Nottingham Country

Nottingham Country sits in a leafy pocket of unincorporated Harris County, tucked neatly between Katy and Houston just south of Interstate 10. The Kickerillo Companies developed it starting in the 1970s, and they kept building through the 1980s across ten distinct sections. By the time the work wrapped, the community held roughly 2,500 homes. It was actually one of the first major neighborhoods to take root south of I-10, and you can still feel that pioneering legacy today.

Location is a big part of the draw here. You will find the neighborhood framed by Westgreen Boulevard to the west, Fry Road to the east, and Highland Knolls Drive to the south. That puts you minutes from I-10 and the Energy Corridor, which matters a lot if you commute. Fry Road can get busy during school pickup, so plan around it. Even so, the easy access to major roads keeps daily errands and longer drives refreshingly simple. Mature trees and quiet streets round out the appeal nicely.

Families settle here largely for Katy ISD, one of the most respected districts in the state. Depending on where your home sits, kids attend either Nottingham Country or Pattison Elementary, then McMeans or Memorial Parkway Junior High, followed by Taylor High School. Because zoning shifts by section, buyers should confirm with their agent their exact campus before falling for their new home. You won’t find cookie-cutter construction here – most are semi-custom homes.

Step outside the neighborhood and you land in the middle of everything Katy offers. Katy Mills Mall sits just up I-10 with more than 175 stores, from outlet brands to a movie theater. For a more polished afternoon, LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch brings a Main Street vibe with Trader Joe’s, boutiques, and patio dining. Grocery runs stay easy too, since several HEB and Kroger stores line Fry Road and Mason Road nearby.

Dining options stretch across nearly every craving you can name. Katy Asian Town has become a local favorite, anchored by H Mart and packed with standout restaurants. When the weekend arrives, families head to Typhoon Texas Waterpark or chase a game-night energy at spots like Andretti Indoor Karting. Old Town Katy adds another charming layer, with antique shops, local eateries, and that small-town feel so many folks love.

What really sells the area, though, is the balance. You get big-city convenience without losing that neighborly warmth. Energy Corridor employers sit a short drive east, while George Bush Park offers trails and open space when you crave the outdoors. Add in nearby medical centers and the Grand Parkway for quick regional trips, and the location starts to feel tough to beat. It simply works for everyday life.

Nottingham Country predates the mega-amenity era, yet it still delivers where it counts. At the heart of the community sits a clubhouse with meeting rooms that residents book for gatherings and events. Just outside, a large swimming pool gives families a welcome escape through those long Texas summers. Smaller children get their own splash space too, which parents of toddlers genuinely appreciate.

Sports lovers have plenty to keep them busy as well. The community maintains a strong set of tennis courts that stay in great shape throughout the year. More recently, pickleball courts joined the lineup, tapping into the fastest-growing sport around. Whether you compete seriously or just want a casual rally with neighbors, you will find courts within an easy walk of home. That kind of access is rare in established neighborhoods.

Green space ties the whole place together. Several parks and playgrounds sit scattered across the sections, so kids rarely travel far to burn off energy. Walking trails, including the well-known Nottingham Country Greenbelt, wind past mature oaks and shady stretches that newer communities simply cannot replicate. On a cool morning, those trails fill up with joggers, dog walkers, and families out for a stroll.

Homes in Nottingham Country receive their annual property tax assessments from the Harris Central Appraisal District. The total tax rate consists of several different taxing entities, which can vary depending on the part of the community where you live.

These rates typically apply to the school district, MUD district, and county or city services, and often times will adjust as a community is built out. School district and MUD tax rates typically go down over time.

As of the time of this writing (April 2026), the average property tax rate for homes in the neighborhood is 2.29%. Just as with every home in the Katy area and in Texas, these rates apply to every $100 of a home’s valuation.

The current average sales price is $427,000, which we’ll use to map out how property taxes work. To understand how that plays out, that $427,000 home could expect to pay $9,778 / year in property taxes:

$427,000 / $100 = $4,270 x 2.29 = $9,778.

This of course does not take into account homestead, over 65, and other tax exemptions that offer significant tax savings. Read more about how property taxes work in our area. As of the time of this writing, the annual HOA Dues here are $300. Even with the minimal amenities in Nottingham Country, those dues represent among the very lowest HOA dues in the Katy area among neighborhoods with such offerings.

Here is where Nottingham Country truly stands apart. You will not find rows of cookie-cutter houses on these streets. Instead, most homes feel semi-custom, with traditional, colonial, and ranch styles mingling block to block. Some sections even skip front driveways entirely, tucking garages behind the homes along rear alleyways. That older design choice gives those streets a clean, storybook look you rarely see in modern Katy.

Square footage covers the gamut here, from 1,600 to just over 6,000 square feet with most averaging about 2,700. Lots run generous as well, ranging from 6,500 square feet to just over half an acre. You will spot standard subdivision lots, as well as corner and cul-de-sac options across several sections. This community sits inland, though, so do not expect to find waterfront or golf course lots within the community’s borders.

Because Kickerillo developed Nottingham Country decades ago, the neighborhood finished building out long ago, so every sale today is a resale. A variety of builders worked the original sections, which explains the welcome lack of repetition from house to house. Pricing generally lands in an attractive range for the area, especially given the lot sizes and prime location. For buyers who value character over recency, the value is unbeatable.