Cross Creek Ranch
Cross Creek Ranch Neighborhood Guide
Cross Creek Ranch is a 3,200-acre master-planned community in Fulshear, in Fort Bend County west of Katy. Development began in 2006, and Johnson Development sold its final new home in May 2026, so buying here now means buying a resale home.
- Type
- Master-planned community
- City or county
- Inside the City of Fulshear (Community Impact, 2022); the City of Fulshear provides the community's water. Confirm any lot with the city's address lookup.
- County
- Fort Bend
- School district
- Lamar CISD, Katy ISD
- ZIP code
- 77441, 77494
- Median market value (HAR 2025)
- $850,962
- Median year built (HAR 2025)
- 2018
Photos from nearby, for a sense of the area (about 0.9 miles straight line from Cross Creek Ranch).
Cross Creek Ranch at a Glance
Fulshear, west of Katy. The developer places Cross Creek Ranch in Fulshear, just west of Katy, with Texas Heritage Parkway as its main road. HAR lists its neighborhoods in Fort Bend County with ZIP codes 77441 and 77494. Cross Creek Ranch (developer site) Johnson Development: completed communities HAR.com: Creek Cove at Cross Creek Ranch
Twenty years of building. Trendmaker Homes began development on about 3,200 acres in 2006, Johnson Development bought the community in 2012, the last lots went to builders in 2024 and the final new home sold in May 2026. Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026)
About 6,000 homes. Community Impact reported in 2025 that Cross Creek Ranch is a 6,000-home community with about 20,000 residents. Community Impact: last 100 homes at Cross Creek Ranch (2025)
Many sections, different ages. HAR splits the community into sections. Its 2025 facts show a median year built of 2010 in Legacy, 2014 in Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch, 2018 in Creek Cove and 2023 in Creek Rush. Bonterra is an active adult (55+) neighborhood inside the community. HAR.com: Legacy at Cross Creek Ranch HAR.com: Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch HAR.com: Creek Cove at Cross Creek Ranch
Pools, a waterpark and amenity centers. The association lists Adventure Island Waterpark (with a 140-foot slide), Flewellen Creek Pool, Greenthread Park, The Landing (clubhouse and fitness center), The Waterhole and Camp Flewellen. Pools and the fitness center are included in HOA dues for residents in good standing. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
Flewellen Creek and 60 miles of trails. Flewellen Creek, once a farm ditch, now runs about two miles through the community as a nature preserve finished in November 2020 with 150 acres of parkland. The association counts more than 60 miles of hike-and-bike trails, shared with Cross Creek West. Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Community Impact: last 100 homes at Cross Creek Ranch (2025) Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
One association with Cross Creek West. Cross Creek Ranch and Cross Creek West share the Cross Creek Ranch Community Association, and residents of both can use amenities in either. CCMC manages the association from 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community Cross Creek Ranch Community Association
Main roads. The Cross Creek West developer names FM 359, Texas Heritage Parkway, I-10 and the Westpark Tollway as the routes from this part of Fulshear toward Katy, the Energy Corridor and Houston. H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch sits at FM 1463 and Fulshear Bend Drive. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community H-E-B Newsroom: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch opens
Job centers are east. The developer pitches the location by its routes to Katy, the Energy Corridor and greater Houston, which are all east of Fulshear. Plan the commute to your own office before you choose a section. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community
Homes and the Cross Creek Ranch Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch | 1,036 | 4,296 sq ft | 11,613 sq ft | 2018 | $850,962 | $618 - $1014 K |
| Legacy At Cross Creek Ranch | 305 | 4,544 sq ft | 13,287 sq ft | 2010 | $826,623 | $658 - $1218 K |
| Lakes Of Cross Creek Ranch | 137 | 2,981 sq ft | 11,504 sq ft | 2014 | $650,478 | $578 - $1122 K |
| Creek Rush At Cross Creek Ranch | 644 | 2,973 sq ft | 7,763 sq ft | 2023 | $529,069 | $305K - $767K |
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.
