College Park
College Park Neighborhood Guide
College Park is a smaller village on the northern edge of The Woodlands near I-45, in Montgomery County. It holds the Harper's Landing, Grogan's Forest and Windsor Hills neighborhoods plus college campuses and hospitals.
- Type
- Village
- City or county
- Unincorporated Montgomery County inside The Woodlands Township, except the part of Grogan's Forest east of Grogan's Mill Road, which the developer's tax sheet places in the City of Shenandoah
- County
- Montgomery
- School district
- Conroe ISD
- ZIP code
- 77384, 77385, 77380
- Median market value (HAR 2025)
- $356,891
- Median year built (HAR 2025)
- 2002

Photos from nearby, for a sense of the area (about 2.4 miles straight line from College Park).
College Park at a Glance
The northern edge, along I-45. The Township calls College Park one of the newest villages, located along the northern edge of the community near I-45, and home to the Harper's Landing neighborhood. The village association places it in the northeastern part of The Woodlands. The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Village of College Park association
Opened in 1995, named for its colleges. Community Impact's 2017 profile gives 1995 as the opening year and says the name comes from the campuses there: Lone Star College-University Center, Sam Houston State University-The Woodlands Center and The Woodlands College Park High School. It described College Park as one of the smaller villages. Community Impact: The Woodlands villages (March 2017)
Three neighborhoods. The village association names Harper's Landing, Grogan's Forest and Windsor Hills as its main residential neighborhoods. The developer's timeline lists Harper's Landing opening in 1999 and Windsor Hills in 2000. Village of College Park association The Woodlands Development Company: History The Woodlands Township GIS: VILLAGES layer
Homes and lots. HAR's 2025 facts for Harper's Landing and College Park show 1,342 homes with a median of 2,346 sq ft on a 7,969 sq ft lot, built in 2002 at the median, and a median market value of $356,891. HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts)
Colleges and hospitals. Lone Star College-University Center is at 3232 College Park Drive and Lone Star College-Montgomery at 3200 College Park Drive. The developer's timeline records St. Luke's opening in 2003, Texas Children's outpatient tower in 2016 and an MD Anderson facility in 2019 in the village, and Community Impact listed Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital there in 2017. Lone Star College-University Center at The Woodlands Lone Star College-Montgomery The Woodlands Development Company: History
Retail along I-45 and SH 242. The village association lists Costco, Walmart, Kohl's and Lowe's among nearby retailers. Costco's The Woodlands warehouse is at 8185 Highway 242 and the Harper's Trace H-E-B at 10200 Highway 242. The developer's timeline lists the College Park Retail Center opening in 2001. Village of College Park association Costco: The Woodlands warehouse H-E-B: Harper's Trace H-E-B
Parks and a pool. Avalon Park at 8585 Grogan's Mill Road has tennis courts, BBQ pits and play areas, Harper's Landing Park has one of the Township's dog parks, and the Township runs Harper's Landing Pool at 2 Blair Bridge Drive. The Woodlands Parks: Parks directory The Woodlands Parks: Dog parks The Woodlands Parks: Pool locations
One school district, several taxing setups. Township GIS shows the whole village extent in Conroe ISD. The developer's tax sheet puts Harper's Landing in MUD 39, Grogan's Forest in MUD 60 and Windsor Hills in MUD 67, with the part of Grogan's Forest east of Grogan's Mill Road paying Shenandoah city tax instead of MUD and Township tax. The Woodlands Township GIS: School Districts layer (College Park point) The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet
Village association. The College Park Village Association, a nonprofit resident group, meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at The Woodlands Township. The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Village of College Park association
Homes and the College Park Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park | 1,342 | 2,346 sq ft | 7,969 sq ft | 2002 | $356,891 | $290K - $426K |
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 College Park 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 College Park; 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 College Park
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $0.3860 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lone Star College | $0.1058 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Conroe ISD | $0.9471 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| The Woodlands Township (not the Shenandoah part of Grogan's Forest) | $0.1694 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 39 (Harper's Landing) | $0.24 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 60 (Grogan's Forest) | $0.11735 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 67 (Windsor Hills) | $0.131421 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
Adding the 2026 adopted rates above gives about $1.89 per $100 in Harper's Landing (MUD 39), $1.79 in Windsor Hills (MUD 67) and $1.77 in Grogan's Forest (MUD 60), before exemptions. Conroe ISD lists a $140,000 homestead exemption. A quoted rate is not a tax bill. Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates and exemptions Woodlands Water: MUD tax rates The Woodlands Township: Boardroom Briefing, Sept. 3, 2026
