Last Updated: October 30, 2026
What is Furst Ranch in Flower Mound, TX, and what does it cost?
Furst Ranch is a 2,300-acre master-planned community at Highway 377 and FM 1171 in western Flower Mound, with parts in Argyle and Bartonville, developed by a Starwood Land affiliate. High Plains, the first neighborhood, is selling through nine builders, with homes from $589,990 to over $1.2 million, and every home is zoned to Argyle ISD. HOA dues are $1,950 a year, assessed quarterly, and the total tax rate is 2.718638% per $100, which includes a $1.20 MUD tax. Ask your builder for the MUD Notice to Purchaser before you sign. Highland Homes opened its first listings on January 12, 2026, and major amenities, including The Ranch Club, are still planned.
Verified Credentials
- North Fort Worth Real Producers, 2026: Edson Miranda ranked Top 250 and Paige Miranda ranked Top 1,000, out of approximately 15,000 agents in the North Fort Worth market.
- RealTrends Verified, 2026: Miranda Realty Team named a Best Real Estate Small Team in Argyle, Texas, based on independently verified 2025 production.
- Team production: Over 50 homes sold and more than $25 million in Texas real estate closed over the last two years.
- Service area: Argyle, Northlake, Denton, Justin, and Flower Mound, Texas
Furst Ranch at a Glance
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Location | Highway 377 and FM 1171, Denton County; sales address 2017 Tupelo Trail, Argyle, TX 76226; parts in Flower Mound, Argyle, and Bartonville |
Size | 2,300 acres |
Developer | A Starwood Land affiliate |
Neighborhoods | High Plains (1,100 lots, now selling), Prairie Vista (200 lots, half-acre to 1 acre), Cross Timbers (74 lots, 1 to 2 acres) |
Builders | Ashton Woods, Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Highland Homes, Partners in Building, Shaddock Homes, Toll Brothers, Tradition Homes |
Prices (High Plains) | From $589,990 to over $1.2 million |
Schools | Argyle ISD: Argyle South Elementary (PreK-5), Argyle Middle School (6-7), Argyle High School (9-12) |
HOA dues | $1,950 per year, assessed quarterly |
Total tax rate | 2.718638% per $100: Denton County ESD 1 ($0.06), ESD 2 ($0.10), Argyle ISD ($1.1727), Denton County ($0.185938), Furst Ranch MUD ($1.20) |
Utilities | CoServ (electric and gas), Argyle Water Supply (water), Trinity River Authority (sewer), Spectrum (phone, data, and TV) |
Planned amenities | The Ranch Club, 97-acre community park, 20-acre Community Activities Center, Liberty Lake, 400+ acres of open space |
Grocery | H-E-B owns a site at Highway 377 and FM 1171; no timeline announced |
What’s Happened So Far
Highland Homes began listing homes on January 12, 2026. Since then all nine builders have published floor plans and pricing, and several have open model homes and quick move-in inventory. Because lineups and prices change often, confirm which models are open and what’s available before you visit.
The Three Neighborhoods
1. High Plains (now selling). 1,100 lots, 50 to 80 feet wide. It’s the first neighborhood and the only one selling today.
2. Prairie Vista (planned). 200 lots from half an acre to an acre.
3. Cross Timbers (planned). 74 estate lots from 1 to 2 acres.
Who’s Building at Furst Ranch?
Prices are from Furst Ranch’s builder page and each builder’s site, and they change often.
- Coventry Homes: from $589,990 on 50' lots (Furst Ranch lists “from the mid $500s”); eight plans, 1,977–3,225 sq ft, with move-in-ready homes
- David Weekley Homes: from the $600s, 50' lots
- Ashton Woods: from the $600s, 50' and 60' lots
- Shaddock Homes: from the $700s, 60' lots
- Highland Homes: from the high $700s, 60' and 70' lots
- Drees Custom Homes: from the high $800s, 70' lots
- Toll Brothers: from the low $900s, 70' and 80' lots
- Tradition Homes: from $1.1 million, 80' lots
- Partners in Building: from $1.2 million, 80' lots
A note on addresses: Furst Ranch spans Flower Mound, Argyle, and Bartonville. Depending on the builder and lot, your address may show as Argyle or Bartonville. All homes are zoned to Argyle ISD.
What Does It Cost to Own at Furst Ranch?
HOA dues: $1,950 per year, assessed quarterly (about $487.50 a quarter).
