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Want a 2010s home with a recreation center and lake trails in Cypress? Canyon Lakes West has them. The tradeoff is the tax bill: MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025.
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Canyon Lakes West from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
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Canyon Lakes West and its neighbors, on one map.
Tap the gold dot for Canyon Lakes West’s HAR figures and tax units; colored dots are groceries, parks and hospitals with verified coordinates. Gray dots are nearby neighborhoods to compare.
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Neighborhood dots are approximate centers; we don’t draw subdivision, city or district boundaries. Filter rules: Golf nearby: Nearest golf course 1 mile or less (straight line from the neighborhood center). Near parks: A mapped park 1.5 miles or less from the neighborhood center. Larger homes: HAR 2025 median home size of 2,800 sq ft or more. Established: HAR 2025 median year built before 1995. Newer homes: HAR 2025 median year built 2010 or later. Larger lots: HAR 2025 median lot of 9,000 sq ft or more.
Daily life
What everyday life in Canyon Lakes West looks like.
From the area’s own records and each place’s official page. Places without verified coordinates are described here but not mapped.
Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Canyon Lakes West’s center): H-E-B Market at Tuckerton, 2.1 mi; Bridgeland H-E-B, 4.1 mi.
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, 4.4 mi; Houston Methodist West Hospital, 7.9 mi.
Golf nearby
Courses within about 5 miles (straight line): BlackHorse Golf Club, 3.9 mi. Membership or green fees are separate from owning a home.
Neighborhood comparison
Canyon Lakes West and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
Tap Compare on Canyon Lakes West and one or two neighbors to line up HAR figures, dues and tax units.
Canyon Lakes West
Canyon Lakes West is a newer master-planned community north of FM 529 near Fry Road in Cypress, ZIP 77433, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $430KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,020Median sq ft
- 2013Median year built
- HC MUD 165: $0.8200 per $100 (2025)
Towne Lake
Cypress, northwest Harris County, off Barker Cypress Road and US 290; bordered by US 290, West Road and Barker Cypress Road with access to I-10 and the Grand Parkway (trade press).
- $597KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,390Median sq ft
- 2018Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 2.6 mi
- HC MUD No. 500: $0.8500 per $100 (current (as posted by the district's tax assessor, Oct 2026)) and 2 more
Cypress Creek Lakes
Cypress Creek Lakes is a lake and trail community off Fry Road in unincorporated Harris County, ZIP 77433, in Cy-Fair ISD.
- $564KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,430Median sq ft
- 2013Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 0.6 mi
- Cypress Creek Lakes Property Owners Association (Phases 1 and 2): $900 per year (as posted Oct. 2026 (year not stated))
- HC MUD 374 (Phases 1 and 2): $0.5200 per $100 (2025) and 1 more
Bridgeland
Northwest Harris County with direct access to the Grand Parkway (developer); TxDOT says Grand Parkway Segment E runs from I-10 West near Katy to US 290 near Cypress.
HAR has no 2025 neighborhood figures for this section. Ask for recent sales.
Cypress
Large master-planned communities along 290.
- 2013Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 1.1 mi
- Cypress Hill MUD 1: $0.5100 per $100 (2025)
Elyson
Northwest Katy area in Harris County, west of the Grand Parkway (SH 99) along FM 529.
- $444KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,732Median sq ft
- 2021Median year built
- HC MUD No. 457: $1.4158 per $100 (2025) and 2 more
Fairfield
Fairfield is a Friendswood Development master-planned community that opened in 1988 along the US 290 corridor in Cypress, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- 2008Median year built
Anniston
North Katy area, ZIP 77493; Lennar's Welcome Home Center is at 6802 Harvest Wheat Lane, Katy 77493.
- $162KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,725Median sq ft
- 2024Median year built
- HC MUD No. 539: $1.5000 per $100 (2025)
Sunterra
West Katy, west of Pitts Road, running from Clay Road to just north of Beckendorff Road, near the Grand Parkway roughly midway between I-10 and US 290 (Katy Times); Community Impact places it along Clay and Pitts roads.
