Homes for Sale/Brazoria County/Rosharon/Sterling Lakes At Iowa Colony
Active MLS #12644492 · 7 days on market

9834 Opal Rock Drive

Rosharon, TX 77583
Subdivision  ·  Sterling Lakes At Iowa Colony
List Price
$229,000
$158/SF · 11.5% above neighborhood median
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,449
Built
2012
Lot
0.12 ac
Garage
2-car
County
Brazoria
Tax Rate
3.08%

Schools

§ 03
District
Elementary BEL NAFEGAR SANCHEZ EL B
Middle IOWA COLONY J H C
High IOWA COLONY H S B
TEA accountability ratings reflect 2024–25 where available. School attendance zones are subject to district redistricting — confirm directly with the district before making a school-based decision.

Overview

§ 01

Discover your fully updated dream home in the highly sought-after gated community of Sterling Lakes! This stunning property offers a desirable split floor plan with seamless open-concept living. The heart of the home is a beautifully reimagined kitchen, showcasing striking granite countertops, a center island, and a walk-in pantry. Escape to the oversized primary suite, featuring a massive walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bath with a relaxing soaking tub and separate shower. Every detail has been refreshed, including a fully updated guest bathroom and a large walk-in laundry room with open shelving. Enjoy incredible peace of mind with premium upgrades like a whole-home water filtration system and a recent roof (~4 years old). Step outside to experience resort-style neighborhood amenities, including tennis courts, swimming pools, a splash pad, a fitness center, and scenic walking trails. Some photos have been virtually staged to illustrate potential layout.

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • All Bedrooms Down
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Full Bath On Main Level
  • Granite Counters
  • Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Family Room Combo
  • Main Level Primary
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower
  • Tub Shower
  • Walk In Pantry
  • Walk In Closets
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Disposal
  • Gas Oven

Exterior & lot

  • Deck
  • Fence
  • Patio
  • Subdivision
  • Back Yard
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Attached
  • Driveway
  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Association

Community

  • Clubhouse
  • Controlled Access
  • Fitness Center
  • Playground
  • Park
  • Pool
  • Tennis Courts
  • Trails
  • Gated
  • Gated With Attendant
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Style: Traditional

Property Details

§ 03 · Full MLS record

Property

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Detached
Architectural Style Traditional
Year Built 2012
Year Built Source PublicRecords
New Construction No

Building

Stories 1
Levels One
Living Area 1,449 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,449 sq ft
Foundation Slab
Construction Brick, Cement Siding
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

Bedrooms 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
Bathrooms (total) 2
Bathrooms Full 2
Bathrooms Half 0
Rooms Total 3

Interior

Interior Features All Bedrooms Down, En Suite Bathroom, Full Bath On Main Level, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Main Level Primary, Split Bedrooms, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets, Ceiling Fans
Flooring Carpet, Vinyl
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Water Softener Owned
Laundry Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security Gated With Attendant, Controlled Access, Smoke Detectors

Exterior

Exterior Features Deck, Fence, Patio
Patio / Porch Deck, Patio
Fencing Back Yard
Pool Private No
Pool Features Association

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 2
Attached Garage Yes
Parking Features Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.1162
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Subdivision

Location

County Brazoria
MLS Area Major 5
MLS Area Minor Manvel/Iowa Colony
Subdivision Sterling Lakes At Iowa Colony
Postal Code 77583

Utilities

Heating Central, Gas
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Water Source Public
Sewer Public Sewer

HOA / Association

HOA Yes
HOA Fee $1,650
HOA Fee Frequency Annually
HOA Name Sterling Lakes
Fee Includes Clubhouse, Common Areas, Recreation Facilities
Amenities Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Playground, Park, Pool, Tennis Courts, Trails, Gated

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Annual Amount $7,050
Tax Year 2026
Tax Rate (est.) 3.08%
Parcel # 7791-2001-023
Legal Description STERLING LAKES AT IOWA COLONY SEC 2 (A0289 HT&B) BLK 1 LOT 2
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Municipal Utility District Disclosure, Owner Is Listing Agent

Room Layout

§ 04 · 7 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 7

Primary Bedroom 15 x 13
Bedroom 11 x 10
Bedroom 11 x 10
Primary Bathroom
Bathroom
Kitchen
Living Room

MUD Disclosure (§49.452)

§ 03 · Data moat
● §49.452 Notice
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Texas Water Code §49.452 requires districts to publish annual notices with tax rate, bonded indebtedness, and assessed value. Most Harris-area MUDs publish these; a handful managed by Inframark do not.

