The Michael O’Neal Group · Walden on Lake Conroe community guide
Walden on Lake ConroeA marina and owner boat ramps
Want a marina slip, a boat ramp and twenty courts inside your own community on Lake Conroe? Walden has that. But this is a big, older community with a MUD tax, section fees on top of the maintenance fee and SJRA rules on the water, so read the paperwork for the exact lot.
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Walden on Lake Conroe from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
Why people choose Walden on Lake Conroe
What sets Walden on Lake Conroe apart.
Walden lists a privately owned 536 slip marina, and the association keeps two boat ramps for property owners at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive.34
Every property owner is a member of the Racquet Center (14 tennis and 6 pickleball courts) and the Fitness Center through the annual maintenance fee.4
What stands out
- Pools, trail and a dog park. The association lists the Yacht Club pool with a splash pad, a lap pool, a paved trail along Walden Road toward the lake, a playground and an off leash dog park.4
- Lake living at a moderate median value. HAR's 2025 median market value in Walden is $336,300, compared with $568,369 in Bentwater across the lake.15
- Many kinds of homes. Walden is planned for 5,300 dwellings, from condominiums and townhouses to patio, single family and estate homes.3
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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 Walden on Lake Conroe looks like.
From the area’s own records and each place’s official page. Places without verified coordinates are described here but not mapped.
Utilities named by the association
The association lists Montgomery County MUDs 8 and 9 for water and sewer, Entergy for electricity and OFS Solid Waste Services for trash.7
Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Walden on Lake Conroe’s center): H-E-B Willis, 7.8 mi; Conroe Market H-E-B, 8.3 mi.
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, 11.7 mi; CommonSpirit - St. Luke's Hospital - The Woodlands, 16.1 mi.
Neighborhood comparison
Walden on Lake Conroe and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
Tap Compare on Walden on Lake Conroe and one or two neighbors to line up HAR figures, dues and tax units.
Walden on Lake Conroe
A lake and golf community on a peninsula on the west side of Lake Conroe in Montgomery County, with a marina, a racquet center, pools and its own community association.
- $336KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,098Median sq ft
- 2003Median year built
- Lake Houston, 1.4 mi
- Walden on Lake Conroe Community Improvement Association (maintenance fee): $1,200 per lot (2027)
- Montgomery County MUD No. 8: $0.2935 per $100 (2026) and 1 more
April Sound
April Sound is a gated lake and golf community on the southern shore of Lake Conroe, started in the 1970s, with Montgomery 77356 addresses.
- $349KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,280Median sq ft
- 1994Median year built
- Montgomery County Utility District 3: $0.1600 per $100 (2026) and 1 more
Bentwater
Bentwater is a gated golf and waterfront community on the western shore of Lake Conroe in northwest Montgomery County, with its main entrance on FM 1097 west of Willis.
- $568KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,290Median sq ft
- 2004Median year built
- Lake Houston, 0.9 mi
- Montgomery County MUD No. 18: $0.1600 per $100 (2026)
Grand Harbor
A gated community on a Lake Conroe inlet west of Walden in Montgomery County, built out with custom homes on larger wooded lots. Not the same place as Lakes at Grand Harbor in Katy.
- $779KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,532Median sq ft
- 2007Median year built
- Lake Houston, 1.1 mi
Point Aquarius
A gated lake community on a peninsula on the east side of Lake Conroe, with a Willis mailing address, its own marina and two boat launches.
- $359KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,150Median sq ft
- 2001Median year built
- Lake Houston, 1.4 mi
- Point Aquarius MUD: $0.5124 per $100 (2026)
Lake Conroe
Bentwater, April Sound, Walden and the other communities on Lake Conroe in Montgomery County: who runs the lake, how levels are managed, and what a waterfront buyer should check.
HAR has no 2025 neighborhood figures for this section. Ask for recent sales.
- Lake Houston, 1.7 mi
Graystone Hills
Graystone Hills is a neighborhood of about 750 homes on Conroe's west side, inside the City of Conroe and Montgomery County MUD 107, with a HAR median year built of 2011.
