Best New Construction Communities in Atlanta Metro in 2026

New construction is booming across metro Atlanta, and in 2026, buyers have more options than ever. From affordable starter homes in the $350K range to luxury estates exceeding $1M, builders are active in nearly every corridor of the metro. The challenge isn't finding new construction. It's knowing which communities are worth your time, which builders deliver quality, and where you actually get the best value for your money.

I've toured dozens of new construction communities across the Atlanta metro this year. Below is a breakdown of the ones that stand out, organized by area, covering builders, price ranges, home types, amenities, and school districts. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a move-up family, or an investor looking at new inventory, this guide will help you narrow your search fast.

This is an October 2026 refresh of the guide, and several things changed since the September update. On the new side, Century Communities grand-opened Hayden Brook in North Forsyth on October 17; Toll Brothers opened its East Cobb single-family community Cameron Cove and is preparing Shallowford Pointe; Taylor Morrison added Wayt Farm in Cumming and Towson Village in Peachtree City; Stanley Martin opened Skylar directly on the BeltLine Southside Trail; and DRB Homes moved Hamilton Lakes into its long-planned Phase 2. On the closeout side, Toll Brothers sold out Nolyn Pointe in Chosewood Park, Smith Douglas finished Garrett Preserve in Hiram and moved Jones Ridge into final opportunities, and The Row 900 in Peoplestown started vertical construction. Those are now covered in the sold-out and closeout section at the bottom.

Prices reflect base pricing, published builder price lists, and quick-move-in inventory as of mid-October 2026. Incentives, lot premiums, and design center upgrades will affect final pricing, and builder pricing changes frequently. Always verify current availability and school assignments with the builder or your agent before touring.

South Forsyth County: The Premium Corridor

South Forsyth (Alpharetta, Cumming, Milton area) remains the highest-demand new construction corridor in metro Atlanta. The school districts, particularly Forsyth County Schools, are the primary draw, and builders know it. Expect to pay a premium, but you're buying into one of the top-performing school systems in the state. New communities continue to open, with Toll Brothers, John Wieland, David Weekley, Beazer, Peachtree Residential, Century Communities, and Taylor Morrison leading the activity in 2026. Beyond the detailed entries below, John Wieland's Sterling Pointe is selling from about $1.04M, Ashton Woods' boutique Sterling Crest runs from the $840s, Taylor Morrison's Alder Creek starts around $490K, and Meritage's Hemingway Reserve Series sits near $475K in the same corridor.

1. Settingdown Farms

• Builder: David Weekley Homes
• Price Range: From the mid-$620s – $750,000+ (current listed homes roughly $628K – $741K)
• Home Types: Single-family homes, 2,927 - 3,653 sq ft, 4-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Community pool and cabana, fishing lake, playground, walking trails, community center
• School District: Forsyth County, Daves Creek Elementary, South Forsyth High School
• What Makes It Stand Out: David Weekley brings their energy-efficient construction standards to this active Cumming community, now well over a year into sales with roughly 90 homes planned. Weekley's thoughtful floor plans and open layouts offer a more accessible price point in the South Forsyth corridor versus some of the premium luxury communities nearby, and quick move-ins are available for late 2026 closings.

2. The Crossing at Coal Mountain

• Builder: Toll Brothers
• Price Range: Cottonwood townhomes from $469,995; Haven townhomes from $499,995; Heartland single-family from $574,995; Magnolia single-family from $674,995
• Home Types: Heartland and Magnolia single-family collections, plus Cottonwood and Haven townhome collections and the newer Oakridge Elite with Loft townhome model
• Amenities: Resort-style amenity package, community green spaces, trails, future retail and dining planned
• School District: Forsyth County, Coal Mountain Elementary, North Forsyth High School
• What Makes It Stand Out: Toll Brothers grand opened the Heartland and Magnolia single-family collections in March 2026, then launched the Cottonwood and Haven townhome collections in July 2026. In September 2026 a new Oakridge Elite with Loft townhome model opened, and roughly 19 quick move-ins are available now. The master plan calls for about 440 homes across four collections, with additional single-family collections still to come.

