How much are HOA fees in Houston?
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Short answer
The median HOA fee among Houston listings that show one is $515 / annually, about $43 a month. Fees vary a lot by subdivision, and some homes have no HOA at all, so the fee for a specific home is on its listing and in its HOA documents.
What the median HOA fee is
Across Houston listings that report association dues, the median is $515 / annually. That works out to about $43 a month, before any special assessments or transfer fees the HOA may charge at closing. We have grouped homes into 1,195 named subdivisions or associations with at least three listings; the ones with the most listings are Oak Forest, Houston Heights, Westbury, Summerwood, Meyerland, Wayside Village.
What to check before you buy
What the fee covers varies: some pay for common areas and a pool, others include services. Ask for the HOA documents early, compare the fee with what you get, and remember that a lower fee is not automatically a better deal. Every buyer and seller in Houston is weighing a different set of trade-offs, and waiting to decide is often the costliest choice. For a specific subdivision in Houston, talk to us to find the right option for your circumstances.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median HOA dues among listings that report them | $515 / annually |
| Median, per month | $43 |
| Amenities commonly listed with HOAs here | community pool, curbs, gutters, clubhouse |
| Named subdivisions or associations with 3+ listings | 1,195 |
Common follow-up questions
Does every home in the area have an HOA?
No. Many listings show no association fee; check the listing and the deed restrictions for the specific home.
Are there costs beyond the regular fee?
Often: transfer fees, resale certificates and, sometimes, special assessments. Ask for the HOA documents.
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