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This is a residential neighborhood; most groceries and shopping are outside it.1
The Michael O’Neal Group · Stable Gate community guide
Stable GateGated
Want a gated Cypress neighborhood around a lake, with no MUD on the tax bill? Stable Gate fits. Just know it is small, the dues are about $1,200 a year, and the water comes from a private well.
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Stable Gate from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
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Daily life
What everyday life in Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate’s center): Grant and Spring Cypress H-E-B, 1.2 mi; Cypress Market H-E-B, 3.2 mi.
Open to the public
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, 4.4 mi; HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball, 6.5 mi.
Separate membership or fee
Golf nearby
Courses within about 5 miles (straight line): BlackHorse Golf Club, 4.2 mi. Membership or green fees are separate from owning a home.
Neighborhood comparison
Stable Gate and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
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Stable Gate
Stable Gate
Stable Gate is a small gated subdivision built around a lake in Cypress, ZIP 77429, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $550KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,854Median sq ft
- 2003Median year built
- Stable Gate Homeowners Association: $1,199.17 per year (2026)
Nearby community
Rock Creek
Rock Creek is a lake and trail neighborhood along Spring Cypress Road near Telge Road in Cypress, ZIP 77429, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $753KHAR 2025 median value
- 4,419Median sq ft
- 2005Median year built
- Northwest HC MUD 5: $0.6800 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
Longwood Village
Longwood Village is an established golf course community along Little Cypress Creek in Cypress, ZIP 77429, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $408KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,865Median sq ft
- 1997Median year built
- HC MUD 360: $0.2950 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
Lakes of Rosehill
Lakes of Rosehill is a 397-home subdivision on Cypress Rosehill Road between Louetta Road and Little Cypress Creek in Cypress, ZIP 77429, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $742KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,982Median sq ft
- 2001Median year built
Nearby community
Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour is a lake neighborhood off Cypress Rosehill and Huffmeister roads in Cypress, ZIP 77429, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $501KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,140Median sq ft
- 2007Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 2.4 mi
- Cypress Hill MUD 1: $0.5100 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
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
Nearby community
Villages of Cypress Lakes
Villages of Cypress Lakes is a large Cypress subdivision north of the Mueschke Road and US 290 intersection, next to Cypress Lakes Golf Club, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- $336KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,515Median sq ft
- 2009Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 2.7 mi
- HC MUD 391: $0.7550 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
Cypress Mill
Cypress Mill is an established Cypress neighborhood in ZIP 77429 with its own recreation center and two pools, in unincorporated Harris County and Cy-Fair ISD.
- 2002Median year built
- BlackHorse Golf Club, 1.8 mi
- Cypress Hill MUD 1: $0.5100 per $100 (2025)
Nearby community
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)
Nearby community
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
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
Stable Gate details worth knowing.
- 01
A gated community
The association describes Stable Gate as a gated community of single-family homes; gate remotes cost $50 each.3
- 02
Larger homes on larger lots
HAR's 2025 facts count 230 single-family homes with a median of 3,854 sq ft, a median lot of 11,106 sq ft and a median year built of 2003.1
- 03
Upper-middle values
HAR's 2025 median market value is $549,768, with a typical range of $457K to $620K.1
- 04
A lake, pavilion and nature preserve
The association lists a large lake with a lighted fountain in the center of the community, a playground, a covered pavilion and a nature preserve for hiking and biking at the rear of the community.2
- 05
Rental storage
The association rents 11 uncovered storage spaces for trailers, campers or boats at $300 a year.2
Getting around
From Stable Gate to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: Telge Road to US 290 (Northwest Freeway) and its HOV lane, and the Grand Parkway's Segment F-1 to SH 249.45
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 Stable Gate 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.
Stable Gate market dashboard
What the market around Stable Gate is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Stable Gate alone. HAR’s Cypress North and Cypress South market areas cover the communities around Stable Gate; we don’t claim Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate: median market value $549,768, typical range $457K - $620K, median home 3,854 sq ft on a 11,106 sq ft lot, median year built 20031.
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, 20268.
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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Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year9. 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 gated Cypress neighborhood around a lake, with no MUD on the tax bill? Stable Gate fits. Just know it is small, the dues are about $1,200 a year, and the water comes from a private well.
