Matt Stephens

Key takeaways European-inspired “castle house” at 728 Crestbend Drive in Houston’s Rivercrest Estates was listed in June for $4.59 million. The 7,116-square-foot Robert Dame-designed home stands out for its turret-style architecture, outdoor chess garden, custom millwork and luxury amenities. This 3-acre estate offers rare multiacre privacy inside Houston city limits, a selling point that listing agent Nancy Almodovar says has drawn early buyer interest.

Key takeaways Johnson Development broke ground on Cole Ranch, a 3,100-acre master-planned community in Denton, Texas, with plans for 4,365 homes. The project will preserve 1,200 acres of green space while adding trails, schools, commercial space and amenities. Developer expects some homes to be available by late 2027 as Denton continues to see population and job growth. Johnson Development has a history of turning generational Texas ranch property into large-scale single-family communities.

Key takeaways Rosewood Residences Turtle Creek is near completion, with 33 homes priced from $3.5 million to $20 million within walking distance of Rosewood’s flagship Dallas hotel. Developer One Turtle Creek says the project is Rosewood’s first stand-alone residential tower in Texas and could be Dallas’ first stand-alone branded residence of any kind.