DFW New Construction · Forney TX New Construction · Gateway Parks
Ashton Woods · Forney, TX
Living in Gateway Parks, Forney TX: New Construction Homes, Schools and Things to Know
Gateway Parks sits right by US-80 and Gateway Blvd, steps from the new H-E-B, with Willett Elementary inside the community. Ashton Woods builds design-forward homes on 60-foot homesites here.
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Last updated: October 2026 · Up to 120 current Gateway Parks listings are shown below this guide.
Gateway Parks at a Glance
| Builder(s) | Ashton Woods |
| Builder pricing | Plans from about $394,000, move-in homes from about $359,000 (October 2026) |
| Homes for sale now | 12 active listings from $288,000 to $469,000 (October 2026) |
| Homes | About 2,320 to 3,480 sq ft, 3 to 5 bedrooms |
| Homesites | 60' homesites |
| HOA | About $75 per month (about $900 per year) |
| Schools | Forney ISD — Willett Elementary, Rhea Intermediate, Themer Middle School, Forney High School |
| Location | Near US-80 and Gateway Blvd, by H-E-B |
What Buyers Love About Gateway Parks
- Willett Elementary inside the community
- Resort-style pool, splash park and fitness center
- Walk or bike to H-E-B and US-80 shopping
- Roomy 60-foot homesites
- No MUD or PID per the builder
Ashton Woods is the main builder now, and quick move-in homes have been carrying price cuts, so there may be room to negotiate. Builder prices, incentives and HOA dues change often. Carlee confirms school zoning, HOA and tax rates by address for her buyers before contract.
Schools Serving Gateway Parks
Forney ISD: Serves more than 20,000 students, with enrollment projected to approach 30,000 by 2034-35. Uses a K-4 elementary, 5-6 intermediate, 7-8 middle and 9-12 high school structure, with two high schools: Forney High School and North Forney High School. Keith Bell Opportunity Central (The OC) offers Dallas College dual credit and career programs and includes a 600-seat theater and 7,500-seat arena.
Willett Elementary
Grades K-4 | Forney ISD elementary near US-80 and Gateway Blvd; the campus broke ground for a fall 2022 opening. |
Rhea Intermediate
Grades 5-6 | Forney ISD intermediate school serving south Forney; it hosts a Fine Arts Academy for grades 5-6. |
Themer Middle School
Grades 7-8 | Forney ISD middle school serving the Gateway Blvd area south of US-80; one of four middle schools in the district. |
Forney High School
Grades 9-12 | Forney ISD's original high school, serving the south and east side of the district; students can add dual-credit and career courses at Opportunity Central. |
School zoning and feeder patterns change as Forney grows, so Carlee checks every address with the district before you buy.
Living Near Gateway Parks: Shopping, Parks and Commute
- Where it is: Near US-80 and Gateway Blvd (75126)
- Groceries and shopping: H-E-B at US-80 and Gateway Blvd plus the US-80 and FM 548 retail corridor
- Parks and recreation: Resort-style pool, splash park, fitness center, event lawn, playground and hike-and-bike trails
- Downtown Dallas: about 30 min
- Forney town center: about 5 min to H-E-B at Gateway Blvd
- Highway access: US-80 at Gateway Blvd
Approximate off-peak drive times from Forney: Downtown Dallas about 25-35 min via US-80 and I-30; Mesquite about 15-20 min via US-80; Rockwall about 20 min via FM 740 or FM 548; Dallas Love Field about 40-45 min via US-80 and I-30; DFW Airport about 45-50 min via I-30 or I-635; Terrell about 15-20 min via US-80.
Gateway Parks Questions Buyers Ask
Who builds in Gateway Parks?
Ashton Woods is building in Gateway Parks today, on 60-foot homesites.
Is there a school in Gateway Parks?
Yes. Willett Elementary is located inside the community, and homes feed Rhea Intermediate, Themer Middle School and Forney High School.
What is near Gateway Parks?
The new H-E-B at US-80 and Gateway Blvd is right next door, along with quick US-80 access toward Mesquite and Dallas.
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