The Good
- GatedThe association describes Stable Gate as a gated community.3
- A lake and a nature preserveA lighted-fountain lake sits in the center, with a preserve for hiking and biking at the rear.2
- No MUD on the tax tableHAR's tax table lists no municipal utility district.1
- Larger homesHAR's 2025 median home is 3,854 sq ft on an 11,106 sq ft lot.1
- Storage for boats and trailersThe association rents 11 uncovered storage spaces at $300 a year.2
The Bad
- Dues are about $1,200The 2026 assessment is $1,199.17.2
- Water from a private wellAqua Texas owns and runs the community's well.2
- Flood-control land next doorHCFCD bought part of the preserve for its Little Cypress Creek program.1011
- A small communityHAR counts 230 homes, so few come up for sale at once.1
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineStable Gate is a rare gated option in Cypress with no MUD and real green space. I would ask the seller about the lot's flood history, read the HCFCD plans for the preserve land, and confirm the water bill from Aqua Texas before you write an offer.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a gated neighborhood
- You may love it ifBuyers who want lake views and a nature preserve
- You may love it ifBuyers who prefer no utility district line on the tax bill
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want neighborhood pools, compare Cypress Mill.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a larger lot, look at Lakes of Rosehill.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Stable Gate is a rare gated option in Cypress with no MUD and real green space. I would ask the seller about the lot's flood history, read the HCFCD plans for the preserve land, and confirm the water bill from Aqua Texas before you write an offer.
Schools
Schools for a Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate address.
Check the official maps for the specific address.
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
Stable Gate 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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What’s happening near Stable Gate?
The Woodlands Farmers Market
Grogan's Mill Shopping Center · 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Organizer: The Woodlands Township
The Woodlands Photography Club 2026 Award Ceremony and Exhibition
· 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Listing: The Woodlands Photography Club (confirm with the organizer)
Texas Renaissance Festival
Texas Renaissance Festival grounds · 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Organizer: Texas Renaissance Festival
Veterans Day Tribute
The Woodlands Central Fire Station · 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Organizer: The Woodlands Township Parks & Recreation with The Woodlands Fire Department
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Questions buyers actually ask
Stable Gate questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Stable Gate?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Stable Gate” show a median market value of $549,768, a typical range of $457K - $620K, a median home of 3,854 sq ft on a 11,106 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 2003. 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 Stable Gate besides Harris County?
Our records show Cy-Fair ISD at $1.0669 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 Stable Gate?
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.
Tools
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Neighborhood matchmakerStable Gate 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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Talk directly with Michael O’Neal.
- Broker and owner of The Michael O’Neal Group, Keller Williams Realty Northeast, 20665 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble (TREC broker #624124)
- The Michael O’Neal Group has helped 2,035 families over 13 years
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- HAR Client Experience Ratings: 4.90 out of 5 from 90 surveys (imported Oct. 20, 2026; read the reviews)
- Works with buyers and sellers across Greater Houston from the team’s office in Humble
How the team helps
- Pricing from Stable Gate’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
- Buyer representation and showings
- Relocation help for out-of-town buyers
- Transaction coordination from contract to close
The website assistant answers from our sourced Stable Gate guide and hands property-specific or current MLS questions to Michael’s team.