- $302KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,020Median sq ft
- 2024Median year built
- HC MUD No. 569: $1.5000 per $100 (current (as posted by the district's tax assessor, Oct 2026))
Northpointe
Northpointe is a group of subdivisions along Northpointe Boulevard west of SH 249 in Harris County, with a Tomball 77377 address: Wildwood at Northpointe, Canyon Gate at Northpointe,…
- 2007Median year built
Home figures: HAR.com 2025 Facts, as HAR shows them. Dues and tax rates: official sources with the year. Aerials: USGS The National Map (public domain).
Five things you might not know
Canyon Lakes West details worth knowing.
- 01
North of FM 529 near Fry Road
Community Impact reported that Harris County MUD 165 covers about 3,400 acres north of FM 529 around Fry Road and serves communities including Canyon Lakes West and Miramesa.5
- 02
2010s homes
HAR's 2025 facts for the Canyon Lakes West subdivision count 878 single-family homes with a median year built of 2013, a median of 3,020 sq ft and a median lot of 8,255 sq ft.1
- 03
Values
HAR's 2025 median market value is $429,577, with a typical range of $289K to $510K. HAR lists Pine Creek, Villas and Gates at Canyon Lakes West as separate subdivisions.1
- 04
A recreation center from 2016-2017
The state's accessibility registry lists the Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center at 20526 Morrison Grove Drive, registered in November 2016 with construction starting December 2016.3
- 05
Lake trails
The registry also lists the Pine Creek Lake Trail System at Canyon Lakes West, off Fry Road at Chilton Bluff Boulevard, starting March 2018.4
Getting around
From Canyon Lakes West to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: Fry Road to US 290 and its HOV lane, and the Grand Parkway's Segment E between US 290 and I-10.67
Straight-line distance, not road miles. Traffic changes by the hour, so we don’t publish drive times; the route link opens Google Maps with current traffic, which is an estimate, not a guarantee.
Neighborhood matchmaker
Which nearby neighborhood fits you best?
Compare Canyon Lakes West with nearby neighborhoods in five questions. Matches use only HAR 2025 neighborhood figures, official tax rates and straight-line distances, never anything about who lives there.
Canyon Lakes West market dashboard
What the market around Canyon Lakes West is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Canyon Lakes West alone. HAR’s Cypress North and Cypress South market areas cover the communities around Canyon Lakes West; we don’t claim Canyon Lakes West sits inside either one. These are HAR’s own monthly single-family figures, read Nov. 6, 2026; HAR’s market areas have their own boundaries, so read them as the bigger picture.
Cypress North
HAR market area · single-family
- $370,500Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 96Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 577Active listings, Oct 2026
- 4.5Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 32.5Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +4.5%Active listings vs. a year ago
Cypress South
HAR market area · single-family
- $410,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 158Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 1143Active listings, Oct 2026
- 4.9Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 33.5Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +4.1%Active listings vs. a year ago
HAR 2025 Facts for Canyon Lakes West: median market value $429,577, typical range $289K - $510K, median home 3,020 sq ft on a 8,255 sq ft lot, median year built 20131.
Monthly trends
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (single-family sold and active tables). Reporting month shown on each point.
Neighborhood comparisons
HAR.com neighborhood pages, “2025 Facts” (checked Oct. 14, 2026). Neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals. HAR market areas and neighborhoods have different boundaries, so compare like with like.
Greater Houston for context (September 2026): $325,000 median sale price, 40,192 active listings, 5.5 months of inventory. HAR, released Oct. 14, 202610.
What it means: months of inventory near 5 to 6 is usually called balanced. Subdivision-level pending sales and price reductions aren’t on HAR’s public pages; Michael can pull them from the MLS.
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Homeownership costs
What it costs to own in Canyon Lakes West.
