Travis County
New homes in Austin, TX
New construction inside Austin is concentrated in the southeast (Easton Park, Goodnight Ranch, Bradshaw Crossing) and the Hill Country edge to the west, with shorter commutes to downtown and the airport.
We track 5 new-home communities in Austin from 12 builders, priced $300s–$700s. Buy with us and 65% of the buyer's agent fee comes back to you.
Austin new home communities
Builders in Austin
School districts
- Del Valle ISD: TEA D (68/100, 2025)
- Austin ISD: TEA B (81/100, 2026)
- Leander ISD: TEA B (87/100, 2026)
- Lake Travis ISD: TEA A (90/100, 2025)
What you could get back on a new Austin home
The builder pays the buyer's agent fee whether or not you bring an agent. We give 65% of it back to you as a design center credit or a lower price. Estimates assume a 3% fee; the actual fee depends on the builder, and any credit is subject to your lender's approval.
| Home price | Back to you |
|---|---|
| $300,000 | $5,850 |
| $500,000 | $9,750 |
| $700,000 | $13,650 |
Touring new homes in Austin? Register with us first
Most builders only pay a buyer's agent who is registered on your first visit to the sales office. Tell us where you plan to go and we'll handle the registration, so you keep your money back.
Buying new in Austin
Who builds new homes in Austin?
Builders we track in Austin include Highland Homes, David Weekley Homes, Perry Homes, Meritage Homes, Taylor Morrison, Brookfield Residential, Newmark Homes, Empire Homes, Lennar, Milestone Community Builders, Drees Custom Homes, Westin Homes.
Can I use a buyer's agent for a new home in Austin?
Yes. The builder pays the agent's fee, and with us 65% of it comes back to you. Register us before your first visit to any sales office.
What should I know about taxes on new homes in Austin?
Many new communities around Austin are in a MUD or PID, which adds to the property tax rate. We show you the total rate for each community so you can compare real monthly costs.