- $476KHAR 2025 median value
- 3,187Median sq ft
- 2011Median year built
- Montgomery County MUD 107: $0.3700 per $100 (2026)
Willis
North of Conroe, on the east shore of the lake.
HAR has no 2025 neighborhood figures for this section. Ask for recent sales.
Woodforest
South Montgomery County about five miles north of The Woodlands, about six miles south of Lake Conroe and about seven miles west of I-45, along Fish Creek Thoroughfare (which connects to FM 1488 and SH 105).
- $498KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,800Median sq ft
- 2016Median year built
- Woodforest Owners Association, Inc.: $1,392 per year (as shown 2026-10-20 (2023 fee sheet: $1,391.50))
- Montgomery County MUD No. 113: $0.5600 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
Walden on Lake Conroe details worth knowing.
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A peninsula on Lake Conroe
The association describes Walden as a tree-lined peninsula on Lake Conroe that has had residents since 1972. Its office is at 11715 Walden Rd. in Montgomery.3
- 02
Many kinds of homes
Walden is planned for 5,300 dwellings, including estate homes, single-family homes, patio homes, townhouses and condominiums.3
- 03
HAR's 2025 facts
HAR counts 3,385 single-family properties in Walden with a median of 2,098 square feet, a median lot of 7,688 square feet and a median year built of 2003.1
- 04
Marina and boat ramps
Walden lists a privately owned 536-slip marina, and the association maintains two boat ramps for property owners, at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive. A current Walden property owner access card is needed to use the ramps.3
- 05
Racquet and fitness centers included
The Racquet Center at 11800 Walden Rd. has 14 tennis and 6 pickleball courts, and every property owner is a member of it and of the Fitness Center through the annual maintenance fee.4
Getting around
From Walden on Lake Conroe to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: Walden Road through the community and SH 105 from Montgomery east through Conroe to I-45.38
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 Walden on Lake Conroe 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.
Walden on Lake Conroe market dashboard
What the market around Walden on Lake Conroe is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Walden on Lake Conroe alone. HAR’s Lake Conroe Area and Montgomery County Northwest market areas cover the communities around Walden on Lake Conroe; we don’t claim Walden on Lake Conroe 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.
Lake Conroe Area
HAR market area · single-family
- $328,970Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 174Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 1557Active listings, Oct 2026
- 6.6Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 45.5Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +1%Active listings vs. a year ago
Montgomery County Northwest
HAR market area · single-family
- $554,950Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 18Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 143Active listings, Oct 2026
- 8.3Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 83Median days on market, Sep 2026
- +15.3%Active listings vs. a year ago
HAR 2025 Facts for Walden (Montgomery): median market value $336,300, typical range $247 - $671 K, median home 2,098 sq ft on a 7,688 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, 202611.
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 Walden on Lake Conroe.
The 2027 maintenance fee is $1,200 per lot, and some sections add their own fee, up to $1,100 a year in Section 7; The Estates of Walden bills $916 separately.2
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.
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Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year12. Our record lists more than one utility district for Walden on Lake Conroe: pick the one on the MCAD account for the address. Montgomery County units: Montgomery County (2026), Montgomery County Hospital District (2026).
Before you move here
The Good, The Bad & The Reality.
Want a marina slip, a boat ramp and twenty courts inside your own community on Lake Conroe? Walden has that. But this is a big, older community with a MUD tax, section fees on top of the maintenance fee and SJRA rules on the water, so read the paperwork for the exact lot.
