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Families and corporations alike are moving to North Texas to enjoy the family-friendly communities and business-friendly environment. Value for the money spent is one of thebig draws to this area and one that motivates families and businesses to stay. Homes thatreflect superior craftmanship and quality of materials in neighborhoods offering unrivaledamenities make each community one of unique distinction.——————————————
COMMUNITIES WE LOVE
Aspen Oaks
Bella Terra
The Bluffs at Heritage
Bourland Oaks
Bridgewood
Canterbury Hills
Carillon
Carillon Estates
Churchill Downs
Clariden Ranch
Danbury Parks
The Enclave
Estes Park
Glenwick Farms
Harmonson Farms
Hogans Glen
The Knoll
Luxe Ests
The Manors At Waterford
Monticello
Oakmont Hills
Shady Hollow Estates
Shady Oaks
Southern Hills
Spyglass Hill Estates
Thornbury
Timarron
Turnberry
Tuscany
Vaquero
Warrick Parc
Westwyck Hills
Whittier Heights
Wildwood
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A Wonderful PlaceC O M M U N I T Y S P O T L I G H TCarillon is one of the most beautiful and luxurious residential communities in theMetroplex. Uniquely designed and carefully planned, Carillon provides residentswith a diversity of luxury homes from maintenance-free Villa Homes to magnificentEstate Residences. Spectacular entry monuments, winding accent walls, boulevardsand walks in unique paver patterns and wrought iron adornments are the glue thatbring together and guide one throughout the Carillon neighborhoods. >>
B U I L D E R S P O T L I G H TThe Estate Series by Gehan Homes is dedicated to designing and building highlycustomizable, luxury residences in carefully selected communities. The series was builtby implementing the latest architectural innovations, offering uniquely personalized designs and providing a superior and professional buying experience. With 25 years of homebuilding expertise, Gehan Homes takes tremendous pride in longstanding relationships with top architects, trusted contractors and highly-skilled artisans. >>
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The perfect home starts with the perfect piece of property. Whether you envision a largecustom estate or you prefer a secluded getaway nestled among the trees, North Texas hasit all. A welcoming home should offer comfort along with privacy and safety for your family.Yes, your house is important, but the location and proximity to amenities should also beconsidered. Feel just as comfortable with your neighborhood as you do with your house.
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BUILDERS WE LOVE
Ashton Woods Homes
Atrium Fine Homes
Atwood Custom Homes
Belclaire Homes
Browning Custom Homes
Calais Custom Homes
Drees Custom Homes
Estate Series by Gehan Homes
Harrell Custom Homes
Heritage Custom Homes
K. Hovnanian Homes
Larry Stewart Custom Homes
Maykus Custom Homes
Mitcham Custom Homes
Monterey Homes
Monument Custom Homes
Patrick Custom Homes
Renaissance Homes
Simmons Estate Homes
Skinner Custom Homes
Southgate Homes
Standard Pacific Homes
Starwood Custom Homes
Stonebrook Homebuilders
Toll Brothers
Tresor Custom Homes
Windsor Homes
V. Patrick Gray Custom Homes
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A WelcomingHome
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If you are purchasing a brand new home from a builder,know what your upgrades are versus standard amenitieswhen looking at homes. And while all of the communityamenities are nice, be aware of any home owners’ association (HOA) dues that are normally associatedwith these neighborhood perks. The more upscale theneighborhood is and the more amenities it has thehigher the fees are likely to be.
In the last four decades, the number of amenities incorporated into homes and within theirsurrounding communities has increased exponentially.What really matters for consumers today is the overallexperience a home and the community offers to theirfamily. These amenities ultimately cater to the changing ways we live.
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AMENITIES WE LOVE
Benches
Community center
Courtyards
Day spa
Easy access to freeways
Entertainment opportunities
Fishing
Fitness center
Fountains
Gardens
Gated communities
Gazebos
Golf course
Greenbelts
Infinity-edge pools
Jacuzzi spas and saunas
Onsite maintenance
Lakes and ponds
Landscaped lawns
Large lot size
Luxurious clubhouse
Outdoor fireplaces
Outdoor kitchens
Outstanding schools
Parks and trails
Pavilions
Playgrounds
Shopping and dining closeby
Sport courts
Swim pavilion
Tennis courts
Tree preserves
Unobstructed views
Water features
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