Property taxes
1.90–1.94%
Total 2026 rate, depending on the utility district.
Sugar Land, TX · Fort Bend County
Sweetwater
Own a home in Sweetwater? See what it would list for
- 566single-family homes, built 1982–2025
- 5,109 sq fttypical (median) home size
- 1.90–1.94%total property tax rate (2026)
- Fort Bend ISDschool district
- 3.2%of homes in FEMA's 100-year floodplain
The neighborhood
Living in Sweetwater
Homes: 566 single-family homes in ZIP 77479, built 1982–2025.
Key figures
Taxes, schools and flood risk, in brief
Utility districts
2 utility districts
Water, sewer and drainage come from Fort Bend County LID 2 or First Colony LID 2, depending on the section. Their taxes are part of the total rate.
Flood risk
3.2%
of homes are in FEMA's 100-year floodplain, where lenders require flood insurance.
Free checklist
Selling in Sweetwater: the prep checklist
The MUD notice for your section, HOA and disclosure paperwork, flood answers and what inspectors will check, specific to Sweetwater. We'll email it to you.
Housing
The homes
566 single-family homes, built 1982–2025; half were finished by 1990. Most are 3,566–7,160 square feet on lots of about 14,256 square feet.
Sources: Fort Bend Central Appraisal District public parcel data. Retrieved Oct 7, 2026.
Nearby
Other neighborhoods near Sweetwater
- BridgewaterSugar Land · 0.8 mi
- Typical size
- 3,125 sq ft
- Built
- 1991–1994
- Tax rate from
- 1.94%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Commonwealth ParkSugar Land · 0.9 mi
- Typical size
- 3,647 sq ft
- Built
- 1988–1989
- Tax rate from
- 1.94%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Colony BendSugar Land · 1.0 mi
- Typical size
- 2,288 sq ft
- Built
- 1978–1983
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- WoodstreamSugar Land · 1.0 mi
- Typical size
- 2,281 sq ft
- Built
- 1982–1986
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Settlers GroveSugar Land · 1.1 mi
- Typical size
- 1,932 sq ft
- Built
- 1983–1984
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Settlers ParkSugar Land · 1.1 mi
- Typical size
- 1,830 sq ft
- Built
- 1978–1983
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
Free market report
What did homes in Sugar Land just sell for?
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- What homes near you just sold for: the actual sale prices
- New listings and what they're asking
- Pending sales: what went under contract, and how fast
- Price drops on homes still for sale
- Market trends: median prices, days on market and inventory over time
Thinking of selling? The report is a good start. For a price on your own home, ask for a free market analysis.
Selling
Selling a home in Sweetwater
What to have ready
- The MUD notice for your district: how it works
- Seller's disclosure, including floodplain status and any flood claims
- Ages of roof, HVAC and water heater: buyers' inspectors will ask
What would your Sweetwater home list for?
A broker-prepared market analysis built from recent Sweetwater sales, adjusted for your home. No obligation.
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FAQ
Sweetwater FAQ
What is the property tax rate in Sweetwater?
The 2026 total rate is 1.90–1.94% of taxable value, depending on which utility district the home is in.
What utility district is Sweetwater in?
Sweetwater is served by Fort Bend County LID 2 (79% of homes) and First Colony LID 2 (21% of homes). Check a specific address on FBCAD.
What school district is Sweetwater in?
Sweetwater is in Fort Bend ISD. Check the district's school locator for the campuses zoned to a specific address.
Is Sweetwater in a flood zone?
On FEMA's effective maps, 3.2% of homes are in the 100-year floodplain. Check an individual address on FEMA's map.
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