Property taxes
1.90%
Total 2026 rate.
Sugar Land, TX · Fort Bend County
The Highlands
Own a home in The Highlands? See what it would list for
- 908single-family homes, built 1978–2013
- 1,823 sq fttypical (median) home size
- 1.90%total property tax rate (2026)
- Fort Bend ISDschool district
- 0.0%of homes in FEMA's 100-year floodplain
The neighborhood
Living in The Highlands
Homes: 908 single-family homes in ZIP 77478, built 1978–2013.
Key figures
Taxes, schools and flood risk, in brief
Utility district
1 utility district
Water, sewer and drainage come from Fort Bend County LID 2. Its tax is part of the total rate.
Rate, debt and history →Flood risk
0.0%
of homes are in FEMA's 100-year floodplain, where lenders require flood insurance.
Free checklist
Selling in The Highlands: the prep checklist
The MUD notice for your section, HOA and disclosure paperwork, flood answers and what inspectors will check, specific to The Highlands. We'll email it to you.
Housing
The homes
908 single-family homes, built 1978–2013; half were finished by 1981. Most are 1,544–2,233 square feet on lots of about 7,005 square feet.
Sources: Fort Bend Central Appraisal District public parcel data. Retrieved Oct 7, 2026.
Nearby
Other neighborhoods near The Highlands
- SugarwoodSugar Land · 0.4 mi
- Typical size
- 3,114 sq ft
- Built
- 1978–1984
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- EdgewaterSugar Land · 0.5 mi
- Typical size
- 2,906 sq ft
- Built
- 1989–1996
- Tax rate from
- 1.96%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Williams GrantSugar Land · 0.5 mi
- Typical size
- 2,670 sq ft
- Built
- 1978–1983
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- CreekshireSugar Land · 0.8 mi
- Typical size
- 1,749 sq ft
- Built
- 1984–1987
- 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
- RiverbendSugar Land · 1.2 mi
- Typical size
- 2,598 sq ft
- Built
- 1985–1989
- Tax rate from
- 1.94%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
Free market report
What did homes in Sugar Land just sell for?
See what your neighbors' homes actually sold for, straight from MLS data and refreshed every couple of days. Pick an area and we'll show it to you right away.
- 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 The Highlands
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 The Highlands home list for?
A broker-prepared market analysis built from recent The Highlands sales, adjusted for your home. No obligation.
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FAQ
The Highlands FAQ
What is the property tax rate in The Highlands?
The 2026 total rate is 1.90% of taxable value.
What utility district is The Highlands in?
The Highlands is served by Fort Bend County LID 2 (100% of homes). Check a specific address on FBCAD.
What school district is The Highlands in?
The Highlands is in Fort Bend ISD. Check the district's school locator for the campuses zoned to a specific address.
Is The Highlands in a flood zone?
On FEMA's effective maps, 0.0% of homes are in the 100-year floodplain. Check an individual address on FEMA's map.
Thinking About Selling in The Highlands?
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