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Where Are New Homes Being Built in Northeast Dallas? 7 Master-Planned Communities to Know in 2026
By Jeanie Marten, Broker/Owner, Jeanie Marten Real Estate · Last updated September 30, 2026
In 2026, most new-home construction in Northeast Dallas is happening in seven master-planned communities: Elevon in Lavon, Inspiration near Wylie and St. Paul, Winchester Crossing and Eastridge in Princeton, Waterscape in Royse City, Woodcreek in Fate and Bayside in Rowlett. Before you walk into a model home, check two things: whether the community has a PID or MUD tax, and whether the builder requires your agent to register you on your first visit.
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Which Northeast Dallas communities are building new homes in 2026?
Here's the short list, with what each builder or city has published. Availability changes month to month, so treat this as a starting map, not an inventory list.
Elevon, Lavon
- About 983 acres in Collin County
- KB Home opened a new section in June 2026; M/I Homes and K. Hovnanian also build here
- Amenity center, trail system, fishing pond, dog park and pocket parks
- Has a Public Improvement District (PID), per the City of Lavon
- Served by Community ISD
Inspiration, St. Paul / Wylie area
- 702 acres and 2,000+ homes, started in 2014
- Final phase, Unity Village, with Ashton Woods and First Texas Homes
- Club Inspiration, a 350-foot lazy river and a 25.5-mile trail
- Named 2020 Master-Planned Community of the Year (McSAM)
- Served by Wylie ISD
Winchester Crossing, Princeton
- D.R. Horton is currently selling
- Community pools and a splash pad
- Served by Princeton ISD
Eastridge, Princeton
- 547 acres planned for about 2,400 homesites
- Builders announced: Trophy Signature Homes and Meritage Homes
- About 90 acres of parks plus trails
- Has a PID and a TIRZ, per the developer
Waterscape, Royse City
- Developed by Huffines Communities
- Builders include Bloomfield, Highland, HistoryMaker, Impression and Tri Pointe
- Water's Edge amenity center, fishing ponds, dog park and trails
- Has a PID, per a City of Royse City notice
- Served by Royse City ISD
Woodcreek, Fate
- Planned for 4,000+ homes at build-out and nearing completion
- Two amenity centers, a Jr. Olympic pool, splash park, lake and trails
- Named a Top 50 master-planned community by John Burns (2019)
- Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) fund infrastructure, per the City of Fate
Bayside, Rowlett
- On Lake Ray Hubbard, next to the planned Sapphire Bay development
- 290 homes total; Mattamy Homes announced the final phase in November 2025
- Townhomes and single-family Casitas
Looking for a resale home inside an established master-planned community instead? Woodbridge (Sachse and Wylie), Waterview (Rowlett) and Firewheel (Garland) are built out, with golf, trails and pools already in place. Read Everyday Life in Woodbridge, Sachse and Life in Firewheel.
Where has Jeanie sold new and master-planned homes?
I've been selling in Northeast Dallas for almost 30 years, so many of the neighborhoods I sold in while they were being built aren't new anymore. Here's where I've done the most work:
- Sachse: Woodbridge, Heritage Park and Richfield Estates
- Wylie: The Dominion, Kreymer Estates and Braddock
- Lavon: Elevon
- Princeton: Bridgewater
- Parker: Whitestone Estates
- Van Alstyne: a custom home build
That history matters. I've seen how these communities held up after the builders left, which lot types resold best, and which HOAs ran well.
Do I need my own agent to buy a new construction home?
You're not required to have one. But the builder's sales team represents the builder, and the builder's contract is written for the builder.
Here's the scenario I see over and over: a buyer tours a model on a Saturday, signs the guest sheet, and comes back with an agent the next week. By then, many builders won't work with that agent.
- Bring your agent to the first visit. Many builders require your agent to register you on your first visit, and co-op policies vary by builder.
- The builder's price is usually the same either way. In my experience, builders typically budget for buyer-agent compensation. Ask how it's handled in your contract.
- Texas uses separate TREC contracts for new homes that are complete or still under construction. Builders often use their own forms instead, so read every page.
More on this: How to Evaluate a Home Builder in North Texas.
What are PID and MUD taxes, and which communities have them?
Many new communities pay for roads, water lines and parks through special districts. That cost shows up in your tax bill or as an annual assessment.
- PID (Public Improvement District): an annual assessment set by a city or county. Elevon (Lavon) and Eastridge (Princeton) have one.
- MUD (Municipal Utility District): a separate taxing district with its own tax rate. The City of Fate says MUDs were created for Woodcreek.
- You get a notice before you buy. Texas requires a Notice to Purchaser of Special Taxing or Assessment District (TREC form 59-0).
- Look it up yourself. The Texas Comptroller keeps a public database of special purpose districts, with tax rates and debt.
The real math matters here. A lower sticker price with a PID can cost more per month than a higher price without one. I broke it down here: PID vs. MUD in North Texas.
What should I check before I sign with a builder?
- What's included in the base price, and what's an upgrade
- Lot premium, and which way the backyard faces
- PID or MUD status and the current tax rate
- HOA dues and what they cover
- Earnest money terms and what happens if construction runs late
- Your right to hire your own inspector at pre-drywall and final
- The written builder warranty, since Texas has no state-run builder warranty program
- Your 11-month warranty walkthrough date
Keep reading: 9 Questions to Ask During a New Construction Walkthrough and Your 11-Month Builder Warranty Walkthrough Is About to Expire.
How does Jeanie represent new construction buyers?
- First appointment: I register you with the builder and compare plans, lots and incentives across communities.
- Contract: I review the builder's contract, addenda and special district notices with you before you sign.
- Construction: Weekly job-site meetings once construction starts, plus independent inspections at pre-drywall and final.
- Closing and after: Final walkthrough, closing, and a reminder before your 11-month warranty walkthrough.
Also useful: How to Shop New Construction Neighborhoods in Princeton and Living in Elevon Near Lake Lavon.
Watch: Lot Types and the Lavon Market
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Which Northeast Dallas communities have new homes for sale in 2026?
Elevon (Lavon), Inspiration (St. Paul and Wylie area), Winchester Crossing and Eastridge (Princeton), Waterscape (Royse City), Woodcreek (Fate) and Bayside (Rowlett) are the main master-planned options. Availability changes monthly, so confirm current inventory with the builder or your agent.
Does using my own agent raise the price of a new home?
Usually not. In my experience, builders typically budget for buyer-agent compensation. Policies vary, so ask how it's handled before you sign.
Do I have to bring my agent on the first visit?
Many builders require your agent to register you on your first visit. If you visit alone first, the builder may decline to work with your agent later.
How do I know if a community has a PID or MUD?
Ask for the Notice to Purchaser of Special Taxing or Assessment District, check the Texas Comptroller's special district database, and look up the property on the county appraisal district website.
Is there a state warranty on new homes in Texas?
No. Texas has no state-run builder warranty program. Your protection is the builder's written warranty, so read it and schedule your 11-month walkthrough.
About the Author
Jeanie Marten, Broker/Owner, Jeanie Marten Real Estate. Licensed in Texas since 1997 and a broker since 2014, Jeanie has closed about 1,000 residential transactions in Northeast Dallas. She holds the GRI and e-PRO designations, is a REALTOR® of the Year (Lake Cities Association of REALTORS®), and is a multi-year Five Star Real Estate Award and D Magazine award winner. Meet Jeanie · Google reviews
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