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Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada
Crystal Lagoon communities: Sunterra TX #5 US 2025, Epperson FL (Wesley Chapel), Mirada FL (San Antonio). School districts, price, amenities, metro commute. Own Luxury Homes national coverage.
Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada
3 markets
Own Luxury Homes® covers all three Crystal Lagoon / metro lagoon communities nationally — Sunterra (TX), Epperson (FL), Mirada (FL)
All different
Three different developers, three different metro markets, three different school districts, three different commute profiles
#5 US
Sunterra ranked #5 nationally in 2025 with 1,024 sales — the highest-ranked Crystal Lagoon community on the RCLCO list
National coverage
Own Luxury Homes® connects buyers with the best local realtors in every major lagoon community market
| Factor | Sunterra (Katy TX) | Epperson (Wesley Chapel FL) | Mirada (San Antonio FL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developer | Land Tejas / Starwood Land | Metro Development Group | Metro Development Group |
| Lagoon | 3.5-acre Crystal Lagoon (Sol Club) | 7.5-acre Crystal Lagoon (North America’s first) | 15-acre MetroLagoon (Metro’s largest) |
| RCLCO 2025 rank | #5 nationally (1,024 sales) | Top 50 (historically ranked) | Top 50 (historically ranked) |
| Metro | Houston TX | Tampa Bay FL | Tampa Bay FL |
| Entry price | From $280s | Mid-$300s | $300s |
| School district | Katy ISD (#1 Houston) / Royal ISD | Pasco County Schools | Pasco County Schools |
| Employer anchor | Energy Corridor (Chevron, Shell, BP, ConocoPhillips) | Moffitt Cancer Center Speros (opened Jan 2026) | Moffitt Speros nearby |
| State income tax | None (Texas) | None (Florida) | None (Florida) |
| Own Luxury Homes® coverage | Yes — connect to best local realtor | Yes — Epperson buyer’s guide published | Yes — Mirada buyer’s guide published |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Own Luxury Homes® source this data?
Own Luxury Homes® research indexes are compiled from public records, builder disclosures, RCLCO and John Burns Research annual rankings, school district TEA/state ratings, and on-market listing data. All data is current as of the last refresh date shown.
Is this research specific to Katy Houston?
Yes. Every Own Luxury Homes® research index is market-specific and updated regularly. For Katy Houston, contact us at ownluxuryhomes.com/connect for the most current builder availability and pricing data.
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Why Own Luxury Homes® Built This Index
Buyers making a $300,000–$800,000 new construction decision in Katy Houston deserve the same data that institutional investors use. This research index is free. Our buyer representation is free. The builder pays our commission. Contact Own Luxury Homes® at ownluxuryhomes.com/connect.
Data Sources and Methodology
Own Luxury Homes® research indexes are compiled from public records, builder disclosures, RCLCO and John Burns Research annual rankings, state school ratings (TEA for Texas, Florida DOE for FL, state equivalents for other markets), and on-market listing data. All data is current as of the last refresh date.
How to Use This Research
This index is designed as a decision-support tool for buyers comparing Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada with other options in Katy Houston. Read it alongside the community guides and builder indexes in this silo. For market-specific questions not answered here, contact Own Luxury Homes® directly.
Market Context for Katy Houston
Own Luxury Homes® covers all active new construction in Katy Houston with the same free buyer representation model: register before your first builder contact, and the builder pays our commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Own Luxury Homes® buyer representation really free at Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada?
Yes. Own Luxury Homes® buyer representation at Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada and all Katy Houston builders is free to the buyer. The builder pays our commission as part of their standard marketing budget — whether you use a buyer's agent or not. The key requirement: you must register Own Luxury Homes® as your buyer's agent before your first builder contact, model home visit, or online inquiry.
What should I know before visiting model homes at Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada?
Before any model home visit at Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada: (1) Contact Own Luxury Homes® to be registered as your buyer's agent — this is required before first contact with the builder's sales team. (2) Ask about current incentives — builders change incentive packages regularly and the best deals are often not advertised. (3) Bring a list of your must-haves vs nice-to-haves — the model home is designed to maximize upgrade sales. (4) Do not sign anything or make any deposits on the first visit. Own Luxury Homes® will review any contract before you sign.
What is the price range at Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada?
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How does Crystal Lagoon Community Index™ — Sunterra vs Epperson vs Mirada compare to other communities in Katy Houston?
Own Luxury Homes® has structured comparison research for all major new construction communities in Katy Houston. The comparison indexes in the navigation below cover builder selection, school districts, CDD/HOA costs, and commute analysis. Contact Own Luxury Homes® for a personalized community recommendation matched to your budget, school priorities, and commute requirements.
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