Moving to Montgomery TX? 7 Communities Buyers Should Know About
Montgomery, Texas has changed a lot.
Not too long ago, buyers primarily associated the area with small-town living, acreage, and Lake Conroe.
Today?
You can still find all of that—but Montgomery has also become one of the most interesting areas for new construction homes in Montgomery County.
When relocation buyers call me about moving north of Houston, they often start with The Woodlands or Conroe. Once we begin comparing what their budget can buy, Montgomery frequently enters the conversation.
And there isn’t one single “best” neighborhood.
Some buyers want resort-style amenities.
Others want a larger lot.
Some prioritize schools.
Others simply want the most house they can get for their budget.
So rather than ranking these from #1 to #7, here are seven Montgomery TX communities I believe buyers should know about in 2026.
Important: Prices, builder inventory, incentives, amenities, and school attendance zones can change. The ranges below are approximate as of 2026, and buyers should verify current school assignments directly with Montgomery ISD or the applicable district before purchasing.
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1. Two Step Farm — Best for the Full Master-Planned Lifestyle
If you want a community that feels different the moment you drive in, Two Step Farm should be high on your list.
This is a major new master-planned community near FM 1488 and Fish Creek Thoroughfare with plans for more than 4,000 homes.
And buyers have a LOT of builders to choose from.
Current builders include Autograph Homes, Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, DSLD Homes, Highland Homes, Partners in Building, Perry Homes, and Pulte Homes. Homes span roughly 1,400 to 6,000 square feet, with community pricing ranging from the mid-$300s to more than $1 million.
That’s a huge range.
It means someone shopping in the $300s can potentially consider the same overall community as a buyer searching for a large luxury home.
What Makes Two Step Farm Stand Out?
The developers leaned heavily into a Texas-inspired lifestyle.
Amenities include gathering spaces, green areas, trails through preserved forest, the Goat Barn, Two Step Hall, The Grazery and other community-focused spaces.
Current School Zoning
Two Step Farm currently lists:
- Keenan Elementary
- Oak Hills Junior High
- Lake Creek High School
All are within Montgomery ISD.
Best for: Buyers who want a large, brand-new master-planned community with numerous builders, price points, and amenities.
2. Berryknoll — Best for Buyers Wanting Bigger Homesites
This is one I’d watch if your wish list says:
“New construction…but please give me some space.”
Berryknoll M/I Homes is being developed by M/I Homes and offers something increasingly difficult to find in new communities: 70-foot, 100-foot, and even acre homesites.
Homes currently start around the upper $400s/$500s, with plans approximately 2,242 to 3,744 square feet. Current inventory can climb into the $600s and beyond depending on the home and homesite.
Amenities
Berryknoll plans include:
- Pickleball
- Nature trails
- Pavilion
- Playground
- Ponds and amenity lakes
- Picnic and gathering areas
It’s a different proposition from a neighborhood filled with smaller suburban lots.
Best for: Buyers wanting new construction with more outdoor space and larger homesites near Montgomery and Lake Conroe.
3. Briarley — Best for Upscale New Construction
Briarley is one of the newer communities I’d put on the radar of buyers with a larger budget.
Homes are being built on 60- to 80-foot homesites, with pricing generally beginning around the $500s. Current community inventory spans roughly $500,000 into the $900,000 range depending on builder, plan, and homesite.
The builder lineup is impressive:
- Chesmar Homes
- David Weekley Homes
- Highland Homes
- J. Patrick Homes
- Perry Homes
What Do You Get?
Briarley is planned around a more upscale, spacious feel with trails, green space, lakes and gathering areas.
It’s also located behind Montgomery High School and roughly 10 minutes from Lake Conroe.
Current School Zoning
The community currently lists:
- Montgomery Elementary
- Oak Hills Junior High
- Montgomery High School
Best for: Buyers who want premium builders, larger homesites and an upscale new construction environment without moving directly onto Lake Conroe.
