Finding Homes in Midlothian and Waxahachie
A little south of Dallas, Midlothian and Waxahachie offer the kind of North Texas lifestyle that makes it easy to feel at home.
Historic downtowns and local traditions meet parks, recreation, restaurants and everyday conveniences, all within reach of the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. Each city has a personality of its own, but together they offer plenty to discover for those considering making Ellis County home.
So, what makes this part of North Texas worth calling home?
The Charm of Midlothian
Midlothian has a way of feeling connected without losing its sense of community.
Located south of Dallas, the city provides access to destinations throughout the Metroplex while offering plenty to enjoy closer to home. Local restaurants and businesses, community events, parks and recreation all contribute to everyday life in Midlothian.
Outdoor spaces are an important part of the community. Midlothian’s parks and trail system provides places to walk, play, gather and enjoy time outside, while community events throughout the year give residents plenty of reasons to come together.
And when a trip into the city is on the agenda, Dallas, Fort Worth and destinations throughout DFW remain within reach.
For Couto Homes, Midlothian has become an important part of home, too.
Our Midlothian office at 330 N. 8th Street, Suite 102 gives homeowners in Ellis County a local place to meet with our team. Nearby, our Marion Executive Series Model Home at 4711 Firethorn Court offers the opportunity to walk through a Couto Home and experience our approach to design and craftsmanship firsthand.
Couto Homes also has opportunities in Azalea Hollow, with additional homes coming soon in Ashford Estates.

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The Character of Waxahachie
Just down the road, Waxahachie brings more than a century of North Texas history into everyday life.
At the center of the city, the historic Ellis County Courthouse anchors a downtown filled with distinctive architecture, locally owned shops, restaurants and businesses. It’s a place where the city’s history isn’t tucked away. It’s part of the experience.
Waxahachie is also known for the traditions that bring people together throughout the year. Events like the Scarborough Renaissance Festival and community celebrations have become destinations in their own right, while the city’s local shops, restaurants and gathering places offer plenty to enjoy year-round.
For those who prefer time outdoors, Lake Waxahachie offers another way to enjoy the area, with opportunities for boating, fishing and time near the water.
And with I-35E running through Waxahachie, Dallas and the greater Metroplex remain accessible when work, entertainment or a night in the city calls.
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A Place for Couto Homes in Waxahachie
As more of our customers looked toward Waxahachie, Couto Homes followed.
Today, we’re building in Levante Estates, located near Lake Waxahachie, where new Couto Homes are coming soon and additional homesites offer opportunities to build.
For those who already own property in Waxahachie or elsewhere within our build range, Couto Homes can also build on your own land.
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More to Come in Ellis County
Midlothian and Waxahachie weren’t always within the Couto Homes build range. We came here because our customers increasingly wanted to call this area home.
Today, we’re proud to have a growing presence in both communities, and even more opportunities are on the way.
From homes available now to new homes taking shape, community homesites and custom homes built on your own land, there are several ways to find your place in this part of North Texas.
And once you spend a little time in Midlothian and Waxahachie, it’s easy to understand why so many of our homeowners wanted us here.


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