Property taxes
1.90%
Total 2026 rate.
Sugar Land, TX · Fort Bend County
The Lakes
Own a home in The Lakes? See what it would list for
- 161single-family homes, built 1995–1999
- 3,154 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 Lakes
Homes: 161 single-family homes in ZIP 77479, built 1995–1999.
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 Lakes: the prep checklist
The MUD notice for your section, HOA and disclosure paperwork, flood answers and what inspectors will check, specific to The Lakes. We'll email it to you.
Housing
The homes
161 single-family homes, built 1995–1999; half were finished by 1996. Most are 2,618–3,938 square feet on lots of about 9,215 square feet.
Sources: Fort Bend Central Appraisal District public parcel data. Retrieved Oct 8, 2026.
Nearby
Other neighborhoods near The Lakes
- Lake PointeSugar Land · 0.6 mi
- Typical size
- 3,406 sq ft
- Built
- 1993–2014
- Tax rate from
- 2.07%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Colony MeadowsSugar Land · 1.0 mi
- Typical size
- 2,851 sq ft
- Built
- 1989–1990
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Crescent LakesSugar Land · 1.0 mi
- Typical size
- 3,343 sq ft
- Built
- 1993–1995
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- TelfairSugar Land · 1.1 mi
- Typical size
- 3,582 sq ft
- Built
- 2006–2012
- Tax rate from
- 2.40%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- BelknapSugar Land · 1.3 mi
- Typical size
- 1,912 sq ft
- Built
- 1948–1978
- Tax rate from
- 1.79%
- Schools
- Fort Bend ISD
- Oaks of AlcornSugar Land · 1.3 mi
- Typical size
- 3,298 sq ft
- Built
- 1989–1991
- Tax rate from
- 1.90%
- 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 Lakes
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 Lakes home list for?
A broker-prepared market analysis built from recent The Lakes sales, adjusted for your home. No obligation.
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Or call a broker: (281) 606-0863, 7 days a week.
FAQ
The Lakes FAQ
What is the property tax rate in The Lakes?
The 2026 total rate is 1.90% of taxable value.
What utility district is The Lakes in?
The Lakes is served by Fort Bend County LID 2 (100% of homes). Check a specific address on FBCAD.
What school district is The Lakes in?
The Lakes is in Fort Bend ISD. Check the district's school locator for the campuses zoned to a specific address.
Is The Lakes 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 Lakes?
A broker who knows the taxes, MUDs and schools here, and answers the phone 7 days a week.