Harris County MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025, and parts of the district add a defined-area rate.2
Nothing is pre-filled for insurance. Get quotes for the specific address, including flood, even outside a mapped zone.
No rate is filled in for you. For reference, Freddie Mac’s average 30-year rate was 7.32% the week of Oct. 22, 2026. Lenders quote by credit and loan type.
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Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year2. Harris County units: Harris County (2026), Harris County Flood Control District (2026), Harris County Hospital District (2026), Port of Houston Authority (2026), Harris County Department of Education (2025).
Before you move here
The Good, The Bad & The Reality.
Want a 2010s home with a recreation center and lake trails in Cypress? Canyon Lakes West has them. The tradeoff is the tax bill: MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025.
The Good
- Newer homesHAR's 2025 median year built is 2013.1
- A recreation centerThe Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center at 20526 Morrison Grove Drive began construction in December 2016.3
- Lake trailsThe Pine Creek Lake Trail System off Fry Road at Chilton Bluff Boulevard started construction in March 2018.4
- Values under $510KHAR's 2025 median market value is $429,577, with a typical range of $289K to $510K.1
The Bad
- A high utility district rateHarris County MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025, and parts of the district add a defined-area rate.2
- A big district, still growingCommunity Impact reported MUD 165 serves about 8,000 homes on roughly 3,400 acres and voters approved a $210 million bond in 2019.5
- Langham Creek drainageMUD 165 does drainage work along Langham Creek with HCFCD; check the lot's flood zone.511
- Several subdivisions share the nameHAR lists Pine Creek, Villas and Gates at Canyon Lakes West separately from the main subdivision.12
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineCanyon Lakes West gives you a newer house and real amenities for the price, but run the full tax bill before you compare it with older Cypress neighborhoods. I would check whether a defined-area MUD rate applies, read the flood zone near Langham Creek, and confirm which Canyon Lakes West subdivision the home is in.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a 2010s home under about $500K in Cypress
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a recreation center and lake trails
- You may love it ifBuyers who drive the Grand Parkway or US 290
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a lower MUD rate, compare Coles Crossing.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want larger lots, look at Lakes of Fairhaven.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Canyon Lakes West gives you a newer house and real amenities for the price, but run the full tax bill before you compare it with older Cypress neighborhoods. I would check whether a defined-area MUD rate applies, read the flood zone near Langham Creek, and confirm which Canyon Lakes West subdivision the home is in.
Schools
Schools for a Canyon Lakes West address.
Use each district’s own lookup for the exact address.
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. We don’t publish ratings or rankings.
Flood research
Flood research for a Canyon Lakes West address.
MUD 165 does drainage work along Langham Creek with HCFCD; check the lot's flood zone.511
Research flood information for an address
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterOfficial effective flood map for the address
- Harris County Flood Education Mapping ToolFEMA floodplains relative to structures
- MAAPnext interactive mapDraft next-generation maps and “Know Your Risk”
- Harris County Flood Warning SystemLive rainfall and stream gauges
- Our flood map guideHow to read the official maps
No map can say a property won’t flood. Check the official map, the seller’s disclosure, flood insurance and the elevation of the specific home. Michael is a broker, not a flood engineer or insurance agent.
Compare
Canyon Lakes West vs. nearby choices.
HAR 2025 values where HAR publishes them, straight-line distances and links to each full guide. Nothing here is a rating.
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Questions buyers actually ask
Canyon Lakes West questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Canyon Lakes West?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Canyon Lakes West” show a median market value of $429,577, a typical range of $289K - $510K, a median home of 3,020 sq ft on a 8,255 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 2013. They are HAR’s neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals.
Source: HAR.com 2025 Facts (checked Oct. 14, 2026).
Which local taxing units apply in Canyon Lakes West besides Harris County?
