The Michael O’Neal Group · Water Crest on Lake Conroe community guide
Water Crest on Lake ConroeA private boat ramp and dock
Want a newer home with a private boat ramp, a dock and a pool just off I-45? Water Crest has that. But most homes are not on the water, and a city rate plus a MUD sit on top of Willis ISD, so run the tax math before you fall for the ramp.
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Water Crest on Lake Conroe from above. Aerial: USGS The National Map imagery (public domain).
Why people choose Water Crest on Lake Conroe
What sets Water Crest on Lake Conroe apart.
Community Impact lists a private boat ramp to Lake Conroe and a private dock for the community.3
The same profile lists a pool, clubhouse, dog park, fishing pond, a park with a play structure and walking and nature trails.3
What stands out
- Newer homes. HAR's median year built is 2019, and D.R. Horton markets new homes in the community.14
- Moderate median value. HAR's 2025 median market value is $329,612, with a range of $275,000 to $482,000.1
- Close to I-45. Water Crest sits off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, and I-45 runs through the area toward The Woodlands and Houston.35
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Water Crest on Lake Conroe and its neighbors, on one map.
Tap the gold dot for Water Crest on Lake Conroe’s HAR figures and tax units; colored dots are groceries, parks and hospitals with verified coordinates. Gray dots are nearby neighborhoods to compare.
- Water Crest on Lake Conroe
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- Golf course
- Grocery, park or hospital
Neighborhood dots are approximate centers; we don’t draw subdivision, city or district boundaries. Filter rules: Golf nearby: Nearest golf course 1 mile or less (straight line from the neighborhood center). Near parks: A mapped park 1.5 miles or less from the neighborhood center. Larger homes: HAR 2025 median home size of 2,800 sq ft or more. Established: HAR 2025 median year built before 1995. Newer homes: HAR 2025 median year built 2010 or later. Larger lots: HAR 2025 median lot of 9,000 sq ft or more.
Daily life
What everyday life in Water Crest 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.
Amenities inside
The pool, clubhouse, dog park and trails are inside the community, per Community Impact.3
Groceries
Nearest H-E-B stores in our list (straight line from Water Crest on Lake Conroe’s center): Conroe Market H-E-B, 4.1 mi; H-E-B Willis, 4.4 mi.
Healthcare
Nearest hospitals with an emergency room (straight line): HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, 7.6 mi; CommonSpirit - St. Luke's Hospital - The Woodlands, 12.6 mi.
Neighborhood comparison
Water Crest on Lake Conroe and nearby neighborhoods, side by side.
Tap Compare on Water Crest on Lake Conroe and one or two neighbors to line up HAR figures, dues and tax units.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe
A newer community off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, near the east side of Lake Conroe, with a private boat ramp, dock and fishing ponds.
- $330KHAR 2025 median value
- 2,125Median sq ft
- 2019Median year built
- Lake Houston, 1.8 mi
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)
Lake Conroe Hills
An established neighborhood on FM 1097 west of Willis, with Lake Conroe shoreline, its own utility district and some of the lower values on the lake.
- $254KHAR 2025 median value
- 1,722Median sq ft
- 2004Median year built
- Lake Houston, 0.7 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)
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
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
Willis
North of Conroe, on the east shore of the lake.
HAR has no 2025 neighborhood figures for this section. Ask for recent sales.
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)
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
Water Crest on Lake Conroe details worth knowing.
- 01
Off League Line and Longmire
Community Impact describes Water Crest on Lake Conroe as a newer community off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, with waterfront access to Lake Conroe.3
- 02
Lake access without a lakefront lot
The same profile lists a private boat ramp to the lake, a private dock, a fishing pond, a pool, a clubhouse, a dog park, a park with a play structure and walking and nature trails.3
- 03
Newer homes
HAR counts 860 single-family properties with a median of 2,125 square feet, a median lot of 8,082 square feet and a median year built of 2019.1
- 04
A national builder
D.R. Horton markets new homes in Water Crest on Lake Conroe and lists an HOA, playground, clubhouse, dog park and fishing pond.4
- 05
Inside the City of Conroe
HAR's tax table lists the City of Conroe, Willis ISD, Lone Star College and Montgomery County MUD 126 for Water Crest.1
Getting around
From Water Crest on Lake Conroe to the rest of Houston.
Main routes: League Line Road, Longmire Road and I-45.35
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 Water Crest 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.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe market dashboard
What the market around Water Crest on Lake Conroe is doing.
