Welcome to Encino Estates by Kendall Homes.

If you are looking for new homes in Dayton, TX, or searching for the best acreage communities east of Houston, you’ve probably noticed that true "country living" is getting harder to find. Homebuyers are constantly forced to choose between a manageable commute and having enough space to actually breathe.

Encino Estates by Kendall Homes completely eliminates that compromise.

As Dayton’s top new home acreage community, Encino Estates offers the perfect blend of towering pine trees, massive homesites, and unbeatable financial value. If you are ready to trade the cramped suburbs for the serenity of the country, here is everything you need to know about making Encino Estates your next home.

The 3 Pillars of Encino Estates: Acreage, Taxes, and Serenity

When buyers visit our model home, they are usually blown away by three specific things that set Encino Estates apart from standard Master-Planned Communities.

1. Sprawling 3/4-Acre Wooded Lots

You aren't buying a 50-foot strip of grass here. Every home in Encino Estates sits on a premium 3/4-acre lot.

• Endless Possibilities: You finally have the space to build that backyard workshop, install a luxury pool, plant a massive garden, or just let the dogs run.

• Natural Beauty: The community is carved out of the natural landscape, meaning you get to live peacefully among beautiful, tall pine trees that provide incredible shade and privacy.

2. Unbeatable Financial Value (Low Taxes & Low HOA)

Space is great, but affordability makes it possible. Encino Estates offers some of the best purchasing power in the entire Houston area.

• Low Tax Rate: The community boasts an incredibly low tax rate of 1.1%. Compared to standard neighborhoods with 3%+ tax rates, this saves you hundreds of dollars every single month.

• Low HOA: The Homeowners Association dues are only $450 per year, keeping your ongoing costs highly manageable.

• Attainable Pricing: With stunning new homes starting in the $390s, you can secure a monthly payment as low as $2,000 a month (Principal & Interest), or approximately $2,300 to $3,500 a month including your taxes and insurance, depending on the floor plan you choose!

3. Ultimate Serenity

Encino Estates offers a quiet, tranquil atmosphere that feels like a private retreat. Yet, located in Dayton, you are still highly connected to major thoroughfares, making the commute into Houston or Beaumont straightforward and stress-free.

The Math: Unlocking $90,000 in Buying Power

To understand the massive financial advantage of a Kendall Homes acreage community, let's use our highly popular Deer Pines community in Conroe as a real-world example.

Deer Pines boasts a low overall tax rate of just 1.2%. Let’s compare that to a typical Master-Planned Community that carries a standard 3.0% tax rate.

(For all examples, we are using an FHA loan with 3.5% down, a 4.75% fixed 30-year interest rate, and $1,500/year for homeowner’s insurance).

Scenario A: The Exact Same Home Price

Imagine you find a $450,000 home in both neighborhoods.

In the standard MPC, you are paying an extra $675 every single month just in taxes. That is over $8,000 a year that doesn't go toward your equity—and you are doing it on a cramped suburban lot.

Scenario B: Your Actual Monthly Budget

Most buyers don't shop based on the final loan amount; they shop based on what they can comfortably afford each month. Let’s say your maximum budget is $3,078 a month.

The Result: A $90,000 Difference in Purchasing Power.

Because high taxes eat up your monthly payment in a standard MPC, you are limited to a $360,000 home. By choosing a Kendall Homes acreage community with a 1.2% tax rate, that exact same $3,078 budget allows you to purchase a $450,000 home. That is an instant $90,000 upgrade in buying power—meaning you get the larger floor plan, the luxury finishes, and the massive covered patio you actually want, all while sitting on substantially more land. And remember, homes are a depreciating asset, it's the land that the home sits on that is an appreciating asset; the more land the more appreciating.

Build Your Dream or Move In Today

Kendall Homes understands that every buyer is on a different timeline. That is why we offer two distinct paths to homeownership in Encino Estates:

Option 1: Build From the Ground Up If you want total control over your home, our custom build process is for you. You can walk the community, hand-select your favorite 3/4-acre wooded lot, and choose from our library of acreage-specific floor plans. From there, you will visit our professional Design Center to select your countertops, flooring, cabinetry, and fixtures. We handle the construction loan and the entire build; you just buy the finished masterpiece.

Option 2: Move-In Ready Inventory Homes Need a home right now? Kendall Homes maintains a beautiful lineup of move-in ready homes in Encino Estates. These homes are fully constructed with high-end designer finishes and are ready for you today.

What to Expect in Our Homes:

• Sprawling single-story layouts ranging up to 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

• Massive 2,400+ square foot designs (like our popular 2,482 sq. ft. layouts).

• 2-car and 3-car garage options.

• Open-concept living areas, formal dining rooms, and expansive covered patios designed to take in the acreage views.

Ready to Claim Your Piece of the Piney Woods?

Whether you are looking for homesites for sale in Dayton, TX, or the ultimate acreage community near Houston, Encino Estates delivers the space, serenity, and value you’ve been dreaming of.

Don't wait to secure your 3/4-acre sanctuary.

Contact Kendall Homes at Encino Estates:

• 📍 Visit Our Model Home: 1219 Encino Dr. Dayton, TX 77535

• 📞 Call Our Sales Team: 936-257-5229

• 💻 Explore Floor Plans & Inventory: https://www.kendallhomes.net/communities-1/encino-estates

Disclaimer: The financial scenarios, monthly payment estimates, and tax rates provided in this article are for illustrative and educational purposes only. The examples assume a $450,000 home purchase price, an FHA loan with a 3.5% down payment, a 4.75% fixed 30-year interest rate, and an estimated $1,500 annual homeowner's insurance premium. Actual interest rates, loan terms, down payment requirements, tax rates, and insurance premiums are subject to change and will vary based on market conditions, individual creditworthiness, lender guidelines, and local tax authority assessments. Tax rates mentioned are estimates based on historical data and do not include potential future changes by local appraisal districts. Kendall Homes is not a mortgage lender. Please consult with a licensed mortgage professional or financial advisor to obtain an accurate, personalized estimate based on your specific financial situation.