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Quick Update on the Lagoon at Windsong Ranch! Wow!

Mar1

The Lagoon at Windsong Ranch is well underway! The last time I saw this it was all undeveloped land with some water and that was only like 8 months ago.

Windsong Ranch is a huge master planned development in Prosper. Many new builders have purchased lots due to the success like Shaddock Homes, Huntington Homes, Toll Brothers and Mainvue.

The Lagoon is 5 acres and is going to be the first of its kind with 3 white sand beaches with kayak rentals. It’s truly an amazing amenity that no other development around here can compare to.

There is a viewing platform where I filmed from that would blow anyone away seeing this in person.

Who wouldn’t want to live in a community with a Lagoon?

For more info on the builders in Windsong Ranch and the incredible Lagoon, text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

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BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

American Legend Homes at The Grove in Frisco have 5 Inventory ready for Immediate Move-in!

Aug25

American Legend Homes at The Grove in Frisco currently has 11 inventory homes and 5 are ready for immediate move-in!

American Legend Homes is one of the couple builders I put in the consumers favorite choice awards. Usually they never have inventory. Also their build job choices are never their popular plans because so many other buyers have already built them.

Their available homes are in both the 55 wide lots section and the 65 foot wide section. And also there has been a very nice price drop and they are still offering a $15,000 buyer incentive!

Their looks are very unique and even without the sign in front of the house you can tell it’s an American Legend!

They do a great job on their unique features on the elevations of the houses.

One home I would like to highlight is a home that is ready for move in today and a true one-story!

This home is in the 65 foot wide lot section and is 4 bedroom, 3.5 baths and 2,811 square feet! It also includes a dining room, office and media room! That’s very hard to find in a one-story.

Currently it’s listed at $599,000 and has a large outdoor covered patio with sliding glass doors.

I also found out something very special regarding the trees in The Grove.

The video above shows that the trees in The Grove are much larger than you will see in any other new home development. Everywhere, each street has trees double the size that is normally placed by developers.

I found out the developer has an actual GROVE of trees on the land he owns on Custer and they are taking them and replanting them in the neighborhood! VERY COOL!

For more on The Grove builders or American Legend Homes call or text Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Introducing Perry Homes at Lilyana in Prosper ISD

Aug5

Perry Homes has just put up their sales trailer and are starting Pre-sales at Lilyana.

Adding to Lilyanas list of luxury builders there is Perry Homes, Highland Homes, David Weekley Homes, Village Builders and American Legend Homes.

Lilyana is a huge masterplanned development and still in its first phase.

“But Brad, why would I buy in Lilyana vs. Mustang Lakes?”

Good question. When comparing the two on the “PID/MUD” issue, Lilyana is only a PID, so in the long run it will go away.

As for Mustang Lakes, they have a MUD and that stays attached to the house forever.

Enough about PID/MUD talk, Perry Homes is from Houston and has started building here in DFW under the Britton Homes name and now bringing in Perry Homes.

Perry has over 300 floorplans that you can build, which is absolutely a crazy feat just to make it through them.

Perry Homes has inventory homes already planned and are building in the 60 foot wide lots with David Weekley. In the 50’s you have Highland and Village Builders and in the 74’s you have American Legend and Village Builders.

All 5 builders are top notch quality and that will make for an absolutely gorgeous community.

Side note: American Legend has a 3,400 square foot 1 story model that is laid out so well for one floor. See below.

“Lilyana has a lot going on with the amount of builders so feel free to call or text Brad Holden at (469)733-2723 for a tour of the development or a sit down discussing all the builders options.”

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

The Grove in Frisco is full of Amenities.

Aug4

The Grove at Frisco has opened to pre-sales for American Legend Homes, Highland Homes, Southgate Homes and Drees Homes.

But for now, the amenities there really stand out and are going to have a big impact on The Grove. Above is a padded turf area inside the Orchard House which is the Amenity Center for the development.

The Orchard House is a modern farmhouse with a cafe and bakery, Fitness Center, Meeting Room, Great Lawn with Pavillion and Playground, Pools and a splash pad.

The pools are really cool as a step down separates the two by a waterfall! There is also connected grills for parties and gatherings at the pool.

On top of the amenity Center, the city of Frisco has 8 acres planned in the Grove for a city park. The playgrounds are nature inspired and really adds a beautiful touch replacing the normal green metal structures.

