Community center rentals
The Mason Creek Community Center has event rooms residents can reserve through the district.3
The Michael O’Neal Group · Nottingham Country community guide
Nottingham CountryDistrict amenities
Want an established Katy ISD neighborhood with a district pool, tennis courts and a trail, close to I-10? Nottingham Country fits. Most homes date to around 1981, so plan on updates.
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Nottingham Country from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
Interactive neighborhood map
Nottingham Country and its neighbors, on one map.
Tap the gold dot for Nottingham Country’s HAR figures and tax units; colored dots are groceries, parks and hospitals with verified coordinates. Gray dots are nearby neighborhoods to compare.
- Nottingham Country
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- Golf course
- Grocery, park or hospital
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 Nottingham Country looks like.
From the area’s own records and each place’s official page. Places without verified coordinates are described here but not mapped.
Open to the public
Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Nottingham Country’s center): Fry Rd and I10 H-E-B, 1.0 mi; Mason Rd H-E-B, 2.1 mi.
Open to the public
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): Houston Methodist West Hospital, 1.8 mi; Texas Children's Hospital West Campus, 2.1 mi.
Neighborhood comparison
Nottingham Country and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
Tap Compare on Nottingham Country and one or two neighbors to line up HAR figures, dues and tax units.
Nottingham Country
Nottingham Country
Nottingham Country is an established Katy-area neighborhood in unincorporated Harris County (ZIP 77450), in Katy ISD and served by Nottingham Country MUD and Mason Creek Utility District.
- $421KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,752Median sq ft
- 1981Median year built
- Nottingham Country MUD: $0.2499 per $100 (2025) and 1 more
Nearby community
Cinco Ranch
Katy area of Fort Bend County. HAR lists the community address as 23103 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy 77494; the golf club is at 23030 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy 77450.
- $458KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,663Median sq ft
- 2004Median year built
- Cinco Ranch Commercial Association II: $14.39 per point annual (due January 1) (2026)
- Cinco MUD 1: $0.3550 per $100 (2024) and 8 more
Nearby community
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
Nearby community
Cane Island
Cane Island is a master-planned community of about 1,100 acres north of I-10 and just west of the Grand Parkway, inside the City of Katy.
HAR has no 2025 neighborhood figures for this section. Ask for recent sales.
Nearby community
Firethorne
Firethorne is a 1,400-acre master-planned community on FM 1463 between Katy and Fulshear, in Fort Bend County south of I-10.
- 2015Median year built
- Fort Bend MUD 151: $0.7200 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
Aliana
Aliana is a master-planned community of about 2,000 acres off the Grand Parkway between West Bellfort and West Airport, with a Richmond mailing address in unincorporated Fort Bend County.
- $560KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,205Median sq ft
- 2016Median year built
- Fort Bend MUD 134B: $0.9650 per $100 (2025) and 1 more
Nearby community
Tamarron
West of Katy and north-east of Fulshear in Fort Bend County, off Jordan Road and Tamarron Parkway, with access to I-10 (Katy Freeway) per D.R. Horton.
- $354KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,098Median sq ft
- 2020Median year built
- Fort Bend County MUD No. 182: $1.0700 per $100 (not stated by FBCAD) and 2 more
Nearby community
Harvest Green
Harvest Green is a Johnson Development master-planned community of about 1,700 acres along the Grand Parkway at West Airport Boulevard, with a Richmond mailing address in unincorporated Fort Bend County.
- $528KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,000Median sq ft
- 2019Median year built
- Fort Bend MUD 134D: $0.9000 per $100 (2025) and 2 more
Nearby community
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))
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
Nottingham Country details worth knowing.
- 01
Built around 1981
HAR's 2025 facts count 2,534 single-family homes with a median year built of 1981, a median of 2,752 sq ft and a median lot of 8,125 sq ft.1
- 02
Values
HAR's 2025 median market value is $420,864, with a typical range of $330K to $543K.1
- 03
Two utility districts
Nottingham Country MUD covers about 1,010 acres and says it serves 2,356 houses in 27 subdivision sections; Mason Creek Utility District serves nearly 2,300 homes and about 100 businesses.6
- 04
District pool, tennis and community center
Mason Creek Utility District runs a community pool, tennis courts, the Mason Creek Community Center with event rooms, and a hike and bike trail.3
- 05
Trail along Mason Creek
The neighborhood's amenities page says MCUD and Harris County Precinct 3 built a hike and bike trail along Mason Creek and that MCUD maintains eight tennis courts.7
Getting around
From Nottingham Country to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: I-10 (Katy Freeway), the Westpark Tollway and the Grand Parkway.45
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 Nottingham Country 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.
