It may be hard to imagine that buying a new home in Dallas’ sizzling, headline-grabbing housing market could even be possible. At the same time, it may be equally hard to imagine that opportunities to purchase the home you’ve always wanted are available here and now.

Imagine no longer—thanks to Lennar’s new communities with new homes for sale in North Texas’s most sought-after cities. Even more new Lennar homes are coming soon, too.

Two conveniently located Lennar communities, University Place, with new homes for sale in Dallas, TX and Lakewood Hills with new homes for sale in Lewisville, TX, showcase nearly 30 beautiful new-home designs combined. There’s something for everyone with unique floorplans you won’t find anywhere else.

Among the 13 new home plans available at Lakewood Hills, some include a dedicated media room and the innovative Next Gen® design. The Next Gen® plan features a private first-floor suite with a kitchenette, full bath and living area—ideal for multigenerational living.

High-end features are included throughout every new home, too. Lakewood Hills’ designs provide such elegant upgrades as quartz countertops in the island kitchen, luxury baths in the lavish owners suite, and smart-home technology with The Connected Home by Lennar™.

In other words, Everything’s Included™. That’s Lennar’s signature suite of features most other homebuilders consider “add-ons,” passing those costs onto you. In fact, everything’s included in every new Lennar home.

Lakewood Hills, which also boasts such amenities as a swimming pool, a picnic area, and a playground, lies about 15 miles from DFW International Airport and Grapevine Mills Mall.

A mere 10 miles from Lakewood Hills, Lennar’s University Place offers even more upscale homebuying opportunities. Among the community’s 15 designs, some include theater rooms, as well as other features similar to those offered in new homes at Lakewood Hills. University Place offers serenity a mere 16 miles from Dallas’s dazzling downtown.

That’s just the beginning. Coming soon, Trinity West is tucked just 3 miles from Trammel Crow Park, downtown Dallas’ recreational gem, and an easy 15-minute stroll from Fish Trap Lake. The intimate community is expected to open next year.

To learn how to take advantage of opportunities most homebuyers might not believe could exist nowadays in the Metroplex, contact Lennar’s Dallas-Fort Worth Internet New Home Sales Coordinators at (866) 314-4477.

If you’ve decided to host for Christmas or New Year’s, you’ve probably gone through quite a few Pinterest searches looking for ways to decorate in preparation for your guests. But after hanging your garland and setting up your tree, it may still feel like your home isn’t quite done. Even if you plan on keeping the décor to a minimum, adding thoughtful touches for your guests will elevate the experience and get everyone in the holiday spirit.

Themed food or grazing boards

This one is pretty simple. Your favorite seasonal dishes like stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce or honey glazed ham will instantly feel festive. If you’re not cooking or you’ve decided to have dinner catered, you can easily make a grazing or charcuterie board feel more seasonal simply by adding some holiday treats. A board with candy canes, white chocolate, marshmallows, cinnamon sticks and peppermint goodies will not go unnoticed.

Seasonal cocktails or mocktails

Whether it’s a simple hot chocolate or a cold drink that adds a different kind of warmth, a themed cocktail or mocktail will be appreciated. Bonus points if you add cinnamon sticks, sprigs of rosemary, or cranberries for a stylish and delicious touch.

Scented candles and hand soap

Holiday scents like pine, vanilla, balsam, clove and cinnamon are distinctive and nostalgic. Scented candles lit throughout the home will effortlessly transform your space into a winter wonderland, even if you’ve decided to go simple with the decorations. If you’re lighting multiple candles, it’s a good idea to stick either to one scent or light some unscented ones to balance out to the fragrance.

And don’t forget to swap out your regular hand soaps for seasonal options!

Guest room amenities baskets

Amenities baskets aren’t always so simple to do, but if you’ve got a lot of stuff laying around the house that you don’t need – such as stocking stuffers that you aren’t going to use, extra hand sanitizer bottles, candles you don’t need, or even some snacks in the pantry – they can be a thoughtful touch for your guests without you having to go overboard. And if they don’t need the goodies, they can always just leave them behind.

This is also a good place to include important information such as the wifi password, emergency phone numbers, and lock box or garage codes.

Seasonal florals

The great thing about the holiday season is that the florals tend to last a pretty long time. Evergreens are named such for a reason! Pinecones, eucalyptus, poinsettias and dried arrangements all look great this time of year, too.

If you’re looking to get crafty, making a wreath is a great way to get in the holiday spirit – and you can easily get the kids or guests involved for a group project.

The holidays are a stressful time of year, whether you’re hosting or not. But adding thoughtful touches can be as effortless as purchasing a scented hand soap instead of your regular go-to – and these little additions can go a long way to make your guests feel comfortable in your Lennar home.

Lennar unveiled two new model homes at Gossamer Grove masterplan in Shafter. The  new model homes, the Alpenglow and Solstice are part of the Skye series home designs. Located at 7th Standard and Calloway, these beautiful new model homes are ready to view and are open for self-guided tours from 8am until 8pm, seven days a week.

“These new home designs offer home shoppers thoughtful design details intended for today’s lifestyle,”  said Susan Wilke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Lennar Central Valley. “The Solstice offers the signature Next Gen® suite, making it easy for buyers to envision how the suite can be used, whether it’s for living with older relatives, working from home, or schooling with the kids. Anyone who steps foot inside of one of these model homes will instantly fall in love.”

The Alpenglow spans approximately 2,376 square feet in size with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, while the Solstice offers approximately 2,570 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms between the main home and the Next Gen® suite. Both plans are single-story homes. Each home comes complete with Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, offering plenty of popular features and upgrades available at no extra cost, including integrated smart home technology, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances and bright white kitchens with quartz countertops.

Residents enjoy a wide range of convenient onsite amenities at Gossamer Grove that make it easy to get outside and stay active. Parks, picnic areas and trails are ideal for enjoying sunny afternoons and taking walks, while baseball and soccer fields as well as basketball, tennis, volleyball and future pickleball courts make it easy to enjoy a variety of sports and activities.

Situated just north of Bakersfield in Kern County, Shafter is a farming town with lots of local crops including nuts, cotton, grapes, and plenty of vegetables. Shafter-Minter Field is known for being the site where the first human-powered aircraft, the Gossamer Condor, took flight, later winning the Kremer prize.

These two new models join the 11 others already open at Gossamer Grove. The 13 models are open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm for self-guided tours. Call today and let us know if you have a desired floorplan or home in mind. Call 661-360-1217 to get more information or visit https://www.lennar.com/new-homes/california/central-california/shafter/gossamer-grove.

About Lennar Corporation

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of Lennar’s homes and, through LMF Commercial, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. LENX drives Lennar’s technology, innovation and strategic investments. For more information about Lennar, please visit www.lennar.com.