No builders are selling new homes in Cross Creek Ranch: the developer sold the final new home in May 2026 and points new-home buyers to Cross Creek West, its sister community on FM 359. Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Cross Creek Ranch (developer site)
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Cross Creek Ranch 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 Cross Creek Ranch; 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 Cross Creek Ranch
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Bend County | $0.407000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend County Drainage District | $0.010000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Fulshear | $0.190549 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lamar CISD (homes in Lamar CISD) | $1.139000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Katy ISD (homes in Katy ISD) | $1.117100 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 169 | $1.120000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 170 | $0.710000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 171 | $0.770000 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 172 | $0.680000 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 173 | $0.870000 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
A home pays one MUD, not all five. The association's 2024 newsletter maps sections to Fort Bend MUDs 169 (Creek Rush), 170 (including Bonterra and The Lakes), 171, 172 and 173. The association FAQ instead mentions MUDs 151 and 152, so confirm the district on the Fort Bend CAD record or the seller's water bill. Cross Creek Ranch newsletter: What MUD am I in? (2024) Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
MUD 171, 172 and 173 had not posted 2026 rates on the county table in October 2026; the rates shown are 2025. Their 2025 rates include a contract tax ($0.38 to $0.41 per $100) on top of operations and debt. Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 171 Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 172 Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 173
Fort Bend ESD 4 adopted $0.097567 per $100 for 2026. A 2019 Community Impact tax example for Cross Creek Ranch included ESD 4; confirm whether it applies to a given address on the appraisal district record. Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend ESD 4 Community Impact: Cross Creek Ranch feature (2019)
School tax depends on the district: parts of the community are in Lamar CISD and parts in Katy ISD. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
Texas school districts exempt $140,000 of a homestead's value; file with Fort Bend CAD after closing. Texas Comptroller: property tax exemptions
HOA and deed restrictions
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Cross Creek Ranch) $1,500 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch, gated) $2,706 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Quail Point, gated) $2,845 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Creek View) $1,750 per year (2026) Source
Bonterra and Lakeside Village have their own sub-associations that CCMC does not manage, so their assessments come from their own management companies. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: 2026 assessments
The association's 2023 fee schedule says the seller pays a foundation fee of 0.25% of the sales price every time a home resells, and a buyer capitalization fee equal to the current year's assessment. Ask for the current fee quote through the resale certificate. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: 2023 fee summary schedule
The community is deed-restricted. Boats, RVs, trailers and commercial vehicles cannot park on streets and must be fully screened if kept on a lot, and exterior changes need Design Review Committee approval. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
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: Fort Bend Central Appraisal District property search, Fort Bend County Tax Assessor-Collector, True Cost of Homeownership calculator.
Schools Serving Cross Creek Ranch
- Lamar CISD Find My School (by address)
- Katy ISD SARA school assignment by address
The association says Cross Creek Ranch is served by Lamar Consolidated ISD and Katy ISD depending on the address, and tells buyers to confirm zoning with the district. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
Use Lamar CISD's School Finder or Katy ISD's SARA lookup for a specific address. Lamar CISD has capped enrollment at some fast-growing campuses, so check the current assignment before you buy. Lamar CISD: School Finder and enrollment notices Katy ISD: attendance zones (SARA)
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 Cross Creek Ranch
Flewellen Creek runs about two miles through the community. Johnson Development restored it from an agricultural ditch into a nature preserve, finished in November 2020. Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Community Impact: last 100 homes at Cross Creek Ranch (2025)
The association says storm drain and street flooding reports go to your MUD's utility operator, not the HOA. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
Check any address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and the Fort Bend County Drainage District's floodplain tool, which lists the county floodplain map as effective April 2, 2014. Ask the seller for an elevation certificate and flood insurance history. FEMA Flood Map Service Center Fort Bend County Drainage District: floodplain 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.
