Where new homes are being built in and around Wesley Chapel
Prices below are what builders and developers listed when we checked in September 2026. They change often, exclude lot premiums and options, and do not include CDD or HOA charges.
Epperson (Metro Development Group)
A gated lagoon community off Overpass Road with homes advertised from the high $200s. Metro names D.R. Horton, Lennar, M/I Homes, Pulte and DRB Homes as builders; DRB's estate homes run from 2,772 to over 5,200 square feet, and Lennar sells townhomes at the Townes at Epperson. See the Epperson Ranch guide.
M/I Homes: Chapel Crossings
At 5950 Newberry Pines Avenue (33545), priced from $594,850, with a published range up to $679,690. M/I lists one- and two-story plans of 1,962 to 4,247 square feet with 3 to 6 bedrooms on 40- to 65-foot homesites, and an amenity center with a lazy river, beach-entry pool, fitness center and pickleball. Chapel Crossings CDD is on the county's list of districts billed with taxes.
Taylor Morrison: Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch (55+)
A 55+ community of single-family homes listed from $425,599, with resort-style amenities and wellness programs. It is in the Wiregrass II CDD. More on the area in our Wiregrass Ranch guide.
Lennar: Estancia and The Arbors at Wiregrass
The Wiregrass Ranch site lists Estancia with townhomes from the $200s and single-family homes from the $300s, 1,620 to 5,660 square feet, and The Arbors with townhomes, town estates and manor homes. Confirm prices with Lennar, since the ranch's page may lag.
GL Homes: The Ridge at Wiregrass Ranch
The largest single-family section on the Wiregrass CDD's schedule, with 564 lots from 30 to over 80 feet wide. Its 2026/27 CDD charge is $1,281.20 a year for every lot size.
M/I Homes: Windmere Estates townhomes
Two- and three-bedroom townhomes of 1,571 to 2,153 square feet, which the ranch lists from the mid $200s, with a pool and a pond dock. The CDD charge is $794.56 a year.
Two Rivers (Eisenhower Property Group)
Just outside Wesley Chapel, Two Rivers describes itself as in Zephyrhills and says 11 builders offer homes from the mid $300s to over $1 million, including townhomes and villas. Its site notes that membership in a private club is mandatory for some homes, with dues separate from the HOA.
Metro's other Pasco lagoon communities
Mirada in San Antonio has a lagoon of more than 15 acres, with Metro advertising homes from the $200s, and Angeline in Land O' Lakes, a 6,200-acre community with homes from the upper $200s, includes land for Moffitt's planned medical city. Both are a drive from Wesley Chapel but compete for the same buyers.
Wesley Chapel new construction communities compared
| Community | Builder(s) | Listed from | Home types | 2026/27 CDD (per home) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epperson | D.R. Horton, Lennar, M/I, Pulte, DRB | High $200s | Single-family, townhomes | $757 to $4,250 (by district and lot) |
| Chapel Crossings | M/I Homes | $594,850 | Single-family | Ask the district |
| Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch (55+) | Taylor Morrison | $425,599 | Single-family | $569 to $954 operations plus irrigation |
| The Ridge | GL Homes | Ask builder | Single-family | $1,281.20 |
| Persimmon Park and Place | David Weekley, ICI Homes | Low $400s (ranch site) | Single-family, townhomes | $1,621.64 to $4,342.65 |
| Windmere Estates | M/I Homes | Mid $200s (ranch site) | Townhomes | $794.56 |
| Two Rivers | 11 builders | Mid $300s | Single-family, townhomes, villas | Ask the district |
CDD figures come from each district's adopted 2026/27 assessment schedule and include county collection costs.
CDD and HOA fees on new Wesley Chapel homes
How a new-home CDD bill is built
A new-community CDD bill has two parts. The debt service part repays the bonds that paid for roads, ponds and utilities, and is usually fixed per lot until the bonds are retired. The operations part pays for landscaping, amenities and management, and changes every year: Wiregrass II's rose 42% for 2026/27, while Epperson Ranch's total rose about 1.5%.
Where to find the real number
Builders must disclose the CDD in the contract, but the most current figure is the district's own adopted assessment chart, usually posted under Finances on its website. Match your lot's width and phase to the right row. Our Florida CDD fees guide explains the disclosure rules.
What to ask the builder
- Which CDD and bond series the lot is in, and the payoff year.
- Whether the first year's CDD is prorated or paid by the builder.
- The HOA budget, what it includes (Epperson's covers ULTRAFi internet) and any club dues, as at Two Rivers.
New build or resale: what it really costs
Monthly payment
At Freddie Mac's 7.03% average (week of September 24, 2026), principal and interest on a $400,424 home with 10% down are about $2,405 a month. A $3,000 yearly CDD adds $250 a month, about the same as borrowing another $37,000 at that rate.
Taxes on a new home
The first tax bill after closing may reflect only the land, because the appraiser values property as of January 1. The following year's bill will jump once the house is assessed. Budget from the full price at 16.8169 mills in unincorporated Pasco, as shown in our Pasco County property tax guide.