3. Silverwood, John Wieland Section

• Builder: John Wieland Homes
• Price Range: From about $811,990 – $839,990, with quick move-ins up to roughly $955,000
• Home Types: Single-family luxury homes, 3,179 - 3,554 sq ft
• Amenities: Walking trails, Big Creek Greenway access, community green space
• School District: Forsyth County, Big Creek Elementary, South Forsyth High School
• What Makes It Stand Out: John Wieland continues to release homesites in this 92-home luxury enclave, with base plans from about $811,990 and premium quick move-ins passing $950,000. Premium finishes and larger floor plans set this community apart. The Pulte Homes section of Silverwood remains fully sold out.

4. Estates at Daves Creek

• Builder: Beazer Homes
• Price Range: From $1,100,990, with plan-specific starts like the Yonah from $1,150,990 and the Toccoa from $1,170,990
• Home Types: Gated luxury single-family, 3,579 - 5,554 sq ft, 4-7 bedrooms
• Amenities: Gated entry, oversized estate homesites, rooftop solar included on every home
• School District: Forsyth County Schools, South Forsyth cluster
• What Makes It Stand Out: Beazer is building out this gated community of about 30 luxury homes on roughly half-acre homesites in the Windermere corridor. Rooftop solar as a standard feature is a differentiator, and the community is selling steadily in the low-to-mid $1.1M range.

5. Hillshire

• Builder: Peachtree Residential
• Price Range: From the $600s per the builder, with current listings roughly $729K – $890K
• Home Types: Single-family homes, roughly 3,000 sq ft
• Amenities: Small-batch community layout, near Cumming City Center and Sawnee Mountain Park
• School District: Forsyth County Schools (confirm exact assignment with the district)
• What Makes It Stand Out: A limited run of about 20 single-family homes in Cumming from an established local builder. If you want the Forsyth County school advantage without the scale of a 400-home master plan, this is worth a look, and quick move-ins have been available through fall 2026.

6. Hayden Brook (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Century Communities
• Price Range: From the upper $600s (from $688,990)
• Home Types: Estate-style single-family, 2,987 - 3,829 sq ft, 4-6 bedrooms
• Amenities: Future pool, pavilion, and playground; 105 estate-sized homesites in three phases
• School District: Forsyth County, Coal Mountain Elementary, North Forsyth High School
• What Makes It Stand Out: The biggest new North Forsyth opening of the season. Century Communities grand-opened Hayden Brook on October 17, 2026 with estate-sized homesites and larger floor plans aimed at move-up families. If you want the North Forsyth school cluster with a fresh inventory of lots to choose from, this is one of the first places to tour.

7. Wayt Farm (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Taylor Morrison
• Price Range: From $854,990
• Home Types: Single-family homes, 3,123 - 3,908 sq ft, 4-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks, near Bethelview Road
• School District: Forsyth County, South Forsyth cluster
• What Makes It Stand Out: A smaller, roughly 50-home Taylor Morrison community on Bethelview Road that brings the builder's upgraded standard finishes to the South Forsyth corridor. It's priced a step above the area's mid-range product but below the top-tier estate communities, a good middle option for buyers who want Taylor Morrison quality without the master-plan scale.

East Cobb: Scarcity Drives Value

New construction in East Cobb is rare, most activity involves teardown-rebuilds on established lots rather than master-planned communities. When a new community does appear, it moves fast. Toll Brothers continues to build out East Cobb Walk (Emerald Collection townhomes now from the $470s, with the newer Sapphire Collection from the $540s), opened its single-family community Cameron Cove in mid-2026, and has Shallowford Pointe slated to begin sales in late 2026. Custom infill continues in established neighborhoods like Indian Hills.

8. Indian Hills Rebuilds

• Builder: Capital Design Homes, Dorri Homes, Al Donnon Builders, and other custom builders
• Price Range: Roughly $1M – $2.7M+ in 2026
• Home Types: Custom single-family (teardown-rebuild)
• Amenities: Access to Indian Hills country club, golf, swimming, tennis
• School District: Cobb County, Walton High School district
• What Makes It Stand Out: Both Capital Design Homes and Dorri Homes continue to build teardown-rebuilds in Indian Hills, including a new Dorri custom home on Clubland Trail listed near $2.7M in 2026, with several other new builds and build-ready lots active in the fall. Brand-new custom homes in one of East Cobb's most established neighborhoods, with Walton High School zoning. You get the new-build advantage without leaving the East Cobb community feel.

