Gunter Real Estate

🏡 BIG UPDATE FOR THE BRIDGES AT PRESTON CROSSINGS 👀

There’s a new builder sign up in The Bridges, and it confirms some interesting details about what’s coming next.

🔥This model is where the “burned house” was! I can’t remember the actual name that was floating around Facebook but it was comical!

GFO Home is moving into the newer sections of the community, bringing a noticeably different product than what many people associate with the earlier phases of The Bridges.

According to the information posted on-site, GFO plans to offer:

✅ Large homes ranging from 2,610–4,259 square feet
✅ 3-car garages standard on many plans
✅ Larger homesites than what we’ve seen in some other new construction communities
✅ A new model home coming soon
✅ VIP pricing opportunities already being advertised

This is notable because it continues a trend we’re seeing throughout Gunter: different phases within the same development can serve very different buyers.

As The Bridges continues to grow, we’re seeing a mix of:

🏡 Traditional new construction homes
⛳ Golf course living opportunities
🌳 Larger homesites
✨ Higher-end luxury product offerings

Many people assume a subdivision is the same throughout, but that’s often not the case. Builders, lot sizes, home sizes, and price points can vary significantly from one phase to the next—and the back phases of The Bridges appear to be shaping up differently than some of the earlier sections.

Based on the activity on-site, construction continues to move forward throughout the community, and this gives us one of the clearest looks yet at what may be coming in the next stages of development.

I’ll continue tracking plats, builders, infrastructure, future phases, and development updates as they become available.

📍 The Bridges at Preston Crossings | Gunter, TX

— Suzy Swaney 💙🐯
Century 21 Crew | Gunter Realtor
Gunter ISD Ambassador
Local Insight. Local Strategy.

🏗️ THINKING ABOUT BUILDING A CUSTOM HOME IN GUNTER, TX? READ THIS FIRST.

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is:

“I can just walk into a builder’s model home and get started.”

You can.

But before you sign anything, it’s important to understand who represents who.

The builder’s sales representative works for the builder.

They’re knowledgeable, professional, and a valuable part of the process—but their job is to represent the builder’s interests.

Your Realtor represents yours.

And when you’re building a custom home, that matters.

🏡 Over the years, I’ve helped buyers navigate:

✔ Custom homes on acreage

✔ Lot purchases before construction

✔ Builder selection and introductions

✔ New construction communities throughout Gunter

✔ Semi-custom and fully custom builds

✔ Land acquisition and future homesite planning

Many of my clients start with:

“We want to build, but we don’t know where to start.”

That’s where I come in.

Because I spend so much time tracking Gunter’s growth, developments, utilities, road projects, plats, and future communities, I’m often able to help buyers identify opportunities before they even know where they want to build.

And one of the biggest advantages I offer is my network.

I’ve built homes in North Texas myself, and through both personal experience and my work as a Realtor, I’ve developed relationships with several respected custom builders throughout the area.

Whether you’re looking for a luxury custom builder, a builder experienced with acreage properties, or someone who can work within a specific budget, I can help connect you with trusted professionals and guide you through the process.

🧱 Building a custom home is about more than choosing a floor plan.

The right lot matters.

The right builder matters.

The right drainage matters.

The right utility setup matters.

The right future location matters.

During construction walkthroughs, I’ve helped identify issues such as:

🔹 Drainage concerns that could have created future water issues

🔹 Grading problems before final completion

🔹 Electrical layouts that didn’t match plans

🔹 Framing items corrected before drywall

🔹 HVAC placement concerns

🔹 Incomplete punch-list items marked as finished

The earlier these things are identified, the easier they are to address.

💰 DOES IT COST MORE TO BRING A REALTOR?

In most cases, no.

Builders typically pay the buyer’s agent commission, meaning you usually receive professional representation throughout the process without additional cost to you.

The key is bringing your Realtor with you before you register or sign with the builder.

📍 WHY LOCAL KNOWLEDGE MATTERS

Building in Gunter is different than building in many other North Texas communities.

You need someone who understands:

✔ Acreage and rural property considerations

✔ Septic vs. sewer availability

✔ Utility providers and infrastructure planning

✔ Future road expansions

✔ Development activity and growth patterns

✔ School boundaries

✔ Long-term resale potential

These are conversations that can impact your property long after construction is complete.

Whether you’re looking for:

🏡 A custom builder

🌳 An acreage homesite

🏗 A lot to build on

🔑 A new construction home

📍 Or guidance on where growth is heading in Gunter

I’d be happy to help.

