5 Best New Braunfels, TX Neighborhoods to Put on Your Radar

New Braunfels, Texas is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing towns in the U.S.  Here, it doesn't matter if you are a young family or a retiree, the values of the town are enough to send many flocking to the gateway to the Texas Hill Country. Apart from being an attractive place to live, there are many neighborhoods proven to be just as alluring.

Continue to read to find a list of 5 current neighborhoods that are amongst the most sought-after in New Braunfels, TX, and why they are so popular.

1. River Place at Gruene

Gruene, Texas is tucked away in New Braunfels and is famous for being a retreat for those wishing to settle into the Hill Country lifestyle. Riverplace at Gruene is north of downtown and offers homeowners the best of both worlds. Just a short drive from FM 306 which can connect you to I-35 out to Canyon Lake for a fun day in the sun and water. This luxurious neighborhood's entrance is rustic, leading you down a road past charming houses. Each lot is mid-sized, offering privacy without the upkeep. Because this neighborhood backs up into the Guadalupe River, there is a river park for residents to enjoy without having to venture too far from the comforts of their homes.

2. John Newcombe Estate/Newcombe Tennis Ranch

This new housing development is located off Highway 46, northwest of downtown New Braunfels. John Newcombe Estate/Newcombe Tennis Ranch is offering residents custom-built homes, and land plots. Because this neighborhood is a gated community, those who wish to live behind the gate are offered an intimate and secure setting. A few amenities found at this club include:

• Resort-style pool
• Lounge
• Fitness center
• Tennis courts
• Kid's club

Each home comes in different styles. From a cottage dream home to a conventional estate, you can find any style here. John Newcombe Estate is also a premier location for families who wish to live in comfort due to the multitude of family parks nearby with fishing ponds and walking trails.

3. Copper Ridge

Set in northwest New Braunfels, Copper Ridge is a community of houses tucked into the southernmost of Hill Country. This community has a 24-hour gated and guarded entrance and further down the road, you will find houses that rest on 1-3 acres of land. In this little haven, you can find a fireplace, barbecue pit, and picnic tables all to enjoy a beautiful Texas evening with friends and family. For more active time outdoors, you can enjoy a tennis court, a basketball court, and a resort-style pool.

4. River Chase

River Chase is a neighborhood in high demand because of its proximity to the interstate, and therefore to the Gruene Historic District. There is a short commute to both the Guadalupe River and Canyon Lake. There is plenty of space between neighbors so it won't feel like you are sardines in a can. There are many generous amenities in this neighborhood including:

• Clubhouse available to rent
• Fitness center
• Swimming pools
• Baseball field
• Basketball courts
• Tennis court
• Butterfly Garden
• Barn

River Chase also happens to be within walking distance of the Guadalupe River, ideal for those wishing to relax in natural waters instead of a shared pool. The neighborhood is also not too far from the Whitewater Amphitheater and Gruene Hall, both can make your weekends a little bit more interesting.

5. Vintage Oaks

At Vintage Oaks, you are sure to enjoy abundant wildlife and nature alike. This neighborhood gives the perfect backdrop to a life well lived in this little slice of heaven on the northwest side of New Braunfels. If you choose to live in this neighborhood, you will be within walking distance of the Texas Wine Trail. There is also the famous addition of a 500-year-old oak tree in the neighborhood, hence the name "Vintage Oaks." Amenities in this neighborhood include:

• Fitness center
• Clubhouse
• Lazy river
• Flower garden
• Soccer field
• Two swimming pools
• Picnic area

For more information on great neighborhoods to check out in New Braunfels, Texas, contact me at anytime!

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