Nottingham Country market dashboard
What the market around Nottingham Country is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Nottingham Country alone. HAR’s Katy - Southeast and Katy - North market areas cover the communities around Nottingham Country; we don’t claim Nottingham Country 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.
Katy - Southeast
HAR market area · single-family
- $410,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 69Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 342Active listings, Oct 2026
- 3.8Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 24Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +10.7%Active listings vs. a year ago
Katy - North
HAR market area · single-family
- $290,000Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 90Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 645Active listings, Oct 2026
- 5.9Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 28.5Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +18.6%Active listings vs. a year ago
HAR 2025 Facts for Nottingham Country (Katy): median market value $420,864, typical range $330K - $543K, median home 2,752 sq ft on a 8,125 sq ft lot, median year built 19811.
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 Nottingham Country.
We could not read the association's assessment online.7
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.
True Cost of Homeownership calculator (adds exemptions, mortgage and PMI) · Mortgage calculator
Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year2. Our record lists more than one utility district for Nottingham Country: pick the one on the HCAD account for the address. 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 an established Katy ISD neighborhood with a district pool, tennis courts and a trail, close to I-10? Nottingham Country fits. Most homes date to around 1981, so plan on updates.
The Good
- District amenitiesMason Creek Utility District runs a pool, tennis courts, a community center and a hike and bike trail.3
- Low utility district ratesNottingham Country MUD adopted $0.2499 per $100 for 2025.2
- Trash and streets handled by the districtMCUD lists trash collection and street maintenance among its services.3
- Close to I-10I-10 and the Westpark Tollway are the main routes toward Houston.45
The Bad
- Homes from around 1981HAR's median year built is 1981.1
- Two districtsNottingham Country MUD or Mason Creek UD applies depending on the section.1
- Creek nearbyMason Creek runs along the neighborhood; check each lot's flood zone.711
- Dues not publishedWe could not read the association's assessment online.7
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineNottingham Country is one of the better values in Katy ISD close to I-10, and the district-run pool, courts and trail are real pluses. I would budget for updating a 40-plus-year-old house and check the flood zone for lots near Mason Creek.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want Katy ISD in an established neighborhood
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a district pool and tennis without a big HOA amenity bill
- You may love it ifBuyers commuting on I-10
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a newer home, compare Falcon Ranch.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want larger custom homes next door, look at Kelliwood.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Nottingham Country is one of the better values in Katy ISD close to I-10, and the district-run pool, courts and trail are real pluses. I would budget for updating a 40-plus-year-old house and check the flood zone for lots near Mason Creek.
Schools
Schools for a Nottingham Country address.
Use each district’s own lookup for the exact address.
- Katy Independent School DistrictDistrict listed for Nottingham Country in our recordsSARA school assignment by 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 Nottingham Country address.
Mason Creek runs along the neighborhood; check each lot's flood zone.711
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
Nottingham Country vs. nearby choices.
HAR 2025 values where HAR publishes them, straight-line distances and links to each full guide. Nothing here is a rating.
| Measure | Nottingham Country | Other |
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Questions buyers actually ask
Nottingham Country questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Nottingham Country?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Nottingham Country (Katy)” show a median market value of $420,864, a typical range of $330K - $543K, a median home of 2,752 sq ft on a 8,125 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 1981. 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 Nottingham Country besides Harris County?
Our records show Katy ISD at $1.1171 per $100 (2025); Nottingham Country MUD at $0.2499 per $100 (2025); Mason Creek Utility District at $0.3510 per $100 (2025); Harris County ESD 48 at $0.1000 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 Katy - Southeast market area show this fall for buyers looking at Nottingham Country?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $410,000 for single-family homes in its Katy - Southeast market area, with 69 sales that month, 342 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 3.8 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.
Tools
Plan your move to Nottingham Country.
Neighborhood matchmakerNottingham Country vs. nearby neighborhoods.Ownership cost calculatorTaxes by unit, dues, insurance, mortgage.Affordability calculatorWhat price fits your budget.Flood researchOfficial maps for any address.True cost of ownershipTaxes by unit, exemptions, insurance.Houston flood map guideHow to read the official maps.Inner Loop HoustonThe wider area, compared.
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Central Houston and seven other regions, compared with the same sourced facts.
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How the team helps
- Pricing from Nottingham Country’s own recent sales
- 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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Everything we’ve researched, with every source and checked date: city rules and services, documents, tax units, parks and amenities, schools, flood resources and FAQs. Search it or pick a topic.