Resale alternatives
Older communities such as Meadow Pointe, with a Zillow typical value of $365,604 and CDD charges from about $415 a year, can cost less each month than a new build, even with some updates.
Inspections and warranties on a new home
Pre-drywall inspection
Ask the builder in writing whether you can bring your own inspector before drywall goes up, when framing, plumbing and wiring are still visible.
Final and 11-month inspections
Inspect before closing and again before the first-year warranty ends. Keep a written list and photos of every item.
Warranty and sinkhole checks
Read the warranty for what is excluded, such as soil movement. Pasco's property appraiser publishes a parcel-level subsidence and sinkhole list, worth checking near any lot. See our Florida home inspection checklist.
Questions buyers ask about Wesley Chapel new construction
What are the new developments in Wesley Chapel?
The most active are the remaining sections of Epperson and Wiregrass Ranch, M/I's Chapel Crossings and, just outside the area, Two Rivers. Metro's Mirada (San Antonio) and Angeline (Land O' Lakes) are elsewhere in Pasco.
How much does it cost to build a 2,000 square foot house in Florida?
We could not find an official statewide per-square-foot figure. In Wesley Chapel, most buyers purchase from a production builder, so compare the builder's base price for a plan of that size with its lot premium and options, then add the CDD. Custom building on your own lot needs quotes from licensed contractors.
Is Wesley Chapel a wealthy area?
We describe homes, not residents. The Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 survey puts the median household income in the Wesley Chapel census area at $107,504, against $70,492 for Pasco County, and the median owner-occupied home value at $403,700.
What is coming to Wesley Chapel?
More homes in Epperson, Wiregrass Ranch and nearby Two Rivers, and Moffitt's planned medical campus at Angeline in Land O' Lakes. Check Pasco County's planning pages for road projects near any community you are considering.
Buying new with a local agent
A builder's sales staff work for the builder. A buyer's agent can compare incentives across communities, check the CDD row for your lot and push for inspection access. Some builders ask that your agent register you on your first visit, so bring them along or call ahead. Under the post-2024 rules, you will sign a written agreement stating how your agent is paid; ask whether the builder contributes. The Wesley Chapel guide explains how to choose one.
Common questions
Where are new construction homes in Wesley Chapel?+
Mainly in Epperson off Overpass Road, the Wiregrass Ranch neighborhoods around State Road 56 (Estancia, The Ridge, The Arbors, Persimmon Park, Windmere Estates and the 55+ Esplanade) and M/I Homes' Chapel Crossings. Two Rivers, just outside the area, has 11 builders.
How much do new homes cost in Wesley Chapel?+
Advertised starting prices in September 2026 ran from the high $200s at Epperson and the mid $200s for some Wiregrass Ranch townhomes to $425,599 at Esplanade and $594,850 at Chapel Crossings. Add lot premiums, options, CDD charges and HOA dues to compare real costs.
What are CDD fees on new homes in Wesley Chapel?+
For 2026/27, adopted charges include $2,527.46 to $4,250.03 per lot in Epperson Ranch CDD, $1,281.20 at The Ridge and up to $4,342.65 in Persimmon Place in the Wiregrass CDD. They appear on the Pasco tax bill, separate from HOA dues.
Is there a 55+ new construction community in Wesley Chapel?+
Yes. Taylor Morrison's Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch is a 55+ community of single-family homes listed from $425,599 when we checked. Its Wiregrass II CDD operations charge was $568.66 to $954.31 for 2026/27, plus an irrigation charge of about $725 to $897 and separate HOA dues.
Do I pay less property tax on a new home in Wesley Chapel?+
Only at first. The first bill may cover just the land if the house was not finished on January 1. After that the full value is taxed, at 16.8169 mills in unincorporated Pasco for 2025, and you can file for homestead by March 1 to reduce it.
Should I use a realtor to buy new construction in Wesley Chapel?+
It usually helps. The builder's sales team represents the builder, while your own agent can compare incentives, check the CDD row for your lot and negotiate inspection access. Some builders ask that your agent register you at the first visit, so arrange that before you walk in.
Sources
- Metro Development Group: Epperson
- Metro Development Group: Epperson brochure (September 2026)
- Metro Development Group: Mirada
- Metro Development Group: Angeline
- M/I Homes: Chapel Crossings
- Taylor Morrison: Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch
- Wiregrass Ranch: Neighborhoods
- Two Rivers: Home
- Wiregrass CDD: FY 2026-2027 assessment chart
- Wiregrass II CDD: FY 2026-2027 assessment chart
- Epperson Ranch CDD: FY 2026-2027 adopted budget
- Epperson Ranch II CDD: FY 2027 adopted budget
- Pasco County Tax Collector: CDDs collected on the tax bill
- Pasco County Property Appraiser: 2025 millage rates by tax area
- Pasco County Property Appraiser: Subsidence and sinkhole listing
- US Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-year via Census Reporter: income and home value, Wesley Chapel and Pasco County
- Freddie Mac: Primary Mortgage Market Survey
- Zillow Research: Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026 data)