Our records show Cy-Fair ISD at $1.0669 per $100 (2025); Harris County MUD 165 at $0.8200 per $100 (2025); Harris County ESD 9 at $0.0388 per $100 (2025); Lone Star College System at $0.1060 per $100 (2025). Rates and years are as each office lists them; the HCAD account for a specific address shows which units apply.
Sources: hctax.net.
What did HAR’s Cypress North market area show this fall for buyers looking at Canyon Lakes West?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $370,500 for single-family homes in its Cypress North market area, with 96 sales that month, 577 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 4.5 months of inventory. HAR’s area has its own boundaries; ask for a subdivision-level report before pricing or offering.
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026).
More questions and answers are in the resource center below.
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- Checking the tax units, any deed restrictions and the resale certificate before the option period ends
- Listing preparation and professional marketing
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- Relocation help for out-of-town buyers
- Transaction coordination from contract to close
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Canyon Lakes West at a Glance
North of FM 529 near Fry Road. Community Impact reported that Harris County MUD 165 covers about 3,400 acres north of FM 529 around Fry Road and serves communities including Canyon Lakes West and Miramesa. Community Impact: Cypress-area MUD 165 passes bond referendum (2019)
2010s homes. HAR's 2025 facts for the Canyon Lakes West subdivision count 878 single-family homes with a median year built of 2013, a median of 3,020 sq ft and a median lot of 8,255 sq ft. HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts
Values. HAR's 2025 median market value is $429,577, with a typical range of $289K to $510K. HAR lists Pine Creek, Villas and Gates at Canyon Lakes West as separate subdivisions. HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts HAR.com: 77433 neighborhoods
A recreation center from 2016-2017. The state's accessibility registry lists the Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center at 20526 Morrison Grove Drive, registered in November 2016 with construction starting December 2016. TDLR: Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center (EABPRJB7804701)
Lake trails. The registry also lists the Pine Creek Lake Trail System at Canyon Lakes West, off Fry Road at Chilton Bluff Boulevard, starting March 2018. TDLR: Pine Creek Lake Trail System at Canyon Lakes West (EABPRJB8807810)
One large utility district. MUD 165 owns and operates water and sewer plants and does drainage work along Langham Creek with the Harris County Flood Control District, according to Community Impact. Community Impact: Cypress-area MUD 165 passes bond referendum (2019)
Fry Road, US 290 and the Grand Parkway. US 290 (Northwest Freeway) with its HOV lane runs to the north, and the Grand Parkway's Segment E toll road connects US 290 with I-10 to the west. TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018) TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment E
Homes and the Canyon Lakes West Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Lakes West | 878 | 3,020 sq ft | 8,255 sq ft | 2013 | $429,577 | $289K - $510K |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts. Market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price, and a median is not the value of any one home.
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Canyon Lakes West are MLS figures that HAR’s public pages do not publish by neighborhood. Ask for a current MLS report for the sections you are considering.
Live HAR.com search for Canyon Lakes West; if it shows no homes, none are listed under that name right now. Widen the search or ask us.
Property Taxes, HOA and MUD in Canyon Lakes West
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County MUD 165 | $0.8200 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County ESD 9 | $0.038831 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Cy-Fair ISD | $1.0669 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Lone Star College System | $0.1060 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.38096 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.04966 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.18761 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.0059 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.004798 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
MUD 165 also has Defined Area 1 ($0.68 per $100, 2025) and Defined Area 2 ($0.58) rates for parts of the district; the HCAD account shows whether a defined-area rate applies on top of the district rate. Harris County Tax Office: jurisdiction tax rates
HOA and deed restrictions
No assessment amount is published by an official source, so we do not show one. The resale certificate for the address shows what it owes.
The association's current assessment is not published on an official page we could read; ask for the resale certificate. HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts
Rates are per $100 of taxable value; a tax bill also depends on the appraised value, exemptions and which units cover the address. Look an address up: Harris Central Appraisal District property search, Harris County Tax Office, True Cost of Homeownership calculator.
