When people ask us where we live, we don't just say "Argyle" or "Northlake"—we say "Harvest." Because Harvest isn't just a place on a map; it's a lifestyle, a philosophy, and a community unlike anything else in North Texas.
As both residents of Harvest and real estate professionals specializing in Hillwood communities across the Alliance Texas corridor, we have a unique perspective on what makes this 1,200-acre master-planned community spanning Argyle and Northlake, Texas, so special. We don't just sell homes here—we live here, we raise our families here, and we experience the Harvest lifestyle every single day.
Let us take you behind the scenes of what life is really like in one of Hillwood's most celebrated developments.
What Makes Harvest Different: The Agrihood Lifestyle
Harvest isn't your typical master-planned community. It's an agrihood—one of the first of its kind in North Texas—where modern suburban living meets agricultural tradition in ways that genuinely enhance daily life.
At the heart of Harvest sits a working farm operated by Farmer Ross, a professional farmer who tends community crops, teaches agricultural classes, and welcomes residents to participate in the growing season. This isn't a gimmick or a marketing feature gathering dust after move-in. It's a living, breathing part of the community that residents genuinely use and love.
The Harvest Farm Experience
As Harvest residents ourselves, we've seen firsthand how the farm creates connections that go far beyond typical neighborhood interactions:
Community Garden Plots: Residents can reserve their own garden plot to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers. There's something deeply satisfying about harvesting tomatoes you grew yourself just steps from your front door.
Educational Opportunities: Farmer Ross regularly hosts workshops on everything from composting to seasonal planting to sustainable gardening practices. These aren't just for the adults—kids love learning where their food comes from.
Greenhouse Access: The community greenhouse extends the growing season and provides space for starting seedlings, propagating plants, and year-round gardening projects.
This connection to the land isn't something we expected to value as much as we do when we first moved to Harvest. But there's something grounding about having access to fresh soil, open sky, and the rhythm of growing seasons—even while living in a modern community with resort-style amenities.
Award-Winning Amenities: Beyond the Basics
Hillwood communities are known for going above and beyond with amenities, and Harvest delivers on that reputation in spectacular fashion. As residents, we can tell you these aren't amenities that sit empty—they're genuinely used and appreciated by the community.
The Fit Barn
This isn't your standard community fitness center. The Fit Barn is a state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor facility featuring:
- Indoor equipment room with modern cardio and strength training equipment
- Outdoor fitness lawn for bootcamp classes and functional fitness
- Lap pool for serious swimmers
- Volleyball and basketball courts
The real genius? The design seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor space, so you're never stuck staring at walls during your workout.
Four Resort-Style Pools
Yes, four. And as residents with two young daughters, we can tell you they all serve different purposes:
- Family pools with shallow areas perfect for teaching kids to swim
- Lap pools for adults seeking exercise
- Leisure pools for relaxation
- Each pool area thoughtfully designed to prevent overcrowding even on peak summer weekends
Central Park: A 1.5-Mile Green Spine
Central Park isn't just a park—it's a continuous 1.5-mile greenway running through the heart of Harvest, connecting neighborhoods and amenities with trails, playgrounds, sports courts, and open green space.
We use these trails constantly—morning runs, evening family bike rides, walking the dog, or just getting the kids outside to burn energy. It's the kind of feature you don't appreciate until you live somewhere without it.
Social Spaces That Actually Get Used
Farmhouse Coffee & Treasures: A hundred-year-old farmhouse converted into a coffee shop. This isn't a Starbucks—it's a genuine gathering place where neighbors become friends over lattes and conversation.
The Back Porch, The Hall, The Front Porch, Event Lawn: Multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces that host everything from farmers markets to concerts to holiday celebrations.
The Dog Park: Spacious, well-maintained, and always busy with happy dogs and chatting owners.
The Lifestyle Program: What Sets Harvest Apart
Here's something most people don't realize until they live in a Hillwood community: the amenities are impressive, but the lifestyle program is what truly creates community.
Harvest employs a full-time, award-winning Lifestyle Manager who hosts over 300 events per year. These aren't just generic "movie night in the park" events (though those happen too). We're talking:
- Seasonal festivals and celebrations
- Hobby groups (gardening club, book club, running club, etc.)
