Currently under construction near Lost Rios Boulevard in Plano, Merriman Estates and Royal Oaks will be a single-family residential development featuring about 112 homes for purchase. Both communities offer green spaces, a small pond and proximity to a nearby green belt. Prices vary from $400,000 to $500,000.

Merriman Estates 

Address: 4213 Merriman Drive (model home) Ground breaking: July 1, 2015 Number of lots: 102 Lot size: 6,500-10,000 square feet Square footage: 2,300-3,800 Amenities: The community has a sprinkler system and each home has covered front and rear porches hardwood floors granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Schools: Dooley Elementary School, Armstrong Middle School, McMillan High School and Plano East Senior High School

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 Royal Oaks

Address: 4213 Merriman Drive (sales office) Ground breaking: October 2015 Number of lots: 10 Lot size: 11,000 square feet Square footage: 2,300-3,800 Amenities: The community backs up to Bob Woodruff Park, and each home has covered front and rear porches, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Schools: Forman Elementary School, Armstrong Middle School, McMillan High School and Plano East Senior High Schoo