The Good
- A marina and owner boat rampsWalden lists a privately owned 536 slip marina, and the association keeps two boat ramps for property owners at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive.34
- Racquet and fitness includedEvery property owner is a member of the Racquet Center (14 tennis and 6 pickleball courts) and the Fitness Center through the annual maintenance fee.4
- Pools, trail and a dog parkThe association lists the Yacht Club pool with a splash pad, a lap pool, a paved trail along Walden Road toward the lake, a playground and an off leash dog park.4
- Lake living at a moderate median valueHAR's 2025 median market value in Walden is $336,300, compared with $568,369 in Bentwater across the lake.15
- Many kinds of homesWalden is planned for 5,300 dwellings, from condominiums and townhouses to patio, single family and estate homes.3
The Bad
- A MUD tax appliesA Walden home is in Montgomery County MUD 8 ($0.2935 per $100 for 2026) or MUD 9 ($0.3700), and HAR says the units vary by property.131
- Fees stack by sectionThe 2027 maintenance fee is $1,200 per lot, and some sections add their own fee, up to $1,100 a year in Section 7; The Estates of Walden bills $916 separately.2
- Golf is a separate decisionGolf Digest lists Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club as private, and the association's amenities do not include golf membership.144
- Boat and trailer rulesStoring a boat or trailer in a driveway or in public view violates the deed restrictions, and overnight parking at the ramps is not allowed.4
- Lake paperwork on waterfront lotsPrivate docks need an SJRA license with an annual fee, SJRA does not promise any lake level, and septic systems within 2,075 feet of the lake fall under SJRA permits.1516
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineWalden is the Lake Conroe community where a lot of the lake lifestyle comes with the maintenance fee, from the boat ramps to the racquet center. Before you write an offer, I would pull the resale certificate to see every section fee, confirm MUD 8 or MUD 9 on the appraisal account, and on a waterfront lot ask for the SJRA dock license and check for septic. Then price golf on its own.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a marina and owner boat ramps inside the community
- You may love it ifBuyers who play tennis or pickleball and want a racquet center included in the fee
- You may love it ifBuyers who want lake living at a lower median value than the gated lake communities
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want private golf inside the gates with the club next to the marina, look at Bentwater.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a gated setting with larger lots and no MUD on HAR's tax table, compare Grand Harbor.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a master plan with shopping inside, look at The Woodlands.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Walden is the Lake Conroe community where a lot of the lake lifestyle comes with the maintenance fee, from the boat ramps to the racquet center. Before you write an offer, I would pull the resale certificate to see every section fee, confirm MUD 8 or MUD 9 on the appraisal account, and on a waterfront lot ask for the SJRA dock license and check for septic. Then price golf on its own.
Schools
Schools for a Walden on Lake Conroe address.
Use each district’s own lookup for the exact address.
- Montgomery Independent School DistrictDistrict listed for Walden on Lake Conroe in our recordsZoning maps (ES/JH/HS)
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 Walden on Lake Conroe 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
- San Jacinto River AuthorityWho handles flood control in Montgomery County
- Montgomery County EngineeringCounty floodplain administration
- 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
Walden on Lake Conroe 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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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
Walden on Lake Conroe questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Walden on Lake Conroe?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Walden (Montgomery)” show a median market value of $336,300, a typical range of $247 - $671 K, a median home of 2,098 sq ft on a 7,688 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 Walden on Lake Conroe besides Montgomery County?
Our records show Montgomery ISD at $1.0479 per $100 (2026); Montgomery County ESD 2 at $0.1000 per $100 (2026); Montgomery County MUD No. 8 at $0.2935 per $100 (2026); Montgomery County MUD No. 9 at $0.3700 per $100 (2026). Rates and years are as each office lists them; the MCAD account for a specific address shows which units apply.
Sources: cms2.revize.com.
What did HAR’s Lake Conroe Area market area show this fall for buyers looking at Walden on Lake Conroe?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $328,970 for single-family homes in its Lake Conroe Area market area, with 174 sales that month, 1557 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 6.6 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).