MUD 39 carries the highest 2026 rate Woodlands Water lists (0.24). Woodlands Water says MUD rates are set by each elected board and generally decline as bonds are paid off, and that its map boundaries are approximate. Woodlands Water: MUD tax rates Woodlands Water: Find your MUD
The developer's 2025 sheet (rates set in fall 2024) says the part of Grogan's Forest east of Grogan's Mill Road pays no MUD or Township tax but pays Shenandoah city tax ($0.1421) and ESD 4 ($0.0986). Those are developer figures for the prior year; confirm on the appraisal account. The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet
HOA and deed restrictions
- The Woodlands Township (covenant administrator) No annual covenant assessment; the Township levies its property tax ($0.1694 per $100 in 2026) instead (2026) Source
College Park is under The Woodlands Association covenants, administered by the Township, which has levied a tax instead of assessments since 2010. The College Park Village Association is a resident forum, not a dues-billing HOA. The Woodlands Township: Covenants and Standards The Woodlands Township: covenant lien explanation letter (2010) Village of College Park association
Windsor Hills has its own homeowners association according to the developer's tax sheet; the amount was not confirmed from the association or its manager, so get it from the resale certificate. The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet
Covenant rules apply to every lot: approvals for additions, pools and most exterior work, protected trees 6 inches and larger, no garage sales, and yearly Township approval for short-term rentals. The Woodlands Township: Covenants and Standards at a glance The Woodlands Association covenants (Township) The Woodlands Township: Short-term rental FAQ (2024)
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: Montgomery Central Appraisal District property search, Montgomery County Tax Office, True Cost of Homeownership calculator.
Schools Serving College Park
- Conroe ISD Find My School (by address)
Township GIS shows the entire College Park extent in Conroe ISD. Conroe ISD publishes feeder zone maps for The Woodlands High School and The Woodlands College Park High School zones; use the district's Find My School tool for the address. The Woodlands Township GIS: School Districts layer (College Park point) Conroe ISD: District maps Conroe ISD: Find My School
The developer's timeline records The Woodlands College Park High School opening in 2005, and Community Impact's 2017 profile listed it among the campuses the village is named for. The Woodlands Development Company: History Community Impact: The Woodlands villages (March 2017)
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 College Park
HCFCD places the Woodlands/I-45 area of southern Montgomery County in the 284-square-mile Spring Creek watershed. Harris County Flood Control District: Spring Creek watershed
The SJRA says no single body runs flood planning across Montgomery County; the county floodplain office, the SJRA and local water districts each play a part. San Jacinto River Authority: Who oversees flood control for Montgomery County Montgomery County Floodplain Administration
Hurricane Harvey in August 2017 left 141 homes in The Woodlands with flood damage, per preliminary data reported by Community Impact, which did not break the count out by village. Community Impact: Montgomery County feels effects of Hurricane Harvey (Sept. 2017)
Check the address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and the SJRA's Know Your Watershed tool, and ask for the seller's flood disclosure. FEMA Flood Map Service Center SJRA: Know Your Watershed
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 College Park
Groceries
- Harper's Trace H-E-B 10200 Highway 242, Conroe, north of Harper's Landing
Pharmacies
- Harper's Trace H-E-B Pharmacy inside the Harper's Trace H-E-B (drive-thru listed)
Shopping
- Costco The Woodlands 8185 Highway 242, Conroe
Hospitals and urgent care
- CommonSpirit St. Luke's Hospital The Woodlands 17200 St. Lukes Way, in the village
- Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands 17600 I-45 South (pediatric emergency room)
- Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital 17201 I-45 South
Parks and trails
- Avalon Park 8585 Grogan's Mill Rd., in the village
- Harper's Landing Pool 2 Blair Bridge Dr., in Harper's Landing (Township pool)
- Harper's Landing Park dog park in Harper's Landing
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 College Park
I-45 runs along the village's east side, per the Township; drivers take I-45 south or the Hardy Toll Road toward Houston, and the Hardy Toll Road connects to the Hardy Airport Connector for Bush Intercontinental. The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Community Impact: The Woodlands transit services (2025) Houston Airports: Hardy Toll Road and Bush Intercontinental access
Weekday Woodlands Express buses to Downtown, Greenway Plaza, the Texas Medical Center and the Energy Corridor leave from the Research Forest Park and Ride (3900 Marsico Place), as well as the Sterling Ridge and Sawdust lots. The Woodlands Express The Woodlands Express: Park and ride locations The Woodlands Express: Schedules
SH 242 carries the Costco and H-E-B to the north, and the Grand Parkway's Segment G, a TxDOT toll road, runs east from I-45 to US 59 in New Caney. Costco: The Woodlands warehouse H-E-B: Harper's Trace H-E-B TxDOT: Grand Parkway Segment G
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.
