A massive new residential development is coming to Waxahachie, Texas, and it could reshape the area’s future growth. Minto Communities USA has purchased more than 3,100 acres of land for a master-planned project that will eventually include over 13,000 homes, making it one of the largest residential developments in North Texas history. According to project details approved by the Waxahachie City Council, construction is expected to begin later this year.
The 3,170-acre property will be transformed into a mixed-use community featuring housing, commercial space, schools, parks, and recreational areas. Once complete, the project will become the largest residential and mixed-use development in the Waxahachie region, reflecting the continued population boom south of Dallas.
A Full-Scale Community With Thousands of Homes
The development is designed to accommodate a wide range of residents, with multiple housing types planned throughout the property. The residential portion will include single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, villas, and cottages. According to the project proposal approved by Waxahachie officials, the plan also includes two major residential districts totaling approximately 1,400 multifamily units, including a traditional apartment community and an active adult neighborhood designed for older residents.
This diversity of housing options reflects current development trends across the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, where demand continues to grow for both traditional family housing and multifamily living options.
In addition to residential housing, the development will include approximately 1.2 million square feet of commercial space spread across roughly 140 acres. This commercial component is expected to bring retail, services, and business opportunities directly into the community, allowing residents to live, work, and shop in the same area.
Parks, Schools, and Recreation Planned for Residents
Beyond housing and commercial space, the project is designed to function as a complete community. Plans include a central town center, civic spaces, and an adventure park, as well as approximately 400 acres dedicated to parks and open space.
The development will also include a trail and greenway network designed to connect neighborhoods and recreational areas. These types of features have become increasingly important in modern master-planned communities, offering outdoor access and improving overall quality of life.
Education infrastructure is also part of the project. Plans call for a new middle school and multiple elementary schools to serve families moving into the area. Including schools within the development helps accommodate population growth while reducing travel distances for students and parents.
Strategic Location Near Major Highways
The site is located west of Interstate 35E, east of Lone Elm Road, north of FM 1446, and south of FM 875. The area also has access to major transportation routes including U.S. Highways 287 and 77, providing convenient connections to surrounding communities and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth region.
Downtown Dallas is located approximately 30 miles north, making Waxahachie an increasingly attractive location for commuters seeking more affordable housing and larger residential spaces outside the urban core.
The project’s location along major transportation corridors is expected to support continued population growth in the area while providing access to jobs throughout the Metroplex.
Part of a Larger Growth Trend Across North Texas
This development comes at a time when the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area continues to lead the nation in housing construction. According to multifamily housing data, the Metroplex delivered more than 40,000 apartment units in 2025 alone, ranking first nationally. Despite a slight slowdown in new construction starts compared to previous years, nearly 49,000 apartment units remain under construction across the region.
The broader Sun Belt region, which includes Texas, Florida, and other southern states, has seen continued population growth and housing demand. In 2025, the top 10 Sun Belt markets delivered more than 218,000 new housing units combined, reflecting the ongoing migration of residents into these regions.
While construction starts declined compared to previous peak years, demand for housing remains strong due to population growth, job expansion, and affordability compared to other parts of the country.
Waxahachie Positioned for Major Expansion
The scale of the Minto Communities project highlights Waxahachie’s growing importance as a residential hub within the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As development spreads south from Dallas, communities like Waxahachie are becoming key locations for large master-planned neighborhoods.
Projects of this size typically take years to complete, but once finished, they can significantly reshape local economies, increase property values, and attract new businesses.
For Waxahachie, the new development represents both opportunity and transformation. With thousands of new homes, expanded infrastructure, and major commercial investment on the way, the city is poised to become one of the fastest-growing areas in North Texas.
As construction begins later this year, the project will mark the start of a major new chapter for Waxahachie and the surrounding region.