- Kids' events and teen activities
- Fitness classes (yoga on the lawn, anyone?)
- Craft workshops and cooking classes
- Garage sales and community markets
- Holiday celebrations that bring hundreds of families together
As working parents running a real estate business, we genuinely appreciate that there's always something happening in Harvest. Our daughters have made friends through community events, we've connected with neighbors at festivals, and there's never a shortage of activities to fill weekends and evenings.
This is the Hillwood difference—they don't just build communities and walk away. They invest in lifestyle programming that turns neighbors into friends and subdivisions into genuine communities.
Schools: The Argyle ISD and Northwest ISD Advantage
One of Harvest's most valuable features is access to two of North Texas's top-performing school districts: Argyle ISD and Northwest ISD.
Three Elementary Schools On-Site
Depending on where your home is located within Harvest, students attend one of three elementary schools actually within the community:
Argyle West Elementary (Argyle ISD)
Jane Ruestmann Elementary (Argyle ISD)
Lance Thompson Elementary (Northwest ISD)
Having elementary schools within walking or biking distance isn't just convenient—it creates a different childhood experience. Kids can safely walk to school with friends, parents can volunteer without long drives, and school pickup doesn't require battling traffic on major roads.
Award-Winning School Districts
Argyle ISD has earned an "A" rating from the Texas Education Agency and is a 12-time UIL Lone Star Cup winner, ranking it among the top districts in the entire state for academics, athletics, and fine arts.
Northwest ISD consistently ranks among the top large school districts in Texas, with outstanding academics, competitive athletics, and comprehensive programs.
As Hillwood realtors working with families relocating to North Texas, we can tell you that school quality is often the #1 factor in choosing where to live. Harvest delivers on this priority in a major way.
Builders and Home Options: Limited Opportunities Remaining
Hillwood partners with exceptional builders, and Harvest showcases some of the best in the business. As real estate professionals who've worked with buyers across all these builders, we can provide genuine insight into what each brings to Harvest.
Here's what many people don't realize: Harvest is well into its buildout, and new home opportunities are becoming increasingly limited. Some builders have completely closed out their sections. Others have only a handful of inventory homes remaining. A select few are still actively building, but available lots are dwindling quickly.
Current Builder Lineup at Harvest:
The community features an exceptional roster of builders including CB JENI Lifestyle Homes, Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Highland Homes, Taylor Morrison, Toll Brothers, and Tri Pointe Homes.
Each builder brings something unique—from energy-efficient designs perfect for modern families, to luxury custom homes with expansive lots and high-end finishes. Home prices across Harvest range from approximately $300,000 to well over $1 million, with options including:
- 31-foot lots (cottage-style, lower maintenance)
- 50-foot lots (traditional single-family)
- 60-foot lots (larger homes with more outdoor space)
- 70-foot lots (expansive properties)
- 80-foot and 100-foot lots (luxury custom homes)
- Townside Patio Homes (front yard maintenance included)
Why This Matters for Buyers
The opportunity to purchase new construction in Harvest is closing. Within the next year or two, Harvest will transition from an active new home community to a resale-only market. Once these final homes are sold, your only option will be to wait for existing homeowners to list their properties—and in a community this desirable, prime resale inventory tends to move quickly and often at premium prices.
The Resale Market: Strong Appreciation and the Importance of Expert Guidance
As Hillwood community Realtors who specialize in both new construction and resale homes in Harvest, we've witnessed firsthand how this community has performed in the resale market. Harvest has experienced healthy appreciation since its first homes were delivered, consistently outperforming many comparable communities in the Alliance Texas corridor.
Several factors contribute to Harvest's strong market performance:
- The unique agrihood lifestyle that buyers can't find elsewhere
- Award-winning Argyle ISD and Northwest ISD schools
- Exceptional amenities that remain relevant year after year
- Strong HOA and community standards that protect property values
- Limited inventory as the community nears buildout
- High demand from buyers seeking the Harvest lifestyle
However, success in the Harvest resale market isn't automatic. Like any neighborhood, achieving optimal results requires wise counsel from someone intimately familiar with the community. This includes understanding:
- School district zoning nuances - Which sections feed to which schools in Argyle ISD vs. Northwest ISD
- Strategic pricing - How different lot sizes and locations within Harvest compare. The original builder of the home can have an impact on resale value.
