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Oct 12 2026

Top Affordable New Home Communities Near Major Employers in West Texas

Your commute is part of your everyday life, so where you live can make a big difference in how your days feel. If you're driving to work five days a week, finding homes near work can make your everyday routine a little simpler.

Across West Texas, major employers in healthcare, education, energy, manufacturing, government, and other industries provide thousands of jobs. Whether you're relocating for a new position or simply looking for a more convenient place to call home, Betenbough Homes offers new construction homes in West Texas communities throughout Lubbock, Amarillo, Midland, and Odessa.

Here are a few affordable new home communities to consider based on where you work in West Texas.

Affordable New Homes Near Major Employers in Lubbock

Lubbock's economy is supported by a wide range of industries, with healthcare and education playing especially significant roles. Covenant Health, Texas Tech University, Lubbock ISD, University Medical Center, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, United Supermarkets, and the City of Lubbock are among the city's largest employers.

For home buyers searching for affordable new homes in Lubbock, several Betenbough Homes communities offer convenient access to major employment areas while keeping shopping, dining, schools, healthcare, and other everyday necessities within reach.

Matador Pointe

Located near Erskine Street and Frankford Avenue in northwest Lubbock, Matador Pointe is a convenient option for buyers who want to stay connected to employers in north, northwest, and central Lubbock.

Its northwest location provides access to Loop 289 and routes toward Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, UMC, and other major employment areas. Matador Pointe can be especially appealing for buyers looking for affordable new homes with a location that keeps both work and everyday destinations within reach.

Cypress Ranch

Near Inler Avenue and 26th Street, Cypress Ranch offers new construction homes on the western side of Lubbock.

Its location provides access to west Lubbock and routes toward Texas Tech, the medical district, and employers throughout the city. For buyers who work in Lubbock but prefer to live farther west, Cypress Ranch offers an opportunity to enjoy a little more separation from the center of the city without feeling disconnected from it.

 

Burgamy Park

Located near 19th Street and Rochester Avenue, Burgamy Park puts residents along one of Lubbock's primary east-west routes and within convenient reach of west and central Lubbock.

That makes it an option to consider for employees at Texas Tech University, Covenant Health, UMC, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and other employers around Lubbock's university and medical areas.

For buyers specifically searching for homes near work in this part of the city, Burgamy Park's location can make the daily drive a little simpler.

Westmont

Located near 50th Street and Pontiac Avenue, Westmont offers convenient access to southwest, west, and central Lubbock.

Nearby connections to Marsha Sharp Freeway, Spur 327, and Loop 289 help residents travel toward Texas Tech, the medical district, downtown, and other employment areas throughout the city. The community is also close to shopping, dining, groceries, and entertainment, making its location useful well beyond the workweek.

For buyers who want an affordable new home with easy access to both work and everyday amenities, Westmont offers a central starting point for getting around Lubbock.

Escondido Crossing

Near 60th Street and Wausau Avenue, Escondido Crossing combines a west Lubbock location with convenient connections to major roads and destinations throughout the city.

Its location can work well for employees commuting toward Texas Tech, Covenant Health, UMC, TTUHSC, or businesses throughout west and southwest Lubbock. Nearby shopping, dining, and other everyday conveniences also help residents keep more of their routine close to home.

For buyers comparing West Texas communities based on both affordability and convenience, Escondido Crossing offers new construction homes in a well-connected part of Lubbock.

Harvest

Located near FM 179 and FM 1585 in the Wolfforth area, Harvest is a great option for buyers who work in Lubbock but want to call the western side of the metro area home.

Its location offers connections into west and southwest Lubbock, giving residents access to employers throughout the city while enjoying the benefits of living in Frenship ISD.

For those relocating to Lubbock for work or simply looking for affordable new homes outside the center of the city, Harvest offers access to both Wolfforth and Lubbock.

The Reserve at June Estates

Located near 120th Street and Milwaukee Avenue, The Reserve at June Estates puts residents in southwest Lubbock, an area that continues to grow with new shopping, dining, healthcare, and other everyday destinations.

The community's location provides convenient access to employers throughout south and southwest Lubbock while offering routes toward the city's larger employment centers. It's also near the Lubbock Youth Sports Complex, which can be a major convenience for families whose after-work routine often includes practices and games.

For buyers looking for new construction homes that fit both their workweek and their life outside of work, The Reserve at June Estates offers a convenient southwest Lubbock location.

Homestead at Frankford

Located near 146th Street and Frankford Avenue, Homestead at Frankford offers affordable new homes in growing south Lubbock.

Its location provides access to employers and businesses throughout south and southwest Lubbock, along with routes connecting residents to other parts of the city. The community is also located in Lubbock-Cooper ISD and near growing shopping, dining, healthcare, and everyday amenities.

For buyers whose work and daily routines keep them on the south side of Lubbock, Homestead at Frankford offers the opportunity to live closer to many of the places they already spend their time.

Viridian

Located near 130th Street and Indiana Avenue, Viridian is another option for buyers looking for new construction homes in south Lubbock.

The community offers convenient access to businesses, healthcare, schools, shopping, and other employment areas throughout south Lubbock, while major north-south routes help connect residents to destinations farther into the city.

With Lubbock-Cooper East Elementary located within the community, Viridian may be especially convenient for families looking to simplify more than just their commute to work. It's a location that can help keep work, school, errands, and everyday life connected.