4. Clopton Farms — Best Balance of New Construction & Amenities
I’ve toured Clopton Farms myself, including both a one-story and two-story Tri Pointe model.
What I like about this community is the balance.
You’re getting newer homes without sacrificing the neighborhood experience.
Tri Pointe currently lists homes from the $370s, ranging approximately from 2,125 to 3,796 square feet with three to five bedrooms.
Amenities
The community includes or plans features such as:
- Resort-style pool
- Scenic trails
- Gathering and recreation areas
- Spacious homesites
Clopton Farms is served by Montgomery ISD, and buyers should verify the exact current attendance zone for a specific address before purchasing.
Best for: Buyers who want a newer home, modern farmhouse styling, community amenities and a price point that sits between entry-level new construction and higher-end communities.
5. Woodforest — Best for Established Amenities + New Homes
Woodforest is different from most communities on this list.
It isn’t brand-new.
And that’s actually one of its biggest advantages.
You can purchase newer construction while living in a community where many of the amenities, landscaping, shopping and infrastructure already exist.
Current new-home opportunities include Chesmar villas, Highland Homes townhomes and luxury custom builders such as Jeff Paul Custom Homes and Tipler Luxury Homes.
Current community inventory ranges tremendously—from around $300,000 for select new villas into the millions for custom homes.
Amenities Are the Big Story Here
Woodforest offers:
- More than 15 miles of trails
- 16 parks
- More than 700 acres dedicated to parks, recreation and open space
- Pools and water recreation
- Woodforest Golf Club
- Pine Market shopping and dining
- Community events
This is probably the strongest option on this list for someone who says:
“I want new construction, but I don’t want to wait 10 years for the community around me to be finished.”
One important consideration: school zoning within Woodforest can vary by section, including areas associated with Conroe ISD and Montgomery ISD, so verify the specific address.
Best for: Buyers prioritizing established amenities, shopping, trails, golf and a mature master-planned atmosphere.
6. Copia Pines — Best for Energy-Conscious Buyers
Beazer Homes Copia Pines is another newer Montgomery community that deserves attention.
Beazer Homes is currently building its 45-foot and 50-foot collections, with homes starting around $329,000 and plans ranging from approximately 1,512 to 3,177 square feet.
I’ve toured Beazer homes before, and energy efficiency is one of the builder’s biggest talking points.
Homes here include features such as spray-foam insulation, solar-ready construction and a standard 220V EV outlet.
Lifestyle
Copia Pines emphasizes a quieter setting with:
- Trails
- Lake/pond setting
- Outdoor recreation
- Convenient access to SH 105 and FM 1488 shopping
The community is within Montgomery ISD, with Keenan Elementary and Oak Hills Junior High nearby and Lake Creek High School a short drive away; buyers should confirm the assignment for their exact address.
Best for: Buyers interested in energy-efficient new construction and a quieter community atmosphere.
7. Lone Star Landing — Best for Affordability & Variety
If affordability is one of your biggest priorities, don’t skip Lone Star Landing.
Lone Star Landing M/I Homes offers one of the widest price spreads on this list.
M/I Homes currently advertises homes starting in the low $200s, with options extending into the $600s. Floor plans span approximately 1,061 to 3,863 square feet.
But here’s where it gets interesting.
There are multiple product types.
The Smart Series offers smaller 40- and 50-foot homesites and more affordable floor plans, while the Premier Collection includes larger homes—including options on half-acre homesites.
That means you can potentially stay within the same community while choosing between:
Affordability or more land and a larger home.
Lone Star Landing is currently within Montgomery ISD.
Best for: First-time buyers, relocation buyers watching their budget, or buyers wanting access to half-acre new construction without jumping immediately into luxury pricing.
Which Montgomery Community Would I Choose?
That’s the question everyone wants answered.
And I wouldn’t choose based on which neighborhood has the fanciest entrance.
I’d choose based on your priorities.
