We love Carrollton, and we certainly love Carrollton real estate. If you’re looking for some of the best, new home communities, you need not look any further than Carrollton.

Carrollton is a highly desired suburb of Dallas, and has achieved many accolades over the last few years. Carrollton was named among America’s Top 100 Places to Live by Relocate America in 2006; the same year, Carrollton was selected as the 19th best place to live by Money Magazine. In 2008, Carrollton received a 15th place status for Money Magazine.

A great example of the fine Carrollton real estate that is currently available is Austin Waters, a gorgeous, master-planned community located on 54 pristine acres of rolling land near the Plano Parkway corridor. Serenity, beauty and excellence are offered to homeowners of this spectacular, new Carrollton home community.

The Idea of New Urbanism

The plan for this community is referred to as "new urbanism" by the developers. This essentially means that you will find classically inspired Carrollton real estate, most of which will feature sustainable design practices. This community will also use the natural landscape and mature trees to its advantage, thereby providing homeowners with an abundance of beauty. Other features of this community include expansive green spaces, gardens and even water features. A relaxing stroll throughout the community is easily achieved, thanks to the stunning, natural beauty.

The homes of Austin Waters feature Colonial, Classic Revival, Southern Vernacular, Tudor, Arts and Crafts, Texas and Mediterranean architectural styles.

Ideal Location

Austin Waters is ideally located near the North Dallas Tollway and the George Bush Turnpike. In addition, this newest community is also just minutes from the shops and eateries of Willow Bend Mall and the medical facilities of Presbyterian Hospital. The needs and wants of the residents of Austin Waters are all achieved through the superb location of this community.

Superb Construction and Design

Aside from the natural beauty and ideal location, the homes of Austin Waters will feature superb construction and design, including:

• Engineered "Quiet Floors"

• Inspections performed by Burgess Construction

• All foundations treated for termites

• Thirty-year architectural composition shingles

• Solid wood entry doors with satin nickel hardware

• Low-E, vinyl-frame, double-pane, energy-efficient windows

• Steel-embossed garage doors

• Pre-stained cedar fencing

Interior Design Features

The interior design features are just as impressive, as they feature high-quality, attractive materials, many of which are sensitive to green building design standards:

• Ceramic tile flooring in all bathrooms

• Oversized garden tubs

• Cultured marble bathroom vanities

• Glass-enclosed shower with ceramic tile walls

• Crown molding in entry, dining room and living room

• Designer staircases with oak handrails and painted wood balusters

• Wood-burning or direct-vent fireplaces with wood mantles and tile surrounds

• 42-inch, raised-panel kitchen cabinetry

• Granite countertops

• GE appliances

About Darling Homes

Darling Homes, a primary builder of Austin Waters, is an established, well-respected builder throughout Texas and the country. Darling Homes is committed to approaching every job with "a dedication to uncompromising craftsmanship, but with a level of customer service that goes far beyond the sale."

Darling Homes serves as a community sales manager, builder, interior designer and mortgage officer for Austin Waters.

The homes of Austin Waters start from the $360,000s.