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Brookwood in Georgetown honored at ceremony with contribution to build residential community for special needs adults
GEORGETOWN, Texas – (December 18, 2025) – After successfully entering the final phases of its award-winning master-planned community, Wolf Ranch, Hillwood Communities broke ground on Melina by Hillwood. Located near University Boulevard and Texas State Highway 130, approximately 200 acres was acquired from the Bost Family earlier in the year for the developer’s second master-planned community in the Georgetown area.
With about 840 homesites, Melina will be valued at approximately $500 million at full buildout expected in 2032. Grand opening to first residents will take place in spring 2027.
The initial phase of approximately 440 homesites will have lots that range in size from 40 to 50 feet in width. Homes will be priced from the $400s to the $600s.
Derived from the Greek word for “honey,” the name of the master-planned community, Melina, pays homage to Williamson County’s agricultural heritage and to the honey once produced on the land.
“With the groundbreaking at Melina, we’re making tremendous progress towards welcoming families to our second master-planned community in the Georgetown area,” said Duke Kerrigan, General Manager of Hillwood Communities in Austin. “Like at Wolf Ranch, we’ll have best-in-class amenities and offer an environment where families can truly thrive”
In addition to a pollinator garden and 20 acres of open space, there will be miles of trails and three scenic lakes. The outdoor amenity center will feature a resort-style pool, cabanas, covered pavilion, playscape, open-play field and sports courts.
Students living in Melina will attend schools within Georgetown ISD.
At the groundbreaking ceremony, Kerrigan presented a donation to Brookwood in Georgetown (BiG) to support building homes for special needs adults. A nonprofit, BiG provides vocational and residential opportunities for adults with disabilities with a mission to change the way the world views this population.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Hillwood Communities to bring more than 440 homes to Georgetown,” said Jeff Stinson, SVP of Land for Highland Homes. “Hillwood consistently delivers exceptional master-planned communities, and this development will be no exception—with access to top-rated schools, well designed amenities, and a vision grounded in long-term quality and livability. We are honored to help shape this land into a place future homeowners will be proud to call home.”
About Hillwood
Hillwood, a Perot company, is a premier commercial and residential real estate developer, investor and advisor of properties throughout North America and Europe. With a diverse portfolio of properties and home to many of the world’s leading companies, Hillwood is committed to bringing long-term value to our customers, partners and the communities we serve.
Through its Communities division, Hillwood has delivered 50,000 single-family lots in master-planned communities across 13 states and Costa Rica. These communities continue to raise the bar in terms of quality, innovation, and the unmistakable sense of community that sets each property apart. Before laying the physical groundwork for any new residential development, Hillwood Communities takes the time to focus on the ideals that draw people together — and the everyday interactions that strengthen those bonds. By purposefully designing trails, gathering spaces, and structural amenities to spark spontaneous encounters and foster shared interests, Hillwood Communities believes in the power of community. For more information, please visit www.hillwoodcommunities.com.
