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DR Horton, entry-level scale.
D.R. Horton is a major Houston production builder with three brand tiers: Express Homes, D.R. Horton, and Emerald Homes. This page covers where the active listings are and what to check before you sign.
The short answer
What does a new D.R. Horton home cost in Houston right now?
I’m Eddie Weir, a REALTOR® with REMAX Signature. On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings).
Updated September 2026 · Data: Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS
Counts and asking-price bands describe the saved September 24 listing sample; confirm today’s availability for the specific home.
What DR Horton Is
America’s largest homebuilder. Three brands, full spectrum.
Compare the specific homes on their floor plans, included features, total price, completion date and written warranty. An independent inspection and a review of the contract help you evaluate the home beyond the model-home presentation.
What DR Horton Is
D.R. Horton (NYSE: DHI) builds in Houston under Express Homes, the D.R. Horton name, and Emerald Homes. On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings).
What DR Horton Isn’t
Compare the specific homes on their floor plans, included features, total price, completion date and written warranty. An independent inspection and a review of the contract help you evaluate the home beyond the model-home presentation.
Who DR Horton Fits
Buyers comparing D.R. Horton. On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings).
New Construction · Greater Houston
D.R. Horton for sale, right now.
A look at what’s active from D.R. Horton across Greater Houston, with prices that range widely by community and size.
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D.R. Horton homes in Houston.
D.R. Horton is the largest U.S. homebuilder by volume, building new homes across many Greater Houston communities at a wide range of price points and floor plans.
Founded in Texas
Started in 1978 by Donald R. Horton; the company is publicly traded on the NYSE under ticker DHI.
Builds Across Houston
Active in master-planned and suburban communities throughout Greater Houston, from Katy and Cypress to Conroe and beyond.
Many Floor Plans
Offers a broad selection of single-story and two-story layouts, with options sized from first-time buyers to larger households.
Wide Price Range
Spans entry-level Express Homes into more upscale Emerald Homes, covering a broad span of budgets and sizes.
Scale and Tiers
Recognized for high build volume, multiple brand tiers, and included features packaged into many of its plans.
New Construction
Inventory includes move-in-ready homes and to-be-built options, with availability changing as communities open and sell.
Newest active D.R. Horton listings across Greater Houston per the Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS. Builder names and logos identify each builder’s homes.
By the Numbers
DR Horton pricing, plain language.
On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings).
Active new-construction list
$246,000 to $410,000
801 active new-construction listings on September 24, 2026, 10th to 90th percentile. Closed median $300,000 for 822 homes, June 1 to August 31, 2026. Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS. This is list price, not a brochure base price.
Floor Plan Library
100+ plans
Across all three Houston brand tiers. Plan availability varies dramatically by community, brand, and phase.
Houston Master-Planned Communities Active
By location
The largest groups of active D.R. Horton new-construction listings on September 24, 2026 were Tamarron (98), Silverthorne (39), Sunterra (37). Those figures are listing counts, not prices. Cross Creek Ranch is not still selling new homes. Johnson Development said the last newly built home sold on May 4, 2026. Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS.
Brand Tiers Active
3 brands
Express Homes, D.R. Horton, and Emerald Homes. The price band on this page is the combined active list, not a brochure price for one brand.
The DR Horton brand-vs-brand decision matters more than most buyers realize. Express Homes and D.R. Horton mainline overlap in some communities — you can sometimes get a slightly larger D.R. Horton floor plan for similar money to a Express Homes plan because the brand-tier positioning depends on community and phase, not absolute price. Ask which DR Horton brand is active in any community you’re considering, and compare floor plans across both brands before committing.
Community comparison
Where the saved listings were concentrated
These were the three largest community groups in this builder’s September 24, 2026 new-construction listing sample. They are listing counts, not builder prices or confirmation of availability today. Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS.
Tamarron
98 new-construction listings in the September 24, 2026 sample.
Silverthorne
39 new-construction listings in the September 24, 2026 sample.
Use the current listings above, then confirm the available home, lot, school assignment and included features for the address before planning a visit.
Standard vs. Upgrade
The three things nobody tells you about DR Horton’s brand-tier structure.
DR Horton’s multi-brand structure is a feature, not a bug — but it means three things every Houston DR Horton buyer should understand before committing.
What’s Standard
Express Homes, the D.R. Horton mainline, and Emerald Homes are three brand tiers with different floor plans and finish packages. Each has its own design center and warranty registration. The combined active list is in the numbers above.
Brand Tier Selection
Where more than one D.R. Horton brand is selling in the same community, compare the floor plans before you lock a plan. Cross Creek Ranch is not still selling new homes. Johnson Development said the last newly built home sold on May 4, 2026.