Add in above a very large dog park and below with a perfect kiddie size soccer field.

Current plans are 25 acres of open space including 5 parks! In the city park area plans are also for a catch and release lake.

The developer did a great job making sure that the Grove will definitely have outdoor amenities that every other community lacks.

They are actually also constructing a “Hammock Park” which is seen below and is a really cool feature you do not see in luxury communities in Frisco.

There will be 4.5 miles with even more planned.

Builders

All 4 builders are selling a lot!

Above is an updated list that the developer passed along to me, but it changes every day and every hour.

There is one home complete that I REALLY like a lot!

This Highland Home is a 4 bedroom, 3 full baths and 2 half baths. It’s 4,116 square feet.

What I really like is the media room is off the kitchen living room on the FIRST FLOOR! It’s smart and very functional!

There is a beautiful planning desk strategically placed in the hallway going to the master bedroom. The kitchen has a gorgeous waterfall island and the Master Bedroom has a huge extension.

It’s definitely a great home and ready today. It is priced at $758,525, but you will be SHOCKED at what their bottom line is! Call me if you have any interest at taking a look.

American Legend has these two above that are also ready to go as well!

For more on the Grove at Frisco or Highland Homes, American Legend Homes, Southgate Homes or Drees Homes text or call Brad Holden at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Major Price Decreases at Prairie View in Frisco as Highland Homes and David Weekley Homes Close-out!

Aug1

Highland Homes and David Weekley Homes begin Close-out at Prairie View in Frisco.

David Weekley, Highland and American Legend Homes currently build at Prairie View.

Highland has 7 Inventory homes left with 5 available lots.

Highland Homes has discounted their inventory homes from $6,000 up to $22,000!

David Weekley has 5 inventory homes and has taken $25,000 off 3 that range from complete to being ready end of August and September.

Purchasing a new home in the low $400’s in Frisco is very hard to find, but can be done today at Prairie View. And possibly UNDER $400k if you let me negotiate the opportunity and take advantage of my rebate!

American Legend has 6 inventory homes currently and will be taking the remaining Highland and David Weekley lots in the last phase.

They currently offer a $20,000 incentive for new buyers if you choose a lot and plan to build.

“For more on David Weekley Homes and Highland Homes at Prairie View in Frisco, text or call Brad Holden at (469)733-2723.”

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

SECRET and GATED Parkside development in Prosper might be best find in 2018!

Jul9

I see a lot of new developments and I can clearly see a difference on if the developer is spending money to do it right, and Parkside at Prosper is 100% one of those communities and the best kept secret in Prosper.

Parkside is not too big or even too small! It’s a total of 161 lots with 4 of the best Builders in DFW: American Legend, Highland, Drees and Huntington.

As you head North on Coit you might miss it like I have before. Huge mature trees line Coit and then an opening appears with a smaller than normal development sign Parkside.

Nothing wrong with this at all because clearly, Parkside residents know what they have and don’t want to let everyone know!

Only the 4th gated community in Prosper and pretty centrally located within the city.

Why Parkside matters?

The topography of Parkside is unlike many neighborhoods in DFW. It’s not flat land but has hills, parks, trails that really gave my drive through a welcoming feel.

The two ponds in the middle are such a nice touch to be a focal point and I’m pretty sure will create community. Something that most new home developments lack for the past decade.

Lot sizes. American Legend and Highland homes start off at 80 foot wide lots and 135 foot deep. And they are the lower end options!

Larger lots in a community not only make visual appeal better but help keep value up as well.

Then bringing in Drees Homes in the 90 foot wide homesites and Huntington at the 100 foot and 150 foot wide sites, you just can’t go wrong.

Along the northern border in red, there are even 1/2 acre homesites to be claimed.

The HOA is around $1,600 a year due to gates, ponds and maintaining the beautiful green areas which is normal.

But there was one think that blew me away here. It was the Drees Plan Model called the Elmsdale.

Drees did a WHOLE LOT OF RIGHT on this model! Exterior is gorgeous with a swing garage.

Its a wow factor opening the large door to a sightline to the backyard patio.

Staircase curved with beautiful colors of plates. Something I have never seen was a laundry room like this.

From the location, built in cabinets, island with room for sitting and folding, space for extra fridge, connecting to master closet and location for doggie bath, I would put this laundry room up against ANY builders in DFW.

