Killeen New Construction: Turnbo Ranch vs. Victory Ranch vs. Mitchell Farm

If you want a brand-new home near Fort Hood at a price that fits a BAH budget, south Killeen is where most of the building is happening. Three neighborhoods led new home sales in my 2026 MLS data: Turnbo Ranch, Victory Ranch and Mitchell Farm. Here's how they compare.

Neighborhood	Zip	Builders	2026 sales*	Median sold price*
Turnbo Ranch	76542	D.R. Horton, Saratoga Homes, Omega Builders	53	$284,000
Victory Ranch	76549	D.R. Horton, B.A. Emmons Homes	44	$266,000
Mitchell Farm	76549	D.R. Horton	34	$264,000

*Closed sales in the Unlock MLS from January 1 to November 8, 2026. Builder prices and incentives change often, so check current pricing before you tour.

Turnbo Ranch

Turnbo Ranch is a master-planned community in south Killeen off Chaparral Road. It has the most amenities of the three, including a community pool, a park with a small lake, walking trails and a community center.

• Builders and prices: D.R. Horton builds most of the homes, with plans from about 1,300 to 2,300 square feet, starting in the mid-$200Ks. Saratoga Homes offers farmhouse-style homes with larger lots and some 3-car garages, from the mid-$200Ks up to around $500,000 for its biggest plans. Omega Builders is also building here.
• Schools: Killeen ISD. Builders list Alice Douse Elementary, Patterson Middle School and Chaparral High School, but always confirm with the district's school locator for a specific address.
• Commute: It's on the south side of town, so plan on roughly 20 to 25 minutes to the Main Gate, depending on traffic.
• Good fit for: families who want amenities and the widest range of floor plans and price points.

Victory Ranch

Victory Ranch sits just off TX-195 (Fort Hood Street) south of I-14. It's a straightforward, affordable new-home neighborhood with single-story plans.

• Builders and prices: D.R. Horton offers six floor plans from about 1,263 to 1,796 square feet, with 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2-car garages, mostly in the $240Ks to $290Ks. B.A. Emmons Homes has built here too.
• HOA: low, around $30 a month based on recent listings.
• Schools: Killeen ISD. Haynes Elementary and Patterson Middle School are nearby, but confirm assignments with the district.
• Commute: Fort Hood Street runs north to the east side of post, so it's an easy drive to the Mayborn (East) Gate, or to the Main Gate by way of I-14.
• Good fit for: first-time buyers and junior enlisted families who want a new single-story home with a low HOA.

Mitchell Farm

Mitchell Farm is also in the 76549 zip code off TX-195, close to Victory Ranch. D.R. Horton builds craftsman-style exteriors here, and the neighborhood has trails, a playground and a grilling area.

• Builder and prices: D.R. Horton, with seven plans from about 1,263 to 1,873 square feet, mostly in the mid-$240Ks to mid-$290Ks.
• HOA: about $120 a quarter based on recent listings.
• Schools: Killeen ISD. Confirm assignments with the district for each address.
• Commute: similar to Victory Ranch, with a straight shot up Fort Hood Street toward the east side of post.
• Good fit for: buyers comparing several D.R. Horton plans who want a slightly larger 4-bedroom option.

Before you tour a model home

• Bring your own agent to the first visit. Many builders require your agent to be with you, or registered, on your first visit. In most cases the builder pays my fee, and we'll confirm that up front.
• Compare the full payment, not just the price. Tax rates, HOA dues and any special districts change the monthly cost. My MUD and PID tax guide explains what to look for.
• Ask about incentives. Builders often offer closing cost help or rate buydowns, especially on homes that are already built.
• Get an independent inspection. Even new homes can have issues, and an inspection before closing is worth it.
• Check your budget. All three neighborhoods fall in the range many E-5 to E-7 families can afford with a VA loan. See my Fort Hood BAH guide.

Want to compare these with other parts of town? Read where to live near Fort Hood by gate or my Killeen and Fort Hood guide.

Trina Heinmiller
Team Lead | Southern Luxe Group | eXp Realty

Builder, price, HOA and school details come from builder and listing information as of November 2026 and can change at any time. Sales data is from the Unlock MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify all details before you buy.