New Construction Homes in the Conroe Area: Builder Checklist

Conroe has a large share of the new construction in Montgomery County, from master-planned communities along I-45 to smaller subdivisions off Loop 336 and SH 105. Grand Central Park, a Johnson Development community, is one example. New homes come with warranties and modern layouts, and also with costs you should check in writing. See listings on the Conroe TX real estate hub.

Total cost, not base price

• Taxes: many new communities include a municipal utility district (MUD). Verify every taxing unit on the Montgomery Central Appraisal District (MCAD) site.
• HOA: ask for dues, any amenity fees and the rules.
• Lot premiums and upgrades: get the full price with the options you actually want.
• Incentives: compare the total cost with and without the builder's preferred lender and title company.

Bring your own agent

The onsite sales consultant represents the builder. Most builders require your agent to register on the first visit, so bring your agent or call ahead.

Inspections and warranty

Use an independent inspector at pre-drywall and at the final walk-through. Schedule an 11-month warranty inspection so items are reported before the first-year coverage ends. Read the warranty to see what is covered and for how long.

Drainage and flood

Ask about the community's drainage and detention plan and check the lot on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center. Get an insurance quote before you sign.

Resale competition later

When you sell, you may compete with the builder's next phase. Redfin reports a Conroe median sale price of $324,845 for the three months ending September 2026, with 70 median days on market (Redfin, accessed October 31, 2026). Ask for resale comparables inside the community you are considering.

Selling first?

Estimate proceeds with the seller net sheet and home equity assessment, then request a seller strategy review to coordinate with your build timeline.

Walk the finished homes

Before you sign, tour homes the same builder completed a year or two ago in the same community. Look at how the finishes, drainage and landscaping are holding up, and read the warranty terms in full.

Schedule your own independent inspection before the drywall goes up and again before closing. A builder's warranty does not replace an inspector working for you, and catching issues early is simpler than fixing them after move-in.

Inventory home or to-be-built?

An inventory home that is finished or close to it lets you see exactly what you are buying and close in weeks. Builders often put their strongest incentives on these homes. A to-be-built home lets you choose the plan and finishes, but it can take months and the completion date can move. If you are selling a current home, match the choice to how firm your timeline is.

Common new-construction questions

What notices should I expect?

If the home is in a utility district, Texas law requires the seller to give you a notice describing the district and its tax rate. Compare it with the MCAD record.

Can I negotiate with a builder?

Usually on closing costs, rate buydowns or upgrades more than base price. Finished inventory tends to offer the most room.

Can I use my own lender?

Yes, though some incentives require the builder's lender. Compare written estimates side by side, including rate, points, fees and total cash to close.

What is planned next to my lot?

Ask for the community plan, including future phases, roads and commercial areas, and get any answers that matter to you in writing.

Next step

Book a buyer consultation before your first model home visit, or search Conroe homes.

Richard W. Garcia Jr., REALTOR® | Texas Real Estate Sales Agent License #841381 | Garcia Vet Homes | Brokered by eXp Realty, LLC, TREC broker license #603392.

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