College Park Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of living in College Park in The Woodlands?
Pros: a HAR 2025 median market value of $356,891 for Harper's Landing and College Park, about half the Sterling Ridge and Creekside Park medians, I-45 access, and colleges and hospitals inside the village. Cons: smaller homes and lots (2,346 sq ft on 7,969 sq ft at the median), MUD 39's 0.24 rate in Harper's Landing, and highway-side commercial uses near I-45.
Sources: HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) HAR.com: Woodlands, Village of Sterling Ridge 77382 (2025 facts) HAR.com: The Woodlands Village of Creekside Park (2025 facts) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
How much are homes in Harper's Landing and College Park?
HAR's 2025 facts show a median market value of $356,891 and a range of $290K to $426K across 1,342 homes. That is an appraisal-based figure, not a sale price; ask us for an MLS report of recent College Park sales.
Sources: HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What MUD and tax rate apply in College Park?
It depends on the neighborhood: Harper's Landing is in MUD 39 (0.24 for 2026), Grogan's Forest in MUD 60 (0.11735) and Windsor Hills in MUD 67 (0.131421). With 2026 county, hospital, Lone Star College, Conroe ISD and Township rates, that is about $1.89, $1.77 and $1.79 per $100 before exemptions. Part of Grogan's Forest is in Shenandoah and is taxed differently.
Sources: The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet Woodlands Water: MUD tax rates Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates and exemptions Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Is part of College Park in the City of Shenandoah?
The developer's 2025 tax sheet says the part of Grogan's Forest east of Grogan's Mill Road pays Shenandoah city tax and ESD 4 instead of MUD and Township tax. Confirm the taxing units for any Grogan's Forest home on the Montgomery Central Appraisal District account.
Sources: The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Are there HOA dues in College Park?
There is no master HOA bill: the Township levies a property tax instead of covenant assessments, and the village association is a resident forum. Windsor Hills has its own homeowners association per the developer's tax sheet, so get its current fee from the resale certificate.
Sources: The Woodlands Township: covenant lien explanation letter (2010) Village of College Park association The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Where do College Park residents shop for groceries?
The Harper's Trace H-E-B, with a pharmacy, is at 10200 Highway 242 and Costco's The Woodlands warehouse is at 8185 Highway 242. The village association also lists Walmart, Kohl's and Lowe's nearby.
Sources: H-E-B: Harper's Trace H-E-B Costco: The Woodlands warehouse Village of College Park association Checked Oct. 28, 2026
How do College Park residents commute to Houston?
The village sits near I-45, which leads south to Houston along with the Hardy Toll Road. The Research Forest Park and Ride at 3900 Marsico Place has weekday Woodlands Express buses to Downtown, Greenway Plaza, the Texas Medical Center and the Energy Corridor.
Sources: The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Community Impact: The Woodlands transit services (2025) The Woodlands Express: Park and ride locations Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Are there newer homes in College Park?
Harper's Landing opened in 1999 and Windsor Hills in 2000, and HAR's 2025 median year built for Harper's Landing and College Park is 2002. The Township counts 35,060 of 35,200 single-family homes built across The Woodlands, so expect resales.
Sources: The Woodlands Development Company: History HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) The Woodlands Township: 2025 Community Facts Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What hospitals are in or near College Park?
CommonSpirit St. Luke's Hospital The Woodlands is at 17200 St. Lukes Way, Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands at 17600 I-45 South and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital at 17201 I-45 South; Community Impact's 2017 profile listed all three in College Park.
Sources: CommonSpirit St. Luke's Hospital The Woodlands: Emergency room Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands: Emergency room Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital: Emergency department Checked Oct. 28, 2026
What should I check before buying in College Park?
Find out which neighborhood and MUD the home is in, since Harper's Landing's MUD 39 rate is the highest Woodlands Water lists and part of Grogan's Forest is in Shenandoah. In Windsor Hills, order the HOA resale certificate and ask about any occupancy rules. Look the address up on FEMA's map and the SJRA watershed tool.