9. Toll Brothers, East Cobb Walk (Emerald and Sapphire Collections)

• Builder: Toll Brothers
• Price Range: Emerald Collection from about $475,000; Sapphire Collection from about $548,995, with quick move-ins up to roughly $614K
• Home Types: Three-story townhomes; Emerald at about 2,003 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Sapphire from 2,005 - 2,844 sq ft with 3-4 bedrooms; 2-car garages
• Amenities: Resort-style pool and cabana, low-maintenance living, walkable to East Cobb retail and dining
• School District: Cobb County, East Cobb school cluster
• What Makes It Stand Out: A rare new-construction townhome option in East Cobb from a premier national builder, selling since spring 2025 and now working through its final quick move-ins as of October 2026. The newer Sapphire Collection adds larger three- and four-bedroom plans. Toll Brothers brings their luxury finishes and design center flexibility to a lock-and-leave format that appeals to downsizers and professionals.

10. Cameron Cove (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Toll Brothers
• Price Range: From the upper $600s (roughly $630K – $690K)
• Home Types: Single-family homes, 3-5 bedrooms, up to about 3,366 sq ft
• Amenities: Pool, outdoor kitchen, playground, community green space
• School District: Cobb County, East Cobb school cluster
• What Makes It Stand Out: Toll Brothers' single-family answer in East Cobb, opened for sales in mid-2026 at Ross Road and Sandy Plains Road. New single-family construction in East Cobb is scarce, and this is one of the few detached options from a national builder. If you want East Cobb schools with a brand-new Toll Brothers home, this is the community to tour now.

Cherokee County: Value Meets Schools

Cherokee County (Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock) delivers strong school districts with more affordable new construction than Forsyth. Active builders are delivering homes across a wide price spectrum, from the $340s for townhomes up to the $700s for larger single-family homes. Beyond the three communities detailed below, 2026 brought a new wave of openings worth touring: Smith Douglas' Everton in Woodstock (from the $330s), Stanley Martin's Madison at Buice Lake in Acworth (from the $460s), Lennar's Hickory Bluffs in Canton (from the $410s), and Traton's Cherokee Township in Acworth (from the $360s).

11. Grandview Terrace

• Builder: David Weekley Homes
• Price Range: From $349,000, with available homes running roughly $349K – $426K
• Home Types: Gated two-story townhomes, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1,910 - 1,933 sq ft
• Amenities: Gated entry, community green space, low-maintenance living
• School District: Cherokee County, Hasty Elementary School
• What Makes It Stand Out: Now over a year into sales as a gated townhome community of 124 planned homes, this is David Weekley's first Atlanta-area community aimed at first-time buyers. Energy-efficient construction and thoughtful floor plans at a very accessible price point, an excellent option for first-time buyers and downsizers wanting new construction in Cherokee County.

12. The Bluffs

• Builder: Davidson Homes
• Price Range: From $382,990 (recently reduced), with homes ranging up to the $550s
• Home Types: Gated single-family, 1,232 - 2,438 sq ft, 3-4 bedrooms
• Amenities: Gated entry, views over Hickory Log Reservoir, model open, near I-575 and GA-20
• School District: Cherokee County, Cherokee High School district
• What Makes It Stand Out: Gated community overlooking Hickory Log Reservoir with quick move-in homes available and multiple floor plans in the mid-to-upper $300s and $400s. The recent price reduction on select plans makes this one of the better value plays in the county this fall. Davidson Homes continues to earn a reputation for quality construction and attractive community design.

13. The Courtyards at Holly Springs

• Builder: Epcon Communities
• Price Range: From the upper $400s – mid $700s
• Home Types: Single-family courtyard homes (55+ active adult), single-level ranch plans, 2,599 - 2,961 sq ft
• Amenities: Clubhouse, fitness center, pool, pickleball and bocce courts, social events, low-maintenance yards
• School District: Cherokee County (less relevant for 55+ buyers, but nearby grandchildren benefit)
• What Makes It Stand Out: One of the few dedicated active adult new construction communities in the metro, now selling roughly 70 planned single-level ranch homes with resort-style amenities. Epcon's courtyard-style homes offer single-level living with private courtyards, perfect for empty nesters looking to downsize without sacrificing quality.