Schools Serving Canyon Lakes West
- Cy-Fair ISD School Zone Locator (by address)
Canyon Lakes West is in Cy-Fair ISD, which assigns campuses by address through its School Zone Locator. Confirm every campus for the exact address with the district. Cy-Fair ISD School Zone Locator
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision.
Flood and Drainage Research for Canyon Lakes West
MUD 165 coordinates drainage work along Langham Creek with HCFCD. Check the lot on FEMA's map, the draft MAAPnext maps and the seller's flood disclosure. Community Impact: Cypress-area MUD 165 passes bond referendum (2019) FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Langham Creek drains to the Addicks Reservoir system; HCFCD's Addicks Reservoir page covers that watershed. HCFCD: Addicks Reservoir watershed
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate, and price flood insurance before your option period ends.
Getting Around from Canyon Lakes West
To downtown, the Galleria side and the Medical Center: north-south roads to US 290 (Northwest Freeway), which has an HOV lane, then I-610 or I-10 inward. TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018)
Transit: METRO's 217 Cypress Park and Ride runs weekdays from US 290 and Skinner Road to downtown on the HOV express lane; routes 216 and 219 also serve the US 290 corridor. METRO: 217 Cypress Park and Ride METRO: Park and Ride routes
To the Energy Corridor and Katy: the Grand Parkway (SH 99) Segment E toll road between US 290 and I-10, which TxDOT plans to widen. TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment E
To IAH: US 290 to Beltway 8, or the Grand Parkway north and east. TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018) TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment E
We name routes rather than quote drive times, which change with the hour and the exact address. Straight-line miles to both airports are on the fact sheet below.
Canyon Lakes West Questions Buyers Ask
What utility district serves Canyon Lakes West?
Harris County MUD 165, which Community Impact reported covers about 3,400 acres north of FM 529 around Fry Road. Its 2025 adopted rate is $0.82 per $100, and parts of the district also carry a defined-area rate.
Sources: Community Impact: Cypress-area MUD 165 passes bond referendum (2019) Harris County Tax Office Checked Nov. 10, 2026
What do HAR's 2025 facts show for Canyon Lakes West?
878 single-family homes in the main subdivision, a median market value of $429,577, a typical range of $289K to $510K, a median of 3,020 sq ft on an 8,255 sq ft lot and a median year built of 2013.
Sources: HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Does Canyon Lakes West have a recreation center?
Yes. The state's accessibility registry lists the Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center at 20526 Morrison Grove Drive, with construction starting in December 2016, and a lake trail system off Fry Road starting in 2018.
Sources: TDLR: Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center (EABPRJB7804701) TDLR: Pine Creek Lake Trail System at Canyon Lakes West (EABPRJB8807810) Checked Nov. 10, 2026
How does the Canyon Lakes West tax rate compare with older Cypress communities?
MUD 165's 2025 rate of $0.82 per $100 is more than twice the $0.34 to $0.37 rates of the MUDs in Coles Crossing, a community built about a decade earlier. Compare the full bill on the HCAD account.
Sources: Harris County Tax Office Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Which school district serves Canyon Lakes West?
Cy-Fair ISD. Use the district's School Zone Locator for the exact address; assignments can change.
Sources: Cy-Fair ISD School Zone Locator Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Canyon Lakes West? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a 2010s home with a recreation center and lake trails in Cypress? Canyon Lakes West has them. The tradeoff is the tax bill: MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- Newer homes
- A recreation center
- Lake trails
What Might Surprise You
- A high utility district rate
- A big district, still growing
- Langham Creek drainage
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: H-E-B Market at Tuckerton, 2.1 mi
- ER: HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, 4.4 mi
- Shopping: Katy Mills, 10 mi
- Park: Terry Hershey Park, 9.9 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Canyon Lakes West gives you a newer house and real amenities for the price, but run the full tax bill before you compare it with older Cypress neighborhoods.
