenance, grounds upkeep, gated entry, and the Lifestyle Director salary. Front lawn care is not included — standard for Del Webb communities. Buyers should budget separately for lawn service ($100–$175/month in Fulshear). The HOA is currently developer-controlled; homeowner governance transitions after the community reaches substantial buildout.
True Annual Cost at Three Price Points
| Component | $325K Home | $425K Home | $525K Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property Tax (~3.1%) | $10,075 | $13,175 | $16,275 |
| HOA Annual | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| Lawn Service (est.) | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,800 |
| Homeowners Insurance | $2,500–$4,000 | $3,000–$5,000 | $3,500–$6,000 |
| Total Est. Annual | ~$16,675–$18,175 | ~$20,275–$22,275 | ~$24,175–$26,675 |
| Lamar CISD 65+ School Freeze Saves (est.) | ~$2,000–$2,800 | ~$2,600–$3,600 | ~$3,200–$4,500 |
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Del Webb Fulshear vs Del Webb Sweetgrass
Both are Del Webb Fort Bend County communities, but they differ meaningfully. Sweetgrass carries the Fort Bend LID No. 6 permanent flood levy; Fulshear does not. Sweetgrass is more established (opened 2011 vs 2022) with a larger resale market. Fulshear has a newer, larger amenity center and the six-pickleball-court advantage. Sweetgrass sits closer to Houston (via US-59); Fulshear is slightly farther west but in a faster-appreciating location. Tax rates are broadly similar — both run approximately 3.0–3.1% with active MUD bonds.
Lamar CISD 65+ School Tax Freeze
Lamar CISD's school rate of approximately $1.08–$1.15 per $100 is the largest single component of the Fulshear tax bill. The Texas 65-and-older freeze locks this in permanently once filed with Fort Bend CAD at fbcad.org. On a $425,000 home, the Lamar CISD portion before freeze is approximately $4,590–$4,887. Freezing it immediately saves thousands annually on a high-rate tax bill. File on closing day or as soon as you qualify — do not wait.
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