I never thought a laundry room could blow me away like this.

The Lucurious Kitchen has cabinets galore and even has a prep room where you can hide all your large appliances but have easy access to them when in need!

Beautiful 2 story family with beams and Juliet balcony.

Master bath set up nicely with freestanding tub, double spouts on the shower and to die for closets.

Upstairs includes 3 rooms with 3 baths and media/gameroom side by side.

I was leaving and thought if this plan had an extra bedroom down, and what do you know, It was tucked back practically unseen throughout the first floor, but there.

Also, the outside had a pool bath that was extra large and only a foot to outside for guests. Brilliant.

Yes, I was pretty blown away at Parkside in Prosper with only 161 lots, Gated and 4 top builders, but I’m pretty sure you would be too!

For more on Parkside in Prosper or American Legend Homes, Highland Homes, Drees Homes or Huntington Homes text or call Brad Holden today at (469)733-2723. And don’t forget to ask about how I can contribute my own commission to help you out on closing costs or additional upgrades!

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

The Grove in Frisco with American Legend, Southgate, Drees and Highland has a Grand Opening on June 23rd at 10:00am!

Jun18

The Grove in Frisco plans to have their Grand Opening on June 23rd at 10:00am. They will have presentations in each models then finish at the amenity Center with music and food.

But in the mean time, here is where American Legend, Southgate and Highland Homes are at as of today.

AMERICAN LEGEND HOMES

American Legend is building on both the 55 foot wide lots and the 65 foot wide lots.

They start in the 55’s at 2,078 square feet at $456,990 and go up to 3,395 Square Feet starting at $549,990.

Build jobs they are allowing a $20,000 incentive for upgrades.

They currently have 4 Inventory homes seen above, one available in June, and the other three in August. Text or call me at (469)733-2723 for the bottom line numbers on the specs.

In the 65 foot wide lots, American Legend offers 2,829 square feet for $552,990 up to 3,672 at $632,990.

There is also 4 Inventory homes in the 65’s ranging from $612,230 up to $682,665. One available in August, one in October and two in September.

SOUTHGATE HOMES

Southgate Homes is ultra luxury! I absolutely love their plans and design. You can tell the difference when you walk other models that Southgate uses the best materials and has the best design.

Southgate is building in the 65 foot wide lots and the 74 foot wide lots. In the 65’s, as of today, they start at 2,739 square feet at $569,000 up to 3,980 at $679,990

Southgate Homes has 10 specs coming and should be available October through the December range. Currently you can take $40,000 off any spec here, and that only the beginning. Call or text me today.

DREES HOMES

Drees Homes should be moved in today and pricing and plans following soon.

HIGHLAND HOMES

Highland Homes is one of my favorites from a quality and finish out aspect. They have always treated my clients fairly when issues arise and have the best floor plans I feel in DFW.

Highland currently have 4 specs and I can tell you know that these prices will change of you are my client since I am very familiar with how Highland Homes does business especially in Frisco!

TEXT OR CALL BRAD HOLDEN AT (469)733-2723 TODAY FOR BOTTOM LINE PRICING AT THE GROVE IN FRISCO REGARDING THE BUILDERS AMERICAN LEGEND HOMES, HIGHLAND HOMES OR SOUTHGATE HOMES.

And don’t forget to ask about splitting my commission if you become a client of mine. $10,000 EXTRA will help you extensively on a new build!

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Star Trail in Prosper has its Grand Opening with Highland Homes, Toll Brothers, Britton Homes, American Legend and Coventry Homes.

Jun16

Star Trail in Prosper has been MANY years in the making but is finally here. The Developer, Blue Star Land, a company owned by Jerry and Gene Jones family of the Dallas Cowboys Football team, purchased the property about 20 years ago.

Star Trail is strategically located in Prosper less than a mile of the Dallas North Tollroad extension that is still under construction. There is a tremendous amount of retail coming on Highway 380 and the North Dallas Tollroad such as Frisco North, the Matthews Southwest tract and right down 380 is the Gates of Prosper.

Star Trails entry is absolutely gorgeous. They left it completely open and have a large man made pond to the left with fountains. Drive about a 300 feet and in front of you is the 5 acre Star Trail Amenity Center. Here you will find a community clubhouse with party rooms, large outdoor lounge area with TVs, three pools including a stunning pool, leisure pool and a children’s pool.