Everyday Places Near Cross Creek Ranch
Groceries
- H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch FM 1463 at Fulshear Bend Drive
- H-E-B Jordan Ranch 29711 Jordan Crossing Blvd., in Jordan Ranch north of the community
Shopping
- LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch in Cinco Ranch, east of Fulshear
- Katy Mills 5000 Katy Mills Cir., on I-10 in Katy
Hospitals and urgent care
- Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 23900 Katy Fwy., on I-10 in Katy
- Houston Methodist West Hospital 18500 Katy Fwy., on I-10 east of Katy
Fitness
- The Landing (clubhouse and fitness center) inside the community, 2800 Turning Creek Ln.
Parks and trails
- Adventure Island Waterpark inside the community, 6450 Cross Creek Bend Ln.
- Camp Flewellen inside the community, 4623 Morgans Spur Dr., on Flewellen Creek
- Eagle Landing Park City of Fulshear park
Libraries
- Fulshear Branch Library 6350 GM Library Rd., off Texas Heritage Parkway north of FM 1093
Each place links to its own site and was confirmed operating on Oct. 28, 2026. Listed by location, not a ranking or a recommendation.
Getting Around from Cross Creek Ranch
Main routes east: Texas Heritage Parkway north to I-10 (Katy Freeway), or FM 1093 east to the Westpark Tollway. The developer of Cross Creek West names FM 359, Texas Heritage Parkway, I-10 and the Westpark Tollway for trips to Katy, the Energy Corridor and Houston. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community Community Impact: Fulshear looks to preserve charm (2022)
The Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority is extending the Westpark Tollway about 4 miles along FM 1093 to Charger Way; the first 2 miles opened Feb. 28, 2026. TxDOT's FM 1093 project adds toll lanes to Cross Creek Ranch Blvd. and a four-lane divided road to FM 359. Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026) TxDOT: FM 1093 project
TxDOT is studying wider lanes on FM 1463 between I-10 and FM 1093 and on FM 359 from FM 1093 to Mason Road. Check each project page for status if a home backs to either road. TxDOT: FM 1463 project TxDOT: FM 359 project
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.
Cross Creek Ranch Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of Cross Creek Ranch?
Pros: one association runs six pool and amenity sites plus more than 60 miles of trails, Flewellen Creek runs through the community, and an H-E-B sits at FM 1463 and Fulshear Bend Drive. Cons: every home pays a MUD tax on top of the City of Fulshear rate, sellers pay a 0.25% foundation fee on each resale under the 2023 fee schedule, and the job centers are east along I-10 or the Westpark Tollway.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ H-E-B Newsroom: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch opens Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What are home values in Cross Creek Ranch?
HAR's 2025 facts show different numbers by section: a median market value of $529,069 in Creek Rush, $650,478 in Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch, $826,623 in Legacy and $850,962 in Creek Cove. Those are appraisal-based market values, not sale prices; ask for an MLS report for recent closings.
Sources: HAR.com: Creek Rush HAR.com: Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch HAR.com: Legacy Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Which MUD is my Cross Creek Ranch home in, and what is the rate?
The association's 2024 newsletter maps sections to Fort Bend MUDs 169 through 173. Adopted rates range from $0.68 (MUD 172, 2025) to $1.12 per $100 (MUD 169, which covers Creek Rush, 2026). Confirm the district on the Fort Bend CAD record, since the association FAQ names different MUD numbers.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch newsletter: What MUD am I in? (2024) Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 169 Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 172 Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Is Cross Creek Ranch inside the City of Fulshear?
Community Impact reported in 2022 that Cross Creek Ranch is inside the city, and the association says the City of Fulshear provides water and contracts trash pickup with GFL. City homes pay the city rate, $0.190549 per $100 for 2026, in addition to the county, school district and MUD.
