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Baytown

Centex Homes in Baytown, TX

2 homes

  • Deal spotlight: real Jome success stories

    • Ana V.

      Ana V.

      First-time buyer with $500 down

      We went from renting a crumbling home to owning a 4-bed with $500 down — Jome made it possible.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Avenida by D.R. Horton

      • 4 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 2 stories
      • 1,891 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,679/mo$2,384/moSaved $705/mo

      Cash to close

      $10,500$18,500Saved $8,000

      🔥 Deal worth: $16,640

      Includes: lowered monthly investment, closing cost reduction

      Why this home is a match:

      • 4 bedrooms
      • Modern finishes
      • Open layout
      • Family-friendly area

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    • Rachel P.

      Rachel P.

      Turned down twice. Now a proud homeowner — with nothing due at closing!

      I fixed my credit, worked with Jome, and got my home with $850 down — no closing costs.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Landon Ridge by Lennar

      • 3 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 1 story
      • 1,266 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,600/mo$2,047/moSaved $447/mo

      Cash to close

      $850$12,350Saved $11,500

      🔥 Deal worth: $20,514

      Includes: lowered monthly investment, closing cost reduction

      Why this home is a match:

      • Affordable
      • Manageable payments
      • Fresh start
      • Smart Layout

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    • Ankit S.

      Ankit S.

      Locked in 3.99% — now paying what they did in rent

      With Jome's help, we locked in 3.99% and now own a home for the same monthly payment as our rent.

      Bought with Jome - July 2025

      Frontier Pointe by D.R. Horton

      • 2 bd
      • 2 ba
      • 1 story
      • 1,123 sqft

      Savings breakdown

      Monthly payment

      $1,553/mo$2,364/moSaved $811/mo

      Cash to close

      $6,633$18,720Saved $12,087

      🔥 Deal worth: $21,819

      Includes: blinds, refrigerator, gutters, garage door opener

      Why this home is a match:

      • 3.99% interest
      • Modern Kitchen
      • Energy Efficient
      • Extras included free

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New construction homes for sale near Baytown, TX

Centex Communities in Baytown, TX

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Housing market in Baytown, TX

  • State
    Texas
  • Market
    Greater Houston Area
  • Neighborhoods
    0
  • Communities
    15
  • Single family
    206
  • Townhouses
    0
  • Multi family
    0
  • Condominiums
    0
  • Active builders
    13
  • Starting price
    $189,000
  • Median price
    $306,130.5
  • Price per square foot
    $156.8

Real estate price trends

Home price data reflects 2 listings in Baytown, TX, sourced from Jome and updated regularly

*Based on Jome markets

What it's like to live in Baytown?

The Local Vibe (Location & Identity)

Located 25 miles east of Houston along the Gulf Coast, Baytown serves as a major industrial hub for the petrochemical industry. This city of roughly 84,000 residents spans both Harris and Chambers counties, maintaining a workforce-driven identity centered around the Houston Ship Channel. It is a diverse, employment-centered community where the local economy is deeply tied to global energy production and logistics.

Living Here: Amenities & Lifestyle

Daily life often revolves around the water and the outdoors. Residents spend weekends exploring the 450-acre Baytown Nature Center or visiting the Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center to learn about local ecosystems. For summer recreation, Pirates Bay Waterpark is a popular destination for local families. Shopping is concentrated along the Garth Road corridor, while the Fred Hartman Bridge provides a scenic and essential link for those commuting toward La Porte or Deer Park. Many residents work locally at the ExxonMobil Baytown Complex or the massive Cedar Port Industrial Park. Access to I-10 makes the drive into downtown Houston manageable for professional services or sporting events.

Schools & Family Appeal

Most students attend schools within the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District, which operates over two dozen campuses including IMPACT Early College High School. The district is a focal point for the community, supported by facilities like the Sterling Municipal Library. Families often choose the area for its balance of industrial career opportunities and established residential neighborhoods.

Why New Construction Makes Sense Here

Choosing new construction homes in Baytown offers significant financial advantages over the city’s older housing stock, much of which dates back to the mid-20th century. In the humid subtropical climate of the Texas Gulf Coast, modern insulation and high-efficiency HVAC systems in new builds can lead to estimated utility savings of $150-250 per month compared to 1970s-era homes. These savings are based on regional energy rates and the superior airtightness of 2024 building standards. Furthermore, many new home communities in Baytown offer builder-funded rate buy-downs that can lower monthly mortgage payments more effectively than negotiating on a resale property. This makes move-in ready homes in Baytown a strategic choice for buyers looking to maximize their monthly budget while avoiding the high maintenance costs of aging coastal properties.