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Robson Ranch

A gated 55+ resort community with its own golf course, southwest of Denton off I-35W

Robson Ranch is a large, gated 55+ active-adult community developed by Robson Resort Communities on the southwest side of Denton, off I-35W. It has been building out since the early 2000s and is organized around resort-style amenities rather than proximity to downtown: a championship golf course, a big clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and pickleball, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant, plus more than a hundred resident clubs and activity groups. Homes are single-family and single-story - energy-efficient new-construction and resale plans from the builder’s library. This is a lifestyle purchase for buyers 55 and up who want low-maintenance living and a built-in social calendar - not a starter neighborhood and not a school-driven family pick.

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Price Range

Roughly $430K new construction to $550K+ resale (varies by plan and lot)

Property Types

Single-story single-family homes, Age-restricted (55+) new construction, Resale homes from the builder’s plan library

Year Built

Early 2000s – present

HOA: There is a mandatory HOA that funds the amenities, and dues are a real part of the monthly cost of living here - reporting has put them in the neighborhood of a few hundred dollars a month, but they change over time and can vary. Confirm the current amount, what it covers, and any additional golf or membership fees with Mali before you write an offer, because the amenity package is a big share of what you are buying.

Schools

Denton ISD

ElemRyan Elementary School

MiddleHarpool Middle School

HighGuyer High School

Commute & Access

Direct I-35W access for trips into Fort Worth or up to Denton proper · roughly 30-40 min to Fort Worth and 45-60 min to the Plano/Frisco corridor or DFW Airport in traffic · most day-to-day needs are a short drive toward US-380 retail

Highlights

What makes Robson Ranch stand out

Gated, age-restricted 55+ resort community by Robson Resort Communities
On-site championship golf course
Large clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tennis, and pickleball
On-site restaurant and more than 100 resident clubs and interest groups
Single-story, low-maintenance, energy-efficient homes
Direct I-35W access southwest of Denton
Building out since the early 2000s, so it is an established community rather than a brand-new one

Best Fit

Active adults 55 and older who want a low-maintenance, single-story home and a resort lifestyle with golf, a full amenity center, and a ready-made social scene. It suits retirees, downsizers, and empty-nesters - especially those relocating to North Texas who want an instant community. Occupancy is age-restricted under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, which generally requires at least one resident aged 55 or older per home and limits younger occupants. Set apart from downtown, it will not suit buyers who want to walk to the Square, or anyone who would rather not pay for amenities they will not use.

Nearby Amenities

Championship golf course
Clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools
Fitness center, tennis courts, and pickleball courts
On-site restaurant and bar
100+ resident clubs, from pickleball to woodworking to wine tasting
Gated, controlled-access community

Major Employers Nearby

This is a 55+ community, so most residents are retired or semi-retired
University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University (in Denton)
Medical City Denton and Texas Health Presbyterian Denton hospitals
Peterbilt Motors and other Denton-area manufacturers
Fort Worth employers via I-35W

Robson Ranch: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robson Ranch really age-restricted?

Yes. It is a 55+ active-adult community operating under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, which generally requires at least one resident aged 55 or older per home and limits younger occupants. The amenities, clubs, and social calendar are all built around active adults. Ask Mali to confirm the current occupancy and age rules for any home you are considering, since these govern who can live in the home.

What do homes at Robson Ranch cost, and what about the HOA?

Recent figures have shown new construction starting in the low-to-mid $400s and resale homes with a median around the mid-$500s, depending on plan, lot, and finish. On top of the purchase price there is a mandatory HOA that funds the golf, clubhouse, and pools, plus potential membership or golf fees. Because those recurring costs are a meaningful part of ownership here, get the current dues and price comps from Mali before you commit rather than relying on a headline number.

How are the schools, and do they matter here?

Robson Ranch is in Denton ISD and is generally zoned to campuses such as Ryan Elementary, Harpool Middle School, and Guyer High School, but because this is a 55+ community, schools rarely factor into the decision. If they matter to you for resale or a specific situation, confirm your exact address with the Denton ISD boundary tool - assignments can change over time.

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