Firethorne
Firethorne Neighborhood Guide
Firethorne is a 1,400-acre master-planned community on FM 1463 between Katy and Fulshear, in Fort Bend County south of I-10. Construction began in 2005, and HAR tracks the original community and the newer Firethorne West separately.
- Type
- Master-planned community
- City or county
- Unincorporated Fort Bend County: HAR's tax tables for Firethorne and Firethorne West list no city tax. Confirm ETJ status for a specific address with the appraisal district.
- County
- Fort Bend
- School district
- Katy ISD, Lamar CISD
- ZIP code
- 77494
- Median market value (HAR 2025)
- $592,316
- Median year built (HAR 2025)
- 2010
Photos from nearby, for a sense of the area (about 3 miles straight line from Firethorne).
Firethorne at a Glance
On FM 1463 south of I-10. Firethorne sits along FM 1463 between North and South Firethorne roads, near the I-10 and FM 1463 crossroads in the Katy and Fulshear area. Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013)
Building since 2005. Construction began in 2005, and a visitors center opened that fall with model homes by Coventry, David Powers, David Weekley, Perry and Plantation Homes. About 3,000 home sites had been built by 2017. Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) Houston Chronicle: Firethorne opens visitors center (2005)
Firethorne and Firethorne West. HAR's 2025 facts list 1,962 homes in Firethorne (median built 2010) and 1,397 in Firethorne West (median built 2015), both in ZIP 77494. HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts
Home sizes and lots. Firethorne's median home is 3,427 sq ft on a 9,799 sq ft lot; Firethorne West's is 2,879 sq ft on a 7,500 sq ft lot, per HAR's 2025 facts. HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts
A gated Perry Homes section. In 2013 Firethorne broke ground on an 80-acre gated section with Perry Homes as the only builder, a two-acre lake and walking trails. Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013)
Lake, swim centers and parks. Katy Magazine described a 1,400-acre community with 150 acres of parks and recreation, a 12-acre lake with a greenbelt, hike and bike trails, tennis courts, a fitness center, a community center, a resort-style pool, a swim center with a lap pool and a wildlife observation area. A pool with an aquatic playground was added in August 2017. Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017)
FM 1463, I-10 and the Westpark Tollway. From I-10, the community is reached by FM 1463; TxDOT's FM 1463 project page covers the 6.7 miles from I-10 to FM 1093, where the Westpark Tollway now extends west. TxDOT: FM 1463 project Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026)
West of the Katy job centers. Katy Mills and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital are on I-10 east of FM 1463, and the Energy Corridor is farther east along I-10. Katy Mills Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Homes and the Firethorne Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firethorne | 1,962 | 3,427 sq ft | 9,799 sq ft | 2010 | $592,316 | $371 - $806 K |
| Firethorne West | 1,397 | 2,879 sq ft | 7,500 sq ft | 2015 | $483,194 | $364 - $618 K |
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 Firethorne 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 Firethorne; 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 Firethorne
| 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 |
| Katy ISD (Firethorne) | $1.117100 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lamar CISD (Firethorne West) | $1.139000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 151 | $0.720000 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
HAR's tax tables list Fort Bend MUD 151 for both Firethorne and Firethorne West, Katy ISD for Firethorne and Lamar CISD for Firethorne West, with no city tax. HAR notes that tax units vary by property, so confirm on the Fort Bend CAD record. HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts
Fort Bend MUD 151 adopted $0.72 per $100 for 2025 ($0.40 operations, $0.32 debt); its 2026 rate was not posted on the county table in October 2026. Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 151
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
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.
A 2013 report counted about 1,700 members in the Firethorne homeowners association. Current dues were not available from the association; get them from the resale certificate. Katy Magazine: Firethorne (July 2013)
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 Firethorne
- Katy ISD SARA school assignment by address
- Lamar CISD Find My School (by address)
Firethorne is split between Katy ISD and Lamar Consolidated ISD. HAR lists Katy ISD for Firethorne and Lamar CISD for Firethorne West; confirm any address with Katy ISD's SARA lookup or Lamar CISD's School Finder. Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts
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 Firethorne
Check any address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and the Fort Bend County Drainage District's floodplain tool, which lists the county map as effective April 2, 2014. FEMA Flood Map Service Center Fort Bend County Drainage District: floodplain maps
Ask the seller for an elevation certificate and flood insurance history, especially for lots on the 12-acre lake or the greenbelt. Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) FEMA Flood Map Service Center
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 Firethorne
Groceries
- H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch FM 1463 at Fulshear Bend Drive, south of the community
- H-E-B Jordan Ranch 29711 Jordan Crossing Blvd., west in Jordan Ranch
Shopping
- Katy Mills 5000 Katy Mills Cir., on I-10 in Katy
- LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch in Cinco Ranch, southeast of the community
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
- Texas Children's Hospital West Campus 18200 Katy Fwy., on I-10 east of Katy
Libraries
- Cinco Ranch Branch Library in Cinco Ranch
- Fulshear Branch Library 6350 GM Library Rd., off Texas Heritage Parkway in Fulshear
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 Firethorne
Main route: FM 1463 north to I-10 (Katy Freeway) for trips east to Katy, the Energy Corridor and Houston. TxDOT: FM 1463 project Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013)
South on FM 1463 to FM 1093 reaches the Westpark Tollway, which the toll road authority is extending west along FM 1093; its first 2 miles opened Feb. 28, 2026. TxDOT: FM 1463 project Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026)
TxDOT's FM 1463 project (I-10 to FM 1093, 6.7 miles) proposes four to six lanes, sidewalks and a raised median; check the project page for its current status. TxDOT: FM 1463 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.
