Sugar Land
Planned communities, lakes and trails, Sugar Land Town Square and US-59/I-69 access southwest of Houston.
Market snapshot.
Source: Redfin, Sugar Land housing market (Redfin calculations from MLS and/or public records), all home types, three months ending September 2026; 288 homes sold in September 2026. Accessed October 28, 2026. Medians move with the mix of homes that sell; this is market context, not a valuation of any home.
Property taxes: The total tax rate varies by address (city, county, school district and any MUD). Confirm the rate for a specific property with the county appraisal district.
Homes & features.
Single-family homes in planned communities such as First Colony, Telfair, Riverstone and Sugar Creek, from 1980s–1990s homes to newer construction, many built around lakes and greenbelts.
Many neighborhoods have HOA dues, and some have MUD or levee improvement district taxes. Ask for the total tax rate for the specific address.
Flood exposure varies by subdivision. Review the Seller's Disclosure Notice, the FEMA flood map and the home's flood history.
Common ZIP codes: 77478, 77479, 77498.
Getting around.
Main routes: I-69/US-59, Fort Bend Parkway (toll), SH 6, Grand Parkway (SH 99) and Beltway 8.
| To | Distance | Drive, no traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Houston | 20.4 mi | about 29 min |
| Texas Medical Center | 17.1 mi | about 26 min |
| Bush Intercontinental (IAH) | 41.6 mi | about 59 min |
Free-flow estimates from an approximate area center using OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, calculated October 28, 2026. Rush-hour drives take longer; test your own commute at the times you'd travel.
Walk Score®: 28/100 for the Sugar Land area, as shown on the Redfin page above (accessed October 28, 2026).
Public schools.
| District / campus | 2026 TEA rating (score) |
|---|---|
| Fort Bend ISD (district) | B (82) |
Source: Texas Education Agency 2026 A–F Accountability Ratings, released August 14, 2026; each name links to its TEA summary report. Look up any campus on TXschools.gov. Accessed October 28, 2026.
Most of Sugar Land is in Fort Bend ISD, which has several high school attendance zones in the city. Confirm the zoned schools for any address with Fort Bend ISD. District sites: Fort Bend ISD.
Things nearby.
- Sugar Land Town Square and the Smart Financial Centre
- Imperial Market and the historic Imperial Sugar area
- City parks and trails along Oyster Creek and Brazos River Park
Before you buy anywhere in the Houston area: check the property's flood zone on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, review Harris County Flood Control District resources where they apply, and read the Seller's Disclosure Notice, which in Texas includes flood questions.
Thinking of selling here?
See what your home could sell for in today's Sugar Land market. A MAC agent will prepare a comparative market analysis from recent nearby sales.
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Sugar Land questions.
Do Sugar Land homes have HOA dues or MUD taxes?
Many neighborhoods have HOA dues, and some have MUD or levee improvement district taxes. Ask for the total tax rate for the specific address.
Should I check flood risk in Sugar Land?
Yes. Flood exposure varies by subdivision. Review the Seller's Disclosure Notice, the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and the home's flood history.
Which school district serves Sugar Land?
Most of Sugar Land is in Fort Bend ISD, which has several high school attendance zones in the city. Confirm the zoned schools for any address with Fort Bend ISD.
What is my Sugar Land home worth?
request your home value and a MAC agent will prepare a comparative market analysis from recent nearby sales.