New Construction Homes in Wesley Chapel: Prices
Last updated: October 2026
New-build prices change week to week as builders release lots and adjust incentives. For current list prices and how many new homes are for sale, see the market summary and listings above, where you can filter by price. The rest of this page covers the costs that list prices don't show: CDD bills, impact fees and taxes.
Communities in Wesley Chapel at a Glance
Most new homes here sit inside large master-planned communities. Each has its own CDD (community development district), and that yearly bill is one of the biggest cost differences between them. The table shows community size from county or developer documents, plus the FY2027 CDD bill on a mid-size lot and a smaller home option.
| Community | Size (as cited) | FY2027 CDD, mid-size lot | Smaller home option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiregrass Ranch | ~10,821 residential units entitled (2011 county approval) | Ridge SF $1,281.20 plus irrigation; Persimmon Place SF $4,342.65 | Persimmon Place TH $2,603.26 |
| Epperson | ~900 acres, ~3,000 homes, 7.36-acre Crystal Lagoon (according to Metro Development Group) | Epperson Ranch Phase 1, 50' lot: $3,014.01 | Epperson Ranch II, 22' TH (2018A-1): $1,338.92 |
| Estancia at Wiregrass | 1,181 units in the CDD | Phase 1, 55' lot: $4,232.60 | Phase 4 townhome: $2,985.67 |
| Mirada (San Antonio/Pasco) | ~1,950-2,000 acres | Mirada II, 50' lot: $3,157.84 | Mirada II TH: $1,655-$1,768 |
| Union Park | 600 units | 55' lot: $3,200-3,204 | 45' lot: $2,618-2,620 |
| Watergrass | Watergrass I: 430 units (Assessment Area One) | Watergrass I, 55': $2,438.85; Watergrass II, 50': $2,472.49 | Watergrass II villa: $1,462.87 |
| Avalon Park West | Not listed | 50' lot: $2,207.40 | Townhome: $1,236.14 |
Sources: FY2027 adopted CDD budgets and assessment charts from each district; Wiregrass CDD FY2026-27 schedule; Pasco County entitlement documents; Metro Development Group (Epperson developer figures). Figures are annual, per unit, and appear on the Pasco tax bill. The tax bill for the specific address controls. HOA dues and amenity fees are separate.
Want a closer look at two of these? See our guides to Epperson lagoon homes and Estancia homes, or head back to the Wesley Chapel, FL hub for the bigger picture.
How CDD Fees Work on a New Build
A CDD bill has two parts: upkeep (O&M) and bond debt that paid for roads, utilities and amenities. Here's what moves the number.
Lot width and bond series set the bill
Wider lots usually pay more. The bond series tied to your lot also matters. In the Wiregrass CDD, O&M is only $214.49 per single-family lot, so 83-95% of the bill is bond debt. Wiregrass also charges a separate irrigation assessment, so add that on top.
Estancia's flat amenity charge
For FY2027, Estancia moved its amenity center charge to a flat $963.36 per unit. That pushed small lots and townhomes up (Phase 4 townhome +10.9%) and wide lots down (Phase 1 80' lot -9.1%).
Upkeep is what's rising
Across the districts compared, increases came from O&M, while bond debt stayed flat. Union Park's total rose 12% (O&M +20%), Watergrass I's total rose 9.4%, and Avalon Park West's rose about 15%. Epperson Ranch moved about 1.5%.
When the debt portion ends
Bond debt doesn't last forever. Wiregrass's Persimmon Place 2024A-2 tranche ($2,723.88 a year) has a final maturity of May 2035. But newer districts like Union Park, Avalon Park West and Epperson carry debt into the 2040s-2050s, so plan for the full bill.
Impact Fees Built Into the Price
New homes carry county fees that resales don't. Builders usually fold them into the price, but it helps to know what's in there.
| Pasco fee (single-family detached) | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| School impact fee | $10,328 | Applications from January 2026 |
| Mobility fee, Suburban, 0-1,500 sq ft | $8,928 | Effective July 2026 |
| Mobility fee, Suburban, 1,501-2,499 sq ft | $11,660 | Effective July 2026 |
| Mobility fee, Suburban, 2,500+ sq ft | $13,295 | Effective July 2026 |
Source: Pasco County Ord. 24-34 (school impact fees) and Ord. 26-19 (mobility fees).
