1. D.R. Horton<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 8,688<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 19.5 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n With more than double the market share of their closet competitor, D.R. Horton is a significant player in Big D. Given their history, it makes sense \u2014 D.R. Horton was founded in Fort Worth in 1978.<\/p>\n\n\n\n D.R. has delivered nearly a million homes to buyers since its inception and is active in 45 out of the top 50 markets in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n Some of D.R. Horton\u2019s Texas offerings include Los Altos<\/a>, a single-family community located at 3322 Conroe Street in Dallas. Sizes for these homes range from 1,546 to 2,221 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n In Arlington, you\u2019ll find Rockingham Estates<\/a> at 7503 Longbow Lane. This is another single-family community made up of 143 homes. There are floor plans with three, four and five bedrooms, depending on the model.<\/p>\n\n\n As for Fort Worth, check out Northstar<\/a> at 3069 Northstar Parkway. This is a master-planned community with homes ranging from 1,659 to 2,463 square feet. Residents will enjoy a full-featured indoor amenity center with game rooms and the event space, as well as multiple pools, playgrounds, and a soccer field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Lennar<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 3,441<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 7.7 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lennar has 48 communities in the Metroplex, so there\u2019s plenty to choose from. From Azle to Pilot Point, Lennar has single-family neighborhoods, master-planned, and 55-plus communities throughout the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Buyers can explore Kings Ridge<\/a> in the quiet community of Denton. The city of Denton is about 40 minutes northwest of Fort Worth and can be easily accessed via the 35-W.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kings Ridge offers single-family and NextGen homes \u2014 the NextGen<\/a> line by Lennar features homes with a private suite and separate entry, making it a great option for multigenerational living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to be located directly in Fort Worth, check out Northpointe.<\/a> It\u2019s a master-planned community made up of five unique home collections: Watermill, Cottage, Classic, Brookstone, and Lonestar. Amenities at Northpointe include a swimming pool and splash park, picnic areas, a playground and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For 55-plus buyers in Arlington, Lennar has created Elements at Viridian.<\/a> This is part of a master-planned community near Lake Viridian for active adults. Onsite amenities include a swimming pool and a private clubhouse. There\u2019s also multiple golf courses and parks nearby, and Dallas is only a short 20-minute drive away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Bloomfield Homes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 2,118<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 4.8 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bloomfield Homes has several communities throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth and Arlington metros.<\/p>\n\n\n If you\u2019re looking to live close to Dallas, check out Arcadia Trails<\/a> in Balch Springs about 20 minutes southeast of downtown. Homes range from three to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Arcadia Trails is located minutes from amenities such as Valley Creek Park, Mesquite Championship Rodeo, Devil’s Bowl Speedway and Lake Ray Hubbard. The community will feature a pool, pool house, and a playground, plus several city parks around Mesquite and Balch Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n If you\u2019d like to live in Fort Worth, Copper Creek<\/a> is a great option. This community is in north Fort Worth at 8724 Landergin Mesa Drive. It\u2019s the perfect spot to live for commuters, with quick access to Loop 820, I-35W and Highway 287.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Floor plans at Copper Creek range from 1,840 to 3,269 square feet. Homeowners can enjoy playgrounds, sports courts, an amenity center with a swimming pool and splash pool, two miles of walking trails winding through the community, as well as covered seating areas for outdoor entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n South of Arlington, buyers will find Triple Diamond Ranch<\/a> in the city of Mansfield. Floor plans range from three to six bedrooms with two to four baths. Depending on the floor plan, square footage runs between 2,235 and 4,070.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Surrounding area attractions near Triple Diamond Ranch include Joe Pool Lake, Six Flags Over Texas, several major sports teams, and plenty of museums to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. Highland Homes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 2,068<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 4.6 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Highland Homes is a builder based in Plano, TX, and their presence is felt throughout the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to be in the Dallas metro, try Solterra<\/a> in Mesquite, just 11 miles from downtown Dallas. Solterra is a master-planned community at the crossroads of four major highways: I-30, I-635, I-20, and US Route 80.