Gwinnett County: Range and Accessibility

Gwinnett's new construction spans a wide price range, from the mid-$300Ks in Lawrenceville to the $600K+ range in Suwanee and Buford. The county's diversity, infrastructure, and proximity to major employment centers make it a magnet for relocating buyers. D.R. Horton, DRB Homes, Ashton Woods, Taylor Morrison, Century Communities, and Stanley Martin are all actively delivering homes, and Toll Brothers opened its first Gwinnett community, Ledgestone, in January 2026. Newer Gwinnett openings include Stanley Martin's The Beacon at Old Peachtree (townhomes from about $355K) and Taylor Morrison's Rosewood Farm (from about $370K) in Lawrenceville.

14. Stratford at Inverness at Sugarloaf

• Builder: D.R. Horton
• Price Range: Stratford Express plan from $389,650, with recent community listings roughly $360K – $392K
• Home Types: Townhomes, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1,866 sq ft, 2-car garages
• Amenities: Community sidewalks, nearby parks and shopping
• School District: Gwinnett County, Collins Hill High School area
• What Makes It Stand Out: One of the most affordable new construction options in the entire metro. D.R. Horton's Express series delivers functional two-story townhome floor plans at a price point that first-time buyers and investors can actually reach, inside the Inverness at Sugarloaf community off Sugarloaf Parkway.

15. Hamilton Lakes

• Builder: DRB Homes
• Price Range: From $479,990, with available homes running roughly $498K – $603K
• Home Types: Single-family, 3-6 bedrooms, 2,361 - 3,281 sq ft
• Amenities: Lake, walking trails, community park, pool
• School District: Gwinnett County, Discovery High School area
• What Makes It Stand Out: The lake-centered amenity package sets this community apart, and the big news since the September update is that Phase 2 (44 lots on 16 acres) is now in active sales rather than just platted. Inventory has been moving quickly here, so the freshest lots are in the newer phase. The lawn care-included HOA is a selling point for busy families.

16. Oakmead, Taylor Morrison, Buford

• Builder: Taylor Morrison
• Price Range: From $571,990 (range roughly $572K – $813K)
• Home Types: Single-family, 4-5 bedrooms, 2,696 - 3,504 sq ft
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks, close to Buford retail and dining
• School District: Gwinnett County, Seckinger High School area (Ivy Creek Elementary, Glenn C. Jones Middle)
• What Makes It Stand Out: Taylor Morrison's flagship Buford community, at Ridge Road. It's zoned to the Seckinger High School cluster, not Mill Creek, an important correction to earlier versions of this guide that listed Mill Creek. Taylor Morrison delivers a polished product with upgraded standard finishes and a design center experience that doesn't overwhelm.

17. Arbors at Richland Creek, Buford

• Builder: Ashton Woods
• Price Range: From about $557,650 (builder site), with most plans roughly $550K – $700K and some quick move-ins from about $525K
• Home Types: Single-family, 4-5 bedrooms, 2,843 - 3,806 sq ft
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks, near Mall of Georgia
• School District: Gwinnett County, Buford area schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: Ashton Woods delivers a premium product with extensive design center options, and ran a limited-time savings event in 2026 with rate buydowns, closing cost assistance, and up to $75,000 in flexible savings on select ready-to-build homes. Larger floor plans for growing families who want the Buford address with access to the Mall of Georgia retail corridor.

18. Ledgestone, Toll Brothers, Lawrenceville

• Builder: Toll Brothers
• Price Range: From $1,049,995, with quick move-ins up to roughly $1.49M
• Home Types: Luxury single-family, 3,674 - 4,674+ sq ft, five bedrooms, 10 floor plans
• Amenities: Resort-style pool, clubhouse, cabanas, bocce ball courts, playground, and fire pit
• School District: Gwinnett County, Peachtree Ridge High School cluster
• What Makes It Stand Out: Toll Brothers' first Gwinnett County community, opened in January 2026 with roughly 82 homes, and still actively selling as of October. This is the brand gateway for luxury buyers who want a Gwinnett address; expect Toll's signature design center flexibility and premium construction standards at the top of the county's price ladder.

