Frequently Asked Questions

We have many active communities across Texas:

Dallas–Fort Worth Metropolitan Area
– Harvest  — Northlake & Argyle
– Landmark — Denton (Opening Spring 2026)
– Lilyana — Celina 
– Pecan Square — Northlake
– Ramble — Celina (Opening Spring 2026)
– Treeline — Justin
– Union Park — Little Elm

Houston Metropolitan Area
– Legacy — League City
– Pomona — Manvel
– Valencia — Manvel

Austin / Central Texas / Hill Country
– Melina – Georgetown (Opening Spring 2027)
– Wolf Ranch — Georgetown

For the most up-to-date list of communities and what’s coming next, visit our Current Communities and Future Communities pages. We have also completed development on more than 100 communities which you can view on our Past Communities page.

HOA dues vary across communities based on factors like:
– Community amenities
– Lot size, lot location and home type
– County and school district
– PID/MUD or other special district structures
– Level of included maintenance 
– Lifestyle programming

For the most accurate and current HOA dues, we recommend reviewing the HOA pages on each community’s website and contacting the HOA management office for details.

Tax rates can vary significantly based on:
– County tax structures
– School district rates
– Municipal utility districts (MUDs) or Public Improvement Districts (PIDs)
– Special-purpose districts (hospital districts, community college districts, etc.)
– Specific lot placement within the community

Because this can differ even by neighborhood or lot, the best approach is to confirm the tax rate directly with your homebuilder sales representative based on your exact lot selection.

We design all of our communities with outdoor living and connected trails in mind, often incorporating:
– Greenbelts and natural corridors
– Trail systems
– Parks, play areas, and gathering greens
– Preserved natural features

Landmark in Denton is notable for its 1,100 acres of parks, trails, open green space and preserved old-growth forest.

Treeline in Justin is also a nature-inspired community, with a creek setting and the Lifestyle by Hillwood℠ approach supporting outdoor amenities.

Wolf Ranch in Georgetown serves as a picturesque gateway to the stunning natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Offering spectacular, sweeping views of the scenic San Gabriel River, Wolf Ranch offers residents direct access to an extensive network of trails.

Union Park in Little Elm is centered around a wooded 30-acre Central Park and has miles of greenbelts, trails, and green spaces spread throughout the community.

Landmark is our largest community spanning 3,200 acres with 6,000 single-family homes and 5 million square feet of mixed-use development planned.

In our land planning process, we ensure our neighborhoods are situated within reputable school districts and consistently strive to integrate on-site schools into our master plan. This allows students and families to bike or walk to school if desired.

Our Texas communities are in these school districts:
– Harvest: Argyle ISD and Northwest ISD
– Landmark: Denton ISD
– Legacy: Clear Creek ISD
– Liberty: Melissa ISD
– Lilyana: Celina ISD and Prosper ISD
– Melina: Georgetown ISD
– Pecan Square: Northwest ISD
– Pomona: Alvin ISD
– Ramble: Celina ISD
– Treeline: Northwest ISD
– Union Park: Denton ISD
– Valencia: Alvin ISD
– Wolf Ranch: Georgetown ISD

Buying a home is typically a safe, long-term investment. New construction homes in our communities tend to maintain value or appreciate for several reasons:
– Strategic locations near growing cities
– Desirable, well-maintained amenities
– Quality homes from esteemed builders
– Location in good school districts
– Strong neighborhood identity and lifestyle programming

Research indicates homes in planned communities often appreciate faster in strong economies and retain value better in slower ones. This is due in large part to phased development in master planned communities. Unlike a single-phase new home build, master-planned communities are built in stages over 10–20 years. Each new phase usually comes with a price increase from the developer, which naturally “lifts” the resale value of the homes in earlier phases. As the developer adds more features (e.g., a new pool, dog park, fitness center, or onsite school), the desirability of the entire neighborhood increases.

A resort-style living community is designed to feel like you’re on vacation — every day — with amenities that support recreation, wellness, and connection. 

Our communities typically include resort-style pools and many have a natural beach like entry, splash pad or waterpark feature, shallow lounge areas with seating, and integrated landscaping. Moreover, resort-style communities offer many additional features, including:
– Clubhouses and event spaces
– Fitness centers and wellness programming
– Pickleball, volleyball, and other outdoor sports courts
– Parks, trails, and outdoor recreation spaces
– Community events and lifestyle activities

We do not currently have any actively selling 55+ active adult communities, but we develop planned communities for residents of all ages and at different stages of life. Why wait until you’re 55 or older to benefit from a variety of organized activities, resort-style amenities, and community connections? 

Many Texas retirees call our communities home, as do young professionals and families. All residents can access their community’s amenities and participate in the activities, events, and clubs organized by the community’s lifestyle manager.

Residents at all our communities benefit from multigenerational living. Several extended families call our communities home, with grandparents, adult children, aunts, uncles, and grandchildren all within walking distance. 

We intentionally design planned communities to help connect all residents through:
– Our Lifestyle by Hillwood℠ placemaking approach to engagement, recreation, and interaction
– Community gathering spaces, trails, parks, and pools
– Seasonal festivals, clubs, and resident-led activities
– Amenity hubs designed for everyday interaction
– Close-knit neighborhoods with the ability to walk & bike to school

This approach supports connection not just through physical space, but also through consistent experiences that turn neighbors into friends.

Connection is one of the biggest reasons to live in a planned community. Community connection is no longer just a “nice-to-have” social luxury; it is now recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Surgeon General as a top-tier public health priority. For those navigating transitions—like moving to a new state—these connections serve as a vital “social safety net.”

Community connection supports:
– Faster social integration for Texas transplants
– Stronger emotional attachment to place
– Support networks for families and caregivers
– A better quality of life through shared experiences
– Improved resident satisfaction and long-term retention

Our Guiding Principles combined with our Lifestyle by Hillwood℠ approach create communities designed to go beyond just beautiful homes and desired amenities. Our brand of placemaking seeks to create a living environment where residents can build relationships through spontaneous interactions on the community’s sidewalks, at community gathering places, and by participating in the hundreds of lifestyle events throughout the year.