Scoring high in luxury and low on maintenance, townhomes in Balmoral are an excellent choice for people looking to maximize relaxation without sacrificing must-have design features. Even better, you can rent if now isn’t the time to buy.
If you choose to rent, WB Homes offers gorgeous townhomes in our Clearwater at Balmoral neighborhood. Here, you will find stylish duplex and triplex townhomes ranging from 1,400 to 1,800 square feet. Designs feature spacious open floor plans with high ceilings and tall windows. Island kitchens boast plenty of cabinet space, energy-efficient appliances and even a walk-in pantry. Owners’ retreats are large, with walk-in closets, and you even get a flex room to serve as a home office or children’s playroom.
As for maintenance? Not only will your lawn be taken care of, they’ll even come in and change your lightbulbs for you.
If you are looking to buy, HistoryMaker Homes offers spacious, well-designed townhomes priced from the $190,000s. Choose one of four floor plans ranging from 1,455 to 1,766 square feet. Homes sport beautiful island kitchens, large bedrooms and two-car garages with extra space for storage.
The spacious upstairs owner’s retreats offer numerous options for configuring the en suite bath, including large showers and oval soaking tubs. Some plans include an entertainment loft. Lawn and exterior maintenance are included.
However you choose to obtain your townhome, you will still have access to the exciting amenities that make Balmoral one of the top-selling master-planned communities in the nation. Our signature crystal clear lagoon and white sand beaches are just the start. You’ll also have access to our state-of-the-art Amenity Village where you can work on that beach body in the exercise room, gather the neighbors for a friendly volleyball match or watch the kids splash in the infinity-edge pool.
Balmoral builders are special. Not only are they dedicated to building you the home of your dreams, but they also actively find ways to make a difference. One such is Empire Communities, which was recently named 2021 Volume Builder of the Year by the Greater Houston Builders Association.
Each year, the GHBA recognizes six members with “Of the Year” awards for outstanding service to the Houston community. Empire was honored for its support of HomeAid Houston, a GHBA non-profit dedicated to providing housing and support for Houston’s homeless population.
Last year, the builder collaborated with the charity to construct an 8,100-square-foot cottage in Hockley on the campus of Boys and Girls Country. Empire was responsible for every stage of construction of the project, which now houses teaching parents and eight boys who came from families in crisis. The Boys and Girls Country program provides the cottages to instill security, warmth and a nurturing environment as long as the children need a safe haven, many times through high school.
The builder offers nearly two dozen floor plans priced from the $250,000s in Balmoral. The one- and two-story homes range from 1,540 to 2,975. Standard features include spacious family rooms open to island kitchens, generously sized owner’s retreats, home offices and game rooms. Designs can be further customized with the addition of covered patios, additional bedrooms and fireplaces.
This was the first HomeAid Houston project Empire has collaborated on, but we are sure there will be many more in the future. Congratulations Empire Communities! We are proud to have you as a member of the Balmoral family of builders.
If there is one thing you can never have too much of in your home, it’s places to store things. Rather than purchasing the odd storage bin, consider adding built-in storage to your new home upgrade list. Investing at the design center is not only good for your family, it can increase the value of your home.
There are many options for building in storage; here are some of the most common ones:
Built-in Bookcases
You’ve seen them in the model homes. Beautiful bookcases built into the walls on either side of a gorgeous fireplace. These shelves are a beautiful way to display treasured knickknacks, but they also are great for keeping DVDs and books off the floor. Also consider adding them to your home office to ensure you can always find the report you need.
Sideboards
If your home doesn’t come with a butler’s pantry, ask if you can have a sideboard added to the formal dining room or the casual dining area. Sideboards are a convenient place to store dishes and linens. Ask about adding wine racks so your favorite vintages are always on hand.
Entertainment Centers
What is the ultimate media room without the ultimate entertainment center? Built-in cabinets can hold all of your DVDs and comfy throws for movie nights. Ask you builder to add a wet or dry bar for the ultimate game day space.
Window Seats
When it comes to functional yet beautiful storage, window seats top the list. Also known as bench seating when they are found in mud rooms, window seats also add extra storage to children’s rooms, game rooms and dining areas. Just open the lid and put your stuff inside. Close the lid, add some throw pillows and you’ve got a quiet reading nook.
