Katy TX New Construction Closing Credits
Buying new construction in Katy, Elyson, Jordan Ranch, Cane Island, Cross Creek Ranch, or anywhere in West Houston? Keep most of the buyer-agent commission (returned as an estimated closing credit, subject to lender approval), with no out-of-pocket cost. Up to 2% of the price back as a closing credit, statewide, including all Houston-area communities.
*Example shows the maximum 2% closing credit on a $450,000 home. Actual closing credit varies by builder and purchase price, and is subject to lender approval. Buyer-agent compensation is negotiable and not set by law.
*Estimates only. Subject to lender approval & closing terms. EXL Realty Group, TREC broker license 9015220, agent 0778114.
See Full BreakdownHow much cash back do you get on a new-construction home in Katy?
EXL Realty Group returns up to 2% of the purchase price as an estimated closing credit, paid from the buyer-agent commission the builder pays. We keep the rest of the builder-paid commission as our fee. On the median Katy new-construction list price in our live feed ($409,990), that is up to about $8,200; on a $500,000 home, up to $10,000. As of August 29, 2026, the feed shows 79 new-construction homes in Katy (29 ready now) from builders including Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes and Toll Brothers. Register EXL Realty Group as your agent before your first model-home visit to stay eligible; the credit is applied at closing, subject to lender approval.
Page last reviewed: August 29, 2026 · Inventory figures come from our live builder feed and refresh weekly.
Katy Builders & Communities We Serve
We work with all major new-construction builders in Katy and West Houston. Register before visiting any builder to remain eligible for your estimated closing credit.
Katy Builders We Represent You With
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Katy Master-Planned Communities
Nearby Cities
Living in Katy: counties, school districts and commutes
- Counties
- Katy spans three counties: Waller (about 37% of the city), Harris (about 34%) and Fort Bend (about 29%).
- School districts
- Katy ISD serves about 94% of the city. Parts of Katy are in Royal ISD and Lamar CISD. Check a specific address with the Texas Education Agency School District Locator.
- Getting around
- I-10 (including its managed lanes), US 90, the Grand Parkway (SH 99) and the Westpark Tollway serve Katy.
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Counties and school districts from U.S. Census Bureau and Texas Education Agency 2025-26 boundary data; shares are of each city’s land area. Commute routes from city and economic development pages.
How It Works
Three steps to receive an estimated closing credit on your Katy new-construction home.
Register Jakir as My Agent
Complete a quick online registration before visiting any builder. Registers Jakir Malek (EXL Realty Group) as your buyer's agent. Takes about 2 minutes, at no cost.
Shop Any Katy Community
Tour model homes in Elyson, Jordan Ranch, Cane Island, Cross Creek Ranch, and more. Works with all major Katy builders: Perry Homes, D.R. Horton, Lennar, Taylor Morrison, and more.
Close & Receive Your Estimated Credit
At closing, the estimated closing credit is applied to your costs, subject to lender approval. Use it for closing costs, a rate buydown, or builder upgrades.
Katy New Construction Rebate Calculator
Enter your expected Katy home price to see an estimated closing credit, subject to lender approval.
Our fee: the rest of the builder-paid commission
You receive up to: 2% of the price
Katy New Construction FAQ
Answers about Katy builders, communities, the closing credit, and legality in Texas.
Yes. Major Katy builders including Perry Homes, D.R. Horton, Lennar, Taylor Morrison, and K. Hovnanian cooperate with registered buyer agents. You must register Jakir as your agent before your first builder site visit to preserve your rebate eligibility.
Katy new construction typically ranges from $330,000 to $650,000 depending on community and builder. Master-planned communities like Elyson and Cross Creek Ranch span this range. Use the calculator for your estimated closing credit.
Active Katy new construction master-planned communities include Elyson, Jordan Ranch, Cane Island, Cross Creek Ranch, Firethorne, and Tamarron. Neighboring Cypress, Richmond, and Rosenberg also have extensive new builder inventory.
Yes. We offer a closing credit of up to 2% of the price in Katy, the same rate we offer statewide, with full in-person buyer representation available. Houston-area buyers receive the same cash back calculation as buyers anywhere else in Texas.
Register Before Your First Katy Builder Visit
Registration is free, takes 2 minutes, and is the only requirement to remain eligible for your estimated closing credit.