Hi friend, my name is Jordan Schilleci, and I am a realtor here in the Houston Suburbs. I love all things real estate. Not only can you find me on the selling side of real estate, but also on the buying side of real estate. Don't tell anyone, but unlike other realtors, I absolutely love working with buyers.
I love to hear your story, and help you solve your problem: Where should I live in the Houston Suburbs? P.S. The most important reason to consider buying right now is because of the large incentives builders are offering. Which, allows you to buy down the interest rate, and bring less than normal to close (it costs less to buy right now!).
We have sat down and compared the first half of 2023 with the first half of 2022 to bring you the 13 best-selling, top-selling, most-popular, my favorite, master-planned new construction communities. Lol. Spoiler Alert: Seven of them are in Fort Bend county (Katy, Fulshear, Rosharon), hence all the highway road construction you might be seeing, and two are in Cypress! But without dragging this post out, let me share all 13 with you.
The 13 Best Master-Planned NEW Communities of the Houston Suburbs
Answering the questions, “Where to live in Houston?”
- Sunterra
Who Is Building: Anglia Homes, Adams Homes, Ashton Woods Homes, Beazer Homes, Brightland Homes (formerly Gehan Homes), CastleRock Communities, Centex, Chesmar Homes, Colina Homes, Davidson Homes, D.R. Horton, Empire, Hamilton Thomas Homes, Highland Homes, HistoryMaker Homes, KB Home, Lennar Homes, Long Lake LTD., Perry Homes, Pulte Homes, Shea Homes, Tricoast Homes, Village Builders, and Westin Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Katy, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Probably boasting the number-selling master-planned community in all of the Houston area, this neighborhood has so much to offer that can only be found in Sunterra. The most popular amenities are the crystal lagoon, playgrounds, parks, sidewalks, including golf-cart friendly sidewalks, resort-style swimming pool complete with a lazy river, white-sand beaches, you can kayak and paddleboard, sports fields, tennis courts, a splash pad, play structures, dog parks, fitness center, and so much more.
How Many: 669 sales in the first half of 2023, and 450 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Bridgeland
Who Is Building: Beazer Homes, Brightland Homes (formerly Gehan Homes), Century Communities, Chesmar Homes, Coventry Homes, David Weekly Homes, Fedrick Harris Estate Homes, Highland Homes, Lennar, M/I Homes, Newmark Homes, Partners in Building, Perry Homes, Ravenna Homes, Tri Pointe Homes, Village Builders, and Westin Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Cypress, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Bridgeland is also unlike any other master-planned community. It is broken up into 5 different villages, all with their own amenities that can be accessed by any resident. The parks and lakes are one-of-a-kind, including its integration of on-site schools, and commercial hubs. The growth in Bridgeland has been record-breaking over the last 10 years and should continue for another 10 years. Some of the amenities include Dragonfly Park (25-acre community center, fitness center, flex rooms, playground, splash pad, tennis courts, open fields, basketball court, dog park, kayak launch, hike & bike trails, and a swimming pool complex with fitness pool, fitness lawn, leisure pool with beach entry, lazy river, and a rope swing), 12-foot-wide hike and bike trails, 3 times more acreage of lakes and open space than any other community, parks within a quarter-mile of every home, and swimming pools galore! My favorite thing about Bridgeland is the town center that will be built over the next few years called Bridgeland Central. It will be 925 acres and feature an H-E-B grocery store, a waterway, and lots of everyday commercial options.
How Many: 511 sales in the first half of 2023, and 321 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Marvida
Who Is Building: Ashton Woods Homes, Brightland Homes (formerly Gehan Homes), CastleRock Communities, Centex Homes, Chesmar Homes, Devon Street Homes, Hamilton Thomas Homes, KB Home, K. Hovnanian, Long Lake LTD., M/I Homes, Perry Homes, Tricoast Homes, and Westin Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Cypress, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: This master-planned community has some great amenities including playgrounds, a dog park, exercise stations, sports courts, a bocce ball court, sand volleyball, a lap pool, a lazy river, a splash pad, a water playground, a beautiful swimming pool, a clubhouse, event lawn, shaded pavilion, and a fire pit.
How Many: 478 sales in the first half of 2023, and 320 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Caldwell Ranch
Who Is Building: D.R. Horton
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Rosharon, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: This neighborhood has some great amenities including a swimming pool, a tot lot, a covered pavilion with picnic tables, a shallow splash pad, water slides at the swimming pool, a soccer field, and more! D.R. Horton is also offering some great incentives on their move-in-ready inventory. Reach out to us today to discover how you can buy a home.
How Many: 439 sales in the first half of 2023, and 226 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Tamarron
Who Is Building: D.R. Horton
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Katy, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: This neighborhood has some amazing amenities including a clubhouse, an exercise and fitness center, parks complete with a playground, a resort-style swimming pool, a lap pool, youth soccer fields, 8 miles of walking trails, lakes, and more! D.R. Horton is also offering some great incentives on their move-in-ready inventory. Reach out to us today to discover how you can buy a home.
How Many: 425 sales in the first half of 2023, and 255 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Breckenridge Forest
Who Is Building: D.R. Horton & KB Home
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Spring, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: If one is looking for affordable living in Spring, Texas, and a brand new home, Breckenridge Forest is at the top of their list. The elementary school is B-rated for 2022.