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Stable Gate at a Glance
A gated community. The association describes Stable Gate as a gated community of single-family homes; gate remotes cost $50 each. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association home C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
Larger homes on larger lots. HAR's 2025 facts count 230 single-family homes with a median of 3,854 sq ft, a median lot of 11,106 sq ft and a median year built of 2003. HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts
Upper-middle values. HAR's 2025 median market value is $549,768, with a typical range of $457K to $620K. HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts
A lake, pavilion and nature preserve. The association lists a large lake with a lighted fountain in the center of the community, a playground, a covered pavilion and a nature preserve for hiking and biking at the rear of the community. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
Rental storage. The association rents 11 uncovered storage spaces for trailers, campers or boats at $300 a year. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
No MUD; a private well. HAR's tax table lists no municipal utility district, and the association says the community's water comes from a private well owned and operated by Aqua Texas. HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
Land sold for flood control. The association told owners that the Harris County Flood Control District bought part of its preserve land for the Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program, and HCFCD presented the plan at the community pavilion on Aug. 19, 2023. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate news (Feb. 2026) HCFCD: Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program
Homes and the Stable Gate Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Gate | 230 | 3,854 sq ft | 11,106 sq ft | 2003 | $549,768 | $457K - $620K |
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 Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate; 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 Stable Gate
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | 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 |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.004798 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.0059 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
HAR's tax table for Stable Gate lists no municipal utility district, only Harris County units, Cy-Fair ISD, Lone Star College and Harris County ESD 9 ($0.038831 per $100 for 2025). Water comes from a private well run by Aqua Texas, so water bills come from that utility. Confirm the units on the HCAD account. HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts Harris County Tax Office: jurisdiction tax rates C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
HOA and deed restrictions
- Stable Gate Homeowners Association $1,199.17 per year (2026) Source
Assessments are due January 1 and become delinquent January 31. The association pays for weekly mosquito fogging from April to October. Exterior changes need Architectural Control Committee approval, with a decision within 30 days. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
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 Stable Gate
- Cy-Fair ISD School Zone Locator (by address)
Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate
HCFCD bought part of Stable Gate's preserve land for its Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program, which plans regional detention and channel work in the watershed. Check the lot on FEMA's map, especially for lots near the preserve or the lake. C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate news (Feb. 2026) HCFCD: Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program FEMA Flood Map Service Center
In the Cypress Creek watershed, Community Impact reported from HCFCD data that 8,750 homes flooded in Hurricane Harvey (2017); that is a watershed figure, not a Stable Gate count. Check the lot on FEMA's map and ask the seller about past flooding. Community Impact: Cypress Creek watershed buyouts after Harvey (2020) HCFCD: Cypress Creek watershed FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- 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 Stable Gate
To downtown, the Galleria side and the Medical Center: Telge Road 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. METRO: 217 Cypress Park and Ride
To The Woodlands, Tomball and SH 249: the Grand Parkway's Segment F-1 between US 290 and SH 249. TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment F-1
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.
Stable Gate Questions Buyers Ask
Is Stable Gate a gated community?
Yes. The association describes it as gated; gate remotes are $50 each and the gate is maintained by a contractor through the association.
Sources: C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association home C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What are the HOA dues in Stable Gate?
The association set the 2026 assessment at $1,199.17, due January 1 and delinquent after January 31.
Sources: C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Does Stable Gate have a MUD tax?
HAR's tax table lists no municipal utility district. Water comes from a private well operated by Aqua Texas, so you pay that utility directly.
Sources: HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What do HAR's 2025 facts show for Stable Gate values?
A median market value of $549,768 and a typical range of $457K to $620K across 230 homes, with a median home of 3,854 sq ft. These are HAR's medians, not sale prices.
Sources: HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What amenities does Stable Gate have?
A large lake with a lighted fountain, a playground, a covered pavilion, a nature preserve for hiking and biking, and rental storage spaces, according to the association.
Sources: C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Which school district serves Stable Gate?
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. 11, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Stable Gate? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a gated Cypress neighborhood around a lake, with no MUD on the tax bill? Stable Gate fits. Just know it is small, the dues are about $1,200 a year, and the water comes from a private well.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- Gated
- A lake and a nature preserve
- No MUD on the tax table
What Might Surprise You
- Dues are about $1,200
- Water from a private well
- Flood-control land next door
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Grant and Spring Cypress H-E-B, 1.2 mi
- ER: HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, 4.4 mi
- Shopping: Grand Parkway Marketplace, 11 mi
- Park: Spring Creek Park, 6.9 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Stable Gate is a rare gated option in Cypress with no MUD and real green space.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in Stable Gate
- 1Gated
The association describes Stable Gate as a gated community.
- 2A lake and a nature preserve
A lighted-fountain lake sits in the center, with a preserve for hiking and biking at the rear.
C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
- 3No MUD on the tax table
HAR's tax table lists no municipal utility district.
- 4Larger homes
HAR's 2025 median home is 3,854 sq ft on an 11,106 sq ft lot.
- 5Storage for boats and trailers
The association rents 11 uncovered storage spaces at $300 a year.
C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
Four Things You Should Know Before Moving to Stable Gate
- 1Dues are about $1,200
The 2026 assessment is $1,199.17.
