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Greater Katy · Elyson

New Construction ZIP 77493

Elyson, Katy.

Elyson is the Newland-built master-planned community transforming Katy's 77493 side, with fresh new construction, a nature-led plan and Katy ISD schools. This guide covers 2026 prices, the Harris County tax picture, what is active on Zillow, and the highlights putting Elyson on so many new-home tours.

$275K–$1.3M
approximate range, 2026 public sources
~$475–513K
typical median price, 2026
~466
active homes on Zillow, August 2026

Community Overview

Katy's biggest new-construction story.

Elyson sits on thousands of acres northwest of the Grand Parkway and I-10 interchange, and it has grown into one of the area's highest-volume new-home communities, with national builders releasing phases year after year. Its plan is deliberately nature-first: creeks, preserved trees and trails run through the neighborhoods, and the amenity campus keeps growing as the community fills in.

Because it is new, the housing is almost entirely contemporary: open plans, energy-efficient builds and price points that start near the mid-$200s and climb past $1.3 million for the largest estate plans. Most of the community sits in Harris County with a Katy mailing address and Katy ISD schools, which makes it a popular answer for families who want new construction on that side of town.

At a glance

  • Northwest of the Grand Parkway and I-10, ZIP 77493.
  • Aggressive new-construction pipeline from multiple national builders.
  • Katy ISD schools serve the community.
  • Creeks, greenbelts and trails threaded through every phase.
  • Most homes under the Harris County Appraisal District.

Market at a Glance

Elyson market at a glance, September 2026

Approximate ranges from public sources including Zillow, HAR.com and Katy listing guides, compiled as of September 8, 2026. New phases keep shifting the active inventory.

These market figures are public snapshots refreshed monthly by Sharcom Realty Group and dated with their as-of date.

Typical range

$275K–$1.3M

Elyson homes listed from about $293,000 to $1,317,000 in January 2026 data, with most inventory in the mid-$300s to about $1.1 million.

Typical median

~$475–513K

Median prices ran about $513,100 (January 2026) to $474,900 (June 2026 on a 307-listing sample).

Active inventory

~466

Zillow tracked about 466 Elyson homes for sale in August 2026, one of the deepest active inventories of any Katy community.

Snapshot Active listings, as of September 8, 2026

Nearly 500 Elyson homes were listed in late summer 2026

Release phases keep the active list large and constantly changing. Zillow tracks it daily, and Sharcom Realty Group does not claim live MLS data on this page, so Zillow's Elyson search is the authoritative current view.

Browse Elyson on Zillow

The Cost Side

Property taxes in Elyson

Elyson sits in unincorporated Harris County with no city tax, so the bill comes from Harris County, Katy ISD and the community's MUDs, plus the Waller-Harris ESD 200 that covers fire and EMS. Rates are in dollars per $100 of assessed value.

Taxing entity Approximate rate (per $100) Notes and as-of
City None Elyson is unincorporated Harris County with a Katy mailing address; no city tax.
Harris County $0.3853 FY 2024-25 adopted general-fund rate; the county's combined FY 2025-26 rate across all levies is $0.6241.
Katy ISD $1.1171 FY 2025-26 rate, held flat by the Katy ISD board.

The community's MUDs and the Waller-Harris ESD 200 add to the total bill on top of the rates above. Rates are approximate statutory rates from public sources as of September 2026; verify the exact rate for a specific address with the Harris County Appraisal District.

Local Highlights

Why Elyson leads the new-build conversation

New-home frontier

Elyson is one of Katy's largest active new-construction communities, with builders releasing fresh phases regularly across a wide range of plans.

A nature-led plan

The community plan preserves creeks, native trees and greenbelts, with trails and outdoor spaces threaded through every phase.

Amenity campus

Pools, play areas, dog parks and a future amenity center anchor Elyson's resident life, alongside parks and sports fields.

Katy ISD schools

Elyson is served by Katy ISD, a primary draw for families moving to the 77493 side of town.

Grand Parkway access

The community sits northwest of the Grand Parkway and I-10 interchange, keeping Houston's Energy Corridor practical.

Katy conveniences

Old Katy's dining, the LaCenterra district and new retail along the Grand Parkway are minutes away.

Exploring nearby communities? See Cane Island, Sunterra, Grand Lakes and Cinco Ranch, or start from the full Katy guide.

What to Do Nearby

Katy's favorite stops near Elyson

Elyson's 77493 location puts Katy's best-known parks, water parks and shopping within easy reach, alongside the community's own lakes and trails. These are the outings Sharcom's clients ask about most, each linked to its official site.

  • Mary Jo Peckham Park

    A favorite Harris County park with a fishing lake, mini-golf and disc golf, close to Elyson.

  • Katy Heritage Museum

    Local history, artifacts and museum programs run by the City of Katy.

  • LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

    Katy's walkable shopping and dining district with events throughout the year.

  • Typhoon Texas Waterpark

    A large seasonal outdoor water park, a favorite summer outing for Katy families.

  • Katy Mills

    A major outlet and entertainment mall with dining, theaters and family attractions.

  • No Label Brewing Co.

    Local craft beer in Old Katy, a favorite stop after a day in town.

Exploring other Katy communities? See Cane Island, Sunterra and Cinco Ranch.

Talk to Sharon

Buying or selling in Elyson?

New-construction buying rewards someone who knows release schedules, builder warranties and which sections sit closest to the finished amenities. Sharon Yeary has 27 years of Texas real estate experience and a team that tracks Elyson's phases closely. Tell them what you need.

Sharon Yeary, Associate Broker with eXp Realty, with 27 years of experience in Texas real estate

Sharon Yeary

Associate Broker with eXp Realty

27 years of experience in Texas real estate, from Elyson new builds to guard-gated communities across Greater Houston.

Call Sharon (832) 388-9945 Email Sharon Sharonyeary@gmail.com

Tell us about your Elyson plans.

Share your timeline, your budget and whether you are buying or selling. Sharon's team will come back with specific next steps.