Firethorne Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of Firethorne?
Pros: a 12-acre lake, two swim centers, tennis and 150 acres of parks, a moderate 2025 MUD 151 rate of $0.72 per $100 and direct access to FM 1463 and I-10. Cons: no city services, homes split between Katy ISD and Lamar CISD, and HOA dues that the association does not publish online.
Sources: Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 151 HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What are home values in Firethorne?
HAR's 2025 facts show a median market value of $592,316 in Firethorne and $483,194 in Firethorne West. These are appraisal-based values, not sale prices; ask for an MLS report for recent closings.
Sources: HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Which school district is Firethorne in?
Both. HAR lists Katy ISD for Firethorne and Lamar CISD for Firethorne West, and the school tax rate differs ($1.1171 vs. $1.139 per $100 for 2026). Confirm the address with Katy ISD's SARA tool or Lamar CISD's School Finder.
Sources: HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts Fort Bend County Tax Office: Katy ISD Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What is the MUD tax in Firethorne?
HAR's tax tables list Fort Bend MUD 151 for both Firethorne neighborhoods. MUD 151 adopted $0.72 per $100 for 2025, and its 2026 rate was not yet posted in October 2026.
Sources: HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 151 Checked Oct. 28, 2026
How much are HOA dues in Firethorne?
We could not find current dues published by the association. Request the resale certificate, which shows the assessment, any gated-section fee and transfer charges.
Sources: Katy Magazine: Firethorne (July 2013) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Is there a gated section in Firethorne?
Yes. In 2013 Firethorne began an 80-acre gated section built only by Perry Homes, with a two-acre lake, walking trails and a playground, and access to the main community amenities.
Sources: Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Where do Firethorne residents buy groceries?
H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch is south on FM 1463 at Fulshear Bend Drive, and Jordan Ranch's H-E-B opened in October 2025 on Jordan Crossing Blvd. Katy Mills and LaCenterra are the larger shopping centers.
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 Firethorne commuters use?
FM 1463 north to I-10 is the main route east. South on FM 1463, FM 1093 leads to the Westpark Tollway, which opened a new segment farther west on Feb. 28, 2026.
Sources: TxDOT: FM 1463 project Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Are there newer homes in Firethorne?
Firethorne West is the newer side: HAR's 2025 median year built there is 2015, compared with 2010 in the original section. About 3,000 home sites had been built by 2017.
Sources: HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What should I check before making an offer in Firethorne?
Confirm the school district and MUD on the Fort Bend CAD record, get the HOA dues from the resale certificate, run the address in FEMA's map center and the county floodplain tool, and if the home backs to FM 1463, read TxDOT's project page.
Sources: HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts FEMA Flood Map Service Center Fort Bend County Drainage District: floodplain maps Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Firethorne? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want an established community off FM 1463 with a lake, two swim centers and a MUD rate under $1? Firethorne fits that search. Just check the school district, because the original section and Firethorne West are in different ones, and get the HOA dues in writing.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- A lake and big park acreage
- Three pools
- A moderate MUD rate
What Might Surprise You
- Two school districts
- HOA dues are not online
- FM 1463 may change
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Jordan Ranch H-E-B, 2.0 mi
- ER: Houston Methodist West Hospital, 9.6 mi
- Shopping: Katy Mills, 3.3 mi
- Park: George Bush Park, 10 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Firethorne has its amenities built and a MUD rate under a dollar.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in Firethorne
- 1A lake and big park acreage
Firethorne has a 12-acre lake with a greenbelt, 150 acres of parks and recreation, trails and a wildlife observation area.
Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013)
- 2Three pools
A resort-style pool, a swim center with a lap pool and a third pool with an aquatic playground added in 2017.
Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017)
- 3A moderate MUD rate
HAR ties both sections to Fort Bend MUD 151, which adopted $0.72 per $100 for 2025.
HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts Fort Bend County Tax Office: Fort Bend MUD 151
- 4Straight shot to I-10
FM 1463 connects the community north to I-10 and south to FM 1093 and the Westpark Tollway.
TxDOT: FM 1463 project Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026)
- 5Room on the lots
HAR's 2025 facts show a median 9,799 sq ft lot and 3,427 sq ft home in the original section.
Five Things You Should Know Before Moving to Firethorne
- 1Two school districts
HAR lists Katy ISD for Firethorne and Lamar CISD for Firethorne West, with different tax rates. Run the address before you assume.
HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts Fort Bend County Tax Office: Katy ISD
- 2HOA dues are not online
We could not find current dues from the association; the resale certificate is the place to get them, including any gated-section fee.
- 3FM 1463 may change
TxDOT's FM 1463 project proposes four to six lanes, sidewalks and a raised median from I-10 to FM 1093, with about 20 acres of new right of way.
- 4No city services
HAR's tax tables show no city tax, so the county and the MUD handle what a city would.
HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts HAR.com: Firethorne West 2025 facts
- 5Homes are 10 to 20 years old
Construction began in 2005 and the original section's 2025 median year built is 2010, so check roofs, HVAC and water heaters.
Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts
Who Might Love Firethorne?
- Buyers who want a lake, swim centers and parks already built
- Buyers who want a MUD rate under $1 per $100 in a newer master plan
- Buyers who want direct access to FM 1463 and I-10
- Buyers who want a gated section with its own small lake
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want lower MUD rates and an established town center at LaCenterra, look at Cinco Ranch.
- If you want a home built in the last few years with an H-E-B inside the community, compare Jordan Ranch.
- If you want a waterpark and 60 miles of trails, look at Cross Creek Ranch.
Everyday Convenience in Firethorne
- Errands along FM 1463 and I-10 Groceries are outside the community: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch is south on FM 1463, and Katy Mills is on I-10. H-E-B Newsroom: H-E-B Cross Creek Ranch opens TxDOT: FM 1463 project
- Trails around the lake Hike and bike trails, parks and playgrounds run through the community around the 12-acre lake and greenbelt. Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013)
Main routes: FM 1463 to I-10 (Katy Freeway), and FM 1093 to the Westpark Tollway. TxDOT: FM 1463 project Covering Katy: Westpark Tollway extension opens first segment (2026)
| Nearest H-E-B | Jordan Ranch H-E-B 2.0 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Cross Creek Ranch H-E-B 2.0 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Jordan Ranch H-E-B 2.0 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | Houston Methodist West Hospital 9.6 mi |
| Major shopping | Katy Mills 3.3 mi |
| Parks and nature | George Bush Park 10 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 34 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 35 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Firethorne, 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 | $592,316 | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $371 - $806 K | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
| Median home size | 3,427 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
| Median lot | 9,799 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
| Median year built | 2010 | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
| Single-family homes | 1,962 | HAR 2025 facts (Firethorne) |
| 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: Katy ISD (Firethorne) | $1.117100 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Firethorne 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 Firethorne Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Firethorne has its amenities built and a MUD rate under a dollar. What I would nail down first is the school district for the exact street and the HOA dues, since neither is the same across the whole community. Then look hard at age items on homes built around 2010.
Firethorne vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Firethorne vs. Cinco Ranch
Choose Cinco Ranch and you gain: 2025 MUD rates from $0.195 to $0.605 per $100, Katy ISD and LaCenterra nearby.
You give up: Older homes, many built in the late 1990s and 2000s.
Firethorne vs. Cross Creek Ranch
Choose Cross Creek Ranch and you gain: A larger amenity network with a waterpark, more than 60 miles of trails and city water from Fulshear.
You give up: A city tax plus MUD rates up to $1.12 per $100 and a 0.25% foundation fee at resale.
Firethorne vs. Jordan Ranch
Choose Jordan Ranch and you gain: Newer homes (HAR 2025 median year built 2022) and an H-E-B inside the community.
You give up: A higher MUD rate (Fulshear MUD 3A, $1.12 per $100 for 2025) and a 0.25% foundation fee at every sale.
Questions buyers ask about Firethorne
Is Firethorne a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want built amenities like a lake and swim centers, a MUD rate under $1 per $100 and direct access to FM 1463 and I-10. Check the school district for the exact address, get the HOA dues from the resale certificate and inspect age items on homes built around 2010.
Sources: Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts Checked Oct 28, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Firethorne?
Homes are split between Katy ISD and Lamar CISD, HOA dues are not published online, and TxDOT has proposed widening FM 1463. There are no city services, and groceries and shopping are outside the community.
Sources: Katy Magazine: Firethorne breaks ground on first gated section (2013) Community Impact: Firethorne adds pool and aquatic playground (2017) HAR.com: Firethorne 2025 facts 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
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Neighborhood fact sheet
Firethorne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firethorne | 1,962 | 3,427 sq ft | 2010 | $592,316 |
| Firethorne West | 1,397 | 2,879 sq ft | 2015 | $483,194 |
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 |
| Katy ISD (Firethorne) | $1.117100 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lamar CISD (Firethorne West) | $1.139000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Fort Bend MUD 151 | $0.720000 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
Associations and deed restrictions differ by subdivision here. Ask the seller for the resale certificate and the recorded restrictions for the specific address.
Schools
- Katy ISD SARA school assignment by address
- Lamar CISD Find My School (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
Hospitals with an emergency room
Shopping
- Katy Mills 3.3 mi
Parks and nature
- George Bush Park 10 mi
- Terry Hershey Park 14 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Firethorne, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Firethorne on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
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Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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