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Solterra will have an eight-acre amenity center with multiple pools including a beach entry lagoon. There will also be community fishing ponds, a fitness center, pickleball courts, and 15 miles of hike and bike trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Walsh<\/a> is located east of Fort Worth, only 12 minutes from the heart of the city. Walsh offers a focus on nature, fitness, and world-class technology. Neighborhood amenities include an athletic club, pools, wood shop, and a high-end market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Front yard maintenance and dedicated 2 GB internet speed are provided by the HOA. Walsh is zoned to the highly acclaimed Aledo independent school district and has a new onsite elementary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n M3 Ranch<\/a> is a master-planned community south of Arlington in Mansfield. M3 Ranch stretches out over 900 acres, and this community offers renowned school districts, a resort-styled amenity center with a pool, miles of hike and bike trails, and a multitude of parks and playgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5. Green Brick Partners<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 2,027<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 4.5 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Green Brick Partners is another builder based in Plano, TX, and it\u2019s very active in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n If you\u2019re looking for options in Fort Worth, try Ventana.<\/a> This community has views of Benbrook Lake and Downtown Fort Worth, and amenities include a community pool and a shady 2,500-square-foot pavilion. Meet the neighbors at community sponsored events and or spend the weekends enjoying the parks and trails.<\/p>\n\n\n You\u2019ll find Merion at Midland Park<\/a> at 8120 Bromley Drive in Dallas. This is a single-family community featuring 97 homes. Sizes range from 1,689 to 2,399 square feet. Amenities include an infinity edge pool, dog park, grilling area, guest parking, a fire pit, cabanas, and lots of green spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n South of Arlington, buyers can check out Prairie Ridge<\/a>. It\u2019s a family-friendly neighborhood located between Mansfield and Midlothian. Prairie Ridge is a master-planned community with a fishing pond, a resort-style pool with cabanas, a large playground, clubhouse, and lots more still to be announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 6. PulteGroup<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 1,726<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 3.9 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n PulteGroup builds in several locations in Texas, including Dallas-Fort Worth and Arlington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tenison Village<\/a> is a single-family community at 7549 Donnelly Avenue. This gated community contains 104 homes with sizes ranging from 1,698 to 2,449 square feet. Tenison Village is located just six miles from downtown Dallas with easy access to I-635E, I-35E, Loop 12, and Hwy 75. Just a short drive away are the Dallas Arboretum and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tenison Village features Pulte\u2019s Life Tested consumer-inspired floor plans, with features that were inspired by feedback from their customers, such as entryways maximized for space and storage. You can learn more about the program here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n For potential buyers looking in Fort Worth, check out Ridgeview Farms<\/a>. Conveniently located in Fort Worth near US 287 and I-35W, Ridgeview Farms is perfect for a growing family. There are seven Life Tested\u00ae new home designs to choose from, and homeowners can enjoy flexible living spaces and open island kitchens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n South of Arlington in Midlothian, Pulte has created Westside Preserve.<\/a> There are seven floor plans available, with three to five bedrooms and two to four bathrooms, depending on the style. Resort-style amenities are scheduled to be released soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 7. Ashton Woods<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 1,368<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 3.1 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ashton Woods was named the 2023 Builder of the Year by Builder Online<\/a>. The builder is largely active in the southeast portion of the country but can also be found in Texas and Arizona.<\/p>\n\n\n Similar to PulteGroup, you can also find Ashton Woods homes in Tenison Village<\/a> in Dallas at 4600 Samuell Boulevard. Ashton Wood\u2019s offerings are single-family homes with three to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms, depending on the floor plan. Sizes range from 1,633 to 2,570 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to be near Fort Worth or Arlington, look into City Point.