Drees Custom HomesJoel Garcia’s Colony GuideDrees Custom Homes · Bastrop, Texas
Budget Guide · Under $500K

What under $500K can buy in The Colony right now.

There are two different searches hiding inside “under $500K”: an actual quick move-in home priced under the line, and a buildable floor plan whose starting price is under the line. They are useful comparisons, but they are not the same number.

4available QMI homes under $500K
7plans starting under $500K
New Drees home under $500K in Bastrop

Budget snapshot: October 6, 2026. Current prices and availability can change.

Available quick move-ins under $500K

Buildable plans starting under $500K

Starting/base price only — final build cost depends on collection, elevation, homesite, options and current incentives.

The decision that matters

A quick move-in gives you a specific home, location, included selections and clearer timing. Building from a plan can give you more choice, but the starting price is only the beginning of the comparison. The better question is which path produces the right home and monthly/total cost for your actual timing.