Is The Woodlands Hills a Good Place to Buy a Home?
The Woodlands Hills is a separate master-planned community of about 2,000 acres in Willis and Conroe, Montgomery County, about 13 miles north of The Woodlands township. Builders list new homes from the mid $300s, ZIP 77318 recorded 957 closed MLS sales in 12 months at a typical price of about $305,500, and the Willis ISD campuses it lists hold 2026 TEA ratings of B and C. Combined property tax runs about $2.99 to $3.35 per $100 depending on the section, and The Woodlands Town Center is about 26 minutes away without traffic.
Where The Woodlands Hills is and what it is
The Woodlands Hills is a separate master-planned community in Willis and Conroe, Montgomery County, about 13 miles north of The Woodlands township. It is not part of The Woodlands: it has its own homeowners association, is zoned to Willis ISD and pays either MUD 128A or MUD 129. Howard Hughes Communities (The Howard Hughes Corporation when it broke ground in 2017) is the developer, with about 2,000 acres and more than 4,500 homes planned. The Welcome Center is at 1460 N. Teralyn Hills Drive, Willis, ZIP 77318, on FM 830 west of I-45.
The Conroe-address section is in MUD 128A and the City of Conroe; the Willis-address section is in MUD 129, the City of Willis and ESD 1. See our ZIP 77318 guide and, for comparison, our guide to The Woodlands.
Builders and new-home prices
Starting prices as listed on the builders' sites in October 2026. The developer's own range is the upper $200s to $800s, and its builder page shows no prices.
| Builder | Starting price listed |
|---|---|
| Century Communities | From the mid $300s; plans from $324,900 |
| David Weekley Homes | 60-foot lots from $482,990; 70-foot lots from $571,990; a Reserve Collection is also selling (price not shown) |
| Highland Homes | From the $590s |
| Chesmar, DRB, J. Patrick, Perry, Ravenna and Westin | On the developer's builder page; prices not shown |
Resale prices
ZIP 77318 recorded 957 closed MLS sales from October 2025 through September 2026, at a typical price of about $305,500 (the median of the 12 monthly medians) and an average near $351,000. The ZIP covers far more than the community, so read this as area context.
HOA dues and property taxes
The developer's FAQ lists HOA dues of $1,005 a year, which include access to all amenities. Tax rates per $100 of value:
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $0.3860 | 2026 |
| Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 | 2026 |
| Lone Star College System | $0.1058 | 2026 |
| Willis ISD | $0.9998 | 2026 |
| City of Conroe (Conroe-address section) | $0.4272 | 2026 |
| City of Willis (Willis-address section) | $0.6113 | 2026 |
| Montgomery County ESD 1 (Willis-address section) | $0.1000 | 2026 |
| MUD 128A (Conroe-address section) | $1.0300 | 2025 |
| MUD 129 (Willis-address section) | $1.1000 | 2025 |
The Conroe-address section totals about $2.99 per $100 and the Willis-address section about $3.35, or roughly $12,000 and $13,400 a year on a $400,000 home before exemptions. The county and district rates are 2026 adopted rates; 2026 MUD rates were not yet posted on October 30, 2026, so the table uses 2025 MUD rates, and the MUD notice you receive before signing shows the current one. Confirm with a tax professional; more in MUD and PID taxes around Houston.
Schools
Willis ISD campuses the developer lists, with 2026 TEA overall ratings (each name links to its TEA report). Meador and Brabham are next to the community.
| Campus | Level | 2026 TEA rating |
|---|---|---|
| W. Lloyd Meador Elementary | Elementary | C |
| Robert P. Brabham Middle | Middle | C |
| Willis High | High | B |
Zoning can change, so confirm the zoned schools for a specific address with Willis ISD.
Getting around
Driving distance and time without traffic from the Welcome Center at 1460 N. Teralyn Hills Drive:
| Destination | Miles | Minutes |
|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Town Center | 18.3 | 26 |
| Conroe (Montgomery County Courthouse) | 7.9 | 13 |
| Bush Intercontinental Airport | 40.2 | 57 |
| Downtown Houston (City Hall) | 46.6 | 58 |
Amenities
The developer lists 112 acres of open space, 20 planned neighborhood parks and over 10 miles of trails along Stewart's Creek. Founders Park covers 17 acres with an activity center, fitness center, pools, a lazy river, a playground, a dog park and tennis courts. Pollinator Park, the newest park, was announced as open in October 2026.
