Katy, TX · Harris County (unincorporated)

Elyson

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  • 3,447single-family homes, built 2016–2026
  • 2,732 sq fttypical (median) home size
  • 2.88–3.26%total property tax rate (2025)
  • Katy ISD1 of 4 zoned campuses rated A by TEA (2026)
  • 18.1%of homes in FEMA's 100-year floodplain

The neighborhood

Living in Elyson

Homes: 3,447 single-family homes in ZIP 77493, 77449, built 2016–2026.

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Key figures

Taxes, schools and flood risk, in brief

Property taxes

2.88–3.26%

Total 2025 rate, depending on the MUD. A typical home pays about $10,466–$12,128 a year with a homestead exemption.

About 4% of homes are also in Harris County MUD 532, which hasn't published a rate, so their total isn't shown.

Utility districts

2 MUDs

Water, sewer and drainage come from Harris County MUD 457 or Harris County MUD #534, depending on the section. Their taxes are part of the total rate.

Schools · Katy ISD

  • Boudny Elementary 56% of homesB
  • McElwain Elementary 44% of homesC
  • Nelson Junior HighB
  • Freeman HighA

TEA 2026 ratings. Zones can change; verify an address with the district.

Flood risk

18.1%

of homes are in FEMA's 100-year floodplain, where lenders require flood insurance.

Free checklist

Selling in Elyson: the prep checklist

The MUD notice for your section, HOA and disclosure paperwork, flood answers and what inspectors will check, specific to Elyson. We'll email it to you.

New construction

Elyson is still building

1,179 of its 3,447 homes were built since 2023. Homes finished by year:

From the appraisal district's year-built records; the current year is partial. Homes recently finished may not be on the roll yet.

Housing

The homes

3,447 single-family homes, built 2016–2026; half were finished by 2021. Most are 1,931–3,817 square feet on lots of about 7,434 square feet.

Sources: Harris Central Appraisal District, real property roll (2026 roll). Retrieved Oct 9, 2026.

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Selling

Selling a home in Elyson

What to have ready

  • The MUD notice for your district: how it works
  • Seller's disclosure, including floodplain status and any flood claims

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FAQ

Elyson FAQ

What is the property tax rate in Elyson?

The 2025 total rate is 2.88–3.26% of taxable value, depending on which MUD the home is in.

What MUD is Elyson in?

Elyson is served by Harris County MUD 457 (57% of homes) and Harris County MUD #534 (39% of homes). Check a specific address on HCAD.

What schools serve Elyson?

Elyson is in Katy ISD. Zoned campuses: Boudny, McElwain, Nelson, Freeman. Zones can change; verify an address with the district.

Is Elyson in a flood zone?

On FEMA's effective maps, 18.1% of homes are in the 100-year floodplain. Check an individual address on FEMA's map.

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