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Saddleback in North Peoria: new community guide
A current guide to Saddleback in north Peoria: what the project is, which village and neighborhoods are open or planned, the builders and collections, the pricing context, and the amenity timeline, with each stage kept separate.
By Andrew Texidor Realtor · Founder, Clearly Sold Updated October 15, 2026 
The direct answer
Saddleback is a roughly 5,300-acre master-planned community in north Peoria, Arizona, developed by Austin-based Castle Hill Partners. As of late 2026, the first village, Saltbrush, is open and selling, with Taylor Morrison and Lennar model homes on site and pricing starting in the mid-$400,000s. The community plans about 6,500 homesites at full buildout, more than 2,500 acres of open space, a large trail network, and a future resort and commercial district, and its amenities are at different stages: some under construction, some planned. Separate what is open, under construction, announced, and proposed before you plan anything.
Key takeaways
- Saddleback is a roughly 5,300-acre master-planned community in north Peoria, Arizona, developed by Austin-based Castle Hill Partners, with about 6,500 homesites planned at full buildout.
- As of late 2026, the first village, Saltbrush, is open and selling, with Taylor Morrison and Lennar model homes on site. Camelot Homes, Toll Brothers, and David Weekley Homes also hold lots in the community.
- Taylor Morrison opened presales and models in summer 2026 across three collections, and Lennar opened its model complex in August 2026, with pricing starting in the mid-$400,000s and rising from there by collection.
- The community plans more than 2,500 acres of open space, 60-plus miles of trails, a future resort, and up to 2 million square feet of commercial space, plus the Basecamp social and recreation hub that is under construction and slated to open in summer 2027.
- A project this large builds out over years, so separate what is open, under construction, announced, and proposed, and confirm the current stage with the developer, the builders, and the City of Peoria.
What is Saddleback?
Saddleback is a large master-planned community in north Peoria, Arizona, in the Sonoran Hills near Lake Pleasant, developed by Austin-based Castle Hill Partners. It spans roughly 5,300 acres and is planned to include about 6,500 homesites at full buildout, alongside more than 2,500 acres of open space, more than 60 miles of trails (including the 13-mile Saddleback Trail), a planned resort, and up to 2 million square feet of commercial space.
Because the project is large and long-term, the current stage matters more than the ultimate plan. Confirm what is open today with the developer and the City of Peoria rather than relying on the overall master plan.
Which village is open and selling?
As of late 2026, the first village, Saltbrush, is open and selling. Taylor Morrison launched presales in June 2026 and unveiled six models across three collections in summer 2026, and Lennar opened its model complex in August 2026. Future villages and neighborhoods are still to come.
The build-out is planned over many years, so the current sales and construction status changes month to month. Confirm what is available today with the developer and the specific builders before you plan a visit or an offer.
Who are the builders and what are the price points?
The inaugural Saltbrush village is being built by Taylor Morrison and Lennar. Taylor Morrison's three collections, as reported when presales launched in mid-2026, started in the mid-$400,000s for the Discovery Collection (roughly 1,575 to 2,507 square feet), the mid-$500,000s for Encore (roughly 2,072 to 3,185 square feet), and the mid-$600,000s for Passage (roughly 2,380 to 3,877 square feet). Lennar's lineup spans roughly 14 designs from about 1,800 to 3,200 square feet, with pricing reported from about $525,990 to $881,990.
Camelot Homes, Toll Brothers (a gated luxury collection coming soon), and David Weekley Homes also hold lots in the community. Builder participation, model availability, collection names, and pricing all change, so confirm the current lineup and numbers with each builder directly.
What is the amenity timeline?
Amenities are at different stages. The centerpiece, Basecamp, is a roughly 16-acre social and recreation hub with a resort-style pool, event lawn, and fitness and gathering spaces. It is under construction in 2026 and slated to open in summer 2027. The community also plans more than 2,500 acres of open space and a 60-plus-mile trail network, along with a future resort and commercial plans.
These are timelines, not guarantees. Amenity openings can slip, and what is planned is not the same as what is available. Confirm the current status of any amenity that matters to you.
How do you separate proposed, announced, and open?
Proposed
Planned but not yet approved or built. Part of the long-term vision, not available today.
Announced / under construction
Publicly stated or actively being built, but not necessarily available to move into yet.
Open / available
Available now, such as the Saltbrush village and the builder model homes on site.
Treating everything as available today is the most common mistake with a long-term project. Separate the stages and confirm each one with the developer and the city.
What should you verify before you commit?
Verify the current stage
Confirm which village, neighborhood, and amenity is open, under construction, announced, or proposed.
Verify the builders and homes
Confirm the current builders, models, pricing, and what the base price includes, with each builder.
Verify the rules and fees
Confirm the HOA and district assessments, any special fees, and the rules that affect how you live.
Frequently asked questions
Is Saddleback open and selling?
Yes, as of late 2026. The first village, Saltbrush, is open, and Taylor Morrison and Lennar both have model homes there. Taylor Morrison launched presales in June 2026, and Lennar opened its model complex in August 2026. Confirm the current sales and construction status with the developer and the specific builders, because phases and inventory change month to month.
What builders are building in Saddleback?
The inaugural Saltbrush village is being built by Taylor Morrison and Lennar. Camelot Homes, Toll Brothers (a gated luxury collection coming soon), and David Weekley Homes also hold lots in the community. Builder participation and model availability can change, so confirm the current lineup with the developer.
What is the difference between proposed, announced, and open?
Proposed means planned but not yet approved or built. Announced means publicly stated but not necessarily under construction. Open means available now. Saddleback has amenities and phases at each of these stages, so separate them rather than treating everything as available today.
Does Saddleback promise a return or value?
No. No community or developer promises a value or return outcome. Development and market conditions change, so verify the current stage and weigh the tradeoffs yourself.
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Educational note: this article reports the current status of Saddleback as of October 2026. Development stages, builders, collections, pricing, amenity timelines, fees, and rules change over time and vary by source. Nothing here is a speculative tenant claim, a guaranteed infrastructure date, a value or return promise, or a municipal endorsement. Confirm the current stage with the developer, the builders, and the City of Peoria before you commit.
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