Property taxes: the total rate is $2.718638 per $100 of assessed value:
- Denton County ESD No. 1: $0.06
- Denton County ESD No. 2: $0.10
- Argyle ISD: $1.1727
- Denton County: $0.185938
- Furst Ranch MUD: $1.20
At that rate, a $600,000 assessed value carries about $16,312 a year in property taxes before exemptions. That’s an illustration, not a quote. Rates vary by lot and change over time.
About the MUD: at $1.20 per $100, the MUD is the largest part of the total, about 44% of the bill. Voters in the district approved Furst Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 in May 2025 along with $2 billion in infrastructure bonds, including up to $0.25 per $100 for road maintenance (Community Impact). Local analysis puts the maximum combined MUD rate at $1.45 per $100, so the rate could rise above today’s $1.20. Texas law requires your builder to give you a Notice to Purchaser disclosing the MUD’s current rate and bonded debt before you sign. We’ll walk through it with you.
A separate district was rejected: Flower Mound voters rejected a proposed Public Improvement District for Furst Ranch in May 2024, with 55.8% voting against (Cross Timbers Gazette).
Utility Providers
- Electric and gas: CoServ
- Water: Argyle Water Supply
- Sewer: Trinity River Authority
- Phone, data, and TV: Spectrum
How Furst Ranch’s Costs Compare
Community | HOA dues | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|
Furst Ranch (Flower Mound) | $1,950 a year, assessed quarterly | 2.718638% |
Landmark (Denton) | $1,600 a year | 2.704158% |
Pecan Square (Northlake) | $2,260 to $7,060 a year by lot type | 2.430038% |
Treeline (Justin) | $1,970 a year, including front yard maintenance | 2.477385% |
Wildflower Ranch (Fort Worth) | $875 a year | About 2.27% |
Harvest (Argyle and Northlake) | $2,150 to $2,570 a year | Varies by lot and school district |
Rates change, so verify each with the county and builder before you budget.
Schools: Argyle ISD
All Furst Ranch homes are zoned to Argyle ISD, even with a Flower Mound address. Furst Ranch lists these campuses:
- Argyle South Elementary: PreK-5
- Argyle Middle School: grades 6-7
- Argyle High School: grades 9-12
Furst Ranch cites an “A” rating from the Texas Education Agency and a ranking of No. 1 in Denton County and No. 9 in Texas. Liberty Christian School is also nearby.
On-site campuses: in December 2024, Argyle ISD purchased about 35 acres within Furst Ranch for $9.6 million and has the option to add 15 acres donated by Jack Furst, for a 50-acre site. Plans include a future elementary and middle school, funded by a voter-approved 2022 bond. None is built yet.
Amenities: Mostly Planned
Furst Ranch describes these amenities as planned:
- The Ranch Club: a residents-only amenity village with multiple pools, entertainment venues, and a clubhouse
- 97-acre community park
- 20-acre Community Activities Center
- Liberty Lake: for fishing, paddleboarding, and lakeside trails
- Over 400 acres of open space and trails connecting neighborhoods
- A golf-cart-friendly community
Because these are still planned, confirm timing with us or the builders before you plan around any of them.
The Developer and the $800 Million Deal
In April 2025, Starwood Land acquired 11 master-planned communities, including Furst Ranch and Wildflower Ranch, from Hines for approximately $800 million. Starwood Land is an affiliate of Land Strategies Management, partnered with Starwood Capital Group. Furst Ranch is now developed by a Starwood Land affiliate. Jack Furst, a longtime Denton County resident and former Argyle ISD parent, has been planning the project since 1991.
H-E-B and Retail
H-E-B bought about 23 acres at the northeast corner of Highway 377 and FM 1171 from the Furst family in June 2025, and the Flower Mound Town Council approved a parking variance for a 110,000-square-foot store with 733 spaces in May 2025. As of the most recent reporting (Cross Timbers Gazette, August 2026), no timeline has been announced for the Furst Ranch store. Flower Mound also has a second H-E-B proposed on the east side of town. The Town of Flower Mound describes about 1,066 acres of approved mixed-use commercial space at Furst Ranch.
Location
Furst Ranch sits at Highway 377 and FM 1171 in Denton County, in an area between Flower Mound, Bartonville, and Argyle. It’s marketed as Flower Mound, mailed as Argyle (76226), and zoned to Argyle ISD. Highway 377 and the Alliance corridor are the main routes to employers.
Move-In Timeline
- Now: all nine builders have pricing and plans. Several have model homes open and quick move-in inventory, particularly Coventry Homes and Highland Homes.
