Is Elyson a Good Place to Buy a Home?
Elyson is a roughly 3,600-acre master-planned community in Katy, in Harris County (ZIP 77493), that opened in 2016 and still sells new homes from nine builders, from the low $300,000s to over $1 million. Resale homes in ZIP 77493 sold at a typical price near $337,000 over the last 12 months. The trade-offs are taxes that include a utility district, school zoning split at Peek Road between Katy ISD and Cy-Fair ISD, and a drive of about 33 miles to Downtown without traffic.
Where Elyson is and what it is
Elyson is in Katy, in Harris County, west of the Grand Parkway on FM 529; its welcome center is at 7303 Prairie Lakeshore Lane (ZIP 77493). Newland Communities opened it in October 2016, and elyson.com now lists Brookfield as master developer. The plan is about 3,600 acres and about 6,000 homes, according to a January 2019 profile. An address's utility district appears on its Harris Central Appraisal District record and in the seller's MUD notice.
Builders and new-home prices
Elyson's builder page lists nine builders. Starting prices as listed on October 30, 2026:
| Builder | Starting price as listed |
|---|---|
| Beazer Homes | From $329,990 (Beazer's page) |
| Brookfield Residential | 40-foot from $356,990; 50-foot from $454,490 (Brookfield's page) |
| Highland Homes | 55-foot from the $470s; 65-foot from the $620s; 80-foot from the $800s (Highland's page) |
| Chesmar Homes | Low $300s (Elyson's page) |
| David Weekley | Mid $300s (Elyson's page) |
| Perry Homes | Low $400s (Elyson's page) |
| Newmark Homes, Toll Brothers, Westin Homes | Mid $400s (Elyson's page) |
Elyson's builder page shows a 2016-2019 copyright, so confirm its prices with each builder.
Resale prices
Closed MLS sales in ZIP 77493, October 2025 through September 2026: 3,046 homes at a typical price near $337,000 (the median of the 12 monthly medians) and an average near $389,000. The ZIP covers other Katy communities, so the figures describe the ZIP, not Elyson alone. See our ZIP 77493 guide.
HOA dues and property taxes
HOA. Elyson's website does not publish dues. On a resale home, ask for the association's resale certificate; on new construction, ask the builder for the HOA document.
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County, Flood Control District, Harris Health, Port of Houston Authority | $0.6715 | 2026 |
| Katy ISD (west of Peek Road) | $1.1171 | 2026 |
| Cy-Fair ISD (east of Peek Road) | $1.0669 | 2025; Proposition A on the November 3, 2026 ballot could raise it to $1.1569 |
| Utility district | Set by the district; the newest Harris County districts run up to $1.50 | 2025 county table |
At $450,000 before exemptions, the county entities plus Katy ISD come to $1.7886 per $100, or $8,049 a year, and each $1.00 of utility district rate adds $4,500, before any emergency services or college district. Confirm every rate with the Harris County Tax Office and the seller's MUD notice; see our MUD and PID guide.
Schools
Elyson says school zoning follows Peek Road: Katy ISD to the west, Cy-Fair ISD to the east. Each campus's 2026 TEA overall rating links to its TEA report. Harmony School of Excellence - Katy, an open-enrollment public charter on site, is rated A. Zoning can change; confirm with the district.
| District | Schools and 2026 TEA overall rating |
|---|---|
| Katy ISD | Boudny Elementary: B; Youngblood Elementary: C; McElwain Elementary: C; Nelson Junior High: B; Freeman High School: A |
| Cy-Fair ISD | Walker Elementary: B; Rowe Middle School: B; Cypress Park High School: B |
Getting around
| From the Elyson association office to | Miles | Drive time without traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Houston (City Hall) | 32.6 | 46 minutes |
| Energy Corridor | 15.3 | 24 minutes |
| Galleria | 27.0 | 42 minutes |
| Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) | 34.5 | 58 minutes |
Rush-hour drives take longer; test your own commute on the Grand Parkway and FM 529.
Amenities
Elyson lists Lakeside Landing, opened in February 2024 on a 31-acre lake, with a beach-entry pool, a lap pool, a 24-hour fitness center and a splash pad; Elyson House, with a pool and fitness center; Elyson Commons at Bear Creek, a 145-acre park with a Great Lawn and a fenced dog park; tennis and pickleball courts; and six parks. A 17.5-acre town center is planned at the Grand Parkway and FM 529.