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● What this tells you

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Listing's rolled-up MUD rate 0.7800 Resolved MUD jurisdiction Brazoria County MUD 31 Match confidence

Taxes & Cost of Ownership

§ 04
● Estimated monthly payment
$1,963
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$1,375 Property tax$588 Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I + Tax) $1,963
Yearly HOA fee $1,650

Illustrative only, not a quote. P&I assumes the values entered above. Insurance and HOA dues vary — consult licensed lender and insurance agent for accurate quote.

● Effective tax rate · 3-year history
3.0982%
ALL 8 TAXING DISTRICTS · 2025 BILL
202320242025
MUD
0.78%
→ stable
School
→ stable
City
→ stable
County
0.26%
→ stable
Other districts
2.06%
→ stable

HOA & Community

§ 05
● HOA details
$1,650
ANNUALLY
Association nameSterling Lakes Management co. Website Phone Cert on filepending
Fee includes
Clubhouse · CommonAreas · RecreationFacilities
● Community amenities
daycare
New Beginner’s Childcare · 0.1mi
Children's Social Expo · 0.2mi
New Beginner’s Childcare · 0.2mi
park
· 0.2mi
· 0.3mi
· 0.3mi
restaurant
Shipley Donuts · 0.2mi
Shipley Donuts · 0.3mi
Shipley Donuts · 0.6mi
gym
Snap Fitness Iowa Colony · 0.3mi
Snap Fitness Iowa Colony · 0.3mi
Snap Fitness Iowa Colony · 0.6mi
grocery
Checkout · 0.7mi
Checkout · 0.7mi
Checkout · 0.9mi
pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy · 0.7mi
CVS Pharmacy · 0.7mi
CVS Pharmacy · 1.0mi

Broadband & Connectivity

§ 06
Broadband not mappedWe have not yet resolved FCC provider data for this block.

Environmental Risk

§ 08
X
FEMA Zone
Zone X · Minimal risk
Outside 100-year and 500-year floodplains. No flood insurance required by lender.
PANEL 48039C SFHA NO SOURCE 48039C_STUDY1
🌡 Heat days >95°F
54 days/yr above 95°F
Plus 8 days above 100°F. NOAA station records, 2016-2025 average.
💨 30-day air quality
AQI 41 · Good
Average daily AQI for the 30 days ending 2026-02-28. EPA AQS county monitors. Higher = worse.
🌵 Drought (current)
No drought (D1 or worse)
US Drought Monitor county reading, week of 2026-09-15.
Sources: FEMA NFHL · NOAA GHCN-Daily · EPA AQS · US Drought Monitor. Climate rollup last computed Sep 23, 2026.

Recent Comparable Sales

§ 09
8 comparable sales nearby · sold median $142/SFAddress-level sold detail is available to registered users. Reach out to Allen for the full comparable-sales report.

Subdivision & Master Plan

§ 10
● Master plan
Sterling Lakes At Iowa Colony
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Sterling Lakes At Iowa Colony City · ZIPRosharon · 77583 CountyBrazoria Listings in subdivision766 Active now26 Sold (last 12 mo)46 Curated amenities60
● Year-built distribution
2005s 4 2010s 16 2015s 5 2020s 1

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
Iowa Colony Fire Department
Distance
3.0 mi
Straight-line from listing
ISO rating
Future data point
Avg. response
From incident log (future)

Neighborhood Demographics

§ 12 · Census tract 48039661902 · ACS 2023
Median HH income
$99,061
ACS 2023
Median home value
$258,300
Census self-report
Owner-occupied
81%
3,626 housing units
Bachelor's+
27%
Adults 25+
Median age
33.9
Population 12,247
Work from home
17%
of commuters
Commute 45min+
33%
of commuters
Below poverty
10.6%
tract-level

Amenities & Nearby Places

§ 13

Active listing — amenities should populate from the go-live pipeline. Click to fetch now if missing.

Location & Neighborhood

§ 13
● This Home
9834 Opal Rock Drive, Rosharon, TX 77583
Brazoria County · 29.44°N, 95.44°W
daycare
New Beginner’s Childcare
0.1 mi · 9 within 2 mi
park
0.2 mi · 5 within 2 mi
restaurant
Shipley Donuts
0.2 mi · 4 within 2 mi
gym
Snap Fitness Iowa Colony
0.3 mi · 2 within 2 mi
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Sep 17, 2026 Listed $229,000 Ahmad Said
Dec 31, 2011 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Ahmad Said · Central Metro Realty
Data provided by Houston Realtors Information Service (HAR MLS). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All measurements, square footage, and school assignments should be independently verified. HAR MLS content last updated Sep 21, 2026.
MLS# 12644492 · LIST DATE: Sep 17, 2026 · PARCEL: 7791-2001-023
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