{"id":606,"date":"2016-09-30T10:00:34","date_gmt":"2016-09-30T10:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/?p=606"},"modified":"2016-09-27T15:20:31","modified_gmt":"2016-09-27T15:20:31","slug":"living-leander-texas-larkspur-new-affordable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/living-leander-texas-larkspur-new-affordable\/","title":{"rendered":"Living in Leander, Texas, at Larkspur: NEW, family-friendly, affordable"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Larkspur offers the best of both worlds\u2014a laid-back family atmosphere just minutes from the bustle of Austin. Therefore, these affordable new homes make living in Leander, Texas, easy and relaxing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hill Country along the San Gabriel River for those living in Leander, Texas\" width=\"820\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-1.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-1-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-1-768x338.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Living in Leander, Texas<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Located just north of Austin, Leander is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas. It&#8217;s known for its excellent schools and family-friendly atmosphere, as well as beautiful Hill Country scenery along the San Gabriel River. Larkspur is one of the city&#8217;s newest communities, with more than 1,400 elegant homes scattered across 600 acres, professionally designed landscapes and wide-open natural spaces.\u00a0Living in Leander, Texas, puts a wealth of amenities and attractions at your fingertips. From shopping and dining options to endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, some of the highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Great schools:<\/strong> Larkspur is zoned to the Leander and Liberty Hill Independent School Districts, which include schools that are routinely ranked among the best in the state. The community also includes an on-site elementary school.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recreation:<\/strong> The community&#8217;s\u00a0Amenity Center features a\u00a0resort-style pool, fitness center, playscape\u00a0and clubhouse. Attractions like Sawyer Park and the Cimarron Hills Country Club are just minutes away.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Open spaces:<\/strong> Scenic walking trails meander throughout the community, and residents have access to more than 100 acres of park land and open space along the\u00a0San Gabriel River.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family atmosphere:<\/strong> In this large master-planned community, 1,439 neighbors and friends are just a visit away.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dining options:<\/strong>\u00a0If you&#8217;re a fan of Austin&#8217;s food scene, then you won&#8217;t be disappointed by the eateries in Leander. There are great spots like Smokey Mo&#8217;s Bar-B-Q, Margarita&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant\u00a0and the Hi Way Cafe just around the corner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-2.jpg\" alt=\"A white kitchen with blue walls, granite, and stainless steel appliances\" width=\"820\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-2.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-2-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/larkspur-2-768x338.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>New homes in Leander, Texas<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Our homes at Larkspur are affordable and accessible, with more than 15 floor plans to suit every lifestyle. Larkspur features distinctly modern homes with stunning architecture that perfectly blends modern amenities with natural surroundings. As always, we believe your dream home should come with everything you need, and nothing you don&#8217;t.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, you get to choose the floor plan and amenities that make sense for your family. Surprises await in every room of your new home, including;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous closet space as well as\u00a0spacious 9-foot ceilings<\/li>\n<li>Top-quality Whirlpool kitchen appliances, plus luxurious stainless steel sinks and roomy oak cabinets<\/li>\n<li>Energy-saving features like\u00a0radiant barrier reflective insulation as well as\u00a0an energy-efficient 14 SEER HVAC system<\/li>\n<li>Wilsonart laminate vanity countertops in bath areas, which also comes with quality Moen plumbing faucets<\/li>\n<li>Spacious two-car garage<\/li>\n<li>Secure and beautiful Kwikset door hardware, along with pre-wiring for home security system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our new homes in the Larkspur community are affordable, family-friendly, and truly offer the best of city and Hill Country living in the Austin area! 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