Master-planned community will have 13,270 homes
On Friday, February 20th, Minto Communities USA closed on a 3,170‑acre property in Waxahachie, Texas, where it will develop a 13,270‑home master‑planned community — set to become the largest residential and mixed‑use development in the region. Development is expected to begin in late 2026, followed by a multi‑year buildout.
Located in the southern Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, the community will sit west of Interstate 35E, south of FM 875, north of FM 1446, and east of Lone Elm Road. “Waxahachie offers exceptional connectivity to major interstates, medical facilities, local services, and area amenities. It also provides close proximity to Dallas, giving residents convenient access to one of the region’s major economic and cultural hubs,” said Minto Division President Dutch Neuweiler.
The Waxahachie City Council approved the project on January 28, 2026. “Over the past two years, Minto USA collaborated closely with city leadership to design a community rooted in best‑in‑class land planning while addressing the affordability challenges facing today’s homebuyers,” Neuweiler added. “Our plan includes a full spectrum of pricing and product types, allowing us to adapt to evolving market conditions while preserving the long‑term vision of a successful hometown community.”
A vision for a complete, highly amenitized community
The community will feature two distinct residential districts — an Active Adult neighborhood and a traditional community — supported by approximately 140 acres of mixed‑use development. Plans include 750 multifamily units and 1.2 million square feet of retail and commercial space.
The community’s scale and zoning flexibility allow Minto to deliver a diverse range of home designs, including single‑family homes, cottages, villas, townhomes, and apartments. Offerings will serve first‑time buyers, growing families, young professionals, and adults 55+ seeking an active lifestyle.
A robust amenity program will feature a town center and adventure park, multiple civic spaces and community services, 400 acres of parks and open space, an extensive trail and greenway network, and a middle school along with several elementary schools. “Minto USA is unique in that we own the land, develop the property, and ultimately build the homes,” said Neuweiler. “This integrated approach allows us to curate every aspect of the community experience. With decades of expertise in creating large‑scale, lifestyle‑focused communities, we are proud to establish our first Texas location in Waxahachie. This marks the beginning of our long‑term commitment to the state, as Minto is actively pursuing multiple large‑scale projects throughout Texas.”
Significant economic impact for Waxahachie
The development is projected to generate substantial fiscal and economic benefits for the city and its residents. The community is expected to contribute more than $42.2 million in annual revenue to the City of Waxahachie and create a real property tax base of $4.8 billion, generating $56 million annually for the Waxahachie Independent School District. Construction activity is projected to support an average of 2,080 jobs, while new businesses and resident spending are expected to create more than 7,500 permanent jobs over time.
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