HAR doesn’t publish monthly market-area figures for Water Crest on Lake Conroe alone. HAR’s Conroe Northeast and Lake Conroe Area market areas cover the communities around Water Crest on Lake Conroe; we don’t claim Water Crest 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.
Conroe Northeast
HAR market area · single-family
- $257,390Median sold price, Sep 2026
- 67Homes sold, Sep 2026
- 511Active listings, Oct 2026
- 5.4Months of inventory, Oct 2026
- 47Median days on market, Sep 2026
- -2.7%Active listings vs. a year ago
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
HAR 2025 Facts for Water Crest On Lake Conroe: median market value $329,612, typical range $275K - $482K, median home 2,125 sq ft on a 8,082 sq ft lot, median year built 20191.
Monthly trends
Source: HAR.com market area price trends (single-family sold and active tables). Reporting month shown on each point.
Neighborhood comparisons
HAR.com neighborhood pages, “2025 Facts” (checked Oct. 14, 2026). Neighborhood medians, not sale prices or appraisals. HAR market areas and neighborhoods have different boundaries, so compare like with like.
Greater Houston for context (September 2026): $325,000 median sale price, 40,192 active listings, 5.5 months of inventory. HAR, released Oct. 14, 202610.
What it means: months of inventory near 5 to 6 is usually called balanced. Subdivision-level pending sales and price reductions aren’t on HAR’s public pages; Michael can pull them from the MLS.
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Homeownership costs
What it costs to own in Water Crest on Lake Conroe.
MUD 126 is not on the county's 2026 rate sheet, so confirm its rate on the appraisal account before you budget.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.
True Cost of Homeownership calculator (adds exemptions, mortgage and PMI) · Mortgage calculator
Rates: each unit’s adopted rate from official sources, with its year11. Montgomery County units: Montgomery County (2026), Montgomery County Hospital District (2026).
Before you move here
The Good, The Bad & The Reality.
Want a newer home with a private boat ramp, a dock and a pool just off I-45? Water Crest has that. But most homes are not on the water, and a city rate plus a MUD sit on top of Willis ISD, so run the tax math before you fall for the ramp.
The Good
- A private boat ramp and dockCommunity Impact lists a private boat ramp to Lake Conroe and a private dock for the community.3
- Amenities for everyday useThe same profile lists a pool, clubhouse, dog park, fishing pond, a park with a play structure and walking and nature trails.3
- Newer homesHAR's median year built is 2019, and D.R. Horton markets new homes in the community.14
- Moderate median valueHAR's 2025 median market value is $329,612, with a range of $275,000 to $482,000.1
- Close to I-45Water Crest sits off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, and I-45 runs through the area toward The Woodlands and Houston.35
The Bad
- City and MUD taxesHAR lists the City of Conroe ($0.4272 for 2026) and Montgomery County MUD 126 on top of Willis ISD and Lone Star College.12
- MUD rate to confirmMUD 126 is not on the county's 2026 rate sheet, so confirm its rate on the appraisal account before you budget.2
- Dues are not postedWe found no association website with the dues, so the resale certificate is where you see them and the boat ramp rules.4
- Most lots are not waterfrontLake access comes through the community ramp and dock, so check the rules rather than assuming a private dock.3
- Willis ISD has no address lookupWillis ISD's zone page has no address lookup, so confirm campuses with the district.12
The Reality
- Michael’s bottom lineWater Crest is a practical way to get newer construction and lake access near I-45 without paying for a waterfront lot. Before you write an offer, I would confirm the MUD 126 rate on the appraisal account, add the City of Conroe to your tax math, and get the resale certificate for the dues and the boat ramp rules.
- You may love it ifBuyers who want newer construction with a community boat ramp
- You may love it ifBuyers who want a pool, trails and fishing ponds close to home
- You may love it ifBuyers who want lake access near I-45
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a lakefront lot with your own dock, compare Point Aquarius.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want a larger master plan with more amenities, look at The Woodlands.
- Consider elsewhere ifIf you want lake living on the west shore, look at Walden on Lake Conroe.
Michael’s Take · broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Water Crest is a practical way to get newer construction and lake access near I-45 without paying for a waterfront lot. Before you write an offer, I would confirm the MUD 126 rate on the appraisal account, add the City of Conroe to your tax math, and get the resale certificate for the dues and the boat ramp rules.
Schools
Schools for a Water Crest on Lake Conroe address.