Affordable New Homes Near Major Employers in Amarillo

Amarillo's employment landscape includes healthcare, manufacturing, energy, food processing, education, government, and more. Major employment centers throughout the area include Pantex, BSA Health System, Northwest Texas Healthcare System, Amarillo ISD, the City of Amarillo, Bell, Tyson Foods, and other organizations throughout the Texas Panhandle.

If you're moving to Amarillo for work or hoping to find homes near work and the places you visit most, location can play an important role in your home search.

Homestead

For healthcare professionals in particular, Homestead offers a convenient Amarillo location. The community is located within five miles of BSA Health System, Northwest Texas Healthcare System, and the Amarillo VA Health Care System.

That proximity can be especially valuable for nurses, physicians, technicians, support staff, and others who regularly commute to Amarillo's medical district.

Homestead also provides convenient access to Loop 335 and I-40, helping residents stay connected to employment, shopping, dining, and other destinations throughout Amarillo. For buyers comparing affordable new homes in Amarillo, Homestead offers a location that can make everyday travel more convenient.

Beacon Pointe

Located in southwest Amarillo near Sundown Lane and Western Street, Beacon Pointe offers another option for buyers who want convenient access to different areas of the city.

Its proximity to I-27, I-40, and Loop 335 helps connect residents to employers throughout Amarillo, whether work takes them toward downtown, the medical district, industrial areas, or other parts of the city.

For buyers whose work and everyday routines take them to several parts of Amarillo, access to these major roads can make Beacon Pointe a convenient place to search for new construction homes.

Heritage Hills

Heritage Hills in west Amarillo also puts residents near Loop 335, creating convenient connections to destinations across the city.

For employees working in west Amarillo or commuting to other major employment centers, the community combines convenient access with the opportunity to own a new construction home.

With shopping, dining, schools, healthcare, and other everyday amenities nearby, Heritage Hills can make it easier to fit work and everything that happens after work into your routine.

Tradewind Airpark

Located near Tradewind Street and 45th Avenue in southeast Amarillo, Tradewind Airpark offers another option for buyers searching for affordable new homes with convenient access to work and everyday destinations.

The community's location near I-27 and Loop 335 helps connect residents to employment centers throughout southeast Amarillo and beyond, including the airport area, downtown Amarillo, and major employers throughout the city.

Tradewind Airpark is also located near shopping, dining, schools, and other everyday conveniences, making it a great option for buyers looking for a new construction home that fits more than just their commute.

Affordable New Homes Near Major Employers in Midland

As part of the Permian Basin, Midland is closely connected to the energy industry. Major employers and industries in the area span oil and gas, healthcare, education, government, aerospace, retail, and professional services.

Chevron, Diamondback Energy, Midland Health, Midland ISD, the City of Midland, Midland College, and numerous oil and gas service companies are among the employers that contribute to the local economy.

For those relocating to the Permian Basin or looking for homes near work, Betenbough Homes offers affordable new homes in Midland and the surrounding area.

Mockingbird Ridge

Located near Mockingbird Lane and Fairgrounds Road, Mockingbird Ridge offers a convenient option for buyers who work in Midland and want a new construction home with access to the city's major employment and everyday destinations.

Its location in northeast Midland provides connections to different areas of the city, whether you're heading to an office, a healthcare facility, a school, or one of the many energy-related businesses throughout the area.

For employees who have relocated to Midland for work, Mockingbird Ridge can also offer an opportunity to put down roots rather than continuing to rent.

Affordable New Homes Near Major Employers in Odessa

Like Midland, Odessa's economy is strongly influenced by the energy industry, but some of its largest employers also represent education, healthcare, government, construction, and retail.

Ector County ISD is one of the area's largest employers, alongside companies in the oil and gas industry and organizations such as Medical Center Hospital, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and The University of Texas Permian Basin.

For buyers searching for affordable new homes in Odessa, location can help make commuting across the Permian Basin and getting to everyday necessities more convenient.

Windmill Crossing

Located near Andrews Highway and 100th Street, Windmill Crossing offers access to north Odessa and many of the employment, shopping, healthcare, and education destinations in the area.

Its north Odessa location can make it especially convenient for people whose work takes them along Andrews Highway or to destinations in northern and central Odessa.

For buyers looking to trade renting for homeownership while staying connected to work and everyday necessities, Windmill Crossing offers new construction homes in a convenient Odessa location.

Sagebrush Springs

Sagebrush Springs offers another new home option in Odessa, located near Loop 338 and Arroyo Road.

The community's location provides access to Loop 338, helping connect residents to employment centers throughout Odessa and the surrounding Permian Basin. It is also near shopping and everyday conveniences, including the Chimney Rock shopping area.

For people relocating to Odessa for work or looking for homes near work that keep everyday errands in mind, Sagebrush Springs offers a convenient location to consider.

Find Affordable New Homes in West Texas

Whether you're starting a new job, relocating to West Texas, or simply ready to find a home that better fits your everyday life, Betenbough Homes offers new construction homes in West Texas communities throughout Lubbock, Amarillo, Midland, and Odessa.

From healthcare and education to energy, manufacturing, and more, West Texas is home to employers across a wide range of industries. With communities located throughout the region, you may be able to find an affordable new home near work that also keeps schools, shopping, healthcare, and everyday destinations within reach.

Explore Betenbough Homes communities in Lubbock, Amarillo, Midland, and Odessa to find the location, floor plan, and new home that fit the way you live.

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