DFW New Construction · Forney TX New Construction · Lakewood Trails
D.R. Horton · Forney, TX
Living in Lakewood Trails, Forney TX: New Construction Homes, Schools and Things to Know
Lakewood Trails is a D.R. Horton neighborhood with four-bedroom plans, a pool and a fishing pond, less than a mile from Forney High School. It is a practical pick for growing families who want space and a short school run.
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Last updated: October 2026 · Up to 120 current Lakewood Trails listings are shown below this guide.
Lakewood Trails at a Glance
| Builder(s) | D.R. Horton |
| Builder pricing | From about $330,000 (October 2026) |
| Homes for sale now | 9 active listings from $330,490 to $401,490 (October 2026) |
| Homes | About 1,830 to 2,970 sq ft, 4 bedrooms |
| HOA | About $55 per month (about $660 per year) |
| Schools | Forney ISD — Henderson Elementary, Rhea Intermediate, Warren Middle School, Forney High School |
| Location | Off FM 741 via Lakemont Dr, south of US-80 |
What Buyers Love About Lakewood Trails
- Every plan has 4 bedrooms
- Pool, pool house and playground
- Fishing pond and walking paths
- Forney High School under a mile away
- Straightforward D.R. Horton value
Lakewood Trails is a smaller, simpler neighborhood, so expect a neighborhood pool and pond rather than a big master-plan amenity package. 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 Lakewood Trails
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.
Henderson Elementary
Grades PK-4 | Forney ISD elementary serving south Forney near FM 741; it feeds Rhea Intermediate and Forney High School. |
Rhea Intermediate
Grades 5-6 | Forney ISD intermediate school serving south Forney; it hosts a Fine Arts Academy for grades 5-6. |
Warren Middle School
Grades 7-8 | Forney ISD middle school serving south and east Forney; it feeds Forney High School. |
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 Lakewood Trails: Shopping, Parks and Commute
- Where it is: South Forney off FM 741 via Lakemont Dr (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: Pool, pool house, playground, fishing pond and walking paths
- Downtown Dallas: about 30 min
- Forney town center: about 10 min to H-E-B and US-80 retail
- Highway access: FM 741 to US-80
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.
Lakewood Trails Questions Buyers Ask
Who builds in Lakewood Trails?
D.R. Horton builds the new homes in Lakewood Trails.
What size homes are in Lakewood Trails?
Plans run about 1,830 to 2,970 square feet, all with four bedrooms and 2-car garages.
What schools serve Lakewood Trails?
Homes are in Forney ISD, with Henderson Elementary, Rhea Intermediate, Warren Middle School and Forney High School.
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