Not all real estate developments are created equal! What does the community offer? What size lots are available? How old is this development? Has the developer delivered on promised amenities, etcetera? We want to help you find the answers to these questions and more in your search for the right community for you. Here is a great comparison chart showing features available for local hill county land for sale in the New Braunfels area real estate developments.
Compare the following five hill country land developments: John Newcombe Estate & Country Club by John Newcombe Estate & Country Club Development; Vintage Oaks and Havenwood, Bluegreen Communities; Copper Ridge by Southerland Communities and River Place by Blanton Development Company. You can clearly see the benefits of each estate below. We know you will be impressed by the stand out community at John Newcombe Estate & Country Club.
| New Braunfels Texas Real Estate | |||||
| Feature per Estate |
John Newcombe Estate | Vintage Oaks | Copper Ridge | Havenwood | River Place |
| Lots for Sale | 200 | 2000 | 600 | 625 | 74 |
| Lot Size | .33 – 1.43 acre | 1-3 acre | 1-2 acre | 1-3 acre | 1 acre |
| Lot Prices | $74,900- $140,000 | $60,000- $130,000 | $85,000- $150,000 | $39,900- $69,000 | $66,900- $134,900 |
| Age of Estate | 1+ yrs | 3+ yrs | 2+ yrs | 4+ yrs | 3+ yrs |
| Club House | *Country Club fitness center/ spa/pool | Clubroom/ pavilion/ pools | Planned | Pavilion/ pool | River Access |
| Annual HOA | $495.00** | $600*** | $600*** | $600*** | $800 Initial $575 Annual |
| Time to Build | Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Unrestricted | 2 years |
| Gated Community | √ | Some | Planned | √ | √ |
| Curbside Mailboxes | √ | ||||
| Curbed Roads | √ | √ | √ | ||
| Nature Trails | √ | √ | √ | √ | |
| Family Parks | √ | √ | √ | √ | |
| Ponds | √ | ||||
Notes:
All information current as of February 2011 from Estate websites and promotional material.
*Country Club under construction.
** Homeowner Club Fee $70 per month when opened.
***Approximate
With all the amenities offered and the intimate size of only 200 home site lots for sale, John Newcombe Estate stands out! This small number of lots for sale will ensure the investment you make in your custom home is protected from problems associated with over building. And they haven’t just talked about the amenities, they are there. Tree lined, ribbon curbed meandering roads invite you into your home with elegance and Texas hill country calm. Fully stocked ponds for catch & release fishing, picnic areas and walking trails invite you outside to enjoy the relaxing hill country outdoors. The Country Club is under construction ready to open this May 2011. This club with the fitness center, spa, pool and managed tennis courts is available to all homeowners for less than the YMCA $95 monthly fee!
The variety of lot sizes from cottage size in Newks Village of .33 acre to the larger conventional 1.43 acre lots offer an entry point into this prestigious estate at any level. With the convenience of curbside mail and privacy offered with this fully gated community, John Newcombe Estate is the clear winner of this comparison challenge.
Building at Newcombe Estates offers more than just a house but a lifestyle you will enjoy. Come see for yourself! For more information or schedule a tour please contact Matt Pierce on 830.625.4002 or via email.
What is the community feature or amenity that you are looking for when you select a real estate development?



Great article. There are many reasons to live in Texas – and the Texas Hill Country. The land in Texas is affordable and offers residents the beauty of living in the Lone Star State. The Texas Hill Country is one of the best places in the state to live, and is one of the true gems in Texas.