DFW New Construction · Rockwall TX New Construction · The Homestead
Shaddock, Drees & Coventry · Rockwall, TX
Living in The Homestead, Rockwall TX: New Construction Homes, Schools and Things to Know
The Homestead is a 196-acre community on a former family farm in south Rockwall, with about 490 homes planned and an amenity center built partly from the original farmhouse materials.
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Last updated: October 2026 · Up to 120 current The Homestead listings are shown below this guide.
The Homestead at a Glance
| Builder(s) | Shaddock Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Coventry Homes |
| Builder pricing | From about $499,900 (October 2026) |
| Homes for sale now | 14 active listings from $574,990 to $774,990 (October 2026) |
| Homes | About 2,450 to 4,130 sq ft, 3 to 5 bedrooms |
| Homesites | 62- and 72-foot homesites; about 490 homes on 196 acres |
| Schools | Rockwall ISD — Sharon Shannon Elementary, Rockwall-Heath High School |
| Location | South Rockwall (75032) near FM 549, about 2 miles from Costco and Tom Thumb |
What Buyers Love About The Homestead
- Amenity center with farmhouse character
- Pool and pickleball courts
- About 50 acres set aside for Rockwall parks
- Three builders to compare
- Close to Costco and everyday shopping
The Homestead is still building out, so expect ongoing construction nearby for a while. 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 The Homestead
Rockwall ISD: Rockwall ISD earned an A rating in the Texas Education Agency's 2026 accountability ratings, along with 32 distinctions. The district served about 19,200 students in 2024-25, up about 13% from 2020-21. Two ninth grade campuses, one for Rockwall High School and one for Rockwall-Heath High School, opened in fall 2024 through the 2021 bond.
Sharon Shannon Elementary
Grades PK-6 | A Rockwall ISD elementary campus in Rockwall that served about 670 students in 2024-25. |
Rockwall-Heath High School
Grades 9-12 | Serves the south and Heath side of the district, with about 3,070 students in 2024-25 and a Ninth Grade Campus on S. John King Blvd that opened in 2024. |
School zoning and feeder patterns change as Rockwall grows, so Carlee checks every address with the district before you buy.
Living Near The Homestead: Shopping, Parks and Commute
- Where it is: South Rockwall (75032) near FM 549
- Groceries and shopping: Costco and Tom Thumb about 2 miles away
- Parks and recreation: About 50 acres dedicated to the Rockwall Parks Department, plus the community pool
- Downtown Dallas: about 30 min
- The Harbor Rockwall: about 10 min
- Highway access: About 5 min to I-30
Approximate off-peak drive times from Rockwall: Downtown Dallas about 30 min via I-30; Dallas Love Field about 35 min via I-30 and I-35E; DFW Airport about 50 min via I-30 and I-635; Garland about 15 min via I-30; Forney about 20 min via FM 740.
The Homestead Questions Buyers Ask
Who builds in The Homestead Rockwall?
Shaddock Homes developed The Homestead and builds there alongside Drees Custom Homes and Coventry Homes.
What amenities are planned at The Homestead?
Plans include an amenity center built partly with materials saved from the historic farmhouse, a pool, pickleball courts and about 50 acres of green space dedicated to the Rockwall Parks Department.
What schools serve The Homestead?
The community is in Rockwall ISD and zoned to Sharon Shannon Elementary and Rockwall-Heath High School. Ask the district to confirm the middle school for a specific address.
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