D.R. Horton is one of the most active new construction builders in the Austin area, with over 650 active listings across communities spanning Austin, Georgetown, Leander, Pflugerville, Hutto, Round Rock, Kyle, Cedar Park, and more. Their homes range from 995 to 3,440 square feet with a median sale price around the mid-$270s, making them one of the more accessible entry points for new construction in the metro.
Some of the busiest D.R. Horton communities right now include Bar W Ranch, Southgrove, Highland Park, and Lively Ranch. If you're exploring new construction across the greater Austin area, D.R. Horton covers a lot of ground.
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About D.R. Horton
D.R. Horton is the largest homebuilder in the United States by volume, and their footprint in the Austin metro reflects that scale. With more than 13,000 homes in the MLS record across the region, they've played a defining role in the area's growth over the past two decades. As a production builder, D.R. Horton builds from a catalog of floor plans across planned communities, which lets them keep prices competitive while delivering a consistent product at scale.
For buyers, that production model has real advantages. You can tour model homes before committing, visit a design center to select finishes and upgrades, and move into a community that already has established amenities. The tradeoff is less customization compared to a custom builder, but D.R. Horton offers enough floor plan variety to work for a wide range of buyers.
Where D.R. Horton Builds in the Austin Area
D.R. Horton builds across the full Austin metro, from established suburbs to growing outer communities. Their strongest concentrations are in the northern and eastern corridors: Georgetown accounts for over 1,450 homes in the MLS, Leander over 1,250, Pflugerville over 1,060, and Austin proper more than 2,380. Hutto, Round Rock, Kyle, Cedar Park, and Manor all have substantial D.R. Horton inventories as well.
Communities with active D.R. Horton listings right now include:
Each D.R. Horton community tends to have its own mix of floor plans and price points, so it helps to narrow down by area based on where you want to be in the metro.
Price Range and Home Styles
D.R. Horton homes in the Austin area cover a wide spectrum. Based on MLS data from over 2,400 closed sales, the median sale price is around $277,680. Homes on the lower end are typically smaller entry-level floor plans, while the top of the range reaches $1,125,000 for larger homes in more premium communities. Most buyers targeting D.R. Horton are looking somewhere in the mid-$200s to mid-$400s, where the bulk of their inventory sits.
On the specs side, homes range from 995 to 3,440 square feet, with 2 to 6 bedrooms and 2 to 4 bathrooms. That spread reflects the variety of communities they serve across the metro, from compact starter homes in fast-growing suburban corridors to larger plans in more established neighborhoods.
What to Expect When Buying a D.R. Horton Home
Buying from D.R. Horton follows a fairly structured process. You'll visit a model home, select a floor plan and lot, then work with their team on upgrades and financing. D.R. Horton has its own mortgage company, DHI Mortgage, and they often offer incentives to use it, such as rate buydowns or closing cost assistance. You're free to use your own lender, but it's worth understanding what's on the table before making that call.
One thing worth knowing: D.R. Horton's on-site sales agents represent the builder, not you. Having an independent buyer's agent costs you nothing extra because the builder pays that commission. It means someone is in your corner reviewing the purchase contract, tracking your build timeline, and helping you navigate the upgrade process without upselling you on things you don't need. Neuhaus Realty Group works with new construction buyers across the Austin area and can accompany you from your first model home visit through closing.
From a build quality standpoint, D.R. Horton homes are consistent with other major national production builders. They're designed to be livable, efficiently built, and priced for the market. Upgrades through the design center can add cost quickly, so it's worth knowing ahead of time which options add resale value and which you can add yourself later for less.
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