Closets, Utility Rooms, Garages
Closets, utility rooms and garages usually come with some shelving or a cabinet or two but consider adding more. In the utility room, add cupboards underneath a granite counter. The cupboards hold all of your laundry items and the counter is a great place to fold laundry. Counters and cabinets in the garage are great for storing stuff but can also help you turn part of the space into a hobby area. As for closets? Can you ever be too organized? Add built-in dressers, shoe racks and extra shelving so you can always find something to wear.
Talk Built-ins with Your Balmoral Builder
Ready to visit your Balmoral builder’s design center? Don’t forget to take a list of all the things you would like to be able to store. Your design center representative would be happy to recommend some great options.
It is a common misconception that you don’t need a Realtor if you are purchasing a new construction home. In actuality, a Realtor is the first person you should call. Why? Many reasons, but primarily because a real estate professional will work with you to get you the home you want in a community you’ll love.
Here are the main reasons you should consider using a Realtor:
It’s Their Business to Know
There are a lot of master-planned communities out there, all in a variety of locations with a variety of builders and amenities. Realtors learn everything they can about a community. They can tell you about the school district, builders with floor plans suited to your lifestyle and even where to get your dog groomed.
They Work for You
Buying a home can be confusing. Buying a new construction home can be overwhelming. While the builder’s representative can help, Realtors can not only get you the best type of mortgage but they can counsel you on which options and upgrades will give you the best bang for your buck, advocate on your behalf and explain terms like PMI and closing costs.
They Have the Inside Scoop
When it comes to knowing what goes on behind the scenes, your Realtor will always have the skinny. That includes knowing the market and whether or not now is the best time to buy. They also know which builders are offering incentives that will lower the cost of your new home.
A Realtor Helps You Navigate
Navigating the homebuying process can be stressful, but it’s a Realtor’s job to make it easier for you. Your agent can help you figure out how much home you can afford, advise you on interest rates, introduce you to lenders and walk you through the contract. He or she also can watch over your home during the construction period — really helpful if you’re moving from out-of-town — and recommend a home inspector once it is finished.
Realtors Understand Your Budget
Realtors understand that you have a budget, and they will do their best to make sure you get a high-quality home in a great community while staying within your price range. They will keep track of available homes in your preferred community that fit your budget. They also can ask your builder’s representative questions about pricing, options and upgrades you might not have thought of but will keep you from buying a pricy upgrade you may not need.
Balmoral Loves Realtors
Balmoral loves Realtors. We work with many of them, inviting them to special events that help them learn more about our builders and our amenities. We want them to be knowledgeable about us so they can be knowledgeable for you. Bring your Realtor with you. We will work together to find your dream home.
Balmoral not only maintained its ranking as one of the top-selling master-planned communities in the nation, it increased sales by 80 percent and is now the No. 2 top-selling community in Texas.
Esteemed real estate consulting firms John Burns Real Estate Consulting and Robert Charles Lesser & Co. (RCLCO) annually publish lists of the top-selling master-planned communities in the nation, ranking them based on home sales the previous year. Balmoral achieved the No. 11 spot on the John Burns list and No. 12 on the RCLCO report. Our builders sold an astonishing 841 homes last year. By comparison, home buyers purchased 467 homes in 2019.
The top driver of home sales was historically low interest rates followed by demographics and the desire of many home buyers to live in communities offering a roster of outdoor activities as well as hike-and-bike trails, pools, parks and green spaces in which to socialize.
Balmoral provides residents with a plethora of ways to enjoy the outdoors, including our centerpiece 2-acre Crystal Lagoons® amenity. Our expansive Amenity Village has won numerous awards, including being named the 2020 Master-Planned Community Amenity of the Year in the recent Greater Houston Builders Association’s Houston’s Best PRISM Awards and Best Community Amenity during the 2020 Texas Association of Builder’s Texas Star Awards. In 2019, we took home the trophy for Recreation Center of the Year at the 2019 Houston’s Best PRISM Awards.
During the year, residents can lounge on either of our two white-sand beaches while children pay at the kids cove. Overlooking the lagoon is an infinity-edge pool. Other outdoor amenities include a food truck courtyard, hammock park, playground and splash pad.
Balmoral was not the only Land Tejas community to make the top-selling lists. Sierra Vista — which has announced plans to build its own lagoon — was ranked at No. 43 by John Burns and No. 45 by RCLCO.
We thank our new residents for trusting us to provide an outstanding lifestyle. If you want to make the move to a top-selling community, visit us today.