19. Rosewood Farm (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Taylor Morrison
• Price Range: From $369,990
• Home Types: Single-family homes, 4-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks, near Lawrenceville retail and schools
• School District: Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville area schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: A value-oriented Taylor Morrison community in Lawrenceville that keeps the builder's upgraded standard finishes at a sub-$400K entry point. If you want a name-brand builder with a strong design center but your budget is closer to the mid-$300s, Rosewood Farm is one of the better new Gwinnett additions of the season.

Paulding County: Most Square Footage Per Dollar

If you want the most home for your money in metro Atlanta, Paulding County (Dallas, Hiram) is where to look. Production builders are delivering large volumes of homes in the $330s–$500K range with full amenity packages. Fischer Homes, D.R. Horton, Smith Douglas, and Meritage are all active with multiple communities. The 55+ active adult market is also well-served here with dedicated communities.

20. Ivey Township, Meritage Homes, Dallas

• Builder: Meritage Homes
• Price Range: Advertised from about $349,990 in late 2026; current listings from roughly $380K – $517K
• Home Types: Single-family, 3-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Pool, cabana, playground, sidewalks, HOA-maintained common areas
• School District: Paulding County, North Paulding High School area
• What Makes It Stand Out: Meritage is known for energy efficiency, their homes are built to exceed ENERGY STAR standards. Lower monthly utility bills add up over time. Open-concept floor plans with 10-foot ceilings are standard, and the community has been in steady sales all year.

21. Pickens Bluff, Fischer Homes, Hiram

• Builder: Fischer Homes
• Price Range: From roughly $455K – $675K+, with eight floor plans
• Home Types: Single-family, 3-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Community green space, near Paulding County growth corridors
• School District: Paulding County Schools (Hiram area)
• What Makes It Stand Out: Fischer's active community near the Dallas/Hiram line, with availability rolling out through 2026 and into 2027. Fischer Homes delivers strong value in Paulding: modern open floor plans and generous square footage at prices well below comparable homes closer to the perimeter.

22. Active Adult Options in Paulding

• Builders: Fischer Homes (Easton Park, Sage Woods, Laurel Farms), Piedmont Residential (Villages at Cedar Hill)
• Price Range: From roughly $300,000 – $590,000+
• Home Types: Single-family ranch and patio homes, active adult 55+
• Amenities: Clubhouse, fitness center, pool, social events, low-maintenance yards
• School District: Paulding County
• What Makes It Stand Out: Paulding County has become a hub for active adult new construction. Fischer's Easton Park in Dallas is selling its new phase of roughly 88 planned ranch homes from about $360,990 (recently reduced), Laurel Farms near Powder Springs starts around $329,000, and Sage Woods runs from about $340,000. Villages at Cedar Hill by Piedmont Residential sells from about $300,000. All undercut similar communities in Forsyth or Cobb.

Douglas County: New Construction Close to the City

Douglas County (Douglasville, Lithia Springs) continues to see steady new construction activity. Proximity to I-20 and the West End makes it attractive for buyers who want new construction without an hour-long commute. Smith Douglas Homes and D.R. Horton are active here with affordable entry points in the low-to-mid $320s, and Lennar's Timber Ridge is selling in the mid-$300s as well. If Douglasville is your focus, the dedicated guide to new construction homes in Douglasville covers the active communities, builder incentives, timelines, and which Douglas County high school zone each side of town feeds.

23. Glen at Cave Springs

• Builder: Smith Douglas Homes
• Price Range: From $334,900 (available homes roughly $335K – $385K)
• Home Types: Single-family, 3-4 bedrooms, 1,679 - 3,005 sq ft, 156 homesites
• Amenities: Community pool, sidewalks, HOA
• School District: Douglas County, Douglas County area schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: Smith Douglas delivers solid construction at an accessible price point on Cave Springs Road with easy I-20 access. The builder was running a $15,000 Flex Cash incentive on select homes in 2026, which is worth asking about on tour.