By Hometrino's math, a 2,000-2,499 sq ft new home in a Suburban district carries about $21,988 in school and mobility fees alone. Urban and Rural districts use different mobility rates, and the district depends on the parcel.
Property Taxes on a New Home
Most Wesley Chapel parcels fall in the "unincorporated Pasco with county fire" tax area. That rate is 16.6966 mills on the 2026 roll (October 2026), down from 16.8169 in 2025. On a new purchase, year one has no Save Our Homes cap yet.
| Just value | Homesteaded (estimate) | Not homesteaded (estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| $300,000 | ~$4,361 | ~$5,045 |
| $450,000 | ~$6,884 | ~$7,568 |
| $750,000 | ~$11,929 | ~$12,613 |
Hometrino model (estimate): 2025 rates for unincorporated Pasco with county fire, first year, assessed value equals just value, standard homestead exemptions. Excludes CDD. Real homesteaded bills may be slightly lower. Rates from the Pasco County Property Appraiser.
Add the CDD bill from the community table on top for your all-in yearly number.
Schools to Check
Pasco County Schools earned an A district grade in 2025-26. Wesley Chapel-area schools that earned an A in 2025-26 include Wiregrass Ranch High, Cypress Creek High, Wesley Chapel High, Dr. John Long Middle, Charles S. Rushe Middle, Wiregrass Elementary, Union Park Charter Academy and Skybrooke K-8 (new). Watergrass Elementary earned a B.
Zoning can change. A 2020-21 rezoning moved much of Seven Oaks from Wiregrass Ranch High to Cypress Creek High. Always confirm zoning by address with the Pasco County Schools boundary search.
Source: FLDOE 2025-26 school grades; Pasco County Schools.
Wesley Chapel Builders: What to Verify
Builder names and base prices vary by community and change often, so we confirm the builder on each listing instead of relying on a general list. Before you sign, ask for:
- The builder name and the exact community or phase
- Lot width and the CDD bond series tied to the lot
- Whether impact fees are already in the price
- HOA dues and any amenity fees (separate from the CDD)
- School zoning, checked by address
FAQ
What do new construction homes in Wesley Chapel cost?
Prices change often, so see the market summary and listings above for current new-construction prices. On top of the price, budget for the yearly CDD bill, which ranges from about $1,281 (plus irrigation) to $4,343 on single-family lots in the communities compared here, plus property taxes.
Do new homes in Wesley Chapel have CDD fees?
Many master-planned communities do. Per FY2027 district budgets, a 50-foot lot runs $2,207.40 in Avalon Park West, $3,014.01 in Epperson Ranch Phase 1 and $3,157.84 in Mirada II. The CDD shows up on the Pasco tax bill. HOA dues are separate, and the tax bill for the address controls.
Why do two similar lots have different CDD bills?
The bond series tied to the lot sets the debt portion. In Seven Oaks, a 50-foot lot is $1,957.37, $2,004.20 or $2,076.79 depending on the series. In the Wiregrass CDD, a Ridge lot totals $1,281.20, while a Persimmon Place lot totals $4,342.65. Ask which series applies before you sign.
Are impact fees included in a new home's price?
Usually, yes. Pasco's school impact fee for a single-family home is $10,328 for applications from January 2026. For a 2,000 to 2,499 sq ft home in a Suburban district, school and mobility fees together come to about $21,988, which is usually built into the builder's price.
How much are property taxes on a new home?
Most Wesley Chapel parcels sit in the unincorporated Pasco with county fire tax area, at 16.6966 mills on the 2026 roll. A Hometrino model using 2025 rates estimates about $6,884 a year for a homesteaded $450,000 home, before CDD. Treat that as an estimate and check the actual bill.
Which school grades should I check?
Pasco County Schools earned an A district grade in 2025-26. Wiregrass Ranch High, Cypress Creek High and Wesley Chapel High each earned an A in 2025-26. Zoning can change, so confirm the assigned schools by address with the Pasco County Schools boundary search before you buy.
Want a hand comparing new builds, CDD bills and builders here? Call or text Hometrino at (305) 331-0889. We're happy to walk you through the numbers.