Sources: Woodlands Water: MUD tax rates The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet The Woodlands Development Company: History Checked Oct. 28, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in College Park? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want into The Woodlands for well under the Sterling Ridge or Creekside Park price, with I-45, hospitals and colleges right at hand? College Park is that village, at a $356,891 2025 median for Harper's Landing and College Park. The tradeoff is smaller houses and lots, and in Harper's Landing a MUD rate of 0.24, the highest Woodlands Water lists.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- A lower price point than the newer villages
- Right by I-45
- Hospitals in the village
What Might Surprise You
- MUD 39 runs high
- Smaller homes and lots
- Shenandoah inside the village
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Harper's Trace H-E-B, 2.3 mi
- ER: CommonSpirit - St. Luke's Hospital - The Woodlands, 0.3 mi
- Shopping: The Woodlands Mall, 2.4 mi
- Park: Northshore Park, 2.4 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
College Park makes sense if you want a Woodlands address at a HAR median about half of Sterling Ridge's, and if I-45 or the hospitals on it matter to your day.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in College Park
- 1A lower price point than the newer villages
HAR's 2025 median market value for Harper's Landing and College Park is $356,891, with a range of $290K to $426K, well under the $728,804 Sterling Ridge median.
HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) HAR.com: Woodlands, Village of Sterling Ridge 77382 (2025 facts)
- 2Right by I-45
The Township places College Park on the northern edge of The Woodlands near I-45, and the Research Forest park-and-ride offers weekday buses into Houston.
The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park The Woodlands Express: Park and ride locations The Woodlands Express
- 3Hospitals in the village
St. Luke's, Texas Children's and Houston Methodist all have Woodlands hospitals with emergency rooms along St. Lukes Way and I-45.
CommonSpirit St. Luke's Hospital The Woodlands: Emergency room Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands: Emergency room Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital: Emergency department
- 4Colleges on College Park Drive
Lone Star College-University Center and Lone Star College-Montgomery sit at 3232 and 3200 College Park Drive.
Lone Star College-University Center at The Woodlands Lone Star College-Montgomery
- 5Big-box errands on SH 242
Costco's The Woodlands warehouse and the Harper's Trace H-E-B with a pharmacy are both on Highway 242.
Five Things You Should Know Before Moving to College Park
- 1MUD 39 runs high
Harper's Landing is in MUD 39, at 0.24 for 2026, the highest rate Woodlands Water lists; with the other 2026 units that is about $1.89 per $100 before exemptions.
The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet Woodlands Water: MUD tax rates Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates and exemptions
- 2Smaller homes and lots
The 2025 HAR median is 2,346 sq ft on a 7,969 sq ft lot, so compare floor plans carefully if you need space.
HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts)
- 3Shenandoah inside the village
The developer's tax sheet places the part of Grogan's Forest east of Grogan's Mill Road in the City of Shenandoah, with city and ESD 4 tax instead of MUD and Township tax.
- 4A separate HOA in Windsor Hills
Windsor Hills has its own homeowners association per the developer's tax sheet, so read its resale certificate and rules before you offer.
The Woodlands Development Company: 2025 tax rate sheet The Woodlands Development Company: History
- 5Next to I-45 and big campuses
Hospitals, colleges and big retail sit along I-45 and SH 242 next to the village. If a home backs up to that corridor, visit at rush hour and listen for highway noise before you commit.
The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital: Emergency department Costco: The Woodlands warehouse
Who Might Love College Park?
- Buyers who want a Woodlands address at a lower HAR median than Sterling Ridge or Creekside Park
- Buyers who value I-45 access and the hospitals along it
- Buyers fine with a smaller home and lot in exchange for price
- Buyers who would use Lone Star College or the Research Forest park-and-ride
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a bigger house and lot, Sterling Ridge shows a 3,333 sq ft median home on a 10,241 sq ft lot in HAR's 2025 facts.
- If you want a brand new home near I-45, Grand Central Park in Conroe is still building.
- If you want a village set back from the interstate, look at the western villages such as Alden Bridge.