- Community strengths - The most desirable sections and why certain areas command premium pricing
- Educated buyer communication - Speaking knowledgeably about amenities, lifestyle programming, HOA structure, and what makes Harvest unique
Harvest is a desirable community, but it's not foolproof. Well-priced homes in strong locations with proper marketing perform well. Overpriced homes or those marketed by agents unfamiliar with the community's unique features can sit longer than expected. The difference often comes down to representation by someone who truly knows Harvest - not just as a Realtor, but as a resident who lives the lifestyle daily.
If you're considering Harvest, you essentially have two paths:
- New Construction (Limited Time): Purchase one of the remaining new homes from builders while opportunities still exist. This allows you to customize selections, choose from available lots, and potentially negotiate builder incentives.
- Resale Market: Resale homes offer the advantage of established landscaping, mature trees, and the ability to see exactly what you're getting—but competition can be strong when desirable homes become available.
As experts in both the new construction and resale markets within Harvest, we can help you navigate either path and determine which makes the most sense for your timeline, budget, and priorities.
Why Work With Harvest Residents and Hillwood Experts
If you've been considering Harvest, now is the time to act. As Hillwood community Realtors with direct builder relationships, real-time knowledge of available inventory, and extensive experience in the Harvest resale market, we can help you navigate:
- Which builders still have available lots or inventory homes
- Current builder incentives and pricing
- Which sections of Harvest still have opportunities
- How to move quickly on limited new construction inventory
- Navigating the new construction process with each builder
- Evaluating resale opportunities when they become available
- Understanding appreciation trends and property value performance
- Comparing new construction vs. resale options based on your needs
The specific availability changes weekly—sometimes daily. Rather than providing outdated information here, we invite you to contact us directly for current new construction inventory, upcoming resale listings, pricing, and opportunities across all Harvest options.
Harvest Town Center: Shopping and Dining at Your Doorstep
One of the most exciting developments in Harvest is the ongoing construction of Harvest Town Center, a 120-acre mixed-use retail and commercial district located right within the community.
Tom Thumb Coming Spring 2026
The crown jewel of Harvest Town Center is the Tom Thumb grocery store currently under construction, scheduled to open in Spring 2026. As residents, we cannot overstate how convenient this will be—high-quality groceries within walking or biking distance means less time driving to Roanoke or Highland Village for everyday needs.
Harvest House: Luxury Multifamily Living
Hillwood Multifamily broke ground in 2025 on Harvest House, a 349-unit luxury apartment and townhome community adjacent to Harvest Town Center. This development features:
- 259 upscale apartments
- 90 spacious townhomes with private yards
- First luxury multifamily community within Argyle ISD
- Walking distance to Harvest Town Center retail and dining
- Access to Harvest amenities
- Expected opening: Early 2026
As Hillwood experts, we see Harvest House as a smart addition that adds housing diversity while maintaining the quality standards Hillwood is known for.
Location: Where Harvest Sits in the Alliance Texas Corridor
Harvest is strategically located at the intersection of I-35W and FM 407 in Argyle and Northlake, Texas—right in the heart of the Alliance Texas corridor that Hillwood has developed over the past several decades.
Proximity to Major Employment Centers:
- AllianceTexas: 10-15 minutes (590 companies, 66,000+ jobs)
- DFW Airport: 20 minutes
- Downtown Fort Worth: 25 minutes
- Downtown Dallas: 45 minutes
- Denton: 11 miles north
Nearby Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment:
- Alliance Town Center
- Roanoke restaurants and boutiques
- Highland Village shopping
- Texas Motor Speedway
- Tanger Outlets
- Easy access to everything Fort Worth and Dallas offer
As residents and realtors, we appreciate that Harvest feels like a peaceful retreat while keeping us connected to major employment, shopping, dining, and entertainment throughout the metroplex.