- Late 2026 into 2027: homes under construction complete on each builder’s timeline.
- Later phases: Prairie Vista and Cross Timbers follow High Plains. Furst Ranch’s own timeline from 2024 pointed to about 2038 for the initial residential phases.
Our Honest Take
Strong points: Argyle ISD zoning, a wide builder and price range, large planned open space, and real inventory on the ground today.
Things to weigh:
- The total tax rate (2.718638%) is driven by the $1.20 MUD and is higher than at Pecan Square, Treeline, and Wildflower Ranch, so budget for it.
- Major amenities, including The Ranch Club, are still planned.
- Construction will continue for years, and no grocery opening date has been announced.
- Prices are premium for the Argyle ISD area, and the resale market is unproven.
How Furst Ranch Compares
- vs. Harvest (Argyle and Northlake): both offer Argyle ISD. Harvest is established and nearing build-out, while Furst Ranch is brand new with larger lots planned.
- vs. Pecan Square (Northlake): Pecan Square has lower entry prices, a lower tax rate, and completed amenities. Furst Ranch is Argyle ISD instead of Northwest ISD.
- vs. Landmark (Denton): Landmark is larger and starts at lower prices, with Denton ISD. Furst Ranch is Argyle ISD, starts higher, and has a slightly higher tax rate and HOA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Furst Ranch in Flower Mound or Argyle? Both, in effect. It’s marketed as Flower Mound, has an Argyle (76226) address, spans parts of Flower Mound, Argyle, and Bartonville, and is zoned to Argyle ISD.
What school district is Furst Ranch in? Argyle ISD: Argyle South Elementary, Argyle Middle School, and Argyle High School.
Are homes available now at Furst Ranch? Yes. Nine builders are selling in High Plains, with homes from $589,990 to over $1.2 million. Several have quick move-in homes.
Who builds at Furst Ranch? Ashton Woods, Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Highland Homes, Partners in Building, Shaddock Homes, Toll Brothers, and Tradition Homes.
What are the HOA dues at Furst Ranch? $1,950 per year, assessed quarterly.
What is the tax rate at Furst Ranch? $2.718638 per $100 of assessed value: Denton County ESD 1 ($0.06), ESD 2 ($0.10), Argyle ISD ($1.1727), Denton County ($0.185938), and the Furst Ranch MUD ($1.20). Rates vary by lot and change over time.
Is there a MUD tax at Furst Ranch? Yes. Furst Ranch MUD No. 1, approved by voters in May 2025, is currently $1.20 per $100. Your builder must give you a Notice to Purchaser with the current rate before you sign.
Who provides utilities at Furst Ranch? CoServ provides electric and gas, Argyle Water Supply provides water, Trinity River Authority provides sewer, and Spectrum provides phone, data, and TV.
What amenities does Furst Ranch have? Furst Ranch plans The Ranch Club, a 97-acre community park, a 20-acre Community Activities Center, Liberty Lake, and more than 400 acres of open space. These are planned, not yet built.
Is H-E-B coming to Furst Ranch? H-E-B owns land at Highway 377 and FM 1171 and received a parking variance, but no timeline has been announced.
Are there homes under $700,000? Yes. Coventry Homes offers eight plans on 50-foot lots from $589,990 to $692,990, plus David Weekley and Ashton Woods from the $600s.
Who should I contact about buying at Furst Ranch? Edson Miranda and Paige Miranda of Miranda Realty Team specialize in new construction and Argyle ISD communities along the I-35W corridor. They’re based in Northlake, TX. Reach them at 940.577.2051 or [email protected].
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Sources
- Furst Ranch homeowner information sheet (property taxes and utility providers)
- Furst Ranch: builders
- Furst Ranch: schools
- Furst Ranch: recreation
- Community Impact: Voters approve Furst Ranch MUD creation, $2B in bonds
- Cross Timbers Gazette: Furst Ranch PID rejected (May 2024)
- Cross Timbers Gazette: developer confident Flower Mound’s first H-E-B will open on east side
- Cross Timbers Gazette: Furst Ranch kicks off development (2024)
- Dallas Express: Starwood Capital acquires 7 DFW communities in $800M deal
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- Alliance Corridor Large Lots and Premium Homesites: Denton County Guide
- The Ultimate Guide to Buying New Construction in 2026
- Alliance Corridor Homes for Sale: Denton County New Construction Guide
Information in this article is accurate as of October 2026 and is subject to change as the development progresses. This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute real estate advice.