If you want the big master-planned experience with lots of builders, I’d start with Two Step Farm.
Want larger homesites? Look closely at Berryknoll.
Want something more upscale? Briarley deserves a tour.
Want a strong combination of price and amenities? Consider Clopton Farms.
Want established amenities and shopping already around you? Woodforest is hard to ignore.
Energy efficiency high on your list? Explore Copia Pines.
Trying to maximize affordability? Start with Lone Star Landing.
That’s why I rarely recommend that relocation buyers pick a neighborhood before visiting Montgomery.
What looks best online isn’t always what feels best once you’re actually standing there.
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What Should You Compare Before Choosing?
Don’t compare communities based only on the base price advertised on a builder’s website.
Look at the complete cost and lifestyle.
I recommend comparing:
- Home price after upgrades
- Lot premium
- Property tax rate
- HOA dues
- MUD or other assessments
- Builder incentives
- School zoning
- Commute
- Lot size
- Amenities
- Future development
- Distance to shopping and healthcare
A $400,000 home in one community can have a very different monthly cost from a $400,000 home somewhere else.
That’s where having someone help you compare the numbers—not just open model-home doors—can become valuable.
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On my Living in Conroe Texas YouTube channel, I tour new construction communities, model homes, neighborhoods and areas throughout Montgomery, Conroe, Lake Conroe, Willis, The Woodlands and North Houston.
I’ve already toured communities such as Clopton Farms and Copia Pines, and my goal is to show relocation buyers what the homes and neighborhoods actually look like—not simply repeat what’s written on a builder’s website.
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Quick Answers About Living in Montgomery TX
What are some of the best new construction communities in Montgomery TX?
Two Step Farm, Berryknoll, Briarley, Clopton Farms, Woodforest, Copia Pines and Lone Star Landing are seven communities worth comparing in 2026. The right choice depends on budget, lot size, amenities, schools and lifestyle.
How much do new homes in Montgomery TX cost?
There’s a surprisingly large range. Current builder pricing among these communities starts in the low $200s at Lone Star Landing and can exceed $1 million for larger or luxury homes in communities such as Two Step Farm and Woodforest.
Which Montgomery community has larger lots?
Berryknoll offers 70-foot, 100-foot and acre homesites, while Lone Star Landing offers half-acre homesites in its Premier Collection. Briarley features spacious 60- to 80-foot homesites.
Are these communities zoned to Montgomery ISD?
Many are, but buyers should never assume school zoning based solely on a Montgomery mailing address. Woodforest, in particular, can vary by section. Always verify the specific property with the school district before purchasing.
Ryan’s Local Insight
The biggest change I’m seeing around Montgomery is choice.
You no longer have to choose between a traditional subdivision and a rural property.
Now you can find everything from an affordable new home in the $200s to a half-acre property, an amenity-rich master-planned community, a larger-lot home, or a million-dollar custom build—all within the broader Montgomery area.
For relocation buyers, that’s great.
It also makes the search more complicated.
My recommendation is to narrow your search to three communities based on lifestyle first, then start comparing individual houses.
Otherwise, it’s very easy to spend an entire weekend walking through model homes and end up more confused than when you started.
Final Thoughts
So, what are the best neighborhoods in Montgomery TX in 2026?
There isn’t one winner.
That’s what makes Montgomery interesting.
Two Step Farm brings scale and amenities.
Berryknoll brings larger homesites.
Briarley targets the upscale buyer.
Clopton Farms offers a compelling balance of homes and amenities.
Woodforest gives you an established master-planned lifestyle.
Copia Pines emphasizes modern, energy-efficient construction.
And Lone Star Landing opens the door to more affordable new construction while still offering larger-home and half-acre options.
The best one is the community that fits the way you actually want to live.
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Ryan Givens REALTOR® eXp Realty
Helping relocation buyers make a smooth move to Montgomery, Conroe, Willis, Lake Conroe, The Woodlands, and the North Houston area.