Living in Harvest: The Real Experience
We could list amenities and features all day, but here's what life in Harvest actually feels like:
Weekend mornings often start with coffee at Farmhouse Coffee, where we run into neighbors and catch up on community news. The kids might have a soccer game at one of the sports fields, or we'll take a family bike ride through Central Park.
Weekday evenings mean walking the dog through the neighborhood, maybe walk past the gardens to admire the wildflowers, or letting the kids play at one of the many playgrounds while parents chat.
Community events genuinely bring people together. The fall festival, summer concerts, holiday celebrations—these aren't sparsely attended afterthoughts. They're well-attended, professionally organized events that create the sense of community people are seeking when they move to a master-planned development.
The schools mean our daughters are within walking distance to their elementary school, and we're actively involved in a campus that's right in our community.
The variety of people who've chosen Harvest keeps things interesting—young families, established professionals, empty nesters, people relocating from across the country—all drawn to the unique lifestyle Harvest offers.
Why We Chose Harvest (And Why We're Hillwood Advocates)
As real estate professionals, we could have chosen to live anywhere in the Alliance Texas corridor. We've sold homes in dozens of communities, worked with every major builder, and seen it all.
We chose Harvest—and we actively help our clients discover Hillwood communities—because we believe in the Hillwood difference:
Long-term vision: Hillwood doesn't just build subdivisions. They create communities designed to thrive for generations, with thoughtful planning, quality construction standards, and ongoing investment in lifestyle programming.
Amenities that matter: The amenities aren't checking boxes—they're genuinely designed around how people actually live and what brings communities together.
Quality builders: Hillwood partners with respected builders who share their commitment to quality and customer service.
Lifestyle programming: The investment in full-time lifestyle management and hundreds of annual events creates genuine community connection.
Location within AllianceTexas: Being part of Hillwood's broader 27,000-acre AllianceTexas development means we're in a region with massive ongoing investment, job growth, and infrastructure development.
As both Harvest residents and Hillwood community experts, we have a unique perspective. We don't just sell these homes—we live this lifestyle. And we genuinely believe it offers something special that's increasingly rare in suburban North Texas.
Considering Harvest or Other Hillwood Communities?
Whether you're relocating to North Texas, looking to upgrade within the DFW area, or specifically seeking the agrihood lifestyle Harvest offers, we'd love to share our insider knowledge with you.
As Harvest residents and Hillwood community Realtors specializing in communities throughout the Alliance Texas corridor (including Pecan Square in Northlake and Treeline in Justin), we offer perspective beyond typical real estate representation:
✅ Personal experience living in a Hillwood community
✅ Professional expertise helping buyers navigate builders, floor plans, and pricing
✅ Community knowledge from actually using the amenities and participating in the lifestyle
✅ Hillwood specialization across multiple communities in the corridor
✅ School district expertise (Argyle ISD, Northwest ISD)
✅ New construction and resale market expertise in Harvest
✅ Direct builder relationships for current inventory and incentives
✅ Appreciation trends knowledge from years of tracking Harvest property values
We understand the buying process with Harvest builders, we know the best times to buy and which builders offer the best value, and we can guide you through selecting the right lot, floor plan, and community section for your family's needs.
Ready to explore Harvest or other Hillwood communities?
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Quick Facts: Harvest by Hillwood
Size: 1,200 acres
Location: Argyle & Northlake, Texas (I-35W & FM 407)
Developer: Hillwood Communities
Total Homes at Buildout: 4,000+
School Districts: Argyle ISD & Northwest ISD
Three Elementary Schools On-Site
HOA: Yes (varies by lot size and location)
Home Prices: From approximately $310,000 to $3,900,000+
Builders: 10 premier builders with multiple collections
Community Type: Agrihood / Master-Planned Community
About Miranda Realty Team
We specialize in new construction and Hillwood communities throughout the Alliance Texas corridor, including Harvest (Argyle/Northlake), Pecan Square (Northlake), and Treeline (Justin). As Harvest residents and Hillwood community experts, we combine personal experience with professional expertise to help buyers find their perfect home in these exceptional developments.
Our mission: help you love where you live and profit when you leave.
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