Nottingham Country at a Glance
Built around 1981. HAR's 2025 facts count 2,534 single-family homes with a median year built of 1981, a median of 2,752 sq ft and a median lot of 8,125 sq ft. HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts
Values. HAR's 2025 median market value is $420,864, with a typical range of $330K to $543K. HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts
Two utility districts. Nottingham Country MUD covers about 1,010 acres and says it serves 2,356 houses in 27 subdivision sections; Mason Creek Utility District serves nearly 2,300 homes and about 100 businesses. Nottingham Country MUD Mason Creek Utility District
District pool, tennis and community center. Mason Creek Utility District runs a community pool, tennis courts, the Mason Creek Community Center with event rooms, and a hike and bike trail. Mason Creek Utility District
Trail along Mason Creek. The neighborhood's amenities page says MCUD and Harris County Precinct 3 built a hike and bike trail along Mason Creek and that MCUD maintains eight tennis courts. My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page)
Greenbelt Park. Nottingham Country MUD reports its Greenbelt Park playground project is complete. Nottingham Country MUD
Trash and streets through the district. Mason Creek Utility District lists solid waste collection by Best Trash and street maintenance among its services. Mason Creek Utility District
Between I-10 and the Westpark Tollway. I-10 (Katy Freeway) and the Westpark Tollway are the main routes toward Houston. FHWA: Katy Freeway project profile Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024)
Homes and the Nottingham Country Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Country (Katy) | 2,534 | 2,752 sq ft | 8,125 sq ft | 1981 | $420,864 | $330K - $543K |
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 Nottingham Country 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 Nottingham Country; 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 Nottingham Country
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Country MUD | $0.2499 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Mason Creek Utility District | $0.3510 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County ESD 48 | $0.099995 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Katy ISD | $1.1171 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 |
HAR's tax table lists both Nottingham Country MUD and Mason Creek Utility District; which one taxes a home depends on the section, so check the HCAD account. Rates are 2025 adopted, from the Harris County Tax Office. HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts 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 Nottingham Country Community Improvement Association's assessment is not published on a page we could read; ask for the resale certificate. My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page)
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 Nottingham Country
- Katy ISD SARA school assignment by address
Nottingham Country is in Katy ISD, which assigns campuses by address. Confirm every campus for the exact address with the district. Katy ISD: school assignment by address (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 Nottingham Country
Mason Creek runs along the neighborhood. Check the lot on FEMA's map and HCFCD's Flood Education Mapping Tool, and read the seller's flood disclosure. My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page) FEMA Flood Map Service Center HCFCD Flood Education Mapping Tool
- 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 Nottingham Country
To the Energy Corridor, the Galleria side and downtown: the Westpark Tollway or I-10 (Katy Freeway), which was rebuilt with managed toll lanes. Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024) FHWA: Katy Freeway project profile
North and south: the Grand Parkway (SH 99) Segment D runs from I-10 to US 59, with direct connectors to the Westpark Tollway that opened in 2024. TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment D Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024)
To IAH or Hobby: the Grand Parkway or Beltway 8 to the freeway that fits the trip; check live traffic before you leave. TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment D
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.
Nottingham Country Questions Buyers Ask
What do HAR's 2025 facts show for Nottingham Country?
2,534 single-family homes, a median market value of $420,864, a typical range of $330K to $543K, a median of 2,752 sq ft on an 8,125 sq ft lot and a median year built of 1981.
Sources: HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Which utility districts serve Nottingham Country?
Nottingham Country MUD and Mason Creek Utility District, with 2025 adopted rates of $0.2499 and $0.351 per $100. The HCAD account shows which one applies to a home.
Sources: HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts Harris County Tax Office: jurisdiction tax rates Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Does Nottingham Country have a pool and tennis courts?
Yes. Mason Creek Utility District runs a community pool, tennis courts and the Mason Creek Community Center, plus a hike and bike trail.
Sources: Mason Creek Utility District Checked Nov. 10, 2026
What should I check before buying an older Nottingham Country home?
Most homes date from around 1981, so focus the inspection on the roof, foundation, plumbing and HVAC, and confirm the utility district and flood zone for the lot.
Sources: HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts FEMA Flood Map Service Center Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Which school district serves Nottingham Country?
Katy ISD. Confirm each campus for the exact address with the district; assignments can change.
Sources: Katy ISD: school assignment by address (SARA) Checked Nov. 10, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Nottingham Country? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want an established Katy ISD neighborhood with a district pool, tennis courts and a trail, close to I-10? Nottingham Country fits. Most homes date to around 1981, so plan on updates.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- District amenities
- Low utility district rates
- Trash and streets handled by the district
What Might Surprise You
- Homes from around 1981
- Two districts
- Creek nearby
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Fry Rd and I10 H-E-B, 1.0 mi
- ER: Houston Methodist West Hospital, 1.8 mi
- Shopping: Katy Mills, 5.3 mi
- Park: George Bush Park, 4.3 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Nottingham Country is one of the better values in Katy ISD close to I-10, and the district-run pool, courts and trail are real pluses.