Compare nearby:
Four Reasons People Love Living in Canyon Lakes West
- 1Newer homes
HAR's 2025 median year built is 2013.
- 2A recreation center
The Canyon Lakes West Recreation Center at 20526 Morrison Grove Drive began construction in December 2016.
- 3Lake trails
The Pine Creek Lake Trail System off Fry Road at Chilton Bluff Boulevard started construction in March 2018.
- 4Values under $510K
HAR's 2025 median market value is $429,577, with a typical range of $289K to $510K.
Four Things You Should Know Before Moving to Canyon Lakes West
- 1A high utility district rate
Harris County MUD 165 adopted $0.82 per $100 for 2025, and parts of the district add a defined-area rate.
- 2A big district, still growing
Community Impact reported MUD 165 serves about 8,000 homes on roughly 3,400 acres and voters approved a $210 million bond in 2019.
- 3Langham Creek drainage
MUD 165 does drainage work along Langham Creek with HCFCD; check the lot's flood zone.
Community Impact: MUD 165 bond referendum (2019) FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- 4Several subdivisions share the name
HAR lists Pine Creek, Villas and Gates at Canyon Lakes West separately from the main subdivision.
Who Might Love Canyon Lakes West?
- Buyers who want a 2010s home under about $500K in Cypress
- Buyers who want a recreation center and lake trails
- Buyers who drive the Grand Parkway or US 290
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a lower MUD rate, compare Coles Crossing.
- If you want larger lots, look at Lakes of Fairhaven.
Everyday Convenience in Canyon Lakes West
- Fry Road access The trail system and community sit off Fry Road north of FM 529. Community Impact: MUD 165 bond referendum (2019) TDLR: EABPRJB8807810
Main routes: Fry Road to US 290 and its HOV lane, and the Grand Parkway's Segment E between US 290 and I-10. TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018) TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment E
| Nearest H-E-B | H-E-B Market at Tuckerton 2.1 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Bridgeland H-E-B 4.1 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at H-E-B Market at Tuckerton 2.1 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress 4.4 mi |
| Major shopping | Katy Mills 10 mi |
| Parks and nature | Terry Hershey Park 9.9 mi |
| Golf | BlackHorse Golf Club 3.9 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 22 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 31 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Canyon Lakes West, not driving distance or time; your street and route change the real trip. Each place links to its official site; a list is not a recommendation.
The Real Estate Reality
| Median market value | $429,577 | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $289K - $510K | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
| Median home size | 3,020 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
| Median lot | 8,255 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
| Median year built | 2013 | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
| Single-family homes | 878 | HAR 2025 facts (Canyon Lakes West) |
| Tax rate: Harris County MUD 165 | $0.8200 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Harris County ESD 9 | $0.038831 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Cy-Fair ISD | $1.0669 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Canyon Lakes West come from the MLS, and HAR’s public pages do not publish them by neighborhood, so we do not show them here. Ask for a current MLS report for the streets you are considering. Full sources are on the Canyon Lakes West Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Canyon Lakes West gives you a newer house and real amenities for the price, but run the full tax bill before you compare it with older Cypress neighborhoods. I would check whether a defined-area MUD rate applies, read the flood zone near Langham Creek, and confirm which Canyon Lakes West subdivision the home is in.
Canyon Lakes West vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Canyon Lakes West vs. Coles Crossing
Choose Coles Crossing and you gain: Lower 2025 MUD rates ($0.34 to $0.37).
You give up: Canyon Lakes West's newer homes and lower HAR values.
Canyon Lakes West vs. Cypress Creek Lakes
Choose Cypress Creek Lakes and you gain: Another 2010s Cypress master plan with lakes and pools.
You give up: Canyon Lakes West's lower HAR median value.