Everyday Convenience in College Park
- Errands on SH 242 Groceries and bulk shopping are on Highway 242 at H-E-B and Costco, and the village association lists Walmart, Kohl's and Lowe's nearby. H-E-B: Harper's Trace H-E-B Costco: The Woodlands warehouse Village of College Park association
- Pool, tennis and a dog park The Township runs Harper's Landing Pool, Avalon Park has tennis courts, and Harper's Landing Park has a dog park. The Woodlands Parks: Pool locations The Woodlands Parks: Parks directory The Woodlands Parks: Dog parks
- Village meetings The College Park Village Association meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at The Woodlands Township. The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park
Main routes: I-45 on the village's edge, Grogan's Mill Road, College Park Drive and Highway 242, with the Hardy Toll Road toward Houston. The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park The Woodlands Parks: Parks directory Lone Star College-University Center at The Woodlands
| Nearest H-E-B | Harper's Trace H-E-B 2.3 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Woodlands Market H-E-B 2.6 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Harper's Trace H-E-B 2.3 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | CommonSpirit - St. Luke's Hospital - The Woodlands 0.3 mi |
| Major shopping | The Woodlands Mall 2.4 mi |
| Parks and nature | Northshore Park 2.4 mi |
| Golf | The Woodlands Country Club 3.7 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 16 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 39 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of College Park, 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 | $356,891 | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $290K - $426K | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
| Median home size | 2,346 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
| Median lot | 7,969 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
| Median year built | 2002 | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
| Single-family homes | 1,342 | HAR 2025 facts (Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park) |
| Tax rate: Montgomery County | $0.3860 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| Tax rate: Lone Star College | $0.1058 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| HOA dues | No annual covenant assessment; the Township levies its property tax ($0.1694 per $100 in 2026) instead (2026) | The Woodlands Township (covenant administrator) |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for College Park 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 College Park Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: College Park makes sense if you want a Woodlands address at a HAR median about half of Sterling Ridge's, and if I-45 or the hospitals on it matter to your day. Get the MUD and city status right first, because Harper's Landing, Windsor Hills and the Shenandoah side of Grogan's Forest are taxed differently. Then walk the floor plan, since the median home here is about 1,000 square feet smaller than in Sterling Ridge.
College Park vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
College Park vs. Alden Bridge
Choose Alden Bridge and you gain: Alden Bridge has Township pools and parks, a Kroger on Research Forest Drive and W.G. Jones State Forest next door, farther from I-45.
You give up: You give up College Park's closer access to I-45, the hospitals and the colleges, and Alden Bridge's MUDs still add 0.13 to 0.17 per $100.
College Park vs. Grand Central Park
Choose Grand Central Park and you gain: Grand Central Park offers newer homes, a Kroger Marketplace at the entrance, an 88-acre lake and about 10 miles of trails, also on I-45.
You give up: Every home there pays a Conroe city tax plus a management district tax, and it is outside The Woodlands Township.
Questions buyers ask about College Park
Is College Park a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a Woodlands address at a lower price point than Sterling Ridge or Creekside Park, with I-45, three hospitals and two Lone Star College campuses close by. Check which MUD or city the home is in, the size of the floor plan, and any Windsor Hills association rules before you buy.
Sources: HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) HAR.com: Woodlands, Village of Sterling Ridge 77382 (2025 facts) The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park Checked Oct 28, 2026
What are the downsides of living in College Park?
Harper's Landing's MUD 39 carries the highest 2026 rate Woodlands Water lists, homes and lots are smaller than in Sterling Ridge and Creekside Park, and the area along I-45 and SH 242 is busy with hospitals, colleges and big retail. Part of Grogan's Forest is in Shenandoah, so taxes differ by street.
Sources: HAR.com: Woodlands, Harper's Landing and College Park (2025 facts) HAR.com: Woodlands, Village of Sterling Ridge 77382 (2025 facts) The Woodlands Township: Village of College Park 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
College Park 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands - Harper's Lnd and College Park | 1,342 | 2,346 sq ft | 2002 | $356,891 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $0.3860 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lone Star College | $0.1058 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Conroe ISD | $0.9471 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| The Woodlands Township (not the Shenandoah part of Grogan's Forest) | $0.1694 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 39 (Harper's Landing) | $0.24 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 60 (Grogan's Forest) | $0.11735 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 67 (Windsor Hills) | $0.131421 per $100 | 2026 | 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.
- Montgomery Central Appraisal District property search
- Montgomery County Tax Office
- True Cost of Homeownership calculator
Checked Oct 28, 2026
HOA dues
- The Woodlands Township (covenant administrator) No annual covenant assessment; the Township levies its property tax ($0.1694 per $100 in 2026) instead (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
- Conroe ISD 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
- The Woodlands Mall 2.4 mi
- Grand Parkway Marketplace 8.3 mi
Parks and nature
- Northshore Park 2.4 mi
- Town Green Park 2.7 mi
- Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens 12 mi
Golf clubs and courses
- The Woodlands Country Club 3.7 mi
- Augusta Pines Golf Club 6.9 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of College Park, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See College Park on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
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