24. Carlton, Douglasville

• Builder: D.R. Horton
• Price Range: From $319,990
• Home Types: Townhomes, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, from about 1,857 sq ft, 2-car garages
• Amenities: Community park, sidewalks, HOA, move-in-ready units available
• School District: Douglas County
• What Makes It Stand Out: One of the most affordable new construction options in the entire west metro. Note this is a townhome community, not single-family, a correction to earlier versions of this guide. D.R. Horton's Express series delivers functional two-story floor plans at a price point that first-time buyers can reach.

Henry County: Family-Friendly Affordability

Henry County (McDonough, Stockbridge) remains one of the most active new construction corridors in the south metro, with hundreds of active new-home listings. Popular with first-time buyers and growing families, the area delivers solid communities at competitive prices. DRB Homes is especially active with more than a dozen communities, and buyers touring today should also put Pulte's Anderson Point Estates in McDonough (from the $430s), DRB's Reeves Park townhomes in Stockbridge (from the $280s), and DRB's Bowers Farm in McDonough (from the $320s) on the list.

25. Diamante, Stockbridge

• Builder: DRB Homes
• Price Range: From about $296,990 (current range roughly $297K – $370K)
• Home Types: Townhome-condo villas, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1,718 - 1,941 sq ft
• Amenities: Gated entry, low-maintenance living, near Hwy 138 with quick I-75/I-675 access
• School District: Henry County
• What Makes It Stand Out: The model is open and several phases remain ahead of Diamante, one of the stronger value plays in south metro. Quick move-ins have been listing around $296K, and the gated, lock-and-leave format attracts both first-time buyers and investors.

26. Silverock, DRB Homes, McDonough

• Builder: DRB Homes
• Price Range: From about $369,993
• Home Types: Single-family, 3-5 bedrooms
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks
• School District: Henry County Schools (McDonough area)
• What Makes It Stand Out: A step up from entry-level pricing with DRB's clean, family-oriented floor plans in one of the county's established new-home corridors. This entry replaces Davidson Homes, which has finished out its two Henry County communities (the Reserve at Calcutta and Everleigh) and is no longer building in the county.

Fayette County: Peachtree City Lifestyle

Fayette County, anchored by Peachtree City and Fayetteville, offers a unique combination of planned community living, golf-cart-friendly infrastructure, and strong schools. New construction here serves both families and active adults. Morning Falls in Fayetteville has largely built out (see the closeout list below), so today's active new-build search in Fayette centers on Laurel Brooke, the newer Towson Village by Taylor Morrison, and a handful of smaller local-builder projects.

27. Laurel Brooke, Peachtree City

• Builder: Redwood Homes
• Price Range: Luxury new homes now running roughly $950,000 – $1.2M; The Enclave at Laurel Brooke condos from the $650s
• Home Types: Single-family, upscale planned community, plus an attached condo component
• Amenities: Peachtree City's 100+ miles of golf cart paths, parks, lakes, and recreational facilities
• School District: Fayette County, Huddleston Elementary, J.C. Booth Middle, McIntosh High School
• What Makes It Stand Out: One of the newest upscale communities in Peachtree City, and pricing has climbed with demand, active new builds have been listing from the mid-$900s to past $1.1M in 2026. The McIntosh school zone and access to the city's renowned golf cart trail system make this a top pick for families relocating to the south metro. The new Enclave at Laurel Brooke gives buyers a lower-priced entry into the same community.

28. Towson Village (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Taylor Morrison
• Price Range: From $689,990 – $881,990
• Home Types: Single-family homes, 3-5 bedrooms, from about 2,843 sq ft
• Amenities: Community green space, sidewalks, Peachtree City golf cart path access
• School District: Fayette County Schools (confirm exact assignment with the district)
• What Makes It Stand Out: A newer Taylor Morrison community in Peachtree City that's now in active sales. It gives families a name-brand builder option in Fayette below the Laurel Brooke price point while keeping Peachtree City's planned-community lifestyle. Worth a tour alongside Laurel Brooke if the south metro is on your list.