HAR lists the City of Conroe ($0.4272 for 2026) and Montgomery County MUD 126 on top of Willis ISD and Lone Star College.12
- Willis Independent School DistrictDistrict listed for Water Crest on Lake Conroe in our recordsAttendance zone maps (PDF)
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 Water Crest 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
Water Crest 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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What’s happening near Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
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
Water Crest on Lake Conroe questions, answered.
What do HAR’s 2025 Facts show for homes in Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
HAR’s 2025 Facts for “Water Crest On Lake Conroe” show a median market value of $329,612, a typical range of $275K - $482K, a median home of 2,125 sq ft on a 8,082 sq ft lot, and a median year built of 2019. 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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe besides Montgomery County?
Our records show City of Conroe at $0.4272 per $100 (2026); Willis ISD at $0.9998 per $100 (2026); Lone Star College at $0.1058 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 Conroe Northeast market area show this fall for buyers looking at Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
On Nov. 6, 2026, HAR showed a Sep 2026 median sold price of $257,390 for single-family homes in its Conroe Northeast market area, with 67 sales that month, 511 active listings in Oct 2026 and about 5.4 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.
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- Broker and owner of The Michael O’Neal Group, Keller Williams Realty Northeast, 20665 W. Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble (TREC broker #624124)
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Water Crest on Lake Conroe at a Glance
Off League Line and Longmire. Community Impact describes Water Crest on Lake Conroe as a newer community off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, with waterfront access to Lake Conroe. Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
Lake access without a lakefront lot. The same profile lists a private boat ramp to the lake, a private dock, a fishing pond, a pool, a clubhouse, a dog park, a park with a play structure and walking and nature trails. Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
Newer homes. HAR counts 860 single-family properties with a median of 2,125 square feet, a median lot of 8,082 square feet and a median year built of 2019. HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts
A national builder. D.R. Horton markets new homes in Water Crest on Lake Conroe and lists an HOA, playground, clubhouse, dog park and fishing pond. D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe
Inside the City of Conroe. HAR's tax table lists the City of Conroe, Willis ISD, Lone Star College and Montgomery County MUD 126 for Water Crest. HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table
Its own MUD. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality granted the petition to create Montgomery County MUD No. 126. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality order creating Montgomery County MUD No. 126 (PUC docket record)
Built on an SJRA reservoir. Lake Conroe is a water supply reservoir run by SJRA; the dam was finished in January 1973. SJRA: History
Homes and the Water Crest on Lake Conroe Market
| HAR neighborhood | Single-family homes | Median size | Median lot | Median year built | Median market value | Value range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Crest On Lake Conroe | 860 | 2,125 sq ft | 8,082 sq ft | 2019 | $329,612 | $275K - $482K |
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.
D.R. Horton markets new homes in the community. D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe
Median closed price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and active inventory for Water Crest 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 Water Crest 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 Water Crest 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 |
| Willis ISD | $0.9998 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Conroe | $0.4272 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lone Star College | $0.1058 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
HAR's tax table also lists Montgomery County MUD 126 (0.8800% on HAR). The district is not on the county's 2026 rate sheet, so its current rate is not in the table here; confirm it on the appraisal account or the tax bill. HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates
HOA and deed restrictions
No assessment amount is published by an official source, so we do not show one. The resale certificate for the address shows what it owes.
Water Crest has an HOA, but we found no association website that posts its dues. Ask for the resale certificate. D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe
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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- Willis ISD Attendance zone maps (PDF)
HAR's tax table lists Willis ISD. Willis ISD's zone page has no address lookup, so confirm campuses for a specific address with the district. HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Willis ISD: Attendance zones
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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe
For lots near the water, 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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe
Groceries
- H-E-B Willis 12350 I-45 N, Willis
- Conroe Market H-E-B 3875 W. Davis St., Conroe
Shopping
- Historic Downtown Conroe downtown Conroe
Hospitals and urgent care
- HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe 504 Medical Center Blvd., Conroe
Parks and trails
- Scott's Ridge, Sam Houston National Forest off FM 1097 on the lake, with a seasonal swim area and a boat ramp
- W.G. Jones State Forest FM 1488, west of I-45
- Sam Houston National Forest national forest land along the north part of Lake Conroe
Golf
- Margaritaville Lake Resort golf course 600 Margaritaville Pkwy. on Lake Conroe
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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe
I-45 runs through Willis, about eight miles north of Conroe, and is the main route south toward The Woodlands, downtown Houston and IAH. Texas Historical Commission Atlas: Willis
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.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe Questions Buyers Ask
What are the pros and cons of Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
Water Crest offers newer homes (HAR's median year built is 2019) with a private boat ramp, dock, pool and fishing pond near I-45. The tradeoffs: a City of Conroe rate and a MUD on top of Willis ISD, dues that are not posted publicly, and most lots are not on the water.