I don’t just sell homes in Gunter.

I study the growth, follow the development activity, attend meetings, track new projects, and help clients make informed decisions before they build.

— Suzy Swaney
Gunter, TX Realtor 💙🐯

Custom Homes • Acreage Properties • New Construction • Local Development Insights

📊 Gunter Housing Market Update – May 2026 🏡

The latest housing report is out, and there are a few interesting trends worth noting for anyone buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the local market.

📈 Median Home Price: $627,000
⬆️ Up 12.5% compared to May 2025

🏡 Active Listings: 37 homes on the market
⬆️ Up 19.4% from last year

🔑 Closed Sales: 5 homes sold in May
⬆️ Up 150% compared to May 2025

⏳ Days on Market: 100 days average before going under contract
📅 139 days total from listing to closing

📦 Months of Inventory: 12.0 months

💡 What does this mean?

While home values continue to rise, inventory has also increased significantly. Buyers have more options than they did a year ago, and homes are generally taking longer to sell. This means pricing, marketing, and presentation are becoming more important than ever for sellers.

At the same time, Gunter continues to attract interest due to its schools, community atmosphere, and the significant residential and commercial growth planned throughout the area.

As always, market reports provide a snapshot of the overall market. Individual neighborhoods, acreage properties, luxury homes, and new construction communities can perform very differently.

📍If you’re curious how your specific home, neighborhood, or acreage property compares in today’s market, feel free to reach out. I track Gunter real estate closely and am always happy to share local insights.

🏡 If you were expecting a Gunter Planning & Zoning update tonight, the meeting has been canceled.

👉🏻That doesn’t necessarily mean anything is wrong or that projects have stopped moving forward.

In many cases, meetings are canceled when there aren’t enough items requiring action, when applicants request additional time to revise plans, or when staff and developers are still working through details before bringing an item forward for consideration.

▪️One thing I’ve learned from following Gunter’s growth is that development rarely moves in a straight line. Projects often go through multiple rounds of revisions, engineering reviews, utility coordination, and discussions before they ever reach a vote.

👩🏼‍💻That’s why I spend time reading agendas, reviewing plats, attending meetings, and digging through public documents. 👉🏻My goal isn’t just to tell you what was approved or denied—it’s to help explain what it means for homeowners, property owners, future residents, and our community.

🤍🤍🤍 I also want to say thank you to the members of the Planning & Zoning Commission who volunteer their time to review these projects, ask questions, and help guide decisions as Gunter continues to grow. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but it plays an important role in shaping the future of our community.

While tonight’s meeting won’t take place, I’m still actively tracking residential developments, infrastructure projects, road improvements, utilities, and future commercial growth throughout Gunter.

As new agenda items are posted and future meetings are scheduled, I’ll continue sharing updates and breaking down what they mean for our community.

📍Growth doesn’t stop because a meeting gets canceled. Sometimes it simply means the work is continuing behind the scenes.

— Suzy Swaney
Gunter Realtor | Gunter Community Connection

🚧 If you’ve been driving down Massey Road lately, you’ve probably noticed a lot more traffic than usual.

With a portion of JC Maples currently closed for construction related to infrastructure improvements and the future Grayson Crossing development, many residents are using alternate routes through Massey Road to access Bledsoe Road and FM 121.

And because of that, many of you have started asking about another project taking shape along the way…

🏡 Lotus Star Estates

Located off Massey Road, Lotus Star Estates has quietly been making progress behind the scenes and is now showing visible signs of development.

Here’s what I’ve found so far:

✅ Dirt work and site preparation are actively underway

✅ The subdivision consists of approximately 52.93 acres

✅ The owner listed on the recorded plat is VGC Gunter, LLC

✅ Water service is planned to be provided by Mustang Special Utility District (SUD)

✅ Electric service is planned to be provided by Grayson-Collin Electric Cooperative (GCEC)

✅ The subdivision is being developed for residential use

📸Updated Ariel shots coming soon!

While developments like Platinum Ranch, Taylor Ranch, The Bridges, and The Preserve tend to grab most of the attention, Lotus Star Estates is one of several smaller projects that are quietly moving forward throughout the community.

📍As always, I’ll continue tracking plats, county records, development activity, and construction progress so I can keep you updated on what’s happening in and around Gunter. Stay tuned for more updates as Lotus Star Estates continues to take shape. 🏡

🏡 ☀️One of Gunter’s fastest-growing new communities is also one that many people don’t even realize is there yet…

Sunset Ranch is quietly taking shape behind the scenes, with homes already going vertical and buyers already purchasing in what will become one of Gunter’s master-planned communities.