The Lot Premium Math
Request the price sheet for the exact homesite and confirm what the quoted price includes. For a build-to-order home, separate the base plan, lot premium and selected options. For an inventory home, confirm the lot and installed options already included in the asking price so they are not counted twice.
Why People Pick DR Horton
Volume, broad coverage, and multi-brand reach.
Compare the specific homes on their floor plans, included features, total price, completion date and written warranty. An independent inspection and a review of the contract help you evaluate the home beyond the model-home presentation.
On the buyer-agent side, DR Horton plays the standard new-construction game across all three brands. The on-site sales agent represents DR Horton, not you. I register on day one before the on-site team claims the lead, walk through which DR Horton brand and floor-plan tier actually fits your priorities (sometimes a slightly larger D.R. Horton mainline plan beats a stretched Express plan for similar money), negotiate the incentive package and rate buy-down, and review the contract before signing. In practically every case, the builder pays my compensation — I confirm it with the builder before our first visit.
DR Horton FAQ
The questions DR Horton buyers actually ask.
Is DR Horton a good builder?
Compare the specific homes on their floor plans, included features, total price, completion date and written warranty. An independent inspection and a review of the contract help you evaluate the home beyond the model-home presentation.
What’s the average price of a DR Horton home in Houston?
On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings).
Which Houston master-planned communities have DR Horton?
The largest groups of active D.R. Horton new-construction listings on September 24, 2026 were Tamarron (98), Silverthorne (39), Sunterra (37). Those figures are listing counts, not prices. Cross Creek Ranch is not still selling new homes. Johnson Development said the last newly built home sold on May 4, 2026. Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS.
What’s the difference between DR Horton, Express Homes, and Emerald Homes?
All three are D.R. Horton brand tiers. Express Homes, the D.R. Horton mainline, and Emerald Homes use different floor plans and finish packages. On September 24, 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS showed 801 active D.R. Horton new-construction listings. Most of that list, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, was $246,000 to $410,000. Homes that closed June 1 to August 31, 2026 had a median price of $300,000 (822 closings). Compare the plan and included features for the brand you are considering.
How long does DR Horton take to build a home in Houston?
A DR Horton dirt-start home typically takes 5-8 months from contract to close — faster than most mid-tier builders because of the volume-operating model. Inventory homes (already started or completed) close in 30-60 days. DR Horton typically carries deeper inventory than smaller builders, especially in entry-tier communities through the Express Homes line.
Does DR Horton negotiate price?
Ask about the current price and incentive offer on the specific home. Compare a price reduction with lender credits, rate buy-downs and other concessions using the full loan terms and closing costs.
Do I need a REALTOR® to buy a DR Horton home?
Yes. The on-site sales agent represents DR Horton, not you. As your buyer’s agent I register on day one before the on-site team claims the lead, walk through which DR Horton brand and floor-plan tier actually fits your priorities, negotiate incentive package and rate buy-down, and review the contract before signing. In practically every case, the builder pays my compensation — I confirm it with the builder before our first visit.
What’s DR Horton’s warranty?
DR Horton offers a tiered warranty: 10-year structural, 2-year systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC), and 1-year workmanship coverage. Industry-standard structure across all three brand tiers (Express, mainline, Emerald). Read the actual warranty document for precise scope, especially the structural piece, since ‘structural’ has a narrow legal definition tighter than most buyers expect.
Compare Houston Builders
Shopping D.R. Horton against the rest of the field?
Builder bands below show the 10th to 90th percentile of active new-construction asking prices on September 24, 2026. Houston Association of REALTORS® MLS. They describe that saved listing sample, not builder base prices or today’s inventory. Follow a builder guide for current listings.
- Starlight Homes$220,000 to $330,000
- D.R. Horton$246,000 to $410,000 · you are here
- K. Hovnanian$295,000 to $542,000
- Coventry Homes
- Chesmar Homes
- Meritage Homes$244,000 to $439,000
- Perry Homes$406,000 to $750,000
- Westin Homes
- David Weekley Homes$376,000 to $657,000
- Highland Homes$394,000 to $750,000
- Toll Brothers$469,000 to $989,000
Start from the top: the Houston new construction guide — every builder side by side, plus what is negotiable before you sign. Also worth reading: Houston builder incentives decoded.
Ready to talk through DR Horton?
I’ll pull current DR Horton inventory across all three brands (Express, mainline, Emerald) in the communities that fit your priorities, walk through which brand-and-floor-plan tier delivers the best value for your budget, and lay out the lot premium, design-center allowance, and rate buy-down options worth negotiating. Bring me on day one of model-home tours and I’ll register as your buyer’s agent before the on-site team claims the lead.
