New Construction
Build the Home of Your Dreams
Advantages of New Home Construction
It’s a New House. Everything is new and not used.
- No need to worry about sinking money into fixing previous maintenance issues or wear and tear of a dated home.
- Create your own history and make it uniquely yours from the very beginning.
Move-in Ready for new inventory
- Price reduction and special incentives are common with “spec” homes that are ready to occupy,
- Quick closing process and cash toward closing is common.
Customizable for new builds
- You can either have total control over the layout or choose from options offered by the builder.
- You may be able to choose specific finishes or upgrade finishes from builder-grade materials.
- Rooms in new construction homes tend to be larger and brighter, with lots of natural light.
Modern layouts with energy efficient appliances, and smart tech.
- New smart appliances and home systems are more energy efficient.
- More efficient insulation and windows create buttoned up homes that are less expensive to heat and cool than older models.
- Wiring and consideration for today's technology make new builds convenient and efficient and up to date.
Discounts and incentives from builders
- Builders typically offer incentives and promotions that can make home buying less expensive.
- Assistance with paying for closing costs, mortgage buy-downs, and free or discounted upgrades are common.
New Construction Purchase Process
Engage with an Expert Real Estate Agent – like DGL Realty Group
- An agent who understands the process and knows the areas is extremely valuable to save time, money, and frustration.
- Be sure to register your agent with every builder you visit to ensure YOU are represented fully.
Determine what you want and where you want to locate – DGL Realty Group knows the area
- Home size, features, ready to move-in or build, location options – what is important in a new construction home for you.
- We can narrow your search and focus on what is most important to you. Austin has MANY great new neighborhoods.
Visit communities and speak with sales representatives – engage DGL Realty Group to get started
- Speaking with builders (sales reps) helps you evaluate their offerings, inventory, and pricing. Partnering with with YOUR DGL Realty Group Agent ensures you the best service and best deal.
- Developing a face-to-face relationship ensures your wants and needs are best communicated for the best outcome.
Tour model homes and inspect design options
- Check out the neighborhood. See homes, community amenities, proximity to services. Look into all things that make your search meaningful.
- Walk by new homes, visit homes under construction, tour model homes, and see homes already occupied for the best view of the neighborhood.
- Select from current inventory or consider lot locations for your new build and key design options.
Discounts and incentives from builders – DGL Realty Group negotiates for YOUR best deal
- Builders typically offer incentives and promotions that can make home buying less expensive.
- Assistance with paying for closing costs, mortgage buy-downs, and free or discounted upgrades are common.
New Construction Locations
Georgetown / Jarrell – only a sampling
- Highland Village > Century, Chesmar, GFO, Sitterle, Coventry, Richmond American > $300 – 400’s
- Nolina > Perry, Westin, Taylor Morrison, Chesmar > $300 – 600’s
- Parkside > Perry, Taylor Morrison, Coventry, Chesmar > $300 – 900’s
- Parmer Ranch > GFO, Empire, Westin, Coventry, Perry, Drees Custom, Sitterle, Ashton Woods, Pulte > $300 – 600’s
- Wolf Ranch > Pulte, Westin, TriPointe, David Weekley, Highland, Perry, Drees Custom, Coventry > $400 – 700’s
Leander / Liberty Hill – only a sampling!
- Palmera Ridge and Leander Estates > Coventry, Highland, Perry, David Weekley, Giddens, Scott Felder > $600 - $1M
- Traviso > Taylor Morrison, Toll Brothers > $600 – 1.3M
- Santa Rita Ranch > Perry, CastleRock, Chesmar, GFO, Pulte, Scott Felder, Taylor Morrison, Sitterle, Toll Brothers, Pulte, Westin, Highland > $300 – 1M
- Lariat > CastleRock, Chesmar, Ristwell, TriPointe, Ashton Woods, Perry, Highland, Coventry, Drees Custom > $300 – 700’s
Round Rock / Cedar Park
- Avery Centre > DR Horton, Pacesetter, Risewell, Century > $300 – 400’s
- Double Creek and Salerno > David Weekley, KB Home > $200 – 500’s
- Brush Creek and Hidden Creeks > Toll Brothers > $1M – 1.4M
Hutto / Taylor
- Emory Crossing > David Weekley Homes, Taylor Morrison > $200 – 300’s
- Flora > DRB Homes, Empire Homes, Highland Homes, Meritage Homes, TriPointe Homes, Westin Homes > $300-500’s
- Castlewood and Spring Creek > Dream Finders Homes, DRB Homes > $200 – 300’s
Pflugerville / Manor – only a sampling!
- Blackhawk > Capitol Communities, Chesmar, Scot Felder, GFO, Saratoga, Coventry > $400 – 600’s
- Trails at Carmel and Lisso > Ashton Woods, Taylor Morrison > $300 – 400’s
- Lagos Reserve > Ashton Woods, TriPointe, Pulte > $300’s
- Whisper Valley > GFO, Pacesetter, Richmond American, Terata > $200 – 400’s
Austin North
- Evelyn and Build on Your Lot > Trophy Signature, Century, David Weekley > $300 – 400’s
Lago Vista / Lake Travis
- Lakeside at Tessera > Saratoga, Toll Brothers, Westin > $300 – 500’s
New Construction Locations
Absolutely! The builder may have sales agents or an assistant that helps buyers through the process, but those people work for the builder. It’s always a good idea to have a professional advocating for you, and most builders will pay agents a commission for bringing the buyer. It’s important that your agent accompany you to the first visit to the model center or builders’ office so that representation is established
If you’re in the market for a new home, you should shop for your builder as carefully as you shop for your home and look for a reputable builder.
While production builders build communities by restricting design to a group of preselected home types on lots they have picked and purchased
themselves, custom builders tend to build on land owned by the customer and start fresh with each design.
Compare the builder's lender to at least 2-3 outside lenders. Builders often offer incentives (closing cost credits, rate buy-downs) for using their preferred lender, but outside lenders may have better rates. Get quotes from both and compare the total cost over the loan term.
New construction earnest money typically ranges from 1-5% of the purchase price, often due in stages: initial deposit at contract ($1,000-$5,000), then a larger amount at certain milestones. Builder contracts may have different refund terms than resale contracts, so review carefully.
Typical build times: production/tract homes take 4-8 months, semi-custom homes 6-12 months, and full custom homes 12-24 months.
Yes, it is highly recommended to hire an independent inspector for all three stages: foundation, framing (pre-drywall), and final walkthrough.
This is where you choose "lipstick" items like flooring, cabinets, and countertops, often costing ~10% of the base price in upgrades.
Yes, most builders provide a structural warranty (often 10 years) and a limited warranty on systems (1–2 years).
Builders rarely reduce base prices (to protect comparable values), but you can negotiate upgrades and options, closing cost contributions, lot premiums, and design center credits. In slower markets, builders may offer significant incentive packages. Your agent knows what's negotiable with each builder.