Quail Hollow: A Complete Guide to Highland Homes New Construction in Rockwall, TX

Quail Hollow is a gated, boutique-style new construction community in Rockwall, Texas built by Highland Homes. While many new home communities in the I-30 corridor stretch across hundreds of acres of repeating floor plans, Quail Hollow is different: roughly 188 acres, three lot-size sections, and an emphasis on larger homesites and open green space. If you want a new home in Rockwall ISD without the sprawling feel of a mega-development, this is one of the strongest options in Rockwall County.

Located just north of Rockwall off John King Boulevard, near the intersection of I-30, Highway 66, and Highway 78, Quail Hollow sits about 30 minutes from Dallas and Fort Worth. That proximity to the metroplex, combined with the privacy of a gated entrance and the character of an established Rockwall County address, is what draws buyers here.

Here is everything you need to know if you are considering a move to Quail Hollow.

Where is Quail Hollow?

Quail Hollow is located at 931 Forest Creek Drive in Rockwall, Texas, just north of the city off John King Boulevard. The community offers quick access to I-30, Highway 66, and Highway 78, which makes commuting to Dallas, Garland, and the wider DFW metroplex straightforward.

The location is also close to what makes Rockwall attractive in the first place: downtown Rockwall with its shops and restaurants along the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, the Vaquero golf community, and the green space of Rowlett Creek Preserve. For buyers who want new construction without giving up nearby amenities, the address is hard to beat.

The builder: Highland Homes

Highland Homes is one of the most respected production builders in Texas, known for quality construction, energy-efficient building standards, and floor plans that sell well in the resale market. At Quail Hollow, Highland builds alongside Shaddock and Drees, which means buyers in this one community can compare multiple builders side by side.

Highland Homes at Quail Hollow builds with structural warranties, energy-efficient features including spray foam insulation and high-performance HVAC systems, and a design center where you can personalize selections. Their homes here range from approximately 2,229 to 4,425 square feet, with 3 to 5 bedrooms and up to 7 bathrooms depending on the plan.

Floor plans and pricing by lot size

Quail Hollow is sold in three lot-size sections, each with its own floor plans and price points:

62-foot lots (from the $590s): The most accessible entry point into the community. Floor plans range from approximately 2,229 to 3,705 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms. These homes appeal to buyers who want Highland quality and a gated community without stepping up to the largest homesites.

72-foot lots (from the $700s): The middle tier and the most popular section at Quail Hollow. Floor plans range from approximately 2,583 to 4,425 square feet, including the 3,635-square-foot Plan 299 model that Highland Homes opened in late 2024. These plans offer more living space, larger secondary rooms, and room for flex spaces like home offices and media rooms.

82-foot lots (from the $860s): The estate tier of the community. These homes run approximately 2,862 to 3,979 square feet with the largest lot positions and the most premium finishes. For buyers who want maximum square footage on a true estate homesite, this is where Quail Hollow shines.

Community amenities: gated privacy with green space

Quail Hollow is smaller and more intimate than the mega-communities you will find farther east, and that is by design:

Gated entrance with a private, secure feel at the front door of the neighborhood
Playground and common gathering spaces for families
Greenbelts woven through the community, giving it an open, landscaped character
Close to downtown Rockwall for shopping, dining, and Lake Ray Hubbard recreation
Near Vaquero and Rowlett Creek Preserve for golf and outdoor access

For buyers comparing Quail Hollow to larger master-planned communities, the trade-off is clear: you give up the big amenity center and get a quieter, more private neighborhood with larger lots and a premium Rockwall address. Some buyers prefer one, some prefer the other, and our job is to help you figure out which fits your lifestyle.

Schools: Rockwall Independent School District

Quail Hollow is served by the Rockwall Independent School District, one of the most highly regarded districts in the DFW area and a major reason buyers choose Rockwall County over less established corridors.

The schools serving Quail Hollow are:

Sherry and Paul Hamm Elementary School
J.W. Williams Middle School
Rockwall High School

Rockwall ISD is known for strong academics, a wide range of extracurricular programs, and consistently high performance on state assessments. For families moving from closer-in Dallas suburbs, the district is often the deciding factor in choosing Rockwall County new construction.

What makes Quail Hollow unique

A few things set Quail Hollow apart from other new construction communities in Northeast Texas:

Gated and boutique. Most new construction in the corridor is open and sprawling. Quail Hollow's gated entrance and roughly 188-acre footprint give it a more curated, private feel that resells well with buyers who value security and exclusivity.

Three builders in one community. With Highland Homes, Shaddock, and Drees all building here, you can compare construction quality, included features, and floor plans across three established builders without driving to three different neighborhoods.

Premium lot sizes. The 62, 72, and 82-foot lot tiers mean more separation between neighbors and more room for outdoor living than you will find in a typical 40 or 50-foot lot development.

Rockwall ISD. You get new construction and a top-tier school district in the same purchase. That combination is rare and it protects your resale value over time.

What buyers should know before visiting

If you are considering Quail Hollow, here is our advice as buyer's agents who work in this community:

Visit the model on a 72-foot lot. The Plan 299 model at 931 Forest Creek Drive is worth seeing in person. It gives you a true sense of the finishes, the lot depth, and how the larger homesites actually feel before you commit to a plan and premium.

Bring your agent on the first visit. Highland Homes, like most builders, has a registration policy that affects whether you can add buyer representation after your first visit. If you walk in without an agent, you may be registered as an unrepresented buyer. The simplest solution is to contact us before your first visit so we can accompany you from day one.

Compare the three builders deliberately. Because Highland, Shaddock, and Drees all build in Quail Hollow, we help you compare the same square footage across builders on price, included features, warranty, and construction standards so you are not comparing apples to oranges.

Ask about lot premiums and availability. Homesites near the greenbelts and corner lots carry premiums that vary significantly by phase. We help you evaluate whether the premium makes sense based on long-term value and resale potential.

How Shannon Miles Group can help

We represent buyers at Quail Hollow and throughout Rockwall, Fate, Royse City, and all of Northeast Texas. As your buyer's agents, we handle the builder contract review, coordinate inspections, guide you through design center decisions, and make sure your interests are protected from the initial visit through closing.

On new construction, our representation costs you nothing. The builder pays the commission. You get a dedicated advocate whose only job is to protect your investment.

And if you are also considering Forestbrook Estates in Paris, TX by D.R. Horton, we represent buyers there too. Forestbrook offers a different value proposition with homes from the $200s and a quieter rural setting in Lamar County. Between the two communities, we can help you find the right fit for your budget and lifestyle.