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Walden on Lake Conroe at a Glance
A peninsula on Lake Conroe. The association describes Walden as a tree-lined peninsula on Lake Conroe that has had residents since 1972. Its office is at 11715 Walden Rd. in Montgomery. Walden Community Association
Many kinds of homes. Walden is planned for 5,300 dwellings, including estate homes, single-family homes, patio homes, townhouses and condominiums. Walden Community Association
HAR's 2025 facts. HAR counts 3,385 single-family properties in Walden with a median of 2,098 square feet, a median lot of 7,688 square feet and a median year built of 2003. HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) 2025 facts
Marina and boat ramps. Walden lists a privately owned 536-slip marina, and the association maintains two boat ramps for property owners, at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive. A current Walden property owner access card is needed to use the ramps. Walden Community Association Walden Community Association: Amenities
Racquet and fitness centers included. The Racquet Center at 11800 Walden Rd. has 14 tennis and 6 pickleball courts, and every property owner is a member of it and of the Fitness Center through the annual maintenance fee. Walden Community Association: Amenities
Pools, trail and fields. The association lists the Yacht Club pool with kiddie pools and a splash pad, a lap pool at the Fitness Center, a paved trail along Walden Road toward the lake, a playground and dog park, and three resident practice fields. Walden Community Association: Amenities
Private golf club. Golf Digest lists Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club at 13101 Walden Rd. as a private 18-hole, par 72 course designed by Bruce Devlin and Robert von Hagge. Golf Digest: Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club
The lake came first. The association notes that Lake Conroe was built from January 1970 to 1973, and SJRA says the dam was finished in January 1973. Walden Community Association San Jacinto River Authority: History
Utilities. The association lists Montgomery County MUDs 8 and 9 for water and sewer, Entergy for electricity, and OFS Solid Waste Services for trash. Walden Community Association: Community links and numbers
Homes and the Walden on Lake Conroe Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walden (Montgomery) | 3,385 | 2,098 sq ft | 7,688 sq ft | 2003 | $336,300 | $247 - $671 K |
HAR.com 2025 neighborhood facts. Market value is the appraisal district’s figure, not a sale price, and a median is not the value of any one home.
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Walden on Lake Conroe 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 Walden on Lake Conroe; 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 Walden on Lake Conroe
| Taxing unit | Adopted rate | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $0.3860 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery ISD | $1.0479 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County ESD 2 | $0.1000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 8 | $0.2935 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 9 | $0.3700 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
HAR's tax table for Walden lists both Montgomery County MUD 8 and MUD 9 and notes that the tax units vary by property, so a home is in one MUD or the other. The appraisal account for the address shows which. HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) tax table Walden MUDs 8 and 9
HOA and deed restrictions
- Walden on Lake Conroe Community Improvement Association (maintenance fee) $1,200 per lot (2027) Source
Some sections add their own section fee on top of the maintenance fee, from $8 to $1,100 a year depending on the section, and The Estates of Walden (Section 19) bills $916 through its own statement. The fee is due January 1 and late after January 31. Walden Community Association: Sections and fees
Deed restrictions are recorded in Montgomery County, vary by section, and can lead to fines. Storing boats or trailers in driveways or in public view violates them. Walden Community Association: FAQ Walden Community Association: Amenities
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 Walden on Lake Conroe
- Montgomery ISD Zoning maps (ES/JH/HS)
HAR's tax table for Walden lists Montgomery ISD. The association's numbers page lists Madeley Ranch Elementary, Montgomery Junior High and Montgomery High; confirm the campuses for a specific address with the district. HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) tax table Walden Community Association: Community links and numbers
Montgomery ISD posts zoning maps but no address lookup, so call the district to confirm campuses. Montgomery ISD: Zone maps
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 Walden on Lake Conroe
For lakefront homes, compare surveyed elevations with SJRA's 201-foot normal pool and 207-foot flowage easement. Lake Conroe reached a record 206.24 feet on Aug. 28, 2017, during Hurricane Harvey. SJRA: Lake Conroe facts SJRA: History
SJRA has no obligation to keep the lake at any level for a dock's use, and private docks need an SJRA license with an annual fee. SJRA: Licensing my residential structure
SJRA permits septic systems within 2,075 feet of Lake Conroe, and its OSSF Data Viewer shows whether a property falls in that zone. SJRA: Permitting my on-site septic facility
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 Walden on Lake Conroe
Groceries
- Brookshire Brothers Montgomery #73 (grocery and pharmacy) 21005 Eva St. (SH 105) in Montgomery
Restaurants
- Walden's Lakeview Dining and Breakwater Grille inside Walden, listed by the association
Shopping
- Walmart Montgomery Supercenter (pharmacy inside) 18700 SH 105 W, Montgomery
Hospitals and urgent care
- HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe 504 Medical Center Blvd., Conroe
Fitness
- Walden Racquet Center and Fitness Center 11800 Walden Rd., inside Walden; included for property owners
Parks and trails
- Fernland Historical Park 770 Clepper St., Montgomery
- Sam Houston National Forest national forest land along the north part of Lake Conroe
Golf
- Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club 13101 Walden Rd., inside Walden; private
- Margaritaville Lake Resort golf course 600 Margaritaville Pkwy. on Lake Conroe
Libraries
- Charles B. Stewart Library 202 Bessie Price Owen Dr., Montgomery
Each place links to its own site and was confirmed operating on Nov. 11, 2026. Listed by location, not a ranking or a recommendation.