Questions buyers ask about Canyon Lakes West
Is Canyon Lakes West a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a 2010s home under about $500K with a recreation center and lake trails. Check the MUD 165 rate and any defined-area rate, and the flood zone near Langham Creek.
Sources: HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts TDLR: EABPRJB7804701 TDLR: EABPRJB8807810 Checked Nov 10, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Canyon Lakes West?
MUD 165's 2025 rate is $0.82 per $100, much higher than older Cypress districts, and the district is still issuing bonds. Several subdivisions share the name, so confirm which one a home is in.
Sources: HAR.com: Canyon Lakes West 2025 Facts TDLR: EABPRJB7804701 TDLR: EABPRJB8807810 Checked Nov 10, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 10, 2026. Facts link to their sources; Michael’s take is his opinion.
Every neighborhood has its advantages and tradeoffs. Before you buy, let’s talk about what actually matters to you.
Michael O’Neal
Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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Neighborhood fact sheet
Canyon Lakes West Fact Sheet
The key facts on one sheet. Every figure links to its source, and each card shows the date it was last checked (sheet updated Nov 10, 2026).
Check the address. Property taxes, flood zone, HOA dues and school assignments are set for each address and can differ between homes in the same neighborhood. Before relying on anything on this sheet, look the address up in the official tools linked here.
Homes
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median year built | Median market value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Lakes West | 878 | 3,020 sq ft | 2013 | $429,577 |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts (market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price). A neighborhood median is not the value of any one home. Full market snapshot.
Checked Nov 10, 2026
Property taxes
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County MUD 165 | $0.8200 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County ESD 9 | $0.038831 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Cy-Fair ISD | $1.0669 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Lone Star College System | $0.1060 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County | $0.38096 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Flood Control District | $0.04966 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Hospital District | $0.18761 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.0059 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.004798 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
Official rates we could confirm, per $100 of taxable value. A tax bill also depends on which units cover the address, its appraised value and its exemptions. All tax details on this page.
- Harris Central Appraisal District property search
- Harris County Tax Office
- True Cost of Homeownership calculator
Checked Nov 10, 2026
HOA dues
Associations and deed restrictions differ by subdivision here. Ask the seller for the resale certificate and the recorded restrictions for the specific address.
Schools
- Cy-Fair ISD School Zone Locator (by address)
School assignments and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before making a housing decision. School notes on this page.
Flood research
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Harris County Flood Control District - Harris County Flood Education Mapping Tool
- How to read Houston flood maps
Flood zones are mapped parcel by parcel, and no guide can tell you whether a particular house has flooded or will flood. Ask the seller for the flood disclosure and any elevation certificate. Flood notes on this page.
Nearby essentials
Hospitals with an emergency room
Shopping
- Katy Mills 10 mi
- CITYCENTRE 12 mi
- Town & Country Village 12 mi
Parks and nature
- Terry Hershey Park 9.9 mi
- Zube Park 11 mi
- Kleb Woods Nature Preserve 12 mi
Golf clubs and courses
- BlackHorse Golf Club 3.9 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Canyon Lakes West, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Canyon Lakes West on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
Thinking About Buying or Selling in Canyon Lakes West?
Every neighborhood has its advantages and tradeoffs. Let me help you understand the market, the costs and what to look for before making a decision.
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Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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Researched and checked Nov. 10, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Cypress · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Canyon Lakes West, 2025 Facts
- Cy-Fair ISD
- TDLR: EABPRJB7804701
- TDLR: EABPRJB8807810
- Community Impact: Cypress-area MUD 165 passes bond referendum (2019)
- TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018)
- TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment E
- HAR.com, Cypress North market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Cypress South market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- HAR.com: 77433 neighborhoods
Community facts: city, district and association records, the Harris County appraisal district and tax office, HAR.com and each place’s official page (records checked Oct. 21-Nov. 3, 2026). Market areas: HAR.com (read Nov. 8, 2026). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors, tiles OpenFreeMap; imagery USGS The National Map.