Sources: Community Impact: Fulshear looks to preserve charm (2022) Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: utilities Fort Bend County Tax Office: City of Fulshear Checked Oct. 28, 2026
How much are HOA dues in Cross Creek Ranch?
The association lists 2026 assessments of $1,500 a year for Cross Creek Ranch, $1,750 for Creek View, $2,706 for gated Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch and $2,845 for gated Quail Point. Bonterra and Lakeside Village have separate sub-associations with their own dues.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: 2026 assessments Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Where do Cross Creek Ranch residents buy groceries?
H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch, a store of more than 100,000 square feet, opened in February 2018 at FM 1463 and Fulshear Bend Drive. Jordan Ranch's H-E-B on Jordan Crossing Blvd. opened in October 2025.
Sources: H-E-B Newsroom: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch opens Community Impact: H-E-B opens in Jordan Ranch (2025) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What roads do Cross Creek Ranch commuters use?
Texas Heritage Parkway connects FM 1093 to I-10, and the Westpark Tollway now runs farther west along FM 1093 after its first extension segment opened Feb. 28, 2026. FM 359 runs along the north side of Fulshear toward Cross Creek West.
Sources: Community Impact: Fulshear looks to preserve charm (2022) Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026) Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Can I still buy a new home in Cross Creek Ranch?
No. Johnson Development sold the last new home, in Bonterra, in May 2026, and the developer's site sends new-home buyers to Cross Creek West, which shares the same association and amenities. HAR's Creek Rush section has a 2025 median year built of 2023, so nearly new resales exist.
Sources: Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Cross Creek Ranch (developer site) Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What can I park at a Cross Creek Ranch home?
The association FAQ says boats, RVs, trailers and commercial vehicles cannot park on public or private streets, RVs cannot park overnight, and those vehicles may stay on a lot only if fully screened from view. Exterior changes need Design Review Committee approval.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What should I check before making an offer in Cross Creek Ranch?
Confirm the MUD and school district on the Fort Bend CAD record, request the resale certificate with dues, the foundation fee and any sub-association fees, and run the address in FEMA's map center and the county floodplain tool. If the home backs to FM 1463, FM 1093 or FM 359, read the TxDOT project pages.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch newsletter: What MUD am I in? (2024) Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: 2023 fee summary schedule FEMA Flood Map Service Center Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Cross Creek Ranch? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a finished Fulshear community with a waterpark, six amenity sites and more than 60 miles of trails? Cross Creek Ranch has all of it built. Just know every home carries a MUD tax on top of the city rate, and the association's 2023 fee schedule has the seller pay 0.25% to the community foundation at each resale.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- The amenities are already open
- A restored creek and 60 miles of trail
- H-E-B at the edge of the community
What Might Surprise You
- A MUD tax on every home
- A 0.25% foundation fee at resale
- Dues vary by section
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Cross Creek Ranch H-E-B, 2.1 mi
- ER: OakBend Medical Center, Jackson Street Hospital Campus, 10 mi
- Shopping: Katy Mills, 6.9 mi
- Park: George Bush Park, 11 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Cross Creek Ranch is for buyers who want the amenities finished instead of promised.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in Cross Creek Ranch
- 1The amenities are already open
The association runs Adventure Island Waterpark with a 140-foot slide, Flewellen Creek Pool, Greenthread Park, The Landing with its fitness center, The Waterhole and Camp Flewellen, and pools and fitness are included in dues.
Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
- 2A restored creek and 60 miles of trail
Flewellen Creek went from farm ditch to a 2-mile nature preserve with 150 acres of parkland, and the association counts more than 60 miles of hike-and-bike trails.
Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Community Impact: last 100 homes at Cross Creek Ranch (2025) Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ
- 3H-E-B at the edge of the community
H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch, a store of more than 100,000 square feet with curbside pickup, opened in 2018 at FM 1463 and Fulshear Bend Drive.