Getting Around from Walden on Lake Conroe
SH 105 runs along the south side of Lake Conroe from Montgomery east through Conroe to I-45, the main route south toward The Woodlands, downtown Houston and IAH. TxDOT: SH 105 highway designation
West of Montgomery, TxDOT has a proposed SH 105 widening between Mount Mariah Road and FM 149; its posted schedule dates from 2017, so check its status. TxDOT: SH 105 from Mount Mariah Road to FM 149
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.
Walden on Lake Conroe Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of living in Walden on Lake Conroe?
Walden puts a 536-slip marina, two owner boat ramps, a 20-court racquet center and a fitness center inside one community, and the racquet and fitness centers come with the maintenance fee. On the other side, the golf club is private, a MUD tax applies, some sections add their own fee, and lake homes carry SJRA dock and septic rules.
Sources: Walden Community Association: Amenities Walden Community Association: Sections and fees Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What is the median home value in Walden on Lake Conroe?
HAR's 2025 facts put Walden's median market value at $336,300, with a neighborhood range of $247,000 to $671,000 across 3,385 single-family properties. That is a market value from appraisal data, not a sale price.
Sources: HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) 2025 facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Which MUD and tax rates apply in Walden on Lake Conroe?
A Walden home is in Montgomery County MUD 8 ($0.2935 per $100 for 2026) or MUD 9 ($0.3700), on top of Montgomery County, the hospital district, Montgomery ISD and ESD 2. Check the appraisal account to see which MUD applies to the address.
Sources: Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) tax table Checked Nov. 11, 2026
How much is the Walden maintenance fee?
The association lists a 2027 maintenance fee of $1,200 per lot, due January 1. Some sections add a section fee, and The Estates of Walden bills its own $916 fee, so ask for the resale certificate to see the full amount for a lot.
Sources: Walden Community Association: Sections and fees Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Does buying in Walden include golf?
No. Golf Digest lists Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club as private, and the association's amenity list does not include golf membership, unlike the racquet and fitness centers. Ask the club about membership separately.
Sources: Golf Digest: Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club Walden Community Association: Amenities Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Can Walden owners launch a boat?
Yes. The association maintains two boat ramps for property owners, at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive, and a current owner access card is needed. Overnight trailer parking is not allowed, and boats or trailers stored in driveways or public view break the deed restrictions.
Sources: Walden Community Association: Amenities Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Where do Walden residents buy groceries?
There is no grocery store listed inside Walden. The closest confirmed stores are Brookshire Brothers and the Walmart Supercenter on SH 105 in Montgomery, both with pharmacies.
Sources: Brookshire Brothers: Store 73 Walmart: Montgomery, TX store Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What routes do Walden commuters use?
SH 105 runs from Montgomery east through Conroe to I-45, which is the route south toward The Woodlands, downtown Houston and IAH.
Sources: TxDOT: SH 105 highway designation Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Are there newer homes in Walden on Lake Conroe?
HAR's median year built for Walden is 2003, and the community has been building since the 1970s, so expect a mix of ages. Walden is planned for 5,300 dwellings of several types, from condominiums to estate homes.
Sources: HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) 2025 facts Walden Community Association Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What should I check before an offer in Walden?
Get the resale certificate for the maintenance and section fees, confirm MUD 8 or 9 on the appraisal account, and read the section's deed restrictions. On the water, ask for the SJRA dock license, compare lot and dock elevations with the 201-foot pool and 207-foot easement, and check whether the home is on septic.
