Tri Pointe Homes has acquired land for two new single-family home developments in Leander, a suburb north of Austin. The company plans to begin construction on 150 home lots next summer, reflecting confidence in the ongoing expansion of Austin’s suburban areas.
Bryan Havel, president of Tri Pointe Homes’ Austin division, said that Leander stands out among the region’s suburbs. “Leander is definitely one of the stronger submarkets,” Havel said.
Recent data from CoStar and the U.S. Census Bureau shows that Leander experienced significant population growth between 2023 and 2024, adding 7,000 residents—a 9 percent increase—making it the fastest-growing suburb in the area. In comparison, Georgetown grew by 2,400 people and Austin added 4,000 residents during the same period. While Austin’s population growth has slowed since its tech boom years, suburban communities like Leander continue to attract new residents.
Havel noted shifts in the housing market: “The whole market is going through a kind of right-sizing, if you will.” Some real estate agents now describe Austin as a buyer’s market for certain property types such as condos and luxury homes. However, selling homes appears to be easier in surrounding suburbs.
Tri Pointe’s upcoming projects are called Ridgeview Reserve and Noven. Both will feature one- and two-story homes ranging from 3,500 to 4,400 square feet on 70-foot lots. Ridgeview Reserve will have space for 42 homes near Rouse High School at Raider Way and Woodview Drive—an area recently improved with new crosswalks and bike lanes by city officials. Noven will include 108 homes less than three miles away on County Road 177.