How Many: 360 sales in the first half of 2023.
- Sienna
Who Is Building: Beazer Homes, Chesmar Homes, HistoryMaker Homes, David Weekly Homes, Perry Homes, Shea Homes, Coventry Homes, Newmark homes, Toll Brothers, Highland Homes, Westin Homes, J.Patrick Homes, and Jamestown Estate Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Missouri City, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: There is a very long list why individuals, couples, and families call Sienna (also known as Sienna Plantation) home. It is a 10,000-acre community with homes of all price points. They have on-site award-winning schools and a large variety of amenities. Some of the most popular amenities include Sawmill Lake Club (gym, swimming pool, fire pit), Camp Sienna (fitness center with classes, youth and adult sports fields, and a 160-acre sports complex), Club Sienna (event and meeting space, playground, tennis club, fishing dock, amphitheater, and more!), tennis & golf at the Sienna Golf Club & Grill, many pools, waterparks, and splash pads, Sienna Stables (a 20-acre facility with 7 gated paddocks, and miles of riding trails), natural spaces with parks playgrounds, and lakes, a calendar of resident-only events, and so much more!
How Many: 328 sales in the first half of 2023, and 236 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Tavola
Who Is Building: Lennar, Perry Homes, Westin Homes, and M/I Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: New Caney, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Tavola is a popular community for those wanting to live outside of the city. The air is fresh and the amenities include a recreational center, a swimming pool, greenbelt areas, a clubhouse, a zip line, and many parks.
How Many: 316 sales in the first half of 2023, and 254 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Meridiana
Who Is Building: David Weekly Homes, Chesmar Homes, Coventry Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes, Tricoast Homes, Toll Brothers, Drees Custom Homes, and Shea Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Manvel & Iowa Colony, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Meridana is the premier master-planned community of southwest Houston. The amenities in Meridana are amazing. Favorites include Adventure Cove (swimming pool with waterfall and wave pool), a food truck par, a covered pavilion, beach-like entrance, and more), Oasis Village (Cafe Sol, fitness center, conservatory, amphitheater, game area, and resort-style swimming pool), parks, playgrounds, and trails. There really is something for everyone.
How Many: 290 sales in the first half of 2023, and 235 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Cane Island
Who Is Building: Chesmar Homes, Coventry Homes, David Weekly Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes, Shea Homes, William David Custom Homes, and Cason Graye Custom Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Katy, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Cane Island is a favorite in the city of Katy. Onsite amenities include The Oaks Kitchen & Bar, a family-friendly pool & splash pad, a lap pool, a fitness center, a yoga & spin studio, a large outdoor lawn, a conservatory, miles of trails, multiple parks, gathering spaces, and more.
How Many: 228 sales in the first half of 2023, and 151 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Elyson
Who Is Building: Beazer Homes, Brookfield Residential, Chesmar Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes, Pulte Homes, Taylor Morrison, Westin Homes, and Newmark Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Katy, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: This master-planned community is who brought us Cinco Ranch and Seven Meadows. Amenities include an onsite community center with cafe, Fireside Park (firepit, pickleball courts, and bocce ball court), Sunset Park & Splashpad, Timber Grove Park, Elyson Commons, Pooch Playground, sports field, Honeybell Gardens, Lakeside Landing (brand new recreation center), Compass Lake & Crescent Park, On-Site Katy ISD schools, and more!
How Many: 224 sales in the first half of 2023, and 247 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Jordan Ranch
Who Is Building: Beazer Homes, Chesmar Homes, David Weekly Homes, Highland Homes, J. Patrick Homes, Lennar, Perry Homes, Westin Homes, and Village Builders.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Fulshear, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Jordan Ranch is a community that was destined to date back to 1936. This land has been in the Chester and Bess Jordan family. They hosted lively barn dances, supported the local FFA, and built bridges and roads to bring the community together. The amenities in this community include a fitness center, a resort-style swimming pool with a lazy river, playgrounds, an event lawn, walking trails, and so much more.
How Many: 218 sales in the first half of 2023, and 205 sales in the first half of 2022.
- Cross Creek Ranch
Who Is Building: Taylor Morrison, Lennar, Chesmar Homes, Highland Homes, TriPointe Homes, Newmark Homes, and Perry Homes.
What Is For Sale: New construction for sale – Link. | All homes for sale – Link.
Where: Fulshear, Texas
Why Folks Call It Home: Cross Creek Ranch is only at the bottom of this list, because it is near completion. It has been one of the top-selling communities for years. The amenities that make it a top pick include its 400 acres of lakes with catch and release fishing, its 45+ miles of trails, its 40 acres of ponds, its 140-foot water park slide at Adventure Island, its 33+ pocket parks and playgrounds, the 63,000+ trees they have planted, many on-site A rated schools, their 6,5000+ square foot gym space, the 75+ neighborhood hosted events, the 2-mile stream running throughout the neighborhood, their 3 community swimming pools, and so much more!
How Many: 207 sales in the first half of 2023, and 227 sales in the first half of 2022.
The Houston Suburbs have so much to offer to everyone, no matter the stage of life you are in. If you need help navigating the Houston Suburbs, and you are trying to answer the question, “Where should I live in the Houston Suburbs?”, I would love to be your realtor. You can call/text 832-493-6685, or schedule a call with this link: http://byjoandco.com/call. I look forward to meeting you. Hugs, Jordan.
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