What Is Landmark by Hillwood in Denton, TX?

Landmark is the largest residential development in Denton’s history. Hillwood, the Perot family’s real estate company, is building it on 3,200 acres along I-35W at Robson Ranch Road, on the city’s southwest side in the 76207 zip code.

At full buildout, the community will include 6,000 single-family homes, about 3,000 multifamily units, and 900 acres of commercial space, according to Hillwood Communities. Hillwood estimates it could add 20,000 to 25,000 residents to Denton over the next two to three decades. For context on what Denton looks like right now, this post on moving to Denton, TX covers the full picture.

Phase 1, which includes almost 750 single-family lots, broke ground in September 2024. Model homes from nine builders are opening in Spring 2026, with the first closings expected by summer 2026. Hillwood pegs the project’s total value at $10 billion.

Which Builders Are Selling at Landmark?

Nine builders are active in Phase 1, covering lot sizes from 40-foot to 70-foot pads:

Not every builder has released pricing yet. As sales offices open through Spring and Summer 2026, the remaining builders will fill out the range between M/I’s entry point and Toll Brothers at the top. If you’re looking for some other options, this post on new construction in Denton covers all the active communities and builders across the city.

What Do Homes Cost at Landmark in Denton?

M/I Homes is the entry point in Phase 1, with their Cottage Series starting in the mid-$360,000s on 40-foot lots. That’s well below the Denton County median of about $425,000, according to Redfin as of February 2026.

Highland Homes covers the mid-range, offering 13 floor plans on 50-foot lots from the high $400,000s. Quick move-in homes from Highland are already listed between $536,000 and $658,000 with estimated completion dates in summer 2026.

Toll Brothers will serve the upper end, with pricing expected to start from the low $700,000s. David Weekley, American Legend, Coventry, Drees, Perry, and Tri Pointe haven’t released full pricing yet, but they’ll fill the range between M/I and Toll Brothers as sales offices open.

For buyers comparing Landmark to other new construction options in Denton, the zip code guide breaks down pricing and character by area.

What Amenities Are Planned at Landmark?

Landmark reserves about 1,100 of its 3,200 acres for parks, trails, and open space. That’s roughly a third of the entire development.

The trail system, once complete, will cover 35 miles of paved and unpaved paths connecting neighborhoods to parks, schools, and commercial areas. The plan includes 41 community parks, with the largest spanning 300 acres. Pilot Knob, the highest point in Denton at 830 feet, will anchor an observation tower at the center of the development.

The Hilltop amenity center includes a resort-style pool, outdoor amphitheater and stage, dog park, and fitness center. The plan also includes STEAM-focused learning parks designed as outdoor educational spaces.

On the commercial side, 900 acres are set aside for retail, restaurants, offices, and entertainment. The anchor is Denton’s first H-E-B, located at a 45-acre retail corner at I-35W and Robson Ranch Road, with an expected opening in early 2027.

What Are the Property Taxes at Landmark?

Landmark falls within Denton city limits and Denton ISD, which gives it a base tax rate of about 1.99%.

Whether Landmark will carry MUD or PID assessments on top of that base rate hasn’t been confirmed publicly as of March 2026. For a development this size, special taxing districts are common in Denton County because they fund the infrastructure a new community needs to function, including roads, water lines, parks, and drainage systems. If MUD/PID taxes apply, the effective rate could push into the 2.5% to 3.0%+ range.

On a $500,000 home, that base rate translates to roughly $10,000 per year before exemptions. With MUD/PID additions, the total could run $12,000 to $17,000 or more. For a deeper look at how MUD and PID districts work across Texas, see this post on MUDs in Texas or this one on PIDs in Texas.

The HOA at Landmark is $1,600 per year, according to Hillwood.

What Schools Serve Landmark in Denton?

Landmark falls within Denton ISD, which holds an A-minus rating on Niche for 2026. Current Phase 1 zoning feeds into E.P. Rayzor Elementary, Harpool Middle School, and Guyer High School.

The master plan includes three onsite Denton ISD schools, but those won’t be built until later phases when enrollment from the community warrants them. Until then, students will attend existing campuses.

If school district boundaries are a factor in your decision, this post on Denton ISD covers the full district setup, including how to verify which schools serve your specific address.

What Are the Cons of Buying at Landmark?

Early-phase construction

You’re buying into a community that will be under active construction for years, possibly decades. Phase 1 covers about 750 of the planned 6,000+ single-family homes. The trails, parks, and commercial development described in the master plan won’t all exist on move-in day, and some amenities are tied to later phases.

MUD/PID tax uncertainty

The final tax picture at Landmark isn’t public yet. Special taxing districts are common for developments this size in Denton County, and if they apply here, the annual property tax bill could be significantly higher than the base rate suggests.

Distance from downtown Denton

Landmark’s location on the southwest side of Denton, near the Argyle border, puts it farther from downtown Denton and the university area than some buyers would like. If you want walkability to the Square or proximity to UNT, the drive from Landmark adds about 10 to 15 minutes compared to neighborhoods closer to the city center.