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Greater Katy · Firethorne

Wooded & Quiet ZIP 77494

Firethorne, Katy.

Firethorne is the woodier, quieter side of Katy's 77494 corridor: about 1,400 acres of trees, trails and amenity buildings holding homes from the $340s to near a million. This guide covers 2026 prices, the Fort Bend tax picture, what is active on Zillow, and the highlights that draw families to this community.

$342K–$995K
approximate range, 2026 listing sources
~$530K
median asking, September 2026 report
38
active homes tracked, September 2026

Community Overview

The greener corner of Katy's western ZIP.

Firethorne opened around 2000 and grew in phases, which shows in its streets: older, established sections with tall trees sit beside newer neighborhoods, and the community keeps a deliberately natural feel, with creeks, ponds and greenbelts threading through it. It is part of the broader 77494 corridor west of the Grand Parkway that has become Katy's frontier for move-up buyers.

The amenity package is the quiet engine of daily life here: pools, parks, tennis, a clubhouse and miles of trails that families actually use. Katy ISD schools anchor the school conversation, and the Energy Corridor is a practical commute down the Grand Parkway and I-10. Buyers comparing Firethorne against the bigger names in west Katy usually pick it precisely because it feels less crowded.

At a glance

  • About 1,400 acres in the 77494 corridor, west of the Grand Parkway.
  • Established homes and newer sections, roughly 1,700 to 5,500 square feet.
  • Katy ISD schools serve the community.
  • Pools, clubhouse, parks, tennis and trails.
  • Minutes to the Grand Parkway and I-10.

Market at a Glance

Firethorne market at a glance, September 2026

Approximate ranges from public sources including neighborhoods.com, Zillow and September 2026 market reports, compiled as of September 8, 2026.

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

Typical range

$342K–$995K

Active Firethorne listings ran from about $342,500 to $995,000 in 2026 list sources, with most homes between 1,700 and 5,500 square feet.

Median asking

~$530K

A September 2026 report tracked 38 active homes with a median price around $530,000 and roughly $170 to $171 per square foot.

Typical listing spread

$375K–$775K

Individual listings typically clustered in the high-$300s to high-$700s, per the same September 2026 market report.

Snapshot Active listings, as of September 8, 2026

About 38 Firethorne homes were active in September 2026

That count came from a September 2026 market report; it shifts daily, and Sharcom Realty Group does not claim live MLS data on this page. Zillow's Firethorne search is the authoritative current view of what is active today.

Browse Firethorne on Zillow

The Cost Side

Property taxes in Firethorne

Firethorne sits in unincorporated Fort Bend County with no city tax, so the bill comes from the county, Katy ISD and the community's MUD. Rates are in dollars per $100 of assessed value.

Taxing entity Approximate rate (per $100) Notes and as-of
City None Firethorne is unincorporated Fort Bend County with a Katy mailing address; no city tax.
Fort Bend County $0.4220 2024 combined rate: $0.4120 general fund plus $0.0100 drainage district.
Katy ISD $1.1171 FY 2025-26 rate, held flat by the Katy ISD board.

Community MUDs add to the total bill on top of the county and school rates above. Rates are approximate statutory rates from public sources as of September 2026; verify the exact rate for a specific address with the Fort Bend County Appraisal District.

Local Highlights

Why families land in Firethorne

Natural setting

Firethorne's ~1,400 acres hold a generous share of trees and green space, with winding streets that feel quieter than the typical Katy grid.

Community amenities

Pools, parks, a clubhouse, tennis and miles of trails give Firethorne a resort-style amenity package without the crowd.

Katy ISD schools

Firethorne is zoned to Katy ISD schools, a principal reason families in the 77494 corridor include it on the short list.

Homes for every step

From $340K entry homes to nearly $1M estate plans, the inventory spans first-time buyers, move-ups and custom builds.

Grand Parkway access

The community sits minutes from the Grand Parkway and I-10, with the Energy Corridor and Houston's west side practical commutes.

Katy conveniences

LaCenterra, Katy's shopping corridors and family attractions are a short drive east.

Exploring nearby communities? See Seven Meadows, Cross Creek Ranch, Cinco Ranch and Grand Lakes, or start from the full Katy guide.

What to Do Nearby

Katy's biggest attractions, a short drive away

Firethorne's 77494 location puts Katy's best-known parks, water parks and shopping within easy reach, alongside the community's own wooded trails. These are the outings Sharcom's clients ask about most, each linked to its official site.

Exploring other Katy communities? See Cinco Ranch, Seven Meadows and Grand Lakes.

Talk to Sharon

Buying or selling in Firethorne?

Firethorne's mix of established and newer sections means the right street depends on your stage of life and your schools. Sharon Yeary has 27 years of Texas real estate experience and a team that works west Katy daily. Tell them your timeline and they will match you to the right section.

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 Firethorne homes to guard-gated communities across Greater Houston.

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

Tell us about your Firethorne plans.

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