New Construction Communities Near Fort Worth: How They Compare

The short answer: most of the big new-home communities people search for as "Fort Worth" are actually suburbs in Denton County to the north, or communities on the far west and south edges of the city. They can look similar online, but the school district, the tax setup, the HOA and the drive to downtown Fort Worth are very different. This page sorts them out and links to a closer look at each one.

Everything below comes from developer and builder pages I read in September 2026. Builders change prices and inventory constantly, so use the numbers as a starting point and confirm them on the day you are ready to act. This is general information, not financial advice.

First, what "Fort Worth new construction" really means

Three different things get lumped together under that search:

  • Inside the City of Fort Worth. Walsh, on the west side along I-30, is one. The developer says it sits within the Fort Worth city limits, while the school district is Aledo ISD.

  • North of Fort Worth, in Haslet and Denton County. Wellington uses a Fort Worth address in Haslet and is in Northwest ISD. Pecan Square, Canyon Falls, Harvest and Furst Ranch are in the Northlake, Argyle and Flower Mound area of Denton County, with Northwest ISD or Argyle ISD depending on the community and the section.

  • South and northwest Fort Worth. Tavolo Park in south Fort Worth is in Crowley ISD, and Marine Creek Ranch in the 76179 area is in Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD, according to builder pages.

The communities, side by side

Walsh (west, along I-30)

A very large master plan of more than 7,200 acres, with the first 1,700 acres in development. The developer says homes currently start in the $400s, and it publishes HOA dues, PID and tax information openly. Aledo ISD. Read the Walsh guide.

Wellington (Haslet, north Fort Worth)

A Hanover community in Northwest ISD with a mix of lot sizes and several builders. One builder lists homes from the upper $300s, with move-in homes listed up to the mid-$600s, and another lists larger homes on bigger lots in the mid-$500s and up. Read the Wellington guide.

Pecan Square (Northlake)

A Hillwood community with a town-square feel, on-site elementary and middle schools in Northwest ISD, and detailed HOA and tax information posted by the developer. Read the Pecan Square guide.

Canyon Falls (Northlake, Flower Mound and Argyle)

A 1,199-acre Newland community with a 200-acre nature preserve and a school district that depends on which part of the community you are in. The community's FAQ puts prices from the $700s to $1 million and up. Read the Canyon Falls guide.

Furst Ranch (Flower Mound and Argyle)

A newer, large community with nine builders listed on its site and a wide price spread, in Argyle ISD. Read the Furst Ranch guide.

Harvest (Argyle and Northlake)

Hillwood's other community in the area, at about 1,200 acres and 4,000 or more homes at buildout, with Argyle ISD and Northwest ISD both listed by the developer. I have not confirmed current builder pricing, HOA or tax figures, so I am not publishing numbers for it yet. When I can verify them, Harvest gets its own guide.

Tavolo Park (south Fort Worth) and Marine Creek Ranch (northwest Fort Worth)

Two communities inside Fort Worth's footprint that show up often in searches. David Weekley lists Tavolo Park homes from $505,990 and describes its final phase as now selling, with Crowley ISD. First Texas Homes lists Marine Creek Ranch from $379,950 in Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. These are single-builder snapshots, so check current pricing.

Questions that actually separate these communities

  • Which school district is the home actually in? Some communities span more than one district. Confirm by exact address with the district, not from a marketing map.

  • What is the true monthly cost? Compare HOA dues, any PID or MUD assessments, and the combined tax rate. Developers post these at different levels of detail, and a lower price can come with a higher tax rate.

  • What is the drive? Only Pecan Square's developer gives a Fort Worth drive time in its own words, at about 30 minutes. For everything else, test the drive at the hours you would actually make it.

  • Which builders, and what can you negotiate? See my guide to buying new construction in Fort Worth.

  • Is it still being built around you? Large communities mean years of construction, and amenities and retail can arrive on a schedule that is not yours.

My take

New construction can be a great fit, but the name on the sign matters less than the boring details: the school district, the tax rate, the HOA and how the builder handles the contract. I would rather help you compare two or three communities on those details than send you a list of 20. If you are also weighing older neighborhoods, see where to live in Fort Worth.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best new construction communities near Fort Worth?

It depends on your budget, your commute and the school district you want. The communities above are the larger ones with the most verifiable information, but "best" changes with the buyer.

Are these communities in Fort Worth?

Some are and some are not. Walsh is within Fort Worth city limits according to its developer. Pecan Square, Canyon Falls, Harvest and Furst Ranch are in Denton County suburbs.

Should I bring my own agent to a builder's sales office?

Generally, yes, and it is best to do it on your first visit. The sales representative works for the builder. I cover this in my new construction guide.

Want help comparing communities?

If you are looking at new construction, book a time to talk and tell me your budget, your commute and your must-haves. I will tell you which of these are worth a visit and which are not.

Sources: developer and builder pages including walshtx.com, pecansquarebyhillwood.com, canyonfallstx.com, furstranch.com, harvestbyhillwood.com, hanoverproperty.com, and builder pages from American Legend, GFO Home, David Weekley and First Texas Homes, read September 2026. Prices and inventory change often.