Sources: HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What is the median home value in Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
HAR's 2025 facts put the median market value at $329,612, with a range of $275,000 to $482,000 across 860 single-family properties.
Sources: HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What property taxes apply in Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
For 2026 the City of Conroe is $0.4272 per $100 and Willis ISD $0.9998, plus Montgomery County, the hospital district and Lone Star College. Montgomery County MUD 126 also applies; confirm its current rate on the appraisal account.
Sources: Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Can Water Crest residents get on Lake Conroe?
Community Impact lists a private boat ramp to the lake and a private dock for the community. Ask the association for the access rules before you count on them.
Sources: Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Is Water Crest on Lake Conroe inside a city?
HAR's tax table lists the City of Conroe for Water Crest, so city taxes and services apply.
Sources: HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Where do Water Crest residents buy groceries?
The Conroe Market H-E-B on W. Davis St. and H-E-B Willis on I-45 are the closest H-E-B stores.
Sources: Conroe Market H-E-B H-E-B Willis Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What route do Water Crest commuters use?
I-45 is the main route south toward Conroe, The Woodlands, downtown Houston and IAH.
Sources: Texas Historical Commission Atlas: Willis Checked Nov. 11, 2026
What should I check before an offer in Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
Get the resale certificate for dues and access rules, confirm the MUD 126 rate on the appraisal account, and check the FEMA flood zone for the address.
Sources: HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table FEMA Flood Map Service Center Checked Nov. 11, 2026
Keeping It Real with Michael O’Neal
Why Live in Water Crest on Lake Conroe? The Good, The Bad & The Reality
Want a newer home with a private boat ramp, a dock and a pool just off I-45? Water Crest has that. But most homes are not on the water, and a city rate plus a MUD sit on top of Willis ISD, so run the tax math before you fall for the ramp.
Neighborhood Reality Check
Why You’ll Love It
- A private boat ramp and dock
- Amenities for everyday use
- Newer homes
What Might Surprise You
- City and MUD taxes
- MUD rate to confirm
- Dues are not posted
Everyday Convenience
- Nearest H-E-B: Conroe Market H-E-B, 4.1 mi
- ER: HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, 7.6 mi
- Park: Northshore Park, 15 mi
Straight-line miles.
Michael’s Take
Water Crest is a practical way to get newer construction and lake access near I-45 without paying for a waterfront lot.
Compare nearby:
Five Reasons People Love Living in Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- 1A private boat ramp and dock
Community Impact lists a private boat ramp to Lake Conroe and a private dock for the community.
Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
- 2Amenities for everyday use
The same profile lists a pool, clubhouse, dog park, fishing pond, a park with a play structure and walking and nature trails.
Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
- 3Newer homes
HAR's median year built is 2019, and D.R. Horton markets new homes in the community.
HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- 4Moderate median value
HAR's 2025 median market value is $329,612, with a range of $275,000 to $482,000.
- 5Close to I-45
Water Crest sits off League Line and Longmire roads in Conroe, and I-45 runs through the area toward The Woodlands and Houston.
Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) Texas Historical Commission Atlas: Willis
Five Things You Should Know Before Moving to Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- 1City and MUD taxes
HAR lists the City of Conroe ($0.4272 for 2026) and Montgomery County MUD 126 on top of Willis ISD and Lone Star College.
HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe tax table Montgomery County Tax Office: 2026 rates
- 2MUD rate to confirm
MUD 126 is not on the county's 2026 rate sheet, so confirm its rate on the appraisal account before you budget.
- 3Dues are not posted
We found no association website with the dues, so the resale certificate is where you see them and the boat ramp rules.
- 4Most lots are not waterfront
Lake access comes through the community ramp and dock, so check the rules rather than assuming a private dock.
Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
- 5Willis ISD has no address lookup
Willis ISD's zone page has no address lookup, so confirm campuses with the district.
Who Might Love Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
- Buyers who want newer construction with a community boat ramp
- Buyers who want a pool, trails and fishing ponds close to home
- Buyers who want lake access near I-45
- Buyers looking at moderate price points near the lake
Who Might Prefer Somewhere Else?