Compare nearby:
Four Reasons People Love Living in Nottingham Country
- 1District amenities
Mason Creek Utility District runs a pool, tennis courts, a community center and a hike and bike trail.
- 2Low utility district rates
Nottingham Country MUD adopted $0.2499 per $100 for 2025.
- 3Trash and streets handled by the district
MCUD lists trash collection and street maintenance among its services.
- 4Close to I-10
I-10 and the Westpark Tollway are the main routes toward Houston.
FHWA: Katy Freeway project profile Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024)
Four Things You Should Know Before Moving to Nottingham Country
- 1Homes from around 1981
HAR's median year built is 1981.
- 2Two districts
Nottingham Country MUD or Mason Creek UD applies depending on the section.
- 3Creek nearby
Mason Creek runs along the neighborhood; check each lot's flood zone.
My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page) FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- 4Dues not published
We could not read the association's assessment online.
My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page)
Who Might Love Nottingham Country?
- Buyers who want Katy ISD in an established neighborhood
- Buyers who want a district pool and tennis without a big HOA amenity bill
- Buyers commuting on I-10
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a newer home, compare Falcon Ranch.
- If you want larger custom homes next door, look at Kelliwood.
Everyday Convenience in Nottingham Country
- Community center rentals The Mason Creek Community Center has event rooms residents can reserve through the district. Mason Creek Utility District
Main routes: I-10 (Katy Freeway), the Westpark Tollway and the Grand Parkway. FHWA: Katy Freeway project profile Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024) TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment D
| Nearest H-E-B | Fry Rd and I10 H-E-B 1.0 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Mason Rd H-E-B 2.1 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Fry Rd and I10 H-E-B 1.0 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | Houston Methodist West Hospital 1.8 mi |
| Major shopping | Katy Mills 5.3 mi |
| Parks and nature | George Bush Park 4.3 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 27 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 28 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Nottingham Country, 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 | $420,864 | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $330K - $543K | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
| Median home size | 2,752 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
| Median lot | 8,125 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
| Median year built | 1981 | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
| Single-family homes | 2,534 | HAR 2025 facts (Nottingham Country (Katy)) |
| Tax rate: Nottingham Country MUD | $0.2499 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Mason Creek Utility District | $0.3510 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Harris County ESD 48 | $0.099995 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 Nottingham Country 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 Nottingham Country Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Nottingham Country is one of the better values in Katy ISD close to I-10, and the district-run pool, courts and trail are real pluses. I would budget for updating a 40-plus-year-old house and check the flood zone for lots near Mason Creek.
Nottingham Country vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Nottingham Country vs. Kelliwood
Choose Kelliwood and you gain: Larger, newer custom homes next door.
You give up: Nottingham Country's lower HAR values.
Nottingham Country vs. Cinco Ranch
Choose Cinco Ranch and you gain: Newer homes and a larger master plan.
You give up: Nottingham Country's lower utility district rates.
Questions buyers ask about Nottingham Country
Is Nottingham Country a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want an established Katy ISD neighborhood near I-10 with district-run pool, tennis and trails, and a 2025 HAR median value of $420,864. Plan for updating an older home and check the flood zone.
Sources: Mason Creek Utility District Harris County Tax Office: jurisdiction tax rates HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts Checked Nov 10, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Nottingham Country?
Most homes date from around 1981, Mason Creek runs along the neighborhood, and the utility district depends on the section. The association's assessment is not published online.
Sources: Mason Creek Utility District Harris County Tax Office: jurisdiction tax rates HAR.com: Nottingham Country (Katy) 2025 Facts Checked Nov 10, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 10, 2026. Facts link to their sources; Michael’s take is his opinion.
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Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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Neighborhood fact sheet
Nottingham Country 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Country (Katy) | 2,534 | 2,752 sq ft | 1981 | $420,864 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Country MUD | $0.2499 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Mason Creek Utility District | $0.3510 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Harris County ESD 48 | $0.099995 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Katy ISD | $1.1171 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
- 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
- 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 5.3 mi
- Town & Country Village 9.7 mi
- CITYCENTRE 9.7 mi
Parks and nature
- George Bush Park 4.3 mi
- Terry Hershey Park 6.1 mi
- Tanglewood Park 14 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Nottingham Country, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Nottingham Country on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
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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: Katy · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Nottingham Country (Katy), 2025 Facts
- Katy ISD
- Mason Creek Utility District
- FHWA: Katy Freeway project profile
- Community Impact: Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway connectors (2024)
- Nottingham Country MUD
- My Neighborhood News: Nottingham Country amenities (association page)
- HAR.com, Katy - Southeast market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Katy - North market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
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.