Flood information
Flood risk is specific to each address. Use the official sources: the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, the Harris County Flood Control District's Flood Education Mapping Tool and MAAPnext, the seller's disclosure notice on a resale home, an elevation certificate and a flood insurance quote. Our flood zone guide explains how to read them.
How we represent new-construction buyers
Register us with the builder before or at your first visit. Many builders recognize a buyer's agent only if registered by the buyer's first visit, and the model-home sales agent represents the builder, not you. Since January 1, 2026, Texas law (Occupations Code Section 1101.563) requires a written agreement with your agent before an agent shows you a home. We read the builder's contract with you, schedule your own inspector at pre-drywall and before the final walk-through, and ask each builder about incentives such as rate buydowns or closing-cost help. Read our buyer's guide, contracts guide and builders directory.
Questions buyers ask about Elyson
What is the property tax rate in Elyson?
It depends on the address. The Harris County entities total $0.6715 per $100 for 2026, Katy ISD levies $1.1171 for 2026, and a utility district adds its own rate; at $1.00 the total is about $2.79, against roughly $2.13 in the City of Houston and Houston ISD.
What are the HOA dues in Elyson?
Elyson's website does not publish them, and we found no figure from an official source. On a resale home, ask for the resale certificate; on new construction, ask the builder for the HOA document.
What schools serve Elyson, and how are they rated?
West of Peek Road, Katy ISD lists Boudny Elementary (B), Youngblood Elementary (C), McElwain Elementary (C), Nelson Junior High (B) and Freeman High School (A). East of it, Cy-Fair ISD lists Walker Elementary (B), Rowe Middle School (B) and Cypress Park High School (B), all 2026 TEA ratings.
How far is Elyson from Downtown Houston?
About 33 miles and 46 minutes without traffic from the Elyson association office, by OpenStreetMap routing. The Energy Corridor is 15 miles and 24 minutes away, the Galleria 27 miles and 42 minutes, and Bush Intercontinental Airport 35 miles and 58 minutes.
Which builders sell new homes in Elyson?
Elyson lists Beazer, Brookfield Residential, Chesmar, David Weekley, Highland, Newmark, Perry, Toll Brothers and Westin. Beazer starts at $329,990, Brookfield Residential at $356,990 and Highland at the $470s.
Is Elyson in a flood zone?
Flood status depends on the address. Look the property up on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and the Harris County Flood Control District's Flood Education Mapping Tool, read the seller's disclosure notice on a resale home, and ask for an elevation certificate and a flood insurance quote.
How long does it take to build a home in Elyson?
A home built from the foundation commonly takes six to twelve months, according to our new-construction contracts guide. Quick move-in homes on Brookfield and Highland pages in October 2026 show estimated move-in dates in November and December 2026.
What do resale homes in Elyson's ZIP code sell for?
In ZIP 77493, which covers Elyson and other Katy communities, 3,046 homes sold from October 2025 through September 2026 at a typical price near $337,000 and an average near $389,000.
Sources
- Elyson, checked October 30, 2026: home, builders, schools, amenities, location.
- Builder pages, checked October 30, 2026: Beazer, Brookfield 40-foot and 50-foot, Highland.
- Houston Agent Magazine, Elyson profile, January 7, 2019 (2016 opening, acreage, homes); Covering Katy, Elyson Town Center, September 15, 2024.
- Harris County Tax Office, Jurisdiction Tax Rates, October 30, 2026; Fort Bend County Tax Assessor-Collector, 2026 Tax Rates and Exemptions (Katy ISD); Community Impact, Cy-Fair ISD, August 3, 2026; ABC13, Cy-Fair ISD election, August 17, 2026.
- Texas Education Agency, 2026 accountability ratings, tea.texas.gov, with campus reports linked above.
- Compean Group analysis of closed MLS sales in ZIP 77493, October 2025 through September 2026, from this site's sold-price statistics, October 30, 2026.
- Distances and county: OpenStreetMap data (Harris County) through the OSRM router, from the association office at 23623 Elyson Falls Drive (29.871, -95.784, Census Geocoder), without traffic, October 30, 2026.
- Flood tools: FEMA, Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool, MAAPnext. Buyer agreements: Senate Bill 1968 (2025).
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Updated October 30, 2026.