Are there any new residential developments in The Woodlands available for purchase?

Yes—but “new” in The Woodlands looks different than it does in fast-growing areas of Montgomery County, TX. The Woodlands is largely built out, so most opportunities fall into two buckets: brand-new luxury condominiums and select tear downs/infill homes custom built within established villages.

1) The headline new development: The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands

If you’re asking about a true new residential development with multiple units available, this is the one to know. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands is a lakefront condominium offering private residences with expansive views—an ultra-rare product type for The Woodlands.
As of January 2026, there are active “new construction” listings in the building at 2399 Lake Woodlands Dr (including multiple units currently marketed for sale).
For buyers who want a lock-and-leave lifestyle, walkability to The Waterway, and a true luxury high-rise experience, this is the most direct answer to “new development in The Woodlands.”

2) New construction homes: limited, but real

There are still new construction homes for sale in The Woodlands, but inventory is much smaller and scattered—think one-off builds going up in Carlton Woods and Aria Isle, or tear downs in Grogan's Mill and Cochran's Crossing rather than huge new subdivisions. Realtor.com shows a current pipeline of new construction homes on the market in The Woodlands.
In villages like Creekside Park, you’ll also see newer homes (including recently built options) come up for sale, sometimes feeling “new” even if they’re not part of a fresh master-planned release.

How I help clients win the “new” opportunities

The best new-construction deals here don’t always show up cleanly as “new development.” I track new construction listings, upcoming releases, builder activity, and off-market whispers so you’re not relying on luck or Zillow alerts.

If you tell me your ideal product (luxury condo vs. single-family), price point, and must-haves (schools, commute, gated, walkable), I’ll send a short curated list of the most relevant new homes for sale in The Woodlands—and the smart alternatives just outside The Woodlands if you want more inventory.

Julian Schwertz is a top agent in The Woodlands with an extensive track record of helping buyers and sellers. Ready to buy or sell your home in The Woodlands? Contact Julian Schwertz today to go over your goals and put together a gameplan.