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ZIP 77479: First Colony, Telfair and New Territory

77479 covers much of western and central Sugar Land, including the master-planned communities of First Colony, Telfair, New Territory, Greatwood and part of Riverstone. Housing is mostly single-family homes from 1980s-era sections to newer construction, with townhomes and condominiums near Sugar Land Town Square. Landmarks include Sugar Land Town Square and City Hall, First Colony Mall, Smart Financial Centre and Sugar Land Memorial Park on the Brazos River, with access via US 59/I-69, State Highway 6, US 90A and the Grand Parkway (SH 99).

County: Fort BendAreas: First Colony, Telfair, New Territory, Greatwood, Sweetwater, Riverstone (part)School districts: Fort Bend ISDVerified: October 29, 2026

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Schools serving 77479

Public schools in 77479 fall under Fort Bend ISD. The examples below carry the Texas Education Agency A-F accountability rating released in August 2026 for the 2025-26 school year; attendance zones change, so confirm the zoned campus with the district before you write an offer.

Level School District TEA rating Links
Elementary Commonwealth Elementary Fort Bend ISD A (2025-26) TEA · GreatSchools
Elementary Colony Bend Elementary Fort Bend ISD A (2025-26) TEA
Middle First Colony Middle Fort Bend ISD A (2025-26) TEA · GreatSchools
Middle Fort Settlement Middle Fort Bend ISD A (2025-26) TEA · GreatSchools
High Clements High School Fort Bend ISD A (2025-26) TEA · GreatSchools

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Local picks with their public ratings as shown on October 29, 2026. Ratings and hours change; the links go to the review pages we checked.

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Homes for sale in 77479

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Property taxes in 77479 depend on the taxing entities for the exact address (county, city or MUD, school district and others). Use our Houston mortgage calculator with the MUD toggle to estimate a monthly payment, and read about the homestead exemption before you budget.

Questions about 77479

How far is Sugar Land 77479 from downtown Houston and the Galleria?

Most of 77479 is roughly 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston. US 59/I-69 is the main route to the Galleria, Greenway Plaza and downtown, with State Highway 6, US 90A and the Grand Parkway (SH 99) serving other directions; drive times depend heavily on traffic.

What kinds of homes are in 77479?

Most homes are single-family houses in master-planned communities such as First Colony, Telfair, New Territory, Greatwood and Riverstone, ranging from older First Colony sections to newer construction in Telfair and Riverstone. Townhomes and condominiums are concentrated near Sugar Land Town Square and other mixed-use areas.

Do homes in 77479 have MUD or levee district taxes?

It depends on the subdivision. Some newer areas, such as parts of Riverstone, sit in municipal utility or levee improvement districts that levy their own property tax, while other areas inside Sugar Land city limits may not; the seller's MUD notice and the Fort Bend County tax office show the rate for a specific address.

Which public schools serve 77479 and how were they rated?

77479 is served by Fort Bend ISD. In the Texas Education Agency's 2026 ratings, Clements High, First Colony Middle, Fort Settlement Middle, Commonwealth Elementary and Colony Bend Elementary each received an A; attendance zones vary by street, so confirm an address with the district's school finder.

Do Evan Compean and the Compean Group help buyers and sellers in ZIP code 77479?

Yes. We commonly help clients buy and sell in ZIP code 77479, and we follow this local market closely. Evan Compean and the Compean Group bring more than 1,000 homes sold and hundreds of 5-star reviews to every move. Use this guide to get started with your search; it has much more information about the area.

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Ratings and review counts are the public figures shown on the linked review sites on October 29, 2026. Business hours and details can change, so check before you go. School ratings come from the Texas Education Agency. Updated October 2026. Compean Group, 802 W. Patton St, Houston, TX 77009, (832) 777-3904.