Flood information
Flood zones are set by address, not by community. Look up the exact address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and Montgomery County's Floodplain Administration maps page. On a resale, read the Seller's Disclosure Notice; a never-occupied new home has none, so ask the builder about the lot's elevation and drainage. Also get an elevation certificate and a flood insurance quote. We provide these tools and links; the official maps, disclosure and quote are the sources to rely on. See flood zones and elevation certificates in Houston.
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 then, and a walk-in without us can be treated as unrepresented. The builder's on-site agent represents the builder; we represent you. Builders use their own contracts, so we review deposits, completion dates and warranty terms with you. Bring your own inspector at pre-drywall and the final walk-through, and ask each builder about incentives such as rate buydowns or closing-cost help, with terms in writing. See how we work with new-construction buyers, builder contracts and walkthroughs and Houston builders.
Questions buyers ask about The Woodlands Hills
Is The Woodlands Hills part of The Woodlands?
No. It is a separate community in Willis and Conroe, about 13 miles north of The Woodlands township, with its own homeowners association, Willis ISD schools and its own MUD tax. The Woodlands Town Center is 18 miles and 26 minutes away without traffic.
What are property taxes and HOA dues in The Woodlands Hills?
HOA dues are $1,005 a year, per the developer. With 2026 rates and 2025 MUD rates, the total is about $2.99 per $100 in the Conroe-address section (MUD 128A) and $3.35 in the Willis-address section (MUD 129), or roughly $12,000 to $13,400 a year on a $400,000 home before exemptions.
How are the schools rated?
Willis ISD serves the community. Meador Elementary and Brabham Middle, both next to it, hold 2026 TEA ratings of C, and Willis High holds a B. Zoning can change, so confirm each address with Willis ISD.
How far is The Woodlands Hills from Conroe, Houston and the airport?
From the Welcome Center, Conroe is about 8 miles and 13 minutes without traffic, Bush Intercontinental Airport about 40 miles and 57 minutes, and Downtown Houston about 47 miles and 58 minutes.
Which builders sell in The Woodlands Hills?
Century Communities, David Weekley Homes and Highland Homes list prices in October 2026, from the mid $300s to the $590s and up. Chesmar, DRB, J. Patrick, Perry, Ravenna and Westin also build there. The developer's range is the upper $200s to $800s.
Is The Woodlands Hills in a flood zone?
Flood zones are set by address. Look up the exact address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and Montgomery County's Floodplain Administration maps page, read the Seller's Disclosure Notice on a resale, and ask for an elevation certificate and a flood insurance quote.
How long does it take to build a new home in The Woodlands Hills?
David Weekley and Century Communities list quick move-in homes with ready dates from December 2026 to March 2027. Our new-construction guide describes six to twelve months for a home built from the foundation. Ask the builder for a written estimate.
What do resale homes near The Woodlands Hills sell for?
ZIP 77318, which covers far more than the community, recorded 957 closed MLS sales from October 2025 through September 2026 at a typical price of about $305,500 and an average near $351,000. Monthly typical prices ranged from $264,500 to $375,000.
Register us before your first visit
Call or text (832) 777-3904, email evan@thecompeangroup.com, or use our contact page. We speak English and Spanish.
Sources
- The Woodlands Hills (Howard Hughes Communities): FAQs, builders, schools, amenities, location, resident resources, news, tax sheet. Checked October 30, 2026.
- Howard Hughes, groundbreaking announcement, 2017 (acreage, planned homes, location). Checked October 30, 2026.
- Montgomery County Tax Office, Tax Rate Information (2026 rates; 2025 MUD rates). Checked October 30, 2026.
- Texas Comptroller, 2025 special district rates and levies (MUD 128A and MUD 129). Checked October 30, 2026.
- Builder pages: Century Communities, David Weekley 60-foot and 70-foot, and Highland Homes. Checked October 30, 2026.
- Texas Education Agency, 2026 accountability ratings (campus reports linked above). Checked October 30, 2026.
- Compean Group analysis of closed MLS sales, ZIP 77318, October 2025 to September 2026. Checked October 30, 2026.
- OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data; coordinates from the U.S. Census Bureau Geocoder. Checked October 30, 2026.
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center; Montgomery County Floodplain Administration. Checked October 30, 2026.
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Updated October 30, 2026.