Jeff Dewese, senior vice president of The Signorelli Company’s land division, said investment in public spaces is integral for a long-lasting community.

Following the acquisition of a 205-acre tract in Needville late last year, M/I Homes announced it will build a 400-home community called Wild Oak.

For this final phase, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes and Westin Homes will build on lots ranging from 45 to 60 feet wide.

Affordability challenges continue to bedevil homebuyers, despite mortgage rates falling to a three-year low, the National Association of Home Builders reported. 

The builder’s offerings at Meridiana will range from 1,412 to 2,842 square feet with three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and two-car garages, with flex space options available.

Construction is underway on a new amenity complex at The Trails, Castle Hill Partners’ master-planned community in New Caney.

Lots in the 740-acre gated section of the master-planned community are reserved for residents aged 55 and older.

The builder is offering one- and two-story homes for 40- and 60-foot lots. Floor plans feature three to four bedrooms, 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms and two- or three-car garages.

Autograph Homes will offer single-family homes and attached trios of townhomes, with plans to open sales next spring; while Hamlet Luxury Homes, an independent franchise of AR Homes, will offer semi-custom single-family homes for 85-foot lots.

The project includes five street-level live-work units with storefront visibility, allowing residents to operate businesses from their homes.

Cadence Creek Kingwood’s 220 residences will be reserved for residents aged 55 or older, with one- or two-bedroom apartments and cottage homes available.

Located along The Woodlands Waterway, the 268-unit project features 49 floor plans, including studios, three-bedroom apartments, two-story townhomes and penthouses.

The builder is offering eight one- and two-story floor plans ranging from 2,172 to 3,264 square feet with three to four bedrooms and two- or three-car garages.

The project features 26 private-entry, four-floor townhome units ranging from 2,800 to 3,400 square feet with oversized windows, tall ceilings and rooftop terraces.

Westin Homes will also open a model for a 50-foot lot before the end of the year.

Offerings range from 1,615 to 2,336 square feet with one or two stories, three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and two-car garages.