Because of its location, many people don’t drive past it every day like they do some of the other developments being worked on around town. But make no mistake—there’s a lot happening at Sunset Ranch.

For those who have always wanted to live in Gunter, move back home after graduating, or simply be part of a growing community with new construction options, Sunset Ranch is worth a closer look and is now selling homes.

✨ New construction homes
✨ Planned amenities including a pool, pickleball courts, playground, event lawn, and more
✨ Opportunities available now while the community is still in its early phases
✨ Homes starting in the $300s

With homes starting in the $300s and builder incentives that can help reduce upfront costs, Sunset Ranch is currently one of the most affordable ways to get into Gunter ISD and enjoy everything our community has to offer.

I’ve already helped clients purchase a beautiful home in Sunset Ranch, and I stay up to date on available inventory, builder incentives, floor plans, pricing, and construction. I help buyers make informed decisions.

📍I also have a dedicated Sunset Ranch page where I regularly share community updates, available homes, incentives, and behind-the-scenes progress as the neighborhood continues to grow.

Follow along here 👉🏻 Sunset Ranch - Gunter, Tx

If you’re curious about Sunset Ranch, follow the page and send me a message. I’d be happy to show you around and share what’s available.

— Suzy Swaney 🐯💙
Gunter TX Realtor, Gunter ISD Ambassador

Local insight. Local strategy. Staying ahead of Gunter growth.

☀️ Pool season is here … and some of Gunter’s best backyard properties are starting to hit the market. 🏊🏻‍♀️

💦If you’ve been dreaming about a home with a pool, now may be the sweet spot.

Right now, we’re seeing:
✔️ More inventory coming online
✔️ Several properties with incredible outdoor living spaces

And in North Texas, a pool isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a lifestyle.

🏊 Weekend gatherings with friends and family
☀️ Staying cool during long Texas summers
🔥 Creating an outdoor space you’ll actually use year-round

Thinking about buying, selling, or upgrading in Gunter? I’d be happy to share what I’m seeing in the market right now.

— Suzy Swaney 🐯💙
Gunter TX Realtor

🌳🏡 🐄🐎 Thinking about buying or selling land in Gunter?

Acreage properties are a completely different market than your typical neighborhood home. From ag exemptions and septic systems to well water, development potential, deed restrictions, floodplain considerations, and future road plans, there are a lot of factors that can impact value and marketability.

As someone who lives in Gunter and follows local growth, development, road projects, utilities, and new communities closely, I help my clients understand not only what a property is worth today—but what could affect it tomorrow.

Whether you’re looking for:
✔️ Raw land
✔️ Acreage homes
✔️ Build sites
✔️ Investment property
✔️ Ag-exempt land
✔️ Horse property
✔️ Properties with shops, barns, pools, or ponds

Or you’re considering selling your acreage and want to maximize exposure to the right buyers, I’d love to help.

I don’t just put a sign in the yard. I actively market properties, educate buyers, and leverage my local knowledge to help my clients make informed decisions.

📍 Local insight. Local strategy. Staying ahead of Gunter growth.

If you’re curious what your land or acreage property might be worth, send me a message and let’s talk.

— Suzy Swaney
Gunter, TX Realtor® 💙🐯
Gunter ISD Ambassador ✏️
📞 214-334-8492

🏡 Gunter Homes $350,000 and Under?
▪️Yes, They Still Exist 👇🏻

If you’ve been wanting to get into Gunter ISD without stretching your budget, these two homes offer a rare opportunity to own in Gunter with Gunter ISD for $350,000 or less.

📍 315 Preston Glen – $350,000
✔️ 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
✔️ 0.34-acre lot
✔️ Detached 3rd garage/workshop
✔️ Walking distance to Gunter Middle School & Gunter High School
✔️ Great option for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors

📍 619 N 5th Street – $330,000
✔️ 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
✔️ Unique dual primary suite layout
✔️ Two bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms
✔️ Ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or added flexibility
✔️ Spacious floor plan with modern updates

With new developments, infrastructure improvements, and continued growth throughout Gunter, homes at these price points are becoming harder to find. Whether you’re looking for a place to call home or a property with strong long-term investment potential, these homes deserve a look.

🏡 Affordable entry points into Gunter.
🎓 Located in highly sought-after Gunter ISD.
📈 Positioned in a community that continues to attract new residents and investment.

If you’d like more information or want to schedule a showing, send me a message. I’d be happy to help you explore your options in Gunter 💙🐯