- 4A range of ages and sizes
HAR's 2025 facts run from Creek Rush (median built 2023, 2,973 sq ft, 7,763 sq ft lot) to Creek Cove and Legacy (median homes over 4,200 sq ft on lots over 11,000 sq ft).
- 5City water, one bill
The association says the City of Fulshear provides the community's water, with one city bill for water, sewer, trash and recycling.
Five Things You Should Know Before Moving to Cross Creek Ranch
- 1A MUD tax on every home
Sections fall in Fort Bend MUDs 169 to 173, with adopted rates from $0.68 (MUD 172, 2025) to $1.12 per $100 (MUD 169, 2026), on top of the City of Fulshear's $0.190549.
Cross Creek Ranch newsletter: What MUD am I in? (2024) Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 169 Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 172
- 2A 0.25% foundation fee at resale
The association's 2023 fee schedule charges the seller 0.25% of the sales price every time a home resells, and buyers pay a capitalization fee equal to a year's assessment.
Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: 2023 fee summary schedule
- 3Dues vary by section
2026 assessments run from $1,500 a year to $2,845 in gated Quail Point, and Bonterra and Lakeside Village add their own sub-associations.
- 4Two school districts
The association says homes are in Lamar CISD or Katy ISD depending on the address, so the school district and its tax rate change from street to street.
Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ Fort Bend County Tax Office: Lamar CISD Fort Bend County Tax Office: Katy ISD
- 5Road projects nearby
TxDOT has projects on FM 1093, FM 1463 and FM 359, and the Westpark Tollway is being extended along FM 1093. Homes backing to those roads deserve a look at the project pages.
TxDOT: FM 1093 project TxDOT: FM 1463 project TxDOT: FM 359 project
Who Might Love Cross Creek Ranch?
- Buyers who want a finished community where the pools, waterpark and trails are already built
- Buyers who want trails along a restored creek corridor
- Buyers who want to choose between nearly new resales and larger homes on lots over 11,000 sq ft
- Buyers who want an H-E-B at the community's edge
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want to build new with the same association and amenities, look at Cross Creek West on FM 359, covered in our Fulshear guide.
- If you want an H-E-B inside the community and a 2022 median build year, compare Jordan Ranch.
- If you want lower MUD rates and a fully established plan, look at Cinco Ranch.
Everyday Convenience in Cross Creek Ranch
- Amenities spread across the community Pools and amenity centers sit at six addresses, from Cross Creek Bend Lane to Cross Creek West Blvd., and residents of both communities can use all of them. Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community
- Errands on FM 1463 The H-E-B is at FM 1463 and Fulshear Bend Drive; bigger shopping like LaCenterra and Katy Mills is east toward Katy. H-E-B Newsroom: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch opens LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy Mills
- Events and fitness classes An on-site lifestyle team runs events and fitness programming for Cross Creek Ranch and Cross Creek West. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community
Main routes: Texas Heritage Parkway to I-10, FM 1093 and the Westpark Tollway, FM 1463 and FM 359. Cross Creek West: Cross Creek Ranch sister community Community Impact: Fulshear looks to preserve charm (2022) Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026)
| Nearest H-E-B | Cross Creek Ranch H-E-B 2.1 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Spring Green Market H-E-B 3.2 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Cross Creek Ranch H-E-B 2.1 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | OakBend Medical Center, Jackson Street Hospital Campus 10 mi |
| Major shopping | Katy Mills 6.9 mi |
| Parks and nature | George Bush Park 11 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 37 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 36 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Cross Creek Ranch, 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 | $850,962 | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $618 - $1014 K | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
| Median home size | 4,296 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
| Median lot | 11,613 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
| Median year built | 2018 | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
| Single-family homes | 1,036 | HAR 2025 facts (Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch) |
| Tax rate: Fort Bend County | $0.407000 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Fort Bend County Drainage District | $0.010000 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: City of Fulshear | $0.190549 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| HOA dues | $1,500 per year (2026) | Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Cross Creek Ranch) |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Cross Creek Ranch 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 Cross Creek Ranch Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Cross Creek Ranch is for buyers who want the amenities finished instead of promised. The part I would study is the section: it sets your MUD rate, your dues, your school district and whether you pay a sub-association too. Pull the CAD record and the resale certificate before you fall in love with a floor plan.
