New Braunfels Community
Gruene Villages
Gruene Villages Homes for Sale
Gruene Villages is a newer New Braunfels community built by Highland Homes, set just steps from the famed Gruene Hall in the heart of the historic Gruene district. With well-appointed homes on manageable 40-foot lots, smart-home features and true walkability to live music, dining and shopping, it offers a low-maintenance lifestyle in one of Central Texas’ most iconic settings.
Gruene Villages Homes for Sale
Community Overview
Gruene Villages was developed by Highland Homes, an award-winning, employee-owned builder, and sold out its final homes in 2025 — so homes now come to market as resales. The neighborhood’s defining feature is its location: it sits within walking distance of Gruene Hall, Texas’ oldest continually operating dance hall, along with the district’s restaurants, shops and riverfront. With 89 homesites on low-maintenance 40-foot lots, Gruene Villages appeals to buyers who want a quality newer home and a walkable lifestyle rather than a large yard to maintain.
Choosing a Builder
Highland Homes built Gruene Villages and is known for thoughtful floor plans and strong build quality, including features like dedicated office or flex rooms, high ceilings, fireplaces, smart-home technology and multigenerational layout options. Now that the community is sold out, buyers purchase on the resale market — often getting a nearly new Highland home with upgrades already in place. We can alert you when a Gruene Villages home is listed.
Location
Off Privet Rd, walk to Gruene Hall, NB 78132
School District
New Braunfels ISD
HOA Management
Gruene Villages HOA (~$650/yr)
Signature Amenity
Walkable to Gruene Hall & district
Home Sizes & Lot Types
Gruene Villages homes sit on efficient 40-foot-wide homesites — 89 in total — designed for low-maintenance living close to the action in Gruene. Plans commonly include three or more bedrooms with an office or flex room, and many offer multigenerational configurations. Because the community is newer and built by Highland Homes, buyers get modern, energy-efficient construction with contemporary finishes.
Amenities
The signature amenity at Gruene Villages is unbeatable walkability: residents can stroll to Gruene Hall’s live music, the district’s dining and shopping, and nearby outdoor recreation along the Guadalupe River. Inside the community, the compact lot design keeps upkeep minimal, making it a favorite for lock-and-leave owners, downsizers and anyone who wants the Gruene lifestyle at their doorstep.
Schools
Gruene Villages is served by New Braunfels Independent School District. Nearby campuses include Veramendi Elementary, Oakrun Middle School and New Braunfels High School. We recommend confirming the exact zoned schools for a specific address, since assignments can change with district boundaries.
Location
Gruene Villages is located off Privet Road in New Braunfels’ 78132 area, within walking distance of Gruene Hall and the historic Gruene district. The Guadalupe River, Creekside shopping and downtown New Braunfels are all close by, and Interstate 35 is a short drive for commuters. Few New Braunfels neighborhoods put you this close to Gruene’s music, food and river scene.
Utilities
Gruene Villages is served by the City of New Braunfels and New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) for water, wastewater and electric service. As a newer Highland Homes community, homes feature modern energy-efficient systems; buyers should confirm current provider details at closing.
HOA Information
Gruene Villages is governed by the Gruene Villages HOA, with annual dues historically around $650, covering community standards and common areas that support its low-maintenance character. Property tax rates in the area have run near 1.7%. We’ll provide the current HOA dues, tax figures and community documents for any active listing so there are no surprises.
Why Buyers Choose Gruene Villages
Buyers choose Gruene Villages for the rare combination of a newer Highland Homes residence and genuine walkability to Gruene Hall and the historic district. Low-maintenance 40-foot lots, smart-home features and an iconic location make it ideal for downsizers, professionals and anyone who wants the Gruene lifestyle without the upkeep of a large property.
Who built Gruene Villages?
Gruene Villages was built by Highland Homes, an employee-owned Texas builder. The community sold out in 2025, so homes now come to market as nearly new resales.
Where is Gruene Villages located?
It is off Privet Road in New Braunfels (78132), within walking distance of Gruene Hall and the historic Gruene district, close to the Guadalupe River and Creekside shopping.
What schools serve Gruene Villages?
The community is in New Braunfels ISD, with nearby Veramendi Elementary, Oakrun Middle School and New Braunfels High School. Confirm exact zoning for a specific address.
What are the HOA dues at Gruene Villages?
Annual HOA dues have run around $650, supporting the community’s low-maintenance, walkable character. We’ll confirm the current figure for any active listing.
Is Gruene Villages good for low-maintenance living?
Yes — its efficient 40-foot lots and walkable location near Gruene Hall make it a favorite for downsizers, professionals and lock-and-leave owners who want the Gruene lifestyle without a big yard.
Realty United Buyer Representation
Realty United helps buyers navigate New Braunfels communities like Gruene Villages from first tour to closing. With several active builders on-site, that means helping you compare floor plans and pricing across builders, understand HOA and MUD-related costs, and represent your interests — not the builder’s — throughout the process. Whether Gruene Villages is the right fit or you want to compare it against other New Braunfels communities, we will give you straight answers.
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