- If you want a lakefront lot with your own dock, compare Point Aquarius.
- If you want a larger master plan with more amenities, look at The Woodlands.
- If you want lake living on the west shore, look at Walden on Lake Conroe.
Everyday Convenience in Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- Errands nearby The Conroe Market H-E-B on W. Davis St. and H-E-B Willis on I-45 are the closest H-E-B stores. Conroe Market H-E-B H-E-B Willis
- Amenities inside The pool, clubhouse, dog park and trails are inside the community, per Community Impact. Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
Main routes: League Line Road, Longmire Road and I-45. Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) Texas Historical Commission Atlas: Willis
| Nearest H-E-B | Conroe Market H-E-B 4.1 mi |
|---|---|
| Nearest H-E-B | H-E-B Willis 4.4 mi |
| Pharmacy | In-store pharmacy at Conroe Market H-E-B 4.1 mi |
| Hospital with an ER | HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe 7.6 mi |
| Parks and nature | Northshore Park 15 mi |
| Airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) 29 mi |
| Airport | William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 52 mi |
Distances are straight-line from the approximate center of Water Crest 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 | $329,612 | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
|---|---|---|
| Value range | $275K - $482K | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
| Median home size | 2,125 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
| Median lot | 8,082 sq ft | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
| Median year built | 2019 | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
| Single-family homes | 860 | HAR 2025 facts (Water Crest On Lake Conroe) |
| 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: Willis ISD | $0.9998 per $100 (2026) | official rate; not a tax bill |
Median closed sale price, recent closed sales, price per square foot, days on market and inventory for Water Crest 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 Water Crest on Lake Conroe Fact Sheet.
Michael’s Take Broker opinion, based on the sourced facts above
My take: Water Crest is a practical way to get newer construction and lake access near I-45 without paying for a waterfront lot. Before you write an offer, I would confirm the MUD 126 rate on the appraisal account, add the City of Conroe to your tax math, and get the resale certificate for the dues and the boat ramp rules.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe vs. Nearby Neighborhoods
Water Crest on Lake Conroe vs. Point Aquarius
Choose Point Aquarius and you gain: A staffed gate, a marina with resident-owned slips and lakefront lots.
You give up: Water Crest's newer homes and its location inside the City of Conroe.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe vs. Walden on Lake Conroe
Choose Walden on Lake Conroe and you gain: A 536-slip marina and racquet and fitness centers included in the fee.
You give up: Water Crest's newer homes and location near I-45.
Water Crest on Lake Conroe vs. Willis
Choose Willis and you gain: A small-city setting with The Woodlands Hills nearby.
You give up: Water Crest's community boat ramp and dock.
Questions buyers ask about Water Crest on Lake Conroe
Is Water Crest on Lake Conroe a good place to live?
It suits buyers who want newer homes with a community boat ramp, dock and pool near I-45. Check the MUD 126 rate, the City of Conroe tax and the association's access rules first.
Sources: Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe Checked Nov 11, 2026
What are the downsides of living in Water Crest on Lake Conroe?
City and MUD taxes sit on top of Willis ISD, the dues are not posted publicly, and most lots are not on the water.
Sources: Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023) HAR.com: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 2025 facts D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe 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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Neighborhood fact sheet
Water Crest 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Crest On Lake Conroe | 860 | 2,125 sq ft | 2019 | $329,612 |
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 |
| Willis ISD | $0.9998 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| City of Conroe | $0.4272 per $100 | 2026 | Source |
| Lone Star College | $0.1058 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
Associations and deed restrictions differ by subdivision here. Ask the seller for the resale certificate and the recorded restrictions for the specific address.
Schools
- Willis ISD Attendance zone maps (PDF)
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
Parks and nature
- Northshore Park 15 mi
Straight-line distance from the approximate center of Water Crest 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 Water Crest 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: Conroe · All Houston communities · Area map
Sources for the sections above
- HAR.com Water Crest On Lake Conroe, 2025 Facts
- City of Conroe
- Community Impact: Featured neighborhood, Water Crest on Lake Conroe (May 2023)
- D.R. Horton: Water Crest on Lake Conroe
- Texas Historical Commission Atlas: Willis
- Conroe Market H-E-B
- H-E-B Willis
- HAR.com, Conroe Northeast market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com, Lake Conroe Area market area price trends (read Nov. 6, 2026)
- HAR.com monthly MLS report
- Official tax rate source
- Willis ISD: Attendance zones
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.