<\/a> This community is located in North Richland Hills with easy access to Grapevine Highway, TX-183, I-820 and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perfect for families, City Point is zoned in the top-rated Birdville independent school district. Future community amenities include a resort-style pool, abundant green spaces, and parks. Ashton Woods will offer a new product line of bungalows and urban homes with two-car garages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Northwest of Fort Worth is Willow Springs<\/a>. This community is within the Northwest independent school district, which is ranked in the top 15 percent of all school districts in Texas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Willow Springs features new residential homes in both single-story and two-story designs on sites with fenced and private back yards. Previously a golf course, this new home community re-imagines the area with 47 acres of open green spaces, hike and bike trails, splash pad, cabana, playground, and plenty of additional features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8. First Texas Homes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 1,196<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 2.7 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Anna to Wylie and all points in between, you can find First Texas Homes everywhere in the Lone Star state, but here are a few of the notable communities in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Arlington areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Llano Springs<\/a> is in Fort Worth at 8555 Meadow Sweet Lane. Located in southwest Fort Worth, residents can enjoy lots of greenbelt and a large swimming pool with an adjacent clubhouse. Floor plans come with three to five bedrooms and two to four bathrooms, depending on the model. Sizes range from 1,817 to 4,302 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For suburban life only 40 minutes away from downtown Dallas, seek out The Villages of Hurricane Creek<\/a> in Anna. This community will have a prime location in a key area of suburban growth, excellent onsite amenities, and the highly ranked Anna independent school district make it well-suited for families and those looking to escape the hustle of city life, yet still being close enough for an easy commute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 40 minutes north of Arlington is Valencia<\/a> in Corinth. This neighborhood was voted one of the best out of the top ten cities in North Texas. Corinth is considered the hidden jewel of the lake area, and residents will find Lake Lewisville only minutes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Valencia has plenty of nearby amenities, including shopping and dining options, green belt for exploring nature or walking the dog, and schools of every level from elementary to college. North Texas University and Texas Women’s University are less than 15 minutes north of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 9. LGI Homes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 1,186<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 2.7 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n LGI is another Texas-based builder on this list, with the builder based in Spring. LGI Homes has a wealth of offerings in the Metroplex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re looking LGI homes based in Fort Worth, try Logan Square<\/a> at 1444 Harvester Drive. Every home at Logan Square comes with the designer-selected finishes and interior features included with LGI Homes\u2019 CompleteHome package. A full suite of stainless steel, Whirlpool appliances, granite countertops, luxury vinyl-plank flooring, a Wi-Fi-enabled garage door opener and fully fenced backyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just southeast of Dallas in the city of Ferris, buyers will find Shaw Creek Ranch<\/a>. This is a family-friendly community with five different floor plans to choose from. Homes contain three to four bedrooms and two bathrooms, depending on the model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Amenities include a community park with a splash pad, a children\u2019s playground, a basketball court, walking trails, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n South of Arlington in Venus, LGI has created Patriot Estates<\/a>. This community is located off Highway 67 near Highway 287 and I-35 near Midlothian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Patriot Estates offers a variety of three to five-bedroom homes with two to two-and-a-half baths. Similar to Logan Square, every LGI home at Patriot Estates features LGI Homes’ CompleteHome\u2122 package. Buyers will find granite countertops, Whirlpool appliances 36″ wood cabinets with crown molding, recessed kitchen lighting, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10. Meritage Homes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 closings: 1,083<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 market share: 2.4 percent<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meritage Homes is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and they have a small but mighty presence in Texas, with 26 communities scattered throughout the Metroplex.<\/p>\n\n\n Ventana<\/a> is located just minutes from downtown Fort Worth. This single-family community has homes with three, four, or five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms, depending on the model. Sizes range from 1,659 to 3,100 square feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Amenities include a swimming pool, playground, BBQ grills, a park and plenty of trails to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n North of Arlington in Corinth, Meritage has built the Ashford Park \u2013 Texana Series<\/a>. This is a single-family community with homes ranging from 2,077 to 3,978 square feet. 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