Intown Atlanta: New Builds Inside the Perimeter

New construction inside I-285 looks different than the suburbs, think townhomes, row homes, and infill projects in established neighborhoods. The price per square foot is higher, but you're buying walkability, transit access, and neighborhood character. The BeltLine corridor continues to drive most of the intown new development activity, and 2026 brought a major new player: Empire Communities' Zephyr, selling in phases along the Southside Trail, plus Stanley Martin's Skylar fronting the completed trail.

29. Zephyr, Empire Communities, Chosewood Park

• Builder: Empire Communities
• Price Range: Advertised from the mid-$300s, with current listings roughly $425K – $490K
• Home Types: Townhomes (plus condo stacks planned), 3-4 bedrooms
• Amenities: 34-acre community along the BeltLine Southside Trail, south of Grant Park, with a planned pool and clubhouse
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: The biggest new intown delivery in years: roughly 340 townhomes planned, with later phases delivering through late 2026 and availability tightening as they sell. Zephyr gives buyers BeltLine proximity at a price point well below Reynoldstown or Grant Park townhomes.

30. Benteen Reserve, Near Southside Trail

• Builder: D.R. Horton
• Price Range: Starts at $436,990 (Norris plan), with the Knollwood plan from about $469,990; active listings roughly $420K – $534K
• Home Types: Townhomes, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 1,697 - 1,977 sq ft, about 23 homes
• Amenities: One-third mile from the BeltLine Southside Trail, near Grant Park and Zoo Atlanta
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: America's largest builder entered the BeltLine market with this townhome community at 1304 Boulevard SE, with delivery running through 2026. D.R. Horton's scale means competitive pricing and efficient construction, a strong option for buyers who want BeltLine proximity at a lower price point than the Reynoldstown corridor.

31. The Heights on Boulevard, Boulevard Heights

• Builder: Local developer
• Price Range: Roughly $339,900 – $359,900
• Home Types: Three-story townhomes with rooftop patios, 18 homes, fee-simple ownership
• Amenities: Walkable to the Southside Trail, BeltLine connectivity, deeded parking
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: Aimed at first-time buyers with one of the lowest price points on the Southside corridor. Construction wrapped in March 2026 and homes are actively selling about two blocks south of Grant Park. The low HOA and rooftop patios make it a distinctive entry-level intown option.

32. The Row 900, Peoplestown

• Builder: Local developer (WilliamMarkDesigns)
• Price Range: $600,000 – $800,000, with presales open
• Home Types: Attached zero-lot-line homes, 3-4 bedrooms, 1,400 - 2,000 sq ft, 16 homes, optional ADUs
• Amenities: Steps from the BeltLine in Peoplestown, near the new MARTA bus rapid transit line on Hank Aaron Drive
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: A small project on the Southside corridor that's testing the mid-$600s intown market. The first homes are now under construction, a change since the September update. For buyers who want a brand-new attached home with real BeltLine walkability and a distinctly local feel, this is one to watch.

33. Lennar, Camber Crossing (Reynoldstown BeltLine Townhomes)

• Builder: Lennar
• Price Range: Pricing not yet released (expected to hit the market in late 2026)
• Home Types: Townhomes, roughly one block west of the Eastside Trail
• Amenities: Steps from the BeltLine, restaurants, and shops in Reynoldstown and East Atlanta Village
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: Lennar's planned townhome community at 195 Chester Avenue carried a complicated development history, but reports from May 2026 point to Lennar moving the project forward under the Camber Crossing name, with for-sale townhomes expected in late 2026. Lennar's \"Everything's Included\" model should reduce upgrade costs. Confirm the current status directly with Lennar before planning around it, and note the waitlist is open on the builder's site.

34. Skylar Townhome-Style Condos, Stanley Martin (New for October 2026)

• Builder: Stanley Martin Homes
• Price Range: Move-in-ready from $399,990, with upper-floor Turner plans up to about $569,990
• Home Types: Townhome-style condos with rooftop terraces
• Amenities: Fronts the completed BeltLine Southside Trail, city views
• School District: Atlanta Public Schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: A new move-in-ready option directly on the completed Southside Trail at 1155 Hill Street SE. Buyers get finished, ready-to-close units with rooftop terraces, something rare in the intown new-build pipeline. Priced well below detached intown product, this is a strong fit for buyers who want BeltLine living without waiting out a build.

