Buy a New Home in Justin, Texas

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Custom Homes

Custom homes tend to be the most expensive in the market and involve years of planning, special financing, and permits to complete. Most custom homebuyers work directly with architects, home builders, and designers. Some buyers may work with a real estate agent to buy land to start the process on their own.

Custom homes take longer to build and buyers have many choices to make when it comes to design styles, materials, finishes, and more. Building a custom home is a large time commitment for buyers, involving coordination of contractors and overseeing each phase of construction.

New Construction

Planned communities like Treeline offer new construction homes which include ready-to-build options where a buyer chooses a lot, floor plan, style & finish options, then signs a purchase agreement. Next, a home builder breaks ground and constructs the home.

Treeline also offers move-in ready homes, which are builders’ inventory homes that are either already completed or under construction and offered for sale. We always recommend that homebuyers work with a real estate agent to help with everything from locating new construction homes to contract negotiations with builders.

Existing Homes

The Town of Justin, where our new home community is located, has a population of 5,892 residents as of 2023, and is growing at a rate of 5 – 7% annually .

Most homes in Justin are pre-owned and may have had multiple owners since construction, so they are more likely to need renovations and repairs. Buying an existing home can be more difficult with fewer financing options available when compared to a new home. Most homebuyers rely on a licensed real estate agent for showings, placing offers, and more.

Fort Worth’s real estate market is highly competitive due to an influx of buyers moving to DFW in recent years. Southern Denton County and North Fort Worth are rapidly growing with an influx of business relocations and new commercial development. There is limited existing home inventory and an increased demand from homebuyers.

This, and other factors, make buying a pre-owned home difficult, to say the least. From selling your current home and timing the real estate market, to packing, moving, and enrolling in new schools, this all adds up to be quite a bit to navigate in a short period of time. Simply put, the process for buying a new construction home is typically much easier and less stressful than buying a pre-owned home. Find out more differences below and discuss the following with your real estate agent.

New construction home

Drawbacks of Buying an Existing Home*

  • Pre-owned home inventory remains lower than average so North Texas is still experiencing a seller’s market. Many buyers are finding it difficult to buy a home if they don’t move quickly, particularly in highly desirable neighborhoods. Buyers who can make all cash offers or buy a home “as is” have a competitive advantage.
  • Older existing homes tend to be less energy efficient because they don’t include the latest technology in insulation, HVAC systems, and windows.
  • Maintenance costs will be higher for existing homes due to their aging components and the wear and tear they have experienced.
  • Even with a home inspection, there’s always a risk of discovering hidden problems like mold, foundation issues, or pest infestations after you move in.
  • Existing homes may have more compartmentalized layouts with smaller rooms, which don’t align with today’s modern preferences for open-concept living.
  • If presented with multiple offers, a contract with unconventional financing (like an FHA loan) is unlikely to be accepted in today’s market.

Benefits of Buying a New Construction Home*

  • The price of a new home is final and locked in, making financial planning easier.
  • New home builders have preferred lenders with special financing packages that can either deliver a lower interest rate, cash towards closing, or other lucrative incentives.
  • Less cash is needed up front to purchase a new construction home, as unconventional loans require less money down.
  • A new home doesn’t require an inspection, although buyers can ask for an inspection and/or walk through of their new home before purchase.
  • Working with a real estate agent for a new construction home can deliver benefits in the final contract including certain concessions being secured from the home builder.
  • A new construction home will include the most up-to-date construction methods and materials which means it will have the latest energy efficiency innovations, newest appliances, and reflect the most current design trends.
  • Everything in the home is new and under warranty! In the unlikely event an item in your home needs repair, it will most likely be covered by your home warranty. Most warranties will cover major repairs for 5 to 10 years.