Cross Creek Ranch vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Cross Creek Ranch vs. Jordan Ranch
Choose Jordan Ranch and you gain: Newer homes (HAR 2025 median year built 2022), an H-E-B inside the community and a location just south of I-10.
You give up: A higher MUD rate in many cases (Fulshear MUD 3A, $1.12 per $100 for 2025), and no city services because it sits in the ETJ.
Cross Creek Ranch vs. Cinco Ranch
Choose Cinco Ranch and you gain: 2025 Fort Bend MUD rates as low as $0.195 per $100 and Katy ISD, with LaCenterra close by.
You give up: Mostly homes built in the late 1990s and 2000s, older than much of Cross Creek Ranch.
Cross Creek Ranch vs. Fulshear
Choose Fulshear and you gain: More choices, including Cross Creek West new construction under the same association and acreage-size lots in original Fulbrook.
You give up: Some areas sit in the ETJ without city services, and road work on FM 1093 and FM 359 continues.
Questions buyers ask about Cross Creek Ranch
Is Cross Creek Ranch a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want built amenities, a restored creek with long trails and a grocery store close by, with homes ranging from nearly new to large homes on bigger lots. The things to check are the MUD and school district for the exact section, the dues and sub-association, and the 0.25% resale foundation fee.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Checked Oct 28, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Cross Creek Ranch?
Every home pays a MUD tax of $0.68 to $1.12 per $100 depending on the district, on top of the city rate. Dues run up to $2,845 a year in gated sections, sellers pay a 0.25% foundation fee at resale, and road projects continue on FM 1093, FM 1463 and FM 359.
Sources: Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: waterparks and pools Cross Creek Ranch Community Association: FAQ Johnson Development: final new home sells in Cross Creek Ranch (May 2026) Checked Oct 28, 2026
Researched and checked Oct 28, 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
Call or text: 832-797-3780 · themichaelonealgroup.com
Neighborhood fact sheet
Cross Creek Ranch 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 Oct 28, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Cove At Cross Creek Ranch | 1,036 | 4,296 sq ft | 2018 | $850,962 |
| Legacy At Cross Creek Ranch | 305 | 4,544 sq ft | 2010 | $826,623 |
| Lakes Of Cross Creek Ranch | 137 | 2,981 sq ft | 2014 | $650,478 |
| Creek Rush At Cross Creek Ranch | 644 | 2,973 sq ft | 2023 | $529,069 |
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 Oct 28, 2026
Property taxes
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Bend County | $0.407000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend County Drainage District | $0.010000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Fulshear | $0.190549 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lamar CISD (homes in Lamar CISD) | $1.139000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Katy ISD (homes in Katy ISD) | $1.117100 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 169 | $1.120000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 170 | $0.710000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 171 | $0.770000 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 172 | $0.680000 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.
- Fort Bend Central Appraisal District property search
- Fort Bend County Tax Assessor-Collector
- True Cost of Homeownership calculator
Checked Oct 28, 2026
HOA dues
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Cross Creek Ranch) $1,500 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Lakes of Cross Creek Ranch, gated) $2,706 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Quail Point, gated) $2,845 per year (2026) Source
- Cross Creek Ranch Community Association (Creek View) $1,750 per year (2026) Source
Published by the association or its manager. Some homes owe more than one association; the resale certificate for the address shows what applies.
Schools
- Lamar CISD Find My School (by address)
- Katy ISD SARA school assignment 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
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
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Cross Creek Ranch, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
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Checked Oct 28, 2026
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Researched and checked Oct. 28, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Fulshear · All Houston communities · Area map