From Belton and Temple to Killeen, Bryan, and College Station, these are some of the best new home communities in Central Texas for every lifestyle and budget. This guide is designed to help you compare new home communities in Central Texas so you can feel confident in your decision.
| If you're looking for... | Consider... |
|---|---|
| Outdoor recreation | Three Creeks |
| Resort-style amenities | Turnbo Ranch or Southern Pointe |
| Top value | Hillside Village or Pleasant Hill |
| Quick Fort Hood commute | Wildwood Estates or Turnbo Ranch |
| Academy ISD | Hartrick Ranch |
| Belton ISD | Three Creeks, Hills of Westwood, Lakewood Ranch East, North Point |
| Healthcare access | Hillside Village or Hartrick Ranch |
| Near Texas A&M | Southern Pointe or Pleasant Hill |
🍎 Belton ISD
💧 Stillhouse Hollow Lake, Lampasas River Access
🌳 5+ Miles of Trails
Three Creeks is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. This community has private access to the Lampasas River, is 1 minute to Stillhouse Hollow Lake, and is near the popular Chalk Ridge Falls waterfall hike. With 5+ miles of private walking trails, plus a community pavilion and fire pit, Three Creeks makes it easy to embrace an active, nature-filled lifestyle every day.
🍎 Killeen ISD
💧 Community Pools, Pond, Splash Pad coming soon
🌳 Miles of Trails, Hill Country Views, Soccer Fields and more
📍Proximity to Fort Hood
Turnbo Ranch combines exceptional value with an unmatched lineup of resort-style amenities. Residents will enjoy multiple community pools, scenic walking trails, a pond, clubhouse, sports courts, playgrounds, and more - all designed to help you make the most of life at home. Conveniently located near Fort Hood and within easy reach of Austin, Turnbo Ranch offers the perfect balance of recreation, convenience, and everyday comfort.
🍎 Killeen ISD
🌳 Walking Trails
🚗 Convenience
📍Proximity to Fort Hood
Wildwood Estates offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and everyday convenience. Ideally located between FM 439 and Interstate 14, this community provides one of the shortest commutes to Fort Hood. Spacious homesites with no backyard neighbors and available three-car garages give homeowners the room and privacy they desire - all in a peaceful Nolanville setting.
🍎 Academy ISD
🌳 Playground
🚗 Convenience
Hartrick Ranch is the one of the only new home communities in Academy ISD, giving families access to the district's unique 4 day school week with optional Bee Camp on Fridays. Nestled in a peaceful Temple setting, the community is still just minutes from both Belton and Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, the VA Hospital, and all your favorite stores: HEB, Walmart, Sam's Club, Ulta, HomeGoods, Marshalls, Hobby Lobby and more. With quick access to Interstate 14, Hartrick Ranch offers the perfect balance of a quiet neighborhood and an easy commute.
🍎 Belton ISD
💧 Community Pool
🌳 Playground, Soccer Fields, and Walking Trails
If location is at the top of your wish list, Lakewood Ranch East is hard to beat. Located in West Temple near Lake Belton, it provides easy access to everything both Belton and Temple has to offer. Residents enjoy a resort-style pool, playground, and the convenience of an on-site elementary school. The quick access to popular conveniences such as Walmart, HEB, and local restaurants cannot be beat. With its location and sought-after amenities, it's easy to see why Lakewood Ranch East continues to be one of the area's most popular communities.
🍎 Belton ISD
💧 Community Pool
🌳 Playground, Proximity to Crossroads Park
Hills of Westwood offers one of the best values in Central Texas, combining sought-after Belton ISD with lower Temple property taxes. Ideally located in West Temple just off Old Waco Road, residents enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, and entertainment in both West Temple and Downtown Belton. The community features a newly renovated pool and playground. Now entering its final phase, Hills of Westwood offers a limited opportunity to own a new home in one of the area's most established and desirable communities.
🍎 Temple ISD
🚑 VA Hospital and Baylor Scott & White
No down payment required and no mortgage insurance - it's easy to qualify!
Hillside Village offers exceptional value in the heart of Temple. Located directly across from Sampson-Howard Elementary, residents can enjoy the convenience of walking to school each day. Just three miles from Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and the VA Hospital, the community also provides an easy commute to two of the area's largest employers. During the summer, nearby Lions Junction Family Water Park offers a fun place to cool off, while quick access to Loop 363, Highway 95, Old Highway 95, and Highway 93 makes getting around Temple simple and convenient.
🍎 Belton ISD
🚗 Convenience
If you're looking for an affordable new home with an unbeatable location, North Point is worth a closer look. Conveniently located off FM 317 in West Temple, the community provides easy access to Belton, major employers, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences while remaining within Belton ISD. North Point feeds into Burrell Elementary, North Belton Middle School, and the popular Lake Belton High School. Being the most affordable community in this area, North Point makes it easier than ever to own a new home in Central Texas.
🍎 College Station ISD
💧 Community Pool, Pond, Splash Pad
🌳 Trails, Pickleball Courts, Pet Parks, and more
Life feels a little more like a vacation at Southern Pointe. From the resort-style pool and splash pad to pickleball courts, dog park, playground, walking trails, and a scenic pond, the community is designed to help you make the most of life at home. Located off Highway 6 with a very short commute to Texas A&M University, this community also offers quick access to Houston and the Aggie Expressway. Southern Pointe is one of the most desirable communities in College Station and is in closeout, so don't miss your chance to make it your home!
🍎 Bryan ISD
💧 Community Pool
🌳 Pavilion, Walking Trails
Pleasant Hill offers the best of Aggieland living. Residents enjoy a community pool, pavilion, scenic walking trails, and homesites on a greenbelt while nearby Lake Bryan provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Conveniently located just minutes from Highway 6, the community offers easy access to Texas A&M University, Downtown Bryan, College Station, shopping, dining, and major employers throughout the Brazos Valley. In Pleasant Hill, Aggieland has never been more affordable!
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The best community depends on your priorities. Three Creeks is ideal for outdoor recreation, Turnbo Ranch offers resort-style amenities, Hillside Village is convenient to major healthcare employers, and Southern Pointe provides one of the most amenity-rich lifestyles in the Bryan-College Station area.
Turnbo Ranch and Southern Pointe offer some of the most extensive amenity packages, including pools, walking trails, playgrounds, sports courts, dog parks, and more.
Three Creeks, Lakewood Ranch, Hills of Westwood, and North Point are all served by Belton ISD.
Wildwood Estates and Turnbo Ranch offer convenient access to Fort Hood, making them excellent choices for military personnel and civilian employees.
Hillside Village and Hartrick Ranch both offer short commutes to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and the VA Hospital in Temple.
Southern Pointe and Pleasant Hill both provide convenient access to Texas A&M University and the greater Bryan-College Station area. Turnbo Ranch is near the Texas A&M University Central Texas campus.
Three Creeks is a standout for outdoor enthusiasts with private access to the Lampasas River, Stillhouse Hollow Lake nearby, Chalk Ridge Falls, and more than 5 miles of private walking trails. Turnbo Ranch and Southern Pointe offer many amenities built for life outdoors.
Yes! A recent report from Zonda Economics found that new homes priced below $300,000 account for just 14.2% of new home sales nationwide, however 60% of Omega communities offer homes starting under $300,000.
Lakewood Ranch East, Hills of Westwood, Turnbo Ranch, Southern Pointe, and Pleasant Hill all feature community pools, with Turnbo Ranch and Southern Pointe offering additional resort-style amenities.