C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
- 2Water from a private well
Aqua Texas owns and runs the community's well.
C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information
- 3Flood-control land next door
HCFCD bought part of the preserve for its Little Cypress Creek program.
C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate news (Feb. 2026) HCFCD: Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program
- 4A small community
HAR counts 230 homes, so few come up for sale at once.
Who Might Love Stable Gate?
- Buyers who want a gated neighborhood
- Buyers who want lake views and a nature preserve
- Buyers who prefer no utility district line on the tax bill
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want neighborhood pools, compare Cypress Mill.
- If you want a larger lot, look at Lakes of Rosehill.
Everyday Convenience in Stable Gate
- A drive for errands This is a residential neighborhood; most groceries and shopping are outside it. HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts
Main routes: Telge Road to US 290 (Northwest Freeway) and its HOV lane, and the Grand Parkway's Segment F-1 to SH 249. TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018) TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment F-1
| Nearest H-E-B | Grant and Spring Cypress H-E-B 1.2 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Cypress Market H-E-B 3.2 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Grant and Spring Cypress H-E-B 1.2 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress 4.4 mi |
| Major shopping | Grand Parkway Marketplace 11 mi |
| Parks and nature | Spring Creek Park 6.9 mi |
| Golf | BlackHorse Golf Club 4.2 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 19 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 33 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Stable Gate, 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 | $549,768 | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $457K - $620K | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
| Median home size | 3,854 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
| Median lot | 11,106 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
| Median year built | 2003 | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
| Single-family homes | 230 | HAR 2025 facts (Stable Gate) |
| 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 |
| Tax rate: Lone Star College System | $0.1060 per $100 (2025) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| HOA dues | $1,199.17 per year (2026) | Stable Gate Homeowners Association |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Stable Gate 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 Stable Gate Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Stable Gate is a rare gated option in Cypress with no MUD and real green space. I would ask the seller about the lot's flood history, read the HCFCD plans for the preserve land, and confirm the water bill from Aqua Texas before you write an offer.
Stable Gate vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Stable Gate vs. Lakes of Rosehill
Choose Lakes of Rosehill and you gain: Lots of about three-quarters of an acre.
You give up: Stable Gate's gate and lower price point.
Stable Gate vs. Longwood Village
Choose Longwood Village and you gain: A golf course and a lower price point.
You give up: Stable Gate's gate and no MUD.
Questions buyers ask about Stable Gate
Is Stable Gate a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a small gated neighborhood around a lake with no MUD on the tax table, with a 2025 HAR median value of $549,768. Budget for dues of $1,199.17 a year.
Sources: C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association home C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts Checked Nov 11, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Stable Gate?
Dues are about $1,200 a year, water comes from a private well utility, few homes come up for sale, and part of the preserve now belongs to the flood control district.
Sources: C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association home C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association community information HAR.com: Stable Gate 2025 Facts Checked Nov 11, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 11, 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
Stable Gate 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 11, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Gate | 230 | 3,854 sq ft | 2003 | $549,768 |
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 11, 2026
Property taxes
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | 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 |
| Harris County Department of Education | $0.004798 per $100 | 2025 | Source |
| Port of Houston Authority | $0.0059 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 11, 2026
HOA dues
- Stable Gate Homeowners Association $1,199.17 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
- 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
Parks and nature
- Spring Creek Park 6.9 mi
- Kleb Woods Nature Preserve 6.9 mi
- Zube Park 9.5 mi
Golf clubs and courses
- BlackHorse Golf Club 4.2 mi
- Gleannloch Golf Club 6.4 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Stable Gate, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Stable Gate on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
Thinking About Buying or Selling in Stable Gate?
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.
Michael O’Neal
Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
Call or text: 832-797-3780 Text Michael
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Researched and checked Nov. 11, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Cypress · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Stable Gate, 2025 Facts
- Stable Gate Homeowners Association
- C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate Homeowners Association home
- TxDOT via ReadyHarris: US 290 lanes and HOV (2018)
- TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment F-1
- 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
- Official tax rate source
- C.I.A. Services: Stable Gate news (Feb. 2026)
- HCFCD: Little Cypress Creek Frontier Program
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.