35. Dreycott Townhomes, Taylor Morrison, Lawrenceville

• Builder: Taylor Morrison
• Price Range: From about $389,990 (range roughly $390K – $480K)
• Home Types: Three-story townhomes, 3-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 1,893 - 3,067 sq ft, about 107 homes
• Amenities: Low-maintenance exterior, community landscaping, near downtown Lawrenceville and Coolray Field
• School District: Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville area schools
• What Makes It Stand Out: This is a Gwinnett County location, not intown, but it delivers brand-new construction at a price point well below comparable townhomes inside the Perimeter. Sales launched in April 2026 and the community is actively selling with quick move-ins listed around $440K. A sister single-family community, Dreycott, sells nearby from $524,990.

Sold Out and Closing Out

The following communities were highlighted in earlier versions of this guide but have since sold out, completed, or entered their final closeout phases:

• Silverwood, Pulte Homes Section (Cumming): Fully sold out. The John Wieland section remains active (see entry above).
• Le Jardin, Dream Finders Homes (South Fulton): Sold out with no remaining opportunities.
• Soleil Belmont Park, Patrick Malloy Communities (Canton): Closed out with over 200 homes sold.
• Azalea Square Townhomes, Century Communities (Lawrenceville): Over 85% sold in the last update and now in final closeout.
• The Reserve at Old Lost Mountain, Taylor Morrison (Powder Springs): Completed. This community of 37 homes finished out in 2020 and is resale-only now. It also sits in Cobb County, not Paulding as earlier versions of this guide stated.
• Morning Falls, Peachtree Building Group (Fayetteville): Built out. The community delivered between 2020 and 2023 and no active new-home inventory was found as of October 2026.
• Avery Landing, DRB Homes (McDonough): Final phase / near closeout. Remaining townhomes have been listing from about $294,990, so it's worth a call only if you want a quick move-in now.
• Holly Farm, Toll Brothers (Woodstock): Final opportunity. The builder announced only a couple of quick move-in homes remaining, from $799,000.
• Davidson Homes, Henry County: The Reserve at Calcutta (Stockbridge) and Everleigh (Locust Grove) have both sold out, and Davidson is no longer building in Henry County.
• Poplar Place, Fischer Homes (Dallas, 55+): Final opportunity, with a single move-in ready home remaining. New buyers should look at Fischer's Easton Park instead (see above).
• Nolyn Pointe, Toll Brothers (Chosewood Park): Sold out. All 16 three-story bungalows at 420 McDonough Boulevard SE sold, a change since the September update.
• Garrett Preserve, Smith Douglas (Hiram): Sold out. Smith Douglas' remaining Hiram inventory is limited to scattered lots.
• Jones Ridge, Smith Douglas (Dallas): Final opportunities. Available from about $340,990; new buyers should look at Smith Douglas' Oakmont or Victoria Heights in Dallas instead.

What Every New Construction Buyer Should Know

Builder incentives are significant right now. With new construction inventory elevated across the metro, builders are competing hard for buyers. I'm seeing closing cost credits of 3%–6%, interest rate buydowns, and $15,000–$25,000 in design center allowances. These incentives come and go, timing matters.

Always get an independent inspection. Georgia doesn't require builders to have homes independently inspected before closing. An independent inspector catches issues the builder's own QC process may miss. Budget $400–$600 for the inspection, it can save you tens of thousands down the road.

Read the builder's contract carefully. Builder contracts are not the same as a standard Georgia Association of Realtors purchase agreement. They tend to favor the builder on timelines, defect remedies, and cancellation terms. Have your agent review the contract before you sign.

Use your own agent, it costs you nothing. The builder's sales agent works for the builder. A buyer's agent represents you. In most cases, the builder pays the buyer's agent commission. Having your own agent gives you leverage in negotiations, someone to review contracts, and an advocate who's not incentivized to push you toward the most expensive option.

Verify the school assignment yourself. School districts rebrand and rezone over time, and I corrected several school claims in the October 2026 update (notably Oakmead, which is zoned to Seckinger High, not Mill Creek). Zip code alone never determines a school assignment, so confirm boundaries directly with the district before you commit.

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