There are also two party pavilions complete with grills and outdoor dining tables, a one acre children’s play park with picnic tables and two lighted tennis courts seen below.

Star Trails is split up in four different homesite sections. They are 56 foot wide, 65 foot wide, 76 foot wide and 86 foot wide.

Starting in the 76 foot Lots is Britton Homes and Toll Brothers Homes.

Britton Homes

Britton Homes is fairly new to DFW, but clearly not new to new Home construction!

Britton should appeal to the ultra modern style buyer. They have exceptional floor plans that are unique and use top of the line materials for a lasting build.

They currently have two homes that should be ready next month and possibly earlier. Call or text me for bottom line pricing or how I can help you get the best deal!

Toll Brothers Homes

Toll Brothers brings the typical Toll Brothers ultra luxury to Star Trail and starts it off with a brand new plan called the Valen.

The Valen is their model plan is a very unique layout, but it works! A courtyard is carved out in the middle with a beautiful flowing wall fountain.

Toll Brothers currently has 4 Inventory homes ranging from around 4,400 square feet up to 4,800 square feet that are slated to be completed by August 2018. See below.

On the 86 foot wide lots there is Coventry Homes and Highland Homes.

Coventry Homes

Coventry Homes has been around a long time here in DFW and they are definitely the “bang for your buck,” option.

They currently also have 4 Inventory homes that 2 are ready NOW and the other two next month. All 4 are pictured below:

Absolutely beautiful and ready for a buyer today! They range from 3,100 square feet up to 4,346 square feet.

Text or call me today for a showing or if you have any questions on what the bottom line prices should be for a specific home.

Highland Homes

Highland brings their top of the line quality and design to Star Trail. Their model is a one story and as you can see from above is a monster!

Highland has 5 inventory homes in the works, 2 Ready now, 2 Ready in July and one in September. See below.

Three are pictured below:

I have sold many Highlands and if you are interested text or call me today at (469)733-2723 to get the best overall deal even if you have a home to sell.

I will continue with the smaller lots and builders like Highland Homes and American Legend later this week.

For more on Star Trail in Prosper, Highland Homes, Britton Homes, Toll Brothers Homes or Coventry Homes text or call me today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

Shaddock Homes at Melton Ridge in Stonebridge Ranch has a one-story on a cul-de-sac Ready Today!

Jun9

In Stonebridge Ranch at Melton Ridge, Shaddock Homes has a beautiful one-story plan read for immediate move in! (Stonebridge Ranch in McKinney is the closest thing to a resort in all of DFW!)

Stunning wall in appeal with wide hallways. The sight lines are absolutely on point. It consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 Bath and study all at 2,405 square feet.

Large open dining/living area with beautiful hand scraped white oak flooring and a 24′ long covered patio. Master suite has free standing soaking tub and his – and – hers closets.

My favorite part is that it’s nestled on a cul-de-sac and is North Facing a beautiful green belt with large mature trees.

Shaddock also has the inventory home on Brunswick that is the model Home and will be one of the most private locations in the development.

Shaddock’s best selling floor plan and you can see why below on how the excellent flow and perfect layout of this 3,600 square foot home called the 4440.

American Legend Homes also builds in Melton Ridge and they have 5 Inventory homes projected to be ready from now until August.

American Legend does also build a fantastic home but compared to Shaddock it looks like they are $15k to $20k higher. Which isn’t that much higher for what is included.

For more on Melton Ridge or either Shaddock Homes or American Legend Homes, text or call Brad Holden today at (469) 733-2723. And don’t forget to ask about Frisco’s #1 Move Up program and our High-End Listing Services!

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER

The Grove in Frisco Playground Update

May10

The Grove has started the playgrounds and what a unique idea. Taking a more natural look that I’ve actually never seen before.

Being a father, I appreciate the uniqueness and wood aspect in the design. There is a carpenter that I saw putting it together by hand! Very cool!

The Grove has also loaded the community with extremely mature trees. Normally developers go with smaller trees, but clearly they are doing it right!

For more on the Grove in Frisco or any of the luxury builders like Highland Homes, Southgate Homes, Drees Homes or American Legend Homes call or text me today at (469)733-2723.

BRAD HOLDEN – HOLDEN NEW HOMES – LICENSED TEXAS REAL ESTATE BROKER