Sources: Walden Community Association: Sections and fees SJRA: Licensing my residential structure SJRA: Lake Conroe facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Walden on Lake Conroe? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a marina slip, a boat ramp and twenty courts inside your own community on Lake Conroe? Walden has that. But this is a big, older community with a MUD tax, section fees on top of the maintenance fee and SJRA rules on the water, so read the paperwork for the exact lot.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- A marina and owner boat ramps
- Racquet and fitness included
- Pools, trail and a dog park
What Might Surprise You
- A MUD tax applies
- Fees stack by section
- Golf is a separate decision
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: H-E-B Willis, 7.8 mi
- ER: HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, 12 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Walden is the Lake Conroe community where a lot of the lake lifestyle comes with the maintenance fee, from the boat ramps to the racquet center.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in Walden on Lake Conroe
- 1A marina and owner boat ramps
Walden lists a privately owned 536 slip marina, and the association keeps two boat ramps for property owners at the end of Aspen Drive and off Poe Drive.
Walden Community Association Walden Community Association: Amenities
- 2Racquet and fitness included
Every property owner is a member of the Racquet Center (14 tennis and 6 pickleball courts) and the Fitness Center through the annual maintenance fee.
- 3Pools, trail and a dog park
The association lists the Yacht Club pool with a splash pad, a lap pool, a paved trail along Walden Road toward the lake, a playground and an off leash dog park.
- 4Lake living at a moderate median value
HAR's 2025 median market value in Walden is $336,300, compared with $568,369 in Bentwater across the lake.
HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) 2025 facts HAR.com: Bentwater price trends
- 5Many kinds of homes
Walden is planned for 5,300 dwellings, from condominiums and townhouses to patio, single family and estate homes.
Five Things You Should Know Before Moving to Walden on Lake Conroe
- 1A MUD tax applies
A Walden home is in Montgomery County MUD 8 ($0.2935 per $100 for 2026) or MUD 9 ($0.3700), and HAR says the units vary by property.
Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates HAR.com: Walden (Montgomery) tax table
- 2Fees stack by section
The 2027 maintenance fee is $1,200 per lot, and some sections add their own fee, up to $1,100 a year in Section 7; The Estates of Walden bills $916 separately.
- 3Golf is a separate decision
Golf Digest lists Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club as private, and the association's amenities do not include golf membership.
Golf Digest: Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club Walden Community Association: Amenities
- 4Boat and trailer rules
Storing a boat or trailer in a driveway or in public view violates the deed restrictions, and overnight parking at the ramps is not allowed.
- 5Lake paperwork on waterfront lots
Private docks need an SJRA license with an annual fee, SJRA does not promise any lake level, and septic systems within 2,075 feet of the lake fall under SJRA permits.
SJRA: Licensing my residential structure SJRA: Permitting my on-site septic facility
Who Might Love Walden on Lake Conroe?
- Buyers who want a marina and owner boat ramps inside the community
- Buyers who play tennis or pickleball and want a racquet center included in the fee
- Buyers who want lake living at a lower median value than the gated lake communities
- Buyers looking at condominiums, townhouses or patio homes near the water
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want private golf inside the gates with the club next to the marina, look at Bentwater.
- If you want a gated setting with larger lots and no MUD on HAR's tax table, compare Grand Harbor.
- If you want a master plan with shopping inside, look at The Woodlands.
Everyday Convenience in Walden on Lake Conroe
- Dining inside, errands outside The association lists Walden's Lakeview Dining and Breakwater Grille inside Walden, while the closest confirmed grocery stores are Brookshire Brothers and Walmart on SH 105 in Montgomery. Walden Community Association Brookshire Brothers: Store 73 Walmart: Montgomery, TX store
- Utilities named by the association The association lists Montgomery County MUDs 8 and 9 for water and sewer, Entergy for electricity and OFS Solid Waste Services for trash. Walden Community Association: Community links and numbers
Main routes: Walden Road through the community and SH 105 from Montgomery east through Conroe to I-45. Walden Community Association TxDOT: SH 105 highway designation
| Nearest H-E-B | H-E-B Willis 7.8 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | Conroe Market H-E-B 8.3 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at H-E-B Willis 7.8 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe 12 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 32 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 55 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Walden on Lake Conroe, 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 | $336,300 | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $247 - $671 K | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
| Median home size | 2,098 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
| Median lot | 7,688 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
| Median year built | 2003 | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
| Single-family homes | 3,385 | HAR 2025 facts (Walden (Montgomery)) |
| 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: Montgomery ISD | $1.0479 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
| HOA dues | $1,200 per lot (2027) | Walden on Lake Conroe Community Improvement Association (maintenance fee) |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Walden on Lake Conroe 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 Walden on Lake Conroe Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Walden is the Lake Conroe community where a lot of the lake lifestyle comes with the maintenance fee, from the boat ramps to the racquet center. Before you write an offer, I would pull the resale certificate to see every section fee, confirm MUD 8 or MUD 9 on the appraisal account, and on a waterfront lot ask for the SJRA dock license and check for septic. Then price golf on its own.
Walden on Lake Conroe vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Walden on Lake Conroe vs. Bentwater
Choose Bentwater and you gain: Three private golf courses and a 150 plus slip marina behind a staffed gate, with larger homes (HAR median 3,290 square feet).
You give up: Walden's lower HAR median value and the racquet and fitness centers included in the fee.
Walden on Lake Conroe vs. April Sound
Choose April Sound and you gain: A gated community on the south shore with 27 private holes and a similar HAR median value ($348,963).
You give up: Walden's 536 slip marina and the racquet and fitness centers that come with the maintenance fee.
Walden on Lake Conroe vs. Lake Conroe
Choose Lake Conroe and you gain: A wider look at every community and city around the lake.
You give up: Walden's own association amenities and fee schedule.
Questions buyers ask about Walden on Lake Conroe
Is Walden on Lake Conroe a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want a marina, owner boat ramps and a racquet center included in the fee, at a lower HAR median value than the gated lake communities. Check the section fees, which MUD the home is in, and the SJRA dock and septic rules for waterfront lots.
Sources: Walden Community Association Walden Community Association: Amenities Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates Checked Nov 11, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Walden on Lake Conroe?
A MUD tax applies, some sections add fees on top of the $1,200 maintenance fee, and the golf club is private and separate. Boats and trailers cannot be stored in driveways, and waterfront lots carry SJRA licensing and septic rules.
Sources: Walden Community Association Walden Community Association: Amenities Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates Checked Nov 11, 2026
Researched and checked Nov 11, 2026. Facts link to their sources; Michael’s take is his opinion.
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Michael O’Neal
Broker | REALTOR® · The Michael O’Neal Group
Keller Williams Realty Northeast
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Neighborhood fact sheet
Walden on Lake Conroe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walden (Montgomery) | 3,385 | 2,098 sq ft | 2003 | $336,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $0.3860 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County Hospital District | $0.0458 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery ISD | $1.0479 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County ESD 2 | $0.1000 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 8 | $0.2935 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Montgomery County MUD No. 9 | $0.3700 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 Nov 11, 2026
HOA dues
- Walden on Lake Conroe Community Improvement Association (maintenance fee) $1,200 per lot (2027) 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
- Montgomery ISD Zoning maps (ES/JH/HS)
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
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Walden on Lake Conroe, not driving distance or time. Each name links to its official site. A list is not a recommendation or a ranking.
See Walden on Lake Conroe on the area map
Checked Oct 28, 2026
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Researched and checked Nov. 11, 2026. Every fact links to its source. Related: Montgomery · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Walden (Montgomery), 2025 Facts
- Walden on Lake Conroe Community Improvement Association (maintenance fee)
- Walden Community Association
- Walden Community Association: Amenities
- HAR.com: Bentwater price trends
- Brookshire Brothers: Store 73
- Walden Community Association: Community links and numbers
- TxDOT: SH 105 highway designation
- HAR.com, Lake Conroe Area market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Montgomery County Northwest market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- Official tax rate source
- Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates
- Golf Digest: Walden on Lake Conroe Golf Club
- SJRA: Licensing my residential structure
- SJRA: